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World Cup 2022: crunching 150 years of big data to predict the winner

Perhaps more than any recent World Cup, this year’s competition in Qatar has thrown up considerable surprises. Who indeed, of the analytics crowd, could have predicted Saudi Arabia would defeat Argentina the way it did, or competition-favourite Brazil would end up losing to Croatia? Meanwhile, Morocco has stunned commentators by…

The Conversation

Qatar to host WEC season-opening race in 2024

A race at the Losail circuit in Qatar will replace Sebring as the opening round of the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2024.

Motorsport

Qatar gets World Endurance Championship calendar slot for 2024

A race at the Losail circuit in Qatar will replace Sebring as the opening round of the World Endurance Championship in 2024.

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Qatar bribery scandal 'threatens credibility' of European parliament

The European Parliament was on Monday getting to grips with allegations of huge cash bribes given to MEPs by figures working on behalf of World Cup host Qatar.

Radio France Internationale

The World Cup’s Breakout Stars Whose Stock Is on the Rise

With the January transfer window around the corner, these players have done well for themselves at the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Soccer journalist Grant Wahl's body returned to US

A senior State Department official says the body and possessions of soccer journalist Grant Wahl have been repatriated to the United States after his death last week while covering the World Cup in Qatar

The Independent UK

Can history-makers Morocco win the World Cup?

Fairytale run to the semi-finals has seen the Atlas Lions create footballing history but now France await.

Al Jazeera

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Human rights organisations say Fifa complicit in ‘serious abuses’ over unpaid workers in Qatar

Amnesty International and other bodies have called on football’s governing organisation to rectify the issue and set up a fund for labourers to access ‘the compensation they deserve’ from Qatar

The Independent UK

Ronaldo admits he would be happy if Lionel Messi wins the World Cup - even if he doesn’t want him to

Lionel Messi winning the World Cup would please Ronaldo Nazario, even if the Brazil legend could never be happy watching Argentina lift the trophy in Qatar.

Evening Standard

‘Credibility of Europe’ at stake over alleged Qatar corruption scandal

Foreign minsters warn of ‘damaging’ impact on governing body

The Independent UK

EU chief calls for stricter ethics rules amid scandal

The European Union’s top official says the allegations of corruption targeting a vice-president of the European Parliament are of “utmost concern."

The Independent UK

Joe Lycett accuses Keir Starmer of 'butchering' Beckham stunt description

COMEDIAN Joe Lycett has accused Keir Starmer of "butchering" the description of his Qatar cash shredder stunt during an appearance in the…

The National (Scotland)

WhatsApp threatens a UK shutdown if anti-encryption laws pass

This could prompt a severe backlash from voters if the UK joins China, Syria and Qatar as the fourth country where the chat app doesn’t work

Evening Standard

Comedian Joe Lycett criticises FA in wake of ‘shredding’ stunt

He previously gave David Beckham an ultimatum to pull out of his deal with World Cup hosts Qatar or he would destroy £10,000.

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Irish Mirror

Liam Brady says England 'seem to find a way of losing' as he admits Gareth Southgate's side were 'unlucky' against France

Gareth Southgate's men arrived back in England on Sunday less than 24 hours after their 2-1 defeat in Qatar

Bristol Post

Joey Barton delivers brutal Gareth Southgate verdict following England's World Cup exit

Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton had played down England's chances before the tournament in Qatar had kicked off

Daily Mirror

Bukayo Saka's magnificent World Cup performances enhance Arsenal star's award chances

Six nominees were in action in Qatar but only Bukayo Saka continued his domestic form at the World Cup as the versatile Arsenal forward showed exactly why he was nominated

The Guardian - US

USA’s Gio Reyna hits back after reports of attitude problem at World Cup

The midfielder was almost sent home from Qatar for a perceived lack of effort before the team’s World Cup opener against Wales, according to multiple reports

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Asharq Al-Awsat

France Favorites but Morocco Eye Another Knockout Punch

After putting Belgium, Portugal and Spain to the sword in Qatar, Morocco are looking to bring another soccer superpower to their knees when they face France in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday in a match heavy with political and social overtones. Morocco, the first African side to reach the…

Daily Mirror

Alex Scott spoken to by BBC bosses after breaching strict rules at World Cup

World Cup commentator Alex Scott was scolded by BBC bosses for a photo she uploaded to her Instagram page of the broadcaster's studio in Qatar

The Conversation

Nigeria failed to qualify for the World Cup 2022 – blame their disdain for football school structures and development

Nigeria’s national men’s football team is absent from this year’s World Cup in Qatar. It is only the second time since its first appearance in the tournament in 1994 that the Super Eagles failed to qualify. Sports scientist and FIFA physical fitness instructor Isiaka Oladele Oladipo explains why the team…

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Qatar bustles with life as World Cup nears end

Qatar is still bustling with life just days before the end of the first World Cup in the Middle East.

Manchester Evening News

Harry Maguire says he has ‘proven’ himself again ahead of Manchester United return

The Reds skipper was downcast by England's World Cup exit but took one personal positive from the Qatar campaign.

Birmingham Post

England World Cup defeat could lead to 'major loss' for Dorset firm with 18,000 winner shirts

The boss of the company says he is "absolutely gutted" after England's quarter final defeat against France in Qatar

Daily Record

Borna Barisic to bank Rangers £350k World Cup windfall but Croatia star could be worth so much more

The Ibrox ace has been overshadowed in Qatar by Celtic star Josip Juranovic but new boss Mick Beale could still get the benefit.

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