Fifa World Cup 2022

Ecuador mints commemorative coin to mark World Cup participation

The Central Bank of Ecuador (CBE) has minted a commemorative coin to mark the South American country's participation in the World Cup in Qatar
18 November 2022, 03:41 AM

Davies doubtful for Canada's opener against Belgium

Alphonso Davies is on his way to Qatar to join his Canada team mates for the World Cup, coach John Herdman said on Thursday, but may not be fit to play in the team's opener against Belgium.
18 November 2022, 03:11 AM

Ronaldo very optimistic about Portugal's World Cup chances

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo believes his country has an excellent group of players and they are capable of doing well in the World Cup in Qatar.
18 November 2022, 02:30 AM

Injured Correa, Gonzalez out of Argentina World Cup squad

Argentina's Joaquin Correa and Nicolas Gonzalez have been ruled out of the World Cup due to injuries, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) said on Thursday.
18 November 2022, 01:55 AM

5 most humiliating FIFA World Cup defeats

Some of these took players and fans years to live down, others simply cannot be forgotten.
17 November 2022, 14:50 PM

Your guide to buying football World Cup 2022 memorabilia

Get ready to see the flags of Argentina and Brazil, among others flying high on the rooftops of every building because it is the football World Cup time! Wearing your favourite jersey and going to your class proudly displaying your love for a team is now fashionable once again. Of course, flags and jerseys are not the only things you can buy; there are loads of other accessories/memorabilia for you to show off your passion for the game of football, so read on to get the complete shopping guide for World Cup memorabilia and fashion accessories.
17 November 2022, 14:06 PM

FIFA World Cup 2022 predictions: AI backs Brazil or Argentina; France, Germany ignored

FIFA 23, the widely popular video games franchise, claims to have simulated all 64 games and determine who will win in the Finals using the ground-breaking "HyperMotion2 Technology" and the specific FIFA World Cup 2022 ratings in FIFA World Cup kick-off and tournament modes. Once again, Argentina has been picked as the winner. However, one of the leading providers of sports data, OPTA, used artificial intelligence to forecast an alternative World Cup winner. This time Brazil was predicted to have the best chance of winning the World Cup with a 16.3 percent probability of winning the World Cup.
17 November 2022, 13:59 PM

FIFA World Cup: Top 10 unique nicknames of teams

Nicknames of football teams give fans and players alike a unique sense of identity. The names can come from the team’s unique playing style or traits, the colours of their kits, and so on. With FIFA World Cup 2022 featuring top footballing nations worldwide, each with their unique nicknames, let’s take a look at 10 national teams with the most unique names.
17 November 2022, 13:50 PM

A definitive ranking of FIFA World Cup theme songs

The world cup theme songs work wonders in evoking the right emotions and striking the correct chord.
17 November 2022, 00:00 AM

Nov 16 evening: Turkish envoy, Fardin murder, Terrorism, Armeen Musa Grammy nom, and FIFA World Cup

Good evening. Are you planning for a tour this winter? In case you missed it, we have compiled a list of tourist spots in Bangladesh to visit. And here’s news of what’s happening around, to catch up on before bed-time.
16 November 2022, 15:13 PM

Top 5 FIFA World Cup 2022 group stage matches to look out for

The FIFA World Cup 2022 will begin on 20 November, presenting to us a month of football extravaganza, with the best national teams from around the world fighting for the ultimate glory. And we do not have to wait long as even before the knockout stage, the group stage will feature some exciting matches that will have all football fans pumped up! So, let’s take a look at the 5 most anticipated group-stage matches of this World Cup.
16 November 2022, 12:24 PM

Dutch fans right to boycott World Cup: Van Gaal

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said Dutch fans who are boycotting the World Cup over human rights concern are right to do so but hopes that if his side get to next month's final they will at least watch the game on television.
16 November 2022, 11:15 AM

A World Cup without Maradona

As the 14th minute came up on the clock at the Krestovsky Stadium in Russia where Argentina were playing a do-or-die World Cup group match against Nigeria in 2018, Messi brought down a laser-guided aerial through ball from Ever Banega with his thigh, and the second touch from Messi was almost instantaneous before a lethal right-footed shot curled away from the goalkeeper’s reach and into the net. The stadium erupted with Messi’s first goal in that World Cup but one man sitting in the arena had a limelight just about as big as the Argentina number 10 on the pitch.
16 November 2022, 02:33 AM

Messi cautious over Argentina World Cup chances

Lionel Messi says he is cautious over Argentina's chances as he prepares to lead the team at the World Cup, seeking to crown a glorious career by lifting the trophy in Qatar.
15 November 2022, 12:18 PM

Mexico's Ochoa, Guardado called up for fifth World Cup

Mexico coach Gerardo Martino named his final squad for Qatar on Monday with veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa and midfielder Andres Guardado heading to their fifth World Cup.
15 November 2022, 06:05 AM

Rights abuses stain FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup from November 20 to December 18, 2022, will be played following years of serious migrant labor and human rights abuses in Qatar, Human Rights Watch said today, publishing a “Reporters’ Guide” to support journalists covering the Qatar World Cup.
14 November 2022, 07:40 AM

BTS’ Jungkook to perform at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony

BTS’ Jungkook will be performing live with Nora Fatehi, Shakira, and Dua Lipa for the opening ceremony of FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. The inaugural ceremony will kick off on November 20 and Jungkook has also been roped in to sing for the official FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Soundtrack.
13 November 2022, 06:35 AM

Nora Fatehi to collaborate with Nicki Minaj for official FIFA 2022 anthem

Actress-dancer Nora Fatehi will be lending her voice along with International rapper Nicki Minaj for the official football anthem – ‘Light the Sky’ for FIFA World Cup 2022.
12 November 2022, 04:40 AM

Cameroon’s fortunes a long way off their 1990 heroics

Cameroon's image as World Cup gatecrashers, capable of taking down top contenders and wreaking havoc, has faded away after two decades of failure at the finals
12 November 2022, 02:50 AM

'Captain America' Pulisic faces sky-high World Cup expectations

The pressure is on for "Captain America" Christian Pulisic to put on a superhero performance on his World Cup debut in Qatar, building on years of sky-high expectations from his U.S. fans.
12 November 2022, 02:10 AM