Virgil van Dijk says Netherlands are not focusing on just stopping Lionel Messi Messi has once again proved Argentina’s inspiration in Qatar The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2022
Keanu Baccus details 'surreal' Lionel Messi World Cup experience as St Mirren hero likens superstar to 'Madame Tussauds waxwork' Keanu Baccus featured against Lionel Messi whilst playing for Australia in Qatar earlier this month. Daily Record · Dec 7, 2022
Adrien Rabiot rejects Kylian Mbappe theory ahead of France’s showdown vs England England take on France in the World Cup quarter final on Saturday night, with much of the pre-match focus on how the Three Lions will stop PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe Daily Mirror · Dec 7, 2022
Arsenal urged to consider Cristiano Ronaldo transfer decision amid Gabriel Jesus replacement Arsenal have been dealt a blow through the injury of Gabriel Jesus and the January transfer window offers them a chance to sign a replacement, albeit one they must consider carefully before committing to Football London · Dec 7, 2022
Four key issues England’s next coach Steve Borthwick must fix to stand a chance at the Rugby World Cup England have just nine Test matches before the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, and are in the process of changing head coach. Evening Standard · Dec 7, 2022
Chelsea 'enter race' to sign young Borussia Dortmund star as battle for Endrick continues Chelsea transfer news: The Blues are reportedly keen to continue their youth recruitment drive with a Dortmund raid as they struggle to stay in the race to sign 16-year-old Palmeiras star Endrick Football London · Dec 7, 2022
Qatar World Cup: Fifa accused of being ‘complicit’ in ‘human rights travesty’ The family of World Cup whistleblower Abdullah Ibhais has called on the governing body to use its leverage to push for a fair trial The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2022
‘Sometimes it’s cruel’: Spain depart World Cup cursing shootout Luis Enrique’s side misfired again from the penalty spot, failing to disguise that they have won just twice in 90 minutes in the past two tournaments The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2022
World Cup supercomputer predicts England heartbreak ahead of France clash with Brazil call England face France in the World Cup quarter-final's on Saturday and the supercomputer has made a prediction for the Three Lions' hopes. Football London · Dec 7, 2022
The World Cup Insider Club’s Party Crasher The World Cup quarterfinals feature six nations who have at least reached a final, a recent European champion—and Morocco. How did the Atlas Lions do it? Sports Illustrated · Dec 7, 2022
Newcastle United and the World Cup: Italia '90 - Three former Magpies shine for England To the operatic soundtrack of Pavarotti and co, television coverage of the 1990 World Cup finals in Italy would continue to live long in the memory Chronicle Live · Dec 7, 2022
Ebanie Bridges vs Shannon O'Connell: Fight time, TV channel and full card Ebanie Bridges fights once again in Leeds on Saturday night, hoping to defend her IBF bantamweight title in front of what has become a home crowd for the Australian boxer. Leeds Live · Dec 7, 2022
In Doha, lull in football action no match for World Cup buzz Round of 16 gives way to two-day break before quarter-finals. So, how are locals and visitors filling the football void? Al Jazeera · Dec 7, 2022
Virgil van Dijk refuses to focus on Lionel Messi ahead of Netherlands vs Argentina at World Cup 2022 Virgil van Dijk refused to reveal how the Netherlands would attempt to deal with Lionel Messi in their World Cup quarter-final tie. Evening Standard · Dec 7, 2022
Daily Mirror · Dec 7, 2022 Eddie Jones urged to make emotional Australia return with Wallabies chiefs 'interested' Eddie Jones is now a free agent after being sacked as England boss following an RFU review - and has been tipped for an immediate return to his native Australia
Evening Standard · Dec 7, 2022 Kylian Mbappe fitness update issued as France prepare for England clash France defender Ibrahima Konate has eased concerns about the fitness of Kylian Mbappe ahead of Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against England.
Daily Mirror · Dec 7, 2022 Ian Wright accuses Graeme Souness of being "disrespectful" with World Cup analysis The former Arsenal striker has taken aim at Graeme Souness for his analysis of the current World Cup in Qatar with attention now turning to the quarter-finals of the tournament
Chronicle Live · Dec 7, 2022 'It's about the journey' - Inside Riyadh fan event as Newcastle United owners hold open dialogue Newcastle United owners meet fans in Saudi Arabia as club open doors to travelling supporters
Chronicle Live · Dec 7, 2022 Strictly's Helen Skelton 'leaves' On the Farm to focus on semi final rehearsals Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton has been back on Channel 5 this week to host On The Farm before this weekend's semi final
Wales Online · Dec 7, 2022 WRU must change 60-cap rule but Will Rowlands will have to be a victim The 60 cap law has been controversial ever since it was introduced in 2017. Is it now time to change?
Liverpool Echo · Dec 7, 2022 Sofyan Amrabat agent releases statement as Liverpool transfer 'meeting' claim emerges Sofyan Amrabat has impressed for Morocco during the World Cup and is now being linked to Liverpool
The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2022 ‘I can’t wait to see rain’: Kyle Walker welcomes possibility of World Cup rain Footage posted on Wednesday by the Qatar Meteorology Department showed heavy rain.
Reuters · Dec 7, 2022 Activists take Qatar workers protest to FIFA boss's home town An activist group erected protest billboards in FIFA boss Gianni Infantino's Swiss home town of Brig on Wednesday to demand the world soccer body compensate migrant workers for alleged human rights abuses in Qatar, host of the football World Cup.
Reuters · Dec 7, 2022 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.
The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2022 Kyle Walker: England will not roll out red carpet for Kylian Mbappe and France Walker is likely to be the man tasked with keeping Mbappe quiet at Al Bayt Stadium on Saturday evening.