Why Qatar 2022 was also Africa’s World Cup Tournament was an indication of continent’s growth, with Morocco’s run crowning impressive displays by African teams. Al Jazeera · Dec 20, 2022
Italy delays hearing on EU graft scandal suspect on Belgian jail claim An Italian court on Tuesday postponed until January a hearing on whether to hand over to the Belgian authorities a second woman suspected of involvement in a Qatar graft scandal that has rocked the European Parliament. Reuters · Dec 20, 2022
Premier League returns: How ready is your team after World Cup? The Premier League resumes on Boxing Day following a mid-season break for the World Cup in Qatar. Here’s a team-by-team look at where each club left off The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2022
World Cup 2026 ultimate guide: Hosts, venue, dates and how new format works As the curtain comes down on the Qatar World Cup, the eyes of the world will turn to 2026 and the next tournament which will be held in North America and revert to a summer schedule. Football London · Dec 20, 2022
Chelsea told to help Cristiano Ronaldo rival Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe after World Cup final Chelsea transfer news: Ronaldo continues to be without a club as world stars take the spotlight in Qatar. Football London · Dec 20, 2022
Trent Alexander-Arnold 'should have stayed at home' than go to World Cup, says ex-Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold was part of England's 23-man squad for the World Cup in Qatar but he only appeared once off the bench. Liverpool Echo · Dec 20, 2022
Manchester United have five guaranteed starters vs Burnley Given the exploits of Man United's players in Qatar, Erik ten Hag will already have five names on his teamsheet. Manchester Evening News · Dec 20, 2022
Trio watched World Cup with 28 nations across London to celebrate diversity The three said they wanted to celebrate London’s ‘diversity and vibrancy’. The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister snubs Lionel Messi as World Cup 2022 slammed as ‘worst ever’ Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister has slammed the recent World Cup in Qatar as the "worst ever" as her brother's long-time rival Lionel Messi cemented his legacy as the greatest player of all time. Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2022
Moroccans to welcome home history-making World Cup team Morocco’s national soccer team is set to return home Tuesday after accomplishing the seemingly impossible feat of finishing fourth at the World Cup in Qatar The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo's sister slams Qatar World Cup and makes brutal Lionel Messi snub The sister of former Man United striker Cristiano Ronaldo has hit out at the 2022 World Cup following its conclusion in Qatar. Manchester Evening News · Dec 20, 2022
Four World Cup stars Liverpool are tracking ahead of January transfer window A look at some of players been named in connection with Liverpool after the World Cup in Qatar Liverpool Echo · Dec 20, 2022
‘Dark days in Qatar’: Nepali workers face bitter legacy of World Cup debts For thousands of low-paid workers, this year’s games brought back only memories of abuse and exploitation The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo joins Argentina flop and Chelsea star in a WORST XI of World Cup 2022 Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo scored just a single penalty at the World Cup 2022 in Qatar and was dropped to the bench by the Seleccao, while also being forced to watch from afar as long-term rival Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a third world title Daily Mirror · Dec 20, 2022
The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2022 Fans line streets to greet world champions Argentina - in pictures Argentina beat France in the World Cup final in Qatar
Miami Herald · Dec 20, 2022 Greg Cote: Messi’s World Cup triumph leaves America his last frontier to conquer as Inter Miami waits For Argentina’s triumph and Lionel Messi’s ethereal foot in it, there is only one word, and we use it with a nod to the great Ray Hudson: Magisterial!
Daily Mirror · Dec 20, 2022 Gianni Infantino's new secret World Cup plan with FIFA president delighted by Qatar 2022 The Qatar World Cup was heavily criticised due to the Arab country's poor human rights record - but the controversial tournament was still a commercial success for FIFA
Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2022 World Cup 2022 review: Football was fabulous but at huge human cost as ‘real’ Qatar conveniently missing “The tournament of external noise,” as Gareth Southgate put it, was capped off by the “final of records”, in the words of Didier Deschamps.
Football London · Dec 20, 2022 Lionel Messi 'overtakes' Cristiano Ronaldo in world record that ends GOAT debate World Cup news: Messi fans show love for newly crowned world champion after Argentina beat France in Qatar.
Reuters · Dec 20, 2022 'Qatargate' scandal casts light on 'untouchable' EU lawmakers As a corruption scandal rocks the European Parliament, lawmakers and campaign groups say a lack of asset declarations, little reporting on contacts with third countries and barely any sanctions created an environment where rule-breaking could go unpunished or undetected.
Daily Mirror · Dec 20, 2022 Kevin Pietersen says every World Cup should be in Middle East after Wembley "disgrace" Former England cricket star Kevin Pietersen has praised Qatar's hosting of the World Cup, while criticising the 'disgraceful' behaviour of fans at the Euro 2020 final
The Guardian - US · Dec 20, 2022 The Qatar World Cup should be a watershed moment in sports journalism It is vital that journalists continue to apply the same critical lens they’ve used on the Qatar World Cup when the tournament comes to Canada, Mexico and the US in four years’ time
The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2022 World Cup awards: the Guardian team at Qatar 2022 give their verdicts From Messi to Morocco’s heroics, via a seven-a-side against Roy Keane, our writers and photographer share their memories
The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2022 Fingers on your buzzers! It’s Joe Lycett’s quiz of the year! Here’s a chance to go head-to-head with the actually very rightwing comedian. Liz Truss tried, and couldn’t manage it – what about you?
Daily Mirror · Dec 20, 2022 Lionel Messi and Argentina return home to heroes welcome as thousands of fans line streets Lionel Messi has brought the World Cup back to Buenos Aires, where thousands of supporters have waited up through the night to line the streets for their return following their success in Qatar