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Refugee football fans lament last-minute rejection from Qatar World Cup

Syrian lawyer Amrou Sabahi had hoped to spend his first World Cup at the heart of the action, working behind the scenes at the stadiums in Qatar, the first Arab country to hold the crowning event of soccer.

Reuters · Nov 18, 2022

‘It was hard’: England opt to train at hottest part of day in World Cup buildup

Gareth Southgate’s squad have trained in 33C to help the players acclimatise to the temperatures they will face in Qatar

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2022

Olivier Giroud explains why France dressing room won't miss Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba was ruled out of the World Cup 2022 in Qatar with a knee injury having been an important member of France's on and off field success in Russia four years ago

Daily Mirror · Nov 17, 2022

Ty Gibbs will step up to Cup in 2023, replacing Busch at JGR

In an expected move, newly crowned NASCAR Xfinity Series champion Ty Gibbs will move up to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2023, replacing Kyle Busch.

Motorsport · Nov 15, 2022

Ireland would have the 26th most valuable squad at FIFA World Cup 2022

Data shows that Ireland's most recent squad would be worth far more than six of the teams that have qualified for Qatar.

Irish Mirror · Nov 15, 2022

Australia v England ODI series: hosts face crucial test to shape squad for World Cup

Three-match series starts in Adelaide on Thursday and is a rare chance to test 50-over tactics before World Cup in India next year

The Guardian - AU · Nov 15, 2022

Irish fans vote Diego Maradona 'Hand of God' goal most iconic World Cup moment in history

The study, which was commissioned by betting company Ladbrokes, finds that over half of people believe Maradona's 'goal' is the most famous moment in World Cup history.

Irish Mirror · Nov 15, 2022

US Latinos are soccer-mad. Why isn’t that reflected in the World Cup squad?

Just three of Gregg Berhalter’s roster for Qatar have Latino roots. But many inside the game believe the coach should be given the benefit of the doubt

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2022

Best players to watch out for at World Cup 2022 in Qatar

There is an abundance of talent at this year's World Cup in Qatar - and among the big names to look out for, there are some hidden gems who have been cleaning up domestically.

Chronicle Live · Nov 15, 2022

Peter Crouch hoping for a Christmas No. 1 with World Cup-themed songs

The striker is releasing ‘Crouchy Conducts The Classics’ on Tuesday, November 15, which will put a classical spin on football terrace chants

Irish Mirror · Nov 15, 2022