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Qatar official labels Van Gaal ignorant over WC criticisms

The Netherlands boss, whose team has qualified for the finals, is an outspoken opponent of Qatar's position as hosts

Egypt vs Senegal: World Cup play-off live stream & TV channel

The Pharaohs and Lions of Teranga last met in the Africa Cup of Nations final, with a spot at a major showpiece in Qatar now up for grabs

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Ghana vs Nigeria: World Cup play-off live stream & TV channel

Two heavyweight nations are set to lock horns in pursuit of a place at a major showpiece in Qatar, but only one can prevail

Which are Africa’s greatest World Cup teams?

These continental sides left an indelible mark in the world’s biggest tournament

FIFA signs cryptocurrency sponsorship deal for Qatar 2022

The football governing body has announced a partnership with Crypto.com ahead of the tournament this year

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Mane-Salah showdown shows why World Cup must expand

By the end of this international break, we will know most of the teams playing at Qatar 2022 and some of the game's biggest stars are set to miss out

Why is Marcus Rashford not in the England squad?

The Red Devils forward has 46 international caps to his name, but he has been overlooked in Gareth Southgate’s latest selection

'I want to play at the 2022 World Cup' - Arsenal's NXGN star Flores

The 18-year-old forward is already a full international having impressed at youth level in north London, leading to him training with the first team

Ronaldo ready to 'fight' for what could be his last World Cup

The Manchester United superstar is away on international duty as his country prepares to take part in the play-offs for Qatar 2022

Van Gaal slams 'bullsh*t' FIFA for holding World Cup in Qatar

The Netherlands boss says money and commercial interests are the real reasons behind Qatar getting the hosting rights

England announce call-up replacements after injury woes

Ahead of friendlies with Switzerland and Ivory Coast, Gareth Southgate has handed call-ups to a quartet of players

Emmanuel Amuneke & Africa’s true big game players

Which of the continent’s stars did some of their best work on the biggest occasions?

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Richarlison dedicated to 'loving' Everton amid relegation concerns

Amid a torrid season on Merseyside, the playmaker believes that the club, under Frank Lampard, can engineer a reversal of fortunes

Richarlison: I may not be the best, but I give my life for Brazil

Back in the Selecao fold, the Toffees star has spoken of his love for the national badge while speculating on who could stand in their way this year

Balotelli dropped from Italy squad for Qatar 2022 play-offs

Having been recalled for a training camp in January, the forward has not made the cut for this month's crunch clashes

Gazza: Release date & how to watch documentary

An enigmatic character illuminated English football during his playing days and remains a popular subject matter long after hanging up his boots

Which clubs have provided the most England players?

Only the best of the best get to represent their country at senior level, but which domestic teams have delivered the deepest talent pools?

Russia's World Cup play-off ban appeal rejected by CAS

The country were kicked out of Qatar 2022 last month amid their ongoing military conflict with Ukraine

Blatter slams 'rude and disrespectful' FIFA president Infantino

The former chief has criticised his successor and insists the governing body is not rife with corruption

When will Russian teams return to FIFA & UEFA competitions?

Sanctions have been imposed by the governing bodies of world and European football which prevent participation in major tournaments

World Cup 2022 play-offs: Fixtures, dates & TV

The race to Qatar is well and truly on, with a number of leading sides looking to fill the final three spots available to European nations

FIFA to meet with Amnesty International over World Cup workers

World football’s governing body is ready to address reports of unfit conditions being endured by those working on stadiums for the showpiece event

Reyna fit in USMNT boost ahead of World Cup qualifiers

In what will be a major boost for Gregg Berhalter, the teenager looks set to be ready to face Mexico, Panama and Costa Rica at the end of the month

Italy legend Buffon denies World Cup 2022 rumours

The veteran shot-stopper has moved to close down talk he could be set for an Azzurri comeback

Mexico's 2026 World Cup hosting was at 'risk' after fan violence

Saturday's match at La Corregidora stadium had to be abandoned after 63 minutes amid disturbing scenes that saw fans rioting

Scotland’s World Cup play-off with Ukraine postponed

FIFA has taken the decision to delay the fixture that had been due to take place at Hampden Park on March 24

USMNT's McKennie to miss rest of Juventus' season

Bianconeri boss Massimiliano Allegri has revealed that the United States international will not figure again in the 2021-22 campaign

Ceferin and UEFA to postpone Ukraine-Scotland play-off

The nation had asked for a postponement amid the current Ukraine-Russia crisis and look set to be handed a postponement until the summer

'North Korea wanted me to fix World Cup draw!'

The Swede received the unusual request when he was working for Notts County

Will FIFA ban Russia from World Cup 2022?

Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, international pressure has mounted on sporting bodies to act

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