South Americans’ superstar attacker defiant following opening-match shock 1. Messi insists ‘no excuses’ for Argentina’s Saudi Arabia defeat 2. PSG forward converted from spot for early lead 3. But underdogs hit …
Show MoreGiroud equals Henry as Les Bleus battle back
Olivier Giroud moved alongside Thierry Henry at the top of France’s all-time scoring list as the holders produced an impressive comeback win. 1.Olivier Giroud becomes France’s joint-leading scorer in 4-1 victory …
Show MoreLewandowski denied first World Cup goal in Mexico Poland stalemate
Poland and Mexico play out goalless encounter in Stadium 974 1. Lewandowski denied from spot in stalemate 2. Ochoa made critical save for goalkeeper in fifth World Cup to earn Mexico …
Show MoreNo goals as Denmark fail to hit stride
Denmark and Tunisia served up the first goalless draw of the finals in an exciting match in which either side could have snatched the win. 1. Denmark had been considered dark …
Show MoreSaudis stun Argentina in historic upset
Argentina crashed to defeat in their opening game at Qatar 2022™ as two second half goals from Saudi Arabia made history. Saudi Arabia came from behind, scoring two second half goals, …
Show MoreWorld Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo says row with Manchester United will not ‘shake’ Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo says he will “speak when he wants” and his row with Manchester United will not “shake” his Portugal team at the World Cup. United are exploring their legal options …
Show MoreLionel Messi admits this is most likely his last chance to fulfil his “dream” of winning the World Cup with Argentina.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Messi has played at the four previous World Cups, coming closest to winning it in 2014 when Argentina lost to Germany in the final. He will be 38 years …
Show MoreBale makes Wales point in gripping USA Clash
Wales recover against USA for point on World Cup return Gareth Bale fires home penalty for Wales point Timothy Weah prodded home to give USA first-half advantage Iran up next for …
Show MoreNetherlands’ late double downs Senegal
PSV forward Gakpo on target and Klaassen strikes for Netherlands to defeat Senegal in Group A contest Cody Gakpo pounces late for Netherlands breakthrough Davy Klaassen adds late second for Dutch …
Show MoreEngland lay down gauntlet by thrashing IR Iran in World Cup™ opener
Gareth Southgate’s men romped to a 6-2 victory over IR Iran in their opening game of Qatar 2022™, setting the pace for other World Cup favourites. Bellingham and Saka became England’s …
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