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Romantic denouements in football are a big ask and no mistake

In today’s Football Daily: Why the World Cup rarely does fairytale endings

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2022

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina vs Netherlands - Head to Head, key stats, predicted starting XIs, road to quarterfinals, venue details and more

By early Saturday morning (December 10) we will know if a blockbuster Brazil vs Argentina semi-final will happen or not at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

The Times of India · Dec 9, 2022

Cho Gue-sung facing Celtic transfer wait as Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors hold firm on star striker departure

The Korea Republic forward netted two goals from four appearances at the World Cup and the Hoops face a challenge to land his services.

Daily Record · Dec 9, 2022

‘They want to kill me’: Joe Lycett explains why he was upset by David Beckham going to Qatar

‘I’m holding out hope. There’s still time for him to change his mind’

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

First Thing: Brittney Griner lands in US after being freed from Russian prison

Basketball star arrives in Texas after US releases convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout in dramatic prisoner swap. Plus, the first-ever unicorn license granted

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2022

A look at England’s World Cup quarter-finals since 1966 ahead of France clash

There has been plenty of drama and heartache.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

Premiership clubs hopeful Steve Borthwick’s England regime will herald selection change

Senior figures at Premiership clubs are hoping the new England regime will offer a more inclusive outlook towards selection and growth.

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2022

Who will be Cristiano Ronaldo’s next club?

The 37-year-old is looking for a new club having stated that Qatar would probably be his last World Cup and that he plans to stop playing at 40

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

England vs France: Gareth Southgate must be bold off the bench if World Cup 2022 exit looms

When England are up against it against France, as they surely will be at some point, can Gareth Southgate turn the tide?

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2022

Arsenal already have Gabriel Jesus replacement as Edu urged not to make panic January transfer

Gabriel Jesus faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on his knee but former Gunners defender Mikael Silvestre says they do not need to buy a replacement in January for the sake of it

Football London · Dec 9, 2022