Soccer News
Frustrations Simmer as Saudis Are Blocked From Watching the World Cup
The New York Times - 25 Nov 2022 22:13
A curious dispute between a Qatari broadcaster and Saudi media regulators has left millions of Saudis with no way to watch the matches.
Barcelona move clear in front of record crowd, Arsenal clinch vital Champions League draw at Juventu
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 01:58
Barcelona seized control of Group D in the Women’s Champions League by thrashing Bayern Munich 3-0 in front of a crowd of 46,967 - a new group-stage record. Second-half goals from Geyse, Aitana Bonmati and Claudia Pina...
Brazil´s Richarlison reflects on ´one of the nicest goals I have ever scored´ after winning starting
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 01:54
Tite admitted it was a tough call to pick a starting striker, but he was thrilled with the performance of Richarlison after netting both of Brazil’s goals in their 2-0 victory against Serbia on Thursday. Richarlison go...
How Ronaldo Set a Record as Portugal Held Off Ghana
The New York Times - 25 Nov 2022 00:34
Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty kick sent Portugal on its way to what became -- after an overflow of late goals -- an uneasy 3-2 victory.
Brazil wait on Neymar scan after injuring ankle in opener
Sky Sports - 25 Nov 2022 00:15
Brazil will find out the extent of Neymar's ankle injury within the next 48 hours after the forward limped out of their 2-0 win over Serbia on Thursday night.
Reality check for England but World Cup ambitions remain
Sky Sports - 25 Nov 2022 23:58
“Have we ever beaten the States in a major tournament? No, I didn't think so. We are good at talking highly of ourselves as a nation and on the basis of very little evidence.”
'England were unrecognisable' | 'It shouldn't be all doom and gloom'
Sky Sports - 25 Nov 2022 23:44
Rob Dorsett and Kaveh Solhekol analyse England's 0-0 draw against USA at the World Cup in Qatar.
Bayern keen on Lucas Hernandez extension
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 23:05
Bayern Munich are keen to reach an agreement over a new contract with Lucas Hernandez, according to Fabrizio Romano. The defender will enter the last year of his current deal at the end of the season, but the Bavarians o...
Shot-shy Netherlands must improve to win World Cup - Van Gaal
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 23:04
Louis van Gaal believes the Netherlands must improve considerably if they are to win the World Cup, acknowledging Ecuador were “much better” than the Oranje in Friday’s 1-1 draw. The Netherlands and Ecuador sit loc...
Sluggish England held to draw by USA | Southgate: I knew it would be difficult
Sky Sports - 25 Nov 2022 22:55
England edged closer to a place in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 0-0 draw with USA but their lacklustre display was a reality check on their ambitions at the tournament and means they will have to wait until their...
England 0-0 United States: Three Lions miss chance to qualify after frustrating draw with USA
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 22:52
England’s winless record against the United States at the World Cup stretched to three matches following a goalless draw at Al Bayt Stadium. Gareth Southgate’s side knew they would become the first side to book their...
Job not done - Iran boss Carlos Queiroz after shocking victory over Wales (Video)
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 22:49
Iran scored deep in stoppage time twice to beat Wales in the second round of the World Cup group stage, but having lost the opener to England, they obviously have work to do if they want to qualify for the round of 16, a...
Wales supporters desperate after two stoppage-time goals give Iran victory (Video)
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 22:41
It won’t have been easy for these supporters to have seen their team concede in the 98th and the 111th minute of their match against Iran. The worst of it is that Wales now need to beat England in the final round to st...
Neymar, Brazil's Star Player, Out With an Injury
The New York Times - 25 Nov 2022 22:05
Neymar injured a lateral ligament on his right ankle, the team's doctor said. He will not play in Monday's game against Switzerland.
For Mexico, an Unlucky Seven
The New York Times - 25 Nov 2022 22:00
El Tri has advanced out of the group stage in seven straight World Cups. It is only then that the problems start.
A Migrant's Desperate Day Chasing Work at the World Cup
The New York Times - 25 Nov 2022 21:59
Qatar's preparations for soccer's biggest championship created years of jobs for foreign migrants. But now that's it is here, the work has dried up.
Brazil 2-0 Serbia: Talking points as Selecao justify favourites label
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 21:23
Brazil started their World Cup quest with a 2-0 win over Serbia at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday evening, with Tottenham Hotspur striker Richarlison scoring twice to secure the three points for Tite’s men. Mature Braz...
´It´s the first World Cup without Maradona and you can feel it´ - Burruchaga
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 20:57
Jorge Burruchaga believes “you can feel” the absence of former team-mate Diego Maradona at the first World Cup since the ex-Argentina captain’s death in 2020. Maradona, who skippered La Albiceleste to glory in 1986...
FA: FIFA threat on OneLove armband 'outrageous' | Nev: FIFA rogue body
Sky Sports - 25 Nov 2022 20:41
FIFA's decision to threaten teams with disciplinary action for wearing the OneLove armband at the World Cup in Qatar was "outrageous", says Mark Bullingham, the Football Association's CEO.
Could an African team win the World Cup? Why not, says Senegal boss Cisse
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 20:01
African teams should be confident of going far in the World Cup, and even winning the tournament, according to Senegal boss Aliou Cisse. Senegal beat hosts Qatar 3-1 on Friday to get their first points on the board in Gr...
Manchester United has ´bigger potential´ as investment than ´oven-ready´ Liverpool, says finance exp
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 19:57
Manchester United have a bigger potential of profitability than Liverpool, who may have reached their peak as an investment. That is according to football finance expert Kieran Maguire after both owners of the two Premie...
Netherlands 1-1 Ecuador: Oranje made to wait and Qatar fate sealed as Valencia strikes again
Soccer News - 25 Nov 2022 19:56
The Netherlands missed the chance to become the first team at the World Cup to cement a last-16 place as Ecuador’s Enner Valencia cancelled out Cody Gakpo’s sublime strike in Friday’s 1-1 draw. As in Monday’s win...