Qatar 2022

Ecuador federation asks fans to avoid offensive chants 24 Nov 2022 - 11:22 pm

DOHA: Ecuador's football federation urged its fans on Thursday to clean up their act after football's governing body FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings for...

Mbappe has to understand Messi and Neymar are bigger than him, says Alves 24 Nov 2022 - 11:07 pm

France striker Kylian Mbappe is yet to understand that his Paris St Germain team mates Lionel Messi and Neymar are bigger players than...

Without win over Iran record cap not as meaningful, says Bale 24 Nov 2022 - 10:37 pm

Al Rayyan: A record 110th cap will not mean nearly as much to Gareth Bale unless it comes with a win when Wales...

Pele tells Brazil to 'bring home the trophy' 24 Nov 2022 - 10:36 pm

Sao Paulo: Football legend Pele gave Brazil a virtual pre-match pep talk Thursday as the national team prepared to make their World Cup...

Doha Metro, Lusail Tram transport 2.4 million passengers in four days 24 Nov 2022 - 09:38 pm

Doha: During the first four days of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 tournament, Doha Metro and Lusail Tram transported 2,442,963 passengers to...

Maguire won't be appreciated until he's gone, says Southgate 24 Nov 2022 - 09:10 pm

Al Rayyan: Harry Maguire will win his 50th cap when England play the United States on Friday and though the Manchester United centre...

Ronaldo makes World Cup history as Portugal edge Ghana 3-2 24 Nov 2022 - 09:02 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo closed his eyes as he prepared to unleash a shot from the spot, before his fantastic finish created history as the...

The atmosphere here in Qatar is marvellous, says Luis Hernandez 24 Nov 2022 - 08:51 pm

Mexico legend Luis Hernandez is enjoying the festive atmosphere at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Football’s showpiece event has provided plenty of...

Early figures suggest the FIFA World Cup is as popular as ever 24 Nov 2022 - 07:58 pm

The FIFA World Cup is proving as popular as ever around the world with preliminary figures for the opening match of the 2022...

Qatar must find 'A Game' to avoid World Cup embarrassment, says Sanchez 24 Nov 2022 - 07:57 pm

Hosts Qatar are hoping the worst is behind them as they face Senegal in their crucial World Cup clash at the Al Thumama...

Senegalese coach describes match against Qatar 'major challenge' 24 Nov 2022 - 07:42 pm

DOHA: Coach of the Senegalese national team Aliou Cisse, confirmed that facing the Qatari team tomorrow in the second round of Group A...

Sometimes you just need a hug as Van Gaal embraces reporter 24 Nov 2022 - 07:35 pm

Al Rayyan: Coaches can expect to be mercilessly grilled at the World Cup but the Netherlands' boss Louis Van Gaal was thrown a...

No pressure from dad for late France call-up Thuram 24 Nov 2022 - 06:39 pm

Doha: Lilian Thuram is one of France's most popular figures since his double against Croatia sent Les Bleus to the World Cup final...

Uruguay denied by woodwork in 0-0 draw with South Korea 24 Nov 2022 - 06:14 pm

South Korea and Uruguay played out a goalless draw in a game that saw a series of missed opportunities at the Education City...

Switzerland 'can beat anyone' at World Cup, says Xhaka 24 Nov 2022 - 05:52 pm

Doha: Granit Xhaka said Switzerland "can beat anyone" at the World Cup after Breel Embolo's goal secured a 1-0 victory over Cameroon in...

Qatar 2022: Poland face tricky test against confident Saudi Arabia 24 Nov 2022 - 05:25 pm

DOHA: Contrasting moods will accompany Poland and Saudi Arabia into their World Cup Group C clash on Saturday, with all the pressure on...

Van Gaal hints Depay could start for Netherlands against Ecuador 24 Nov 2022 - 05:23 pm

Doha: After two late goals sealed the victory for the Netherlands against Senegal in their opening Group A FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022...

Cameroon coach Song proud of Swiss scorer Embolo 24 Nov 2022 - 05:10 pm

Al Wakrah: Cameroon coach Rigobert Song is proud of "little brother" Breel Embolo despite the Switzerland striker scoring the winning goal against his...