Russia 2018
Fifa head says Qatar World Cup to be best yet
Qatar’s tiny size, high temperatures and lack of ready stadium infrastructure have prompted some to question Fifa’s decision to make it host.
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World Cup Pussy Riot pitch intruders jailed for 15 days
The pitch invasion by members of the punk band early in the second half of the final was a brazen act in Moscow’s Luzhniki stadium in front of Russian President Vladimir Putin and other high-ranking officials from around the world.
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A-Z of the 2018 World Cup
With the final and third-place playoff to come, England’s Harry Kane is in pole position on six goals, ahead of Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku.
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[LISTEN] Hyundai gets red card for worst World Cup ad
Talk Radio 702’s Bruce Whitfield spoke to branding and advertising expert Andy Rice who says the ad really sucks.
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France peaking perfectly as they head to World Cup final
Tournament experience has been key for both the players and coach Didier Deschamps, who has learnt lessons from the last World Cup in Brazil.
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Faking it! How to spot a diver
Tell-tale signs of fake falls in football.
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France & Belgium to face off in 2018 World Cup semifinal
Details of the 2018 World Cup semi-final match between France and Belgium.
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This is why governments should be watching the World Cup
As the World Cup unfolds, captivating soccer fans around the globe, the broad appeal of high-level sports is on full display.
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Prince William proud of England after winning penalty shootout at World Cup
The 36-year-old royal - who is the president of the Football Association - has praised the squad for their victory in the tense game after they managed to squeeze through to the next round of the competition.
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England ends penalty curse to reach last eight
If England get past Sweden they face a potential semi-final against hosts Russia or Croatia for their first appearance in a final since winning the World Cup for the only time in 1966.
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Neymar dazzles and disappoints as Brazil reach World Cup quarters
Mexico were a threat on the counter in the first half but then faded without ever really being put to the sword.
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England fans shrug off Russia fears, arrive in Moscow for Colombia game
Memories of clashes between Russian and England supporters at the 2016 European Championship in France had also led many to expect the same from this year’s World Cup.
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Spark missing but Croatia still advance to quarter-finals
Modric put aside the anguish of squandering what surely would have been the match winner to bravely step up again in the shootout and convert one of his team’s kicks.
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Shootout win is perfect gift for Russian newlyweds
The penalty shootout commenced as they sat down for the reception and the soccer took center stage with the blessing of the bride and groom.
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Brazil outclass Serbia to set up Mexico clash
The victory, and Switzerland’s 2-2 draw with Costa Rica, meant Brazil finished top of Group E on seven points, two ahead of the Swiss who will face Sweden in the last 16.
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Maradona appears to need assistance at Argentina match – video
Argentine media, including newspaper La Nacion, said Maradona was treated for low blood pressure in the stadium and was able to leave normally shortly afterwards.
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Argentina strike late to advance to World Cup knockout stages
Nigeria were just minutes away from progressing before central defender Rojo superbly volleyed home a Gabriel Mercado cross from the right.
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Portugal survive scare against Iran to make knockouts
Portugal were left to rue the missed penalty by their most prolific scorer in the 53rd minute after Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand pulled off a heroic save to deny them a 2-0 lead.
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Nervy Spain snatch late draw with Morocco to top group
Spain took top spot from Portugal on goals scored after the European champions were held to a 1-1 draw by Iran.
