At Qatar 2022 even when the game begins, the virtual world still seeps in Semi-automated offside, augmented reality and CGI replays are all part of the match-day experience at this World Cup The Guardian - UK · Nov 28, 2022
Protests at World Cup shine a light on just causes but can they really affect change? OF all the surprises in the first week of this World Cup, surely one of the greatest has been the ability of FIFA to downgrade yet further a… The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2022
Kylian Mbappe writes his name into record books to help France shine at World Cup 2022 The 23-year-old France forward has started this World Cup in scintillating fashion with three goals from the opening two games against Australia and Denmark respectively Daily Mirror · Nov 26, 2022
USMNT Has Showed Promise at This World Cup—Now it Needs the Payoff The USMNT walks away from a World Cup draw with England feeling good about its impressive performance. But without a win over Iran, its meaning diminishes. Sports Illustrated · Nov 26, 2022
Brazil’s Tite calms fears after emotional Neymar limps off with ankle injury Brazil manager Tite said he was confident Neymar would play again in this World Cup after the forward was substituted with a suspected sprained ankle in the 2-0 win over Serbia The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2022
World Cup fans put off by prices, beer limits commute by air Travel at this World Cup was supposed to be easy in the tiny host nation of Qatar after fans had to take long flights between cities at the last three tournaments The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
5 records Cristiano Ronaldo can break at the World Cup and where Lionel Messi compares Cristiano Ronaldo is a free agent for this World Cup having sensationally left Manchester United and has multiple tournament records in his sights, as does Lionel Messi Daily Mirror · Nov 24, 2022
Dazzling Kylian Mbappé displays his range of talents to inspire France win France have lost top players before this World Cup but they still have their razor-sharp centre-forward to score and set up goals The Guardian - UK · Nov 22, 2022
Michelle Kaufman: Americans finally get why the World Cup is so great, and why it hurts so much to tie No, Qatar should not be hosting the World Cup. No, it isn’t right that fans can’t drink beer and players can’t wear rainbow arm bands at this World Cup. Miami Herald · Nov 22, 2022
'David Beckham won't be forgiven for taking "blood money" to promote Qatar’s World cup' 'Everyone involved in this World Cup is so clearly on the wrong side of history we don’t even need to wait for it to become history to see that' Daily Mirror · Nov 21, 2022
Jude Bellingham instantly displays why he can dominate this World Cup for England The all-action midfielder played a massive part in breaking Iran’s resistance and helping the Three Lions to victory in their Group B opener The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2022
Harry Maguire moment speaks volumes before cruel exit in England's superb win over Iran Allowed about as gentle an introduction into this World Cup as it was possible to get, Maguire could play the game at his own pace, and you could see his confidence building before a sad end Daily Mirror · Nov 21, 2022
World Cup 2022 party quickly loses its fizz as Qatar freeze on biggest stage and fans flock to exits Twelve years and infinite controversies later, yet somehow still a day earlier than planned, this World Cup is finally underway. Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2022
Qatar 2022 WTF: How did we get here? This World Cup is a farcical disaster, but that's not Qatar's fault. Call it punishment for the sins of capitalism Salon · Nov 20, 2022
The Guardian - AU · Nov 19, 2022 Qatar’s resplendent welcome fails to hide what this World Cup represents Despite the shiny veneer on the ground in Doha, exploitation lies just beneath the surface
The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2022 Sportswashing and spectacle as Qatar’s World Cup of conflicts kicks off The greatest show on Earth will take place against a background of human suffering that cannot be ignored
The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2022 From Neymar to Jesus, Brazil’s brilliant forwards can turn any match in Qatar Each team at this World Cup has a weak unit and Brazil’s defence is getting on – but in attack Tite is spoiled for choice
ABC News · Nov 17, 2022 Qatar takes final breath before World Cup plunge after 12 years of preparation and perception On the eve of the Qatar World Cup, Samantha Lewis takes us into a surreal desert city that is readying itself for football’s biggest show.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2022 Should fans boycott this World Cup? Our readers debate a moral quandary While most supporters do not want Qatar as hosts, would a boycott achieve anything and is it hypocritical?
Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2022 Female referees a welcome World Cup 2022 addition but to come in Qatar leaves a taste of hypocrisy In a country where women still lack control over some basic elements of their own lives and seldom occupy positions of power in politics or industry, Fifa’s decision to place female officials in charge of matches at this World Cup is both significant and laced with hypocrisy.
Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2022 Iran players head to World Cup 2022 amid home protests, drones and threats of expulsion When Gianni Infantino last week urged football and politics to part ways once this World Cup begins, he must, presumably, have forgotten not only about FIFA’s choice of host but also about the involvement of Iran.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2022 Qatar 2022 is actually happening: a horrifying but irresistible prospect The victims of this World Cup are owed our remembrance and our future vigilance, even as the football takes centre stage
Evening Standard · Nov 16, 2022 Keira Walsh interview: Qatar a backwards step for women’s game, but I still hope to cheer England to World Cup glory Should England falter at this World Cup, you can bet your last Qatari Riyal that the post-mortem will include the now traditional lament of the country’s failure to produce a technically-gifted midfield conductor.
Daily Mirror · Nov 14, 2022 World Cup 2022 kit rankings as every shirt from all 32 teams in Qatar rated and slated WORLD CUP 2022 KIT RANKINGS: We take a look at all the shirts that'll be on show in Qatar across the next month ahead of the tournament's big kick-off on Sunday
The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2022 There may be no clear conscience with this World Cup but we can focus on Fifa As we consume the football on show in Qatar despite knowing the brutal facts, we should at least force Fifa to make change