Making up for lost time: World Cup matches run longer than ever
DOHA : Matches at the World Cup in Qatar are running longer than at any other tournament after referees were told to account for time-wasting and delays more punctiliously.
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US sports journalist says he was detained at Qatar World Cup over LGBT rainbow shirt
An American journalist has claimed that he was detained on Monday after trying to enter World Cup stadium in Qatar -- where same-sex relationships are outlawed -- while wearing a rainbow shirt in support of the LGBT community.
Omagbemi, Olayinka, Oduduru bag award in U.S.
Super Eagles striker, Peter Olayinka, and Super Falcons legend, Florence Omagbemi, were among personalities that received top awards at the Old School Night/Recognition Awards 4.0 in Arlington, Texas, United States.
FIFA World Cup 2022: Late Gareth Bale penalty earns Wales 1-1 draw with US
Dragged down by U.S. defender Tim Ream in the box, Wales' all-time top scorer stepped up to the penalty spot in the 82nd minute and made no mistake by hammering the ball into the top corner in front of the "Red Wall" of fans.
FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands strike late to beat Senegal
With Senegal missing injured star man Sadio Mane and the Dutch without their main attacking threat Memphis Depay at kick-off, the Group A encounter in Doha looked set to end in a goalless draw. But with just six minutes remaining PSV Eindhoven forward Gakpo got up in front of Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy to head in a floated Frenkie de Jong cross from the left.
Roy Keane criticises England and Wales for not going ahead with OneLove armbands
Roy Keane has criticised England and Wales for not going ahead with plans for their captains to wear OneLove armbands at the World Cup, following pressure from FIFA.
‘Disappointing’ European teams will not wear anti-discrimination armbands
The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth has said it is “disappointing” that European teams will not wear anti-discrimination armbands during the World Cup.
Singapore-based security firm provides safety cover for Qatar World Cup
SINGAPORE: A Singapore-based company is at the heart of a massive security operation to keep fans and players safe at the ongoing Qatar World Cup.