Also known as: Qatar 2022 World Cup
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The Standard
… Qatar, appearing in just their second finals after hosting the 2022 World Cup, looked rusty after the war in the Middle East caused the cancellation of two of their warm-up friendlies, meaning their meeting with Switzerland was just their third match since December last year.And …
Qatar earn first ever World Cup point with late goalCitizen Digital
… "Lots of people say it's not the Brazil of old, but it's still Brazil." Morocco produced a historic best performance for an African and Arab nation at the 2022 World Cup, knocking out Spain and Portugal en route to the last four. …
Morocco coach says 'don't fear' Brazil ahead of World Cup openerCitizen Digital
Morocco replace injured Ezzalzouli and Aguerd for World Cup By AFP June 12, 2026 06:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Morocco players celebrate after they won on penalty shoot-out the Qatar 2022 World Cup …
Morocco replace injured Ezzalzouli and Aguerd for World CupThe Standard
… In football-mad Argentina, Lionel had a major moment in 2023, the year after Messi cemented his legacy by leading his country to its third title, but the name has since dipped in popularity.In Chile, one family made national headlines in the run-up to the 2022 World Cup when it w …
Kylian and Neymar top South America football naming boomCitizen Digital
… The company's sales are up five-fold this year compared to the 2022 World Cup, according to its CEO. …
Messi plushies see roaring trade as China firms get World Cup boostCitizen Digital
… He also returned to international football, playing for Denmark at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and Euro 2024 in Germany. …
Denmark's Eriksen in 'good spirits' after collapsing during friendlyCitizen Digital
… The country reached the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, won the 2023 Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations, claimed bronze at the 2024 Olympic Games, finished runners-up at the 2025 Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations, and won the Under-20 World Cup later that year. …
Morocco's dual-national scouting policy pays rich dividendsCitizen Digital
… Clarke's team missed out on a place at the 2022 World Cup after losing to Ukraine in the play-offs. …
Scotland boss Clarke signs new four-year contractCitizen Digital
… The 2022 World Cup winner came off in the 73rd minute of the game after clutching the back of his left leg, but appeared to be walking normally as he headed straight down the tunnel. …
Messi suffers injury scare before World CupCitizen Digital
… These practices must stop." Similar concerns over workers' welfare dogged neighbouring Qatar ahead of its hosting of the 2022 World Cup. …
UN experts urge Saudi labour practices switch before World CupQatar earned their first ever World Cup point after Boualem Khoukhi's late equaliser secured a 1-1 draw with Switzerland, whose Breel Embolo penalty had given them an early lead.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
Qatar earned their first ever World Cup point after Boualem Khoukhi's late equaliser secured a 1-1 draw with Switzerland, whose Breel Embolo penalty had given them an early lead.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players should not fear playing Brazil in their 2026 World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday, but treat them with respect. Ouahbi emphasized confidence in his team following Morocco's semi-final run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco made two injury-enforced changes to their World Cup squad, with winger Abde Ezzalzouli ruled out due to a knee injury sustained in a friendly against Norway and replaced by Amine Sbai, while defender Nayef Aguerd, who has not played since March after groin surgery, makes way for Marwane Saadane. The changes come ahead of Morocco's tournament opener against Brazil.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Across South America, expectant parents are naming children after popular footballers following the World Cup kickoff. In Ecuador, Neymar tops the naming trend with 3,847 namesakes, followed by Kylian Mbappe with over 2,800; Colombia's ranking reverses the order, with 836 Kylians ahead of 269 Neymars.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Chinese manufacturers are producing World Cup merchandise, including Messi plushies, betting on consumer spending on fan goods despite China failing to qualify for the tournament that begins in North America.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Christian Eriksen, a 34-year-old former Manchester United midfielder with a pacemaker, collapsed during Denmark's friendly match against Ukraine in the 64th minute on Sunday. The team doctor reported that Eriksen was briefly unconscious but the pacemaker responded as intended, and Eriksen is in good spirits and recovering with his family.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco's recruitment of dual-national footballers, once a rare occurrence, has become central to the national team's sporting strategy and now accounts for the majority of players across age groups. The shift aims to help the Atlas Lions improve on reaching the semi-finals in 2022 and compete with leading football nations.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Scotland manager Steve Clarke has signed a four-year contract extension that takes him through the 2028 European Championship and 2030 World Cup, after leading Scotland to qualification for their first World Cup since 1998.
28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi was substituted in the 73rd minute of Inter Miami's Major League Soccer match against Philadelphia Union on Sunday, clutching the back of his left leg. Coach Guillermo Hoyos said the substitution was precautionary due to pitch conditions and fatigue rather than a confirmed injury.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UN rights experts urged Saudi Arabia to dismantle its kafala sponsorship system, which binds foreign workers to employers, citing abuse and exploitation of an estimated 16 million migrant workers. The experts noted that despite labour reforms announced in 2021, reports of wage theft, workplace violence, and worker deaths continue.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →