Fans will be facing long Queues at Qatar World Cup
Qatar World Cup organisers on Wednesday warned fans to brace for “congestion” in the first two weeks of the tournament when the peak number of supporters will be packing the Gulf state’s capital. Private cars will be banned from many…
“World Cup in Qatar will be my last event”, says Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi has confirmed that the World Cup in Qatar next month will be the last of his career. The 35-year-old Argentina star will play in his fifth World Cup but is still seeking his first title at the showpiece…
Qatar airways promote 2022 FIFA World Cup among fans in Mumbai
In celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022, the official airline partner of the mega event, Qatar Airways on Saturday organised an interactive Pop-up to promote the event among fans in Mumbai. The Pop-up will be available for the…
2022 World Cup: France’s Frappart among among one of 3 women referees in the event
The presence of women referees at the 2022 World Cup will send “a strong sign”, said trailblazing French referee Stephanie Frappart on Thursday, one of three women officials selected for the tournament in Qatar. “It’s a strong sign from FIFA…
Key guide for FIFA World Cup 2022 viewers
A last chance for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Kylian Mbappé back on the biggest stage of all. Brazil bidding for a record-extending sixth title. One of the most eagerly anticipated World Cups in memory — as much for off-the-field…
England football team in ‘good place’ for Qatar World Cup, says Harry Kane
England captain Harry Kane said the Three Lions are in a good place heading into the World Cup after a 3-3 draw with Germany on Monday despite going to Qatar on a six-game winless run. Kane looked to have completed…
2022 Qatar World Cup will be “Huge Opportunity” for Germany, says Oliver Bierhoff
The German associations’ new campus in Frankfurt seemed the perfect spot for Oliver Bierhoff to launch a statement, and the 54-year-old couldn’t be more serious about it. Amid buildings shaped by modern design, training and medical facilities it seemed time…
2022 World Cup: Neymar to play crucial role for Brazil in the event
Neymar will be deployed in an attacking playmaking role for Brazil at this year’s World Cup as the five-time world champions seek to capitalise on his scintillating form for Paris Saint-Germain. The 30-year-old has scored nine goals and provided seven…
FIFA World Cup 2022 to start one day ahead of the scheduled date, first match on 20 Nov.
The World Cup’s start will be brought forward by a day to allow hosts Qatar to play the opening game, sources told AFP on Wednesday, just over three months before the competition gets underway. Qatar will now play Ecuador on…
Ecuador confirm to play 2022 World Cup as FIFA rejects Chile complaint
Ecuador kept their place in the Qatar World Cup after football governing body FIFA on Friday closed an inquiry sought by non-qualifying Chile into the eligibility of a key player. The FIFA disciplinary committee said in a statement it had…