Masked Son will play in Korea's World Cup opener, says ex-skipper
DOHA: Son Heung-min will defy a nasty facial injury to play in South Korea's opening match at the World Cup, a former international team-mate said on Friday (Nov 18).
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Costliest World Cup ever to kick off in Qatar under shadow of controversy
SINGAPORE: The upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar is shaping up to be one where events off the pitch could well overshadow action on the field.
Mike Catt: Ireland on right path to emulate my Rugby World Cup win
Assistant coach Mike Catt believes Ireland are "going in the right direction" towards emulating his "life-changing" achievement of winning the Rugby World Cup.
Hennessey hopes beer ban at Qatar World Cup venues will not dampen the mood
AL RAYYAN, QATAR : Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey hopes FIFA's decision to ban the sale of alcoholic beer at Qatar's World Cup stadiums will not dampen the atmosphere at their games.
Poland's Lewandowski unsure if Qatar World Cup will be his last
DOHA : Poland talisman Robert Lewandowski said he is preparing for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar as if it could be his last, but the 34-year-old added that he would still be physically fit to play at the next edition in 2026.
Spain defender Gaya out of World Cup with injury, Balde called up
Spain left back Jose Gaya has withdrawn from their squad for the World Cup in Qatar after suffering an ankle injury in training, the team announced on Friday.
Host nation Qatar braces for World Cup fever ahead of opening night
The World Cup begins this weekend in Qatar as football fans fix their attention on the first Middle Eastern nation to host the tournament.
Poland World Cup team escorted by fighter jets
WARSAW: Robert Lewandowski and his Poland teammates enjoyed a special World Cup send-off accompanied by fighter jets but critics questioned the use of military resources. Defense Minister Mariusz Blaszczak took to public radio on Friday to defend the decision to escort the team plane through Polish airspace the previous day. “It’s a good sign showing support for our players,” he said.