World Cup

World Cup recap, Day 7: France are first through to Round of 16
France beats Denmark, Argentina defeats Mexico, Poland wins over Saudi Arabia, and an Australian victory over Tunisia.
Published On 27 Nov 2022
Photos: Messi magic guides relieved Argentina past Mexico
Lionel Messi delivered a crucial goal for Argentina in a 2-0 win over Mexico that ignited the team’s World Cup chances.
Published On 26 Nov 2022
Messi keeps Argentina’s World Cup hopes alive with sublime strike
Lionel Messi opened the scoring against Mexico with a wonderful goal from range, as Argentina earned a 2-0 victory.
Published On 26 Nov 2022
For Mexico fans in Qatar, it’s not just about winning
Fans say that with the economic and security issues they face at home, football is a ‘stress reliever’.
Published On 26 Nov 2022

Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France become the first team to qualify for the Round of 16 in Qatar

For one sport store owner in Doha, the headscarf could become a cultural and sporting memento during the World Cup.

The Welsh First Minister discusses relations with London and the national football team’s return to the World Cup.

The Riyadh-based club is the kingdom’s most successful football team.

Argentina are under huge pressure to get a win after the shock defeat to Saudi Arabia in their Group C opener.

Saudis are hoping for another win, which will guarantee them a place in the second round of the competition.

England top the group on four points and remain in the box seat to reach the last 16, despite the goalless result.

The Three Lions did enough to hold on to the top spot in Group B, but the USA did not make it easy for them.

Ecuador’s Enner Valencia became the leading scorer at this World Cup, bagging a goal in 1-1 draw with the Netherlands.

Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands a goal up after just six minutes, but Enner Valencia equalised early in the second half.

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