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Cameroonian-born forward Embolo scored the winning goal with a close-range finish, assisted by Xherdan Shaqiri in the 48th minute. (@FIFAWorldCup)
Embolo's 2nd-half goal leads Switzerland to victory over Cameroon
DOHA — Breel Embolo's second-half goal led Switzerland to a narrow win over Cameroon in the World Cup Group G opener on Thursday. Neither national team was able to break the deadlock in the first half at Qatar’s Al Janoub Stadium. But Cameroonian-born forward Embolo scored the winning goal with a close-range finish, assisted by Xherdan Shaqiri in the 48th minute. In another Group G clash, Brazil will face Serbia at Lusail Stadium later Thursday at 1900GMT. The 29-day football event kicked off on Sunday and will conclude with the final at the 80,000-seat Lusail Iconic Stadium on Dec. 18. — Agencies
November 24, 2022

Embolo's 2nd-half goal leads Switzerland to victory over Cameroon

In the next fixture, Spain will face Germany on Nov. 27 at the Al Bayt Stadium.
Spain hammer Costa Rica 7-0 in World Cup 2022
DOHA — Spain tore Costa Rica apart in a FIFA World Cup Group E match that ended 7-0 on Wednesday, bagging the largest win yet in Qatar 2022. Dani Olmo finished in a one-on-one situation to score the opener in minute 11 at Doha's Al Thumama Stadium, netting Spain's 100th World Cup goal. Spain doubled the gap in the 21st minute as Marco Asensio fired with his left-foot without trapping the ball. Jordi Alba assisted from the left flank. Alba was fouled in the box, so Spain were awarded a penalty. Ferran Torres scored from the white spot to make it 3-0 about 10 minutes later. Torres was again on the scoresheet. In minute 54, he put the ball into the Costa Rica net after making a standing tackle near the goal. In the 74th minute, Spain youngster Gavi made it 5-0, kicking the...
November 23, 2022

Spain hammer Costa Rica 7-0 in World Cup 2022

Japanese striker Daizen Maeda scored an early goal in the eighth minute but it was not allowed because of an offside at Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan. (@FIFAWorldCup)
World Cup 2022: Japan shock Germany with comeback win
DOHA — Germany tasted a shocking 2-1 defeat against Japan in a FIFA World Cup Group E opening match Wednesday in Qatar.Japanese striker Daizen Maeda scored an early goal in the eighth minute but it was not allowed because of an offside at Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan.Later in the first half, Germany were awarded a penalty in the 32nd minute by Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton after defender David Raum was brought down by goalkeeper Shuichi Gonda.One minute later, Ilkay Gundogan converted the penalty kick.Kai Havertz netted a goal in the 45th minute for the Germans but it was rejected after a VAR review.Japan leveled when Ritsu Doan made a close-range finish in the 75th minute.The Japanese national team took the lead in the 83rd minute with a goal from Takuma Asano, who steered...
November 23, 2022

World Cup 2022: Japan shock Germany with comeback win

Bayern Munich defender withdrew from the 2022 FIFA World Cup squad as he ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament of his right knee in the World Cup match against Australia, which Les Bleus won 4-1.
Lucas Hernandez joins injured list of France
DOHA — Lucas Hernandez on Tuesday, joined to the injured list of France National Football Team.Bayern Munich defender withdrew from the 2022 FIFA World Cup squad as he ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament of his right knee in the World Cup match against Australia, which Les Bleus won 4-1.The German club announced that Hernandez will return to Munich for further tests and then undergo surgery.Paul Pogba, N'Golo Kante, Presnel Kimpembe, Christopher Nkunku and 2022 Ballon d'Or-winner striker Karim Benzema were also injured in France National Team.France will face Denmark in Group D on Saturday. — Agencies
November 23, 2022

Lucas Hernandez joins injured list of France

Pep Guardiola extends contract with Manchester City for 2 years
LONDON — Spanish coach Pep Guardiola has extended his contract with Manchester City for another two years, the English club announced on Wednesday.The latest deal means the 51-year-old will remain with the Sky Blues until the summer of 2025.“I am delighted that Pep’s journey with Manchester City Football Club will continue. He has already contributed so much to the success and fabric of this organisation, and it’s exciting to think what might be possible given the energy, hunger and ambition that he clearly still has," said club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak.“Under his very special leadership our first team has accomplished so much ... I am looking forward to what lies ahead.”Guardiola said he is “so pleased to be staying at Manchester City for another two years.”“I...
November 23, 2022

Pep Guardiola extends contract with Manchester City for 2 years

Ivan Perisic was the first who came close to breaking the deadlock, unleashing a long-distance strike in the 17th minute that flashed just over the bar. (@FIFAWorldCup)
Croatia, Morocco share spoils in goalless World Cup draw
DOHA — Croatia and Morocco shared the spoils in a goalless draw in their World Cup Group F opener on Wednesday.Chances were few and far between as the two sides played out an evenly contested game at the Al Bayt Stadium.Ivan Perisic was the first who came close to breaking the deadlock, unleashing a long-distance strike in the 17th minute that flashed just over the bar.The best chance of the half fell to Nikola Vlasic in stoppage time, but his shot from point-blank range was blocked by Morocco’s goalie Bono.Bono thwarted another Croatia attempt just minutes into the second half, bravely reaching into a crowd to prevent what would have been a tap-in.Morocco suffered an injury setback as Bayern Munich wing-back Noussair Mazraoui was stretchered off the pitch just before the hour mark.A...
November 23, 2022

Croatia, Morocco share spoils in goalless World Cup draw

Poland were awarded a penalty after Robert Lewandowski was brought down by defender Hector Moreno in the 56th minute.
Mexico, Poland play to goalless draw in World Cup Group C
DOHA — Mexico and Poland played to a goalless draw in their first match Tuesday of the FIFA World Cup Group C. Neither team was able to break the deadlock in 90 minutes at Doha's Stadium 974. Poland were awarded a penalty after Robert Lewandowski was brought down by defender Hector Moreno in the 56th minute. But after two minutes Lewandowski's penalty kick was saved by goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa. In another Group C match, Argentina suffered a 2-1 shocking defeat against Saudi Arabia at Lusail Stadium. — Agencies
November 22, 2022

Mexico, Poland play to goalless draw in World Cup Group C

He admitted Argentina could have no excuses for the defeat.
Messi: We’re dead. It’s a very hard blow
DOHA — “We’re dead. It’s a very hard blow.” This was the reaction of a devastated Lionel Messi after the defeat at the hands of Saudi Arabia in their World Cup opener.He admitted Argentina could have no excuses for the defeat. Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot early in the first half which saw Argentina have three goals ruled out for offside before Saudi Arabia turned the tide after the break and roared to a stunning victory. After the game, Messi could not hide his disappointment. “We didn't want to start that way. We wanted to win, to give peace of mind. There are no excuses. Now, it's time to focus on strength and the unity of the group. It’s time for us to be more united than ever. It’s time to calm down.” "It's a hard blow, a painful...
November 22, 2022

Messi: We’re dead. It’s a very hard blow

Manchester United’s Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo, who is now to leave the club, seen in this recent photo.
Ronaldo to leave Manchester United with ‘immediate effect’, club confirms
MANCHESTER — Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will leave with immediate effect, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, marking a bitter end to the Portugal captain’s second spell at Old Trafford after he said he felt betrayed by the club.The 37-year-old Portuguese forward conducted an explosive interview on the eve of the World Cup, criticizing manager Erik ten Hag and the club’s owners.Last week, United said it had “initiated appropriate steps” in response to Ronaldo’s comments.“Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.“The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future,” United said in a...
November 22, 2022

Ronaldo to leave Manchester United with ‘immediate effect’, club confirms

The Tunisians dominated the early stages, but Denmark later began to dominate possession. (@FIFAWorldCup)
Denmark draw with Tunisia 0-0 in 2022 World Cup's 1st goalless draw
DOHA — Denmark were held to a 0-0 draw with Tunisia in the 2022 FIFA World Cup's Group D match on Tuesday, the tournament's first game that ended without any goals being scored. The Tunisians dominated the early stages, but Denmark later began to dominate possession. Yet, none of the teams could convert good chances successfully at the Education City Stadium in Al-Rayyan, Qatar. In the second half, Danish forward Andreas Cornelius missed a clear chance in front of the post. His close range header hit the crossbar. In the stoppage time, Denmark appealed for a penalty for a possible handball, but it was rejected after a VAR review by the referee. In another Group D match, defending champions France will play against Australia. The match at Al Janoub Stadium in Al-Wakrah will...
November 22, 2022

Denmark draw with Tunisia 0-0 in 2022 World Cup's 1st goalless draw

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