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Portugal edge Ghana as Ronaldo sets another record
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at five World Cups on Thursday when he scored the opening goal from the penalty spot in Portugal’s 3-2 win over Ghana. The 37-year-old set the record when he smashed home his spot-kick in the 65th minute at the 974 Stadium in Doha to send Fernando Santos’ team to a victory which…
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Stunning comeback help Japan earn shock 2-1 victory over Germany
A stunning late comeback from Japan saw four-time winners Germany fall to a shock defeat in their opening World Cup game in Qatar. Germany dominated a frenetic match for large spells but failed to capitalise on their pressure – before Japan caused the Khalifa International Stadium to erupt into a mix of celebration and surprise. Substitute Takuma Asano squeezed in…
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Morocco, Croatia play out third World Cup stalemate
World Cup 2018 runners-up Croatia made a frustrating start to their Group F campaign as a resolute Morocco secured a 0-0 draw in Al Khor. It was the third goalless draw at this winter’s tournament in the space of 24 hours, and chances were at a premium with both defences on top. Indeed, three of the last four games at…
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Guardiola signs two-year Manchester City contract extension
Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at Manchester City until 2025. Guardiola’s existing deal at the Etihad Stadium expires at the end of the season. Following the announcement, Guardiola said: “This is just the confirmation of how comfortable we are, the club and myself, again, like signing at the beginning. I cannot say thank…
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World Cup: France come from goal down to defeat Australia 4-1
Reigning champions France recovered from an early Australia goal to win 4-1 as they began their World Cup defence in style in Qatar. On a day that began with one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history, Didier Deschamps’ side risked going the same way that Argentina had against Saudi Arabia when Craig Goodwin put Australia ahead inside the…
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United, Ronaldo terminate contract by mutual consent
Cristiano Ronaldo has left Manchester United by mutual consent following his explosive interview with Piers Morgan. United issued a 67-word statement on Tuesday evening announcing they had reached a mutual agreement with the 37-year-old forward to terminate his contract. In the interview on TalkTV – aired in two parts on Wednesday and Thursday last week – Ronaldo said he felt…
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World Cup: Saudi Arabia upset Argentina in 2-1 victory
Saudi Arabia produced one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history as Salem Al-Dawsari’s stunning solo effort secured a 2-1 victory over Argentina in Group C at the Lusail Iconic Stadium. Time stood still as Al-Dawsari plucked the ball out from the sky and turned inside two Argentina defenders before curling his finish beyond the reach of Aston Villa…
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England thump Iran 6-2 in World Cup group opener
England got their World Cup campaign in Qatar off to a flying start as Gareth Southgate’s side roared to a 6-2 victory against Iran Jude Bellingham’s first goal for England got things under way for the Three Lions before strikes from Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling saw them race into a three-goal lead at the interval. England added to their…
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World Cup beer going to waste after Qatari royals’ booze ban
Thousands of Budweiser beer cans have been left piled up at a warehouse after the 11th hour decision to ban the sale of alcohol in stadiums. The beverage giant had been announced as one of the sponsors for the tournament, and had been granted a monopoly to sell beer at the grounds, but it is now only able to sell…
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Ecuador beat hosts Qatar 2-0 in World Cup opener
Qatar became the first host nation to lose the opening game of a World Cup as Ecuador kicked off the tournament with a dominant 2-0 victory thanks to Enner Valencia’s double. After months of controversy leading up to the tournament, focus turned to matters on the pitch as Qatar 2022 began, but there was no respite on the pitch for…
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