Brazil’s Ronaldo backing France for World Cup
DOHA: Former Brazil star Ronaldo says he cannot get behind his country’s great sporting rivals Argentina at the World Cup, and backs France as “big favorites” to retain their title.
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Argentina, Croatia ready for World Cup clash as semifinals kick off
DOHA: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni brushed off accusations of poor sportsmanship on Monday as the South Americans prepared for a World Cup semifinal showdown against Croatia.
US seizes 55 websites for illegally live-streaming World Cup
WASHINGTON: Fifty-five websites have been seized for illegally live-streaming matches from the World Cup in Qatar, the US Justice Department said Monday. The websites were shut down after a FIFA representative identified sites being used to distribute copyright-infringing content without the authorization of the soccer world governing body, the department said in a statement.
Croatia and Argentina prepare to clash in the World Cup 2022 semi-final
After tense quarter-finals at the FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar, fans know only a couple of games now separate them from securing football's most prestigious trophy.
US midfielder Reyna says limited World Cup role affected his training
United States midfielder Gio Reyna said on Monday being told by coach Gregg Berhalter he would have a very limited role at the World Cup affected his training in the run-up, but that he apologized and was forgiven by the team.
Holders Chelsea to host Liverpool in fourth round of Women's FA Cup
Defending champions Chelsea will host Liverpool in the fourth round of the Women’s FA Cup.
Morocco launches extra flights for euphoric World Cup fans
Morocco's national airline is laying on 30 extra return flights to jet euphoric fans to Qatar for Wednesday's historic World Cup semi-final against France.
Croatia v Argentina: Keys to the World Cup semi-final
Croatia and Argentina face each other on Tuesday at the Lusail Stadium with a place in the World Cup final at stake.