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Soccer-Dutch skipper Van Dijk dodges Messi questions

Virgil van Dijk deflected several questions about his looming confrontation with Lionel Messi but admitted the Netherlands would be cautious in their approach against Argentina in Friday’s World Cup quarter-final.

Reuters

World Cup 2022 power rankings: how the remaining eight teams shape up

We cast our eye over the quarter-finalists’ key strengths and assess who is most likely to lift the trophy in Qatar

The Guardian - UK

World Cup: The best moments so far from Lionel Messi magic and shock upsets to group stage drama

Amid controversy and continued human rights concerns surrounding Fifa and Qatar off the pitch, it’s been an exhilarating ride so far on it

The Independent UK

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World Cup Power Rankings: Evaluating Every Quarterfinalist

Some of the world’s best squads are rounding into peak form as the tournament approaches its home stretch.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Quarterfinalists bid for title

The World Cup is taking a small break after non-stop soccer for the past two weeks

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi facing ban from entering Mexico for 'kicking' shirt after World Cup win

Lionel Messi appeared to kick Andres Guardado's shirt after Argentina's win over Mexico in the World Cup group stage, provoking fury in the Central American country

Daily Mirror

The Next World Cup Will Jump to 48 Teams. Is Bigger Better?

The next World Cup will be the biggest ever after world football body FIFA took the leap from a 32-team field to 48 teams in 2026. It means more of football’s so-called “little teams” that didn't make it to Qatar will be given a chance of a lifetime when the…

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Messi downs Australia and Mbappe burns Cash – the key numbers from the last 16

Portugal completed the quarter-final line-up with a 6-1 dismantling of Switzerland on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

A two-year review, Ashley Cole’s masterclass and pace to burn: How England plan to stop Kylian Mbappe

Gareth Southgate began studying France on the team bus away from the Al Bayt Stadium after the last-16 win over Senegal on Sunday, but England’s preparations for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final clash had, in truth, got underway two years earlier.

Evening Standard

Hearts star Lawrence Shankland gives detailed insight into Almeria fight and aftermath

Robbie Neilson and his Jambos side headed off to Spain for some training ahead of the second part of the season resuming and they set up a clash with Spanish opposition while in the country.

Edinburgh Live

Australia legend Craig Moore heaps praise on Keanu Baccus and predicts huge future for St Mirren star after World Cup heroics

The Socceroos Hall of Famer wasn't surprised to see the Saints midfielder rise to the occasion in Qatar when taking on some of the world's best players.

Daily Record

Robbie Neilson confirms Callum Paterson Hearts transfer interest as he delivers update

The 28-year-old - capped 17 times by Scotland - has entered the final year of his deal at Sheffield Wednesday and will be free to discuss a pre-contract move elsewhere.

Edinburgh Live

Ian Wright and Gary Neville agree on Cristiano Ronaldo problem amid Lionel Messi World Cup claim

Cristiano Ronaldo didn't start Portugal's last-16 tie with Switzerland following an outburst over being substituted against South Korea

Football London

Which player has scored the most goals in World Cup knockout games?

Plus: last beating first in the group stage, thrashings in vain and the glory of the one-armed goalscorer

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Evening Standard

Netherlands vs Argentina lineups: Starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2022 game

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Daily Mirror

Louis van Gaal makes eyebrow-raising Brazil claim ahead of Argentina clash at World Cup

Louis van Gaal typically did not mince his words before Netherlands' World Cup quarter-final clash against one of the tournament favourites, Lionel Messi's Argentina

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe needs ‘special attention’ from England players – Steve Holland

Gareth Southgate’s side take on reigning World Cup champions France in a mouthwatering quarter-final clash on Saturday.

The Guardian - UK

England hope coach Steve Holland’s knowhow can help shackle Mbappé

Gareth Southgate’s assistant has a history of working out ways to nullify the world’s best players

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The Independent UK

England have planned for France clash for two years, says Steve Holland ahead of World Cup quarter-final

Special focus has been placed on how to deal with Kylian Mbappe, who has already scored five goals for Les Bleus in Qatar

Daily Mirror

Virgil van Dijk sends "chilling" Lionel Messi warning ahead of World Cup quarter-final

Lionel Messi will lead Argentina against the Netherlands in the World Cup quarter-final clash on Friday, with Virgil van Dijk being the man who will attempt to keep him quiet

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo's £173m wage offer and comparison to Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe deals

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to join Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr in January and in doing so would obliterate the record for the highest earning footballer in the world

Liverpool Echo

Virgil van Dijk makes 'chilling' Lionel Messi claim ahead of World Cup quarter-final clash

Virgil van Dijk will face Lionel Messi when the Netherlands take on Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals on Friday

Daily Record

Borna Barisic in a Celtic shirt would be worth £50m while Peter Lawwell's return is good news - Hotline

Gordon Parks manned the phones and there's plenty of support for France ahead of Saturday's World Cup showdown with England.

Al Jazeera

Which teams have reached the World Cup quarter-finals?

Eight teams have booked their place in the quarter-finals after a series of thrilling round-of-16 matches in Qatar.

The Guardian - UK

Brazil bring dancing shoes to furrow the brows of Proper Football Men

In today’s Football Daily: Brazil’s moves and Cammy Devlin taking his shot

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