Wenger takes swipe at World Cup teams 'focused on demonstrations'
Arsene Wenger said on Sunday that teams who focused on football rather than "political demonstrations" fared better in the opening round at the World Cup.
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Teams focused on World Cup, not politics, had easier passage to last 16 - Wenger
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : The outcome of the World Cup group stages showed the teams that advanced without complication were those best prepared mentally and not distracted by political issues, according to former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.
Messi magic helps send Argentina into World Cup last eight
Argentina players celebrate after they won the Qatar 2022 World Cup round of 16 football match between Argentina and Australia at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al-Rayyan, west of Doha on December 3, 2022. (Photo by JUAN MABROMATA / AFP)
Qatar World Cup: Champions France up against Poland, England to face Senegal
The second day of the knockout stage of the World Cup brings us two more exciting games, with three European teams hoping to progress. Reigning champions France will look for a result against Poland, while England is set to face Senegal.
Morocco's 'avocado head' plots another World Cup shock
DOHA : Spain will be favourites to beat Morocco in the World Cup last 16 on Tuesday but the teams' experiences in the group phase were a reminder of the unpredictability of tournament football.
Brazil sweat on Neymar return ahead of South Korea World Cup clash
Brazil head into Monday's World Cup last-16 tie against South Korea preoccupied by the health of the great Pele and with coach Tite wondering whether to recall the Selecao's current number 10 Neymar after an ankle injury.
World Cup 2022: What to expect on Day 15
After a rollicking ride through the group stages, we've entered the knockout rounds with a thirst for more drama.
US World Cup exit stings but future is bright, says Berhalter
DOHA : United States coach Gregg Berhalter said their World Cup last-16 exit after a 3-1 loss to the Netherlands on Saturday was difficult to accept but he took heart from the progress made by his young squad after their baptism of fire on the big stage.