FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Syria, Japan secure victories to make it to next round
3 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Syria, Japan secure victories to make it to next round

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Syria’s seventh win in as many matches ensured they would be among the 12 teams competing in the next phase of qualifying for four confirmed spots from Asia in next year’s tournament in Qatar. Doha: Syria joined Japan in the third round of World Cup qualifying from Asia after a first-half double by Mardak Mardikian helped them beat Guam 3-0 and confirm their top position in Group A on Monday. Minamino levels Honda Earlier in the day, Japan conceded their first goal of World Cup qualifying but still recovered to beat Tajikistan 4-1. Takumi Minamino put Japan back in front, extending his scoring streak to a seventh straight World Cup qualifier.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin

The Hindu  

Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team’s shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup. Marselino Ferdinan struck twice against the Herve Renard-coached Saudis to secure his country’s first win in the third phase of the continent’s qualifiers, boosting their hopes of an appearance …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in its Asian qualifying group. READ | England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley The Portsmouth forward opened the …

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
1 month ago

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

XIAMEN, China — Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in their Asian qualifying group. Zaid Al Qanbar opened the scoring after 12 minutes though Son Heung-min soon found the target to keep …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification

The Hindu  

Japan thrashed Indonesia 4-0 in Jakarta on Friday as Hajime Moriyasu’s relentless side moved seven points clear at the top of Group C of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers and another step closer to an automatic finals spot. An own goal from Justin Hubner 10 minutes before the interval gave the Japanese the lead before strikes from Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa …

China edges Bahrain in FIFA World Cup qualifier on striker Zhang's late winner
1 month, 1 week ago

China edges Bahrain in FIFA World Cup qualifier on striker Zhang's late winner

China Daily  

Zhu Chenjie of China vies for the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers Group C match between China and Bahrain in Riffa, Bahrain, Nov 14, 2024. RIFFA, Bahrain -- Zhang Yuning scored a late winner as China edged Bahrain 1-0 away here on Thursday, clinching the second consecutive win in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World …

China edges Bahrain in FIFA World Cup qualifier on striker Zhang's late winner
1 month, 1 week ago

China edges Bahrain in FIFA World Cup qualifier on striker Zhang's late winner

China Daily  

Zhu Chenjie of China vies for the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers Group C match between China and Bahrain in Riffa, Bahrain, Nov 14, 2024. RIFFA, Bahrain -- Zhang Yuning scored a late winner as China edged Bahrain 1-0 away here on Thursday, clinching the second consecutive win in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World …

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will return from November 14 onwards in this international break, with fixtures from Matchday 5 and 6 taking place. The top two teams in each of the three groups will earn direct berths for the quadrennial football showpiece, while the third and fourth place teams will advance …

Two Own-Goals See 1-1 Draw in Asia World Cup Qualifiers
2 months, 1 week ago

Two Own-Goals See 1-1 Draw in Asia World Cup Qualifiers

Associated Press  

Two own-goals saw the points shared between Japan and Australia in Asian World Cup qualifying. Japan, which has appeared at every World Cup since 1998, attacked from the beginning but struggled to create clear chances despite the majority of possession. Australia stunned the hosts by taking the lead after 58 minutes with a goal that came out of nothing. Keito …

Australia and China Seek First Wins in Third Round of Asian World Cup Qualifying
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia and China Seek First Wins in Third Round of Asian World Cup Qualifying

Associated Press  

Australia and China battle for first wins in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying. Australia sits fifth in Group C with one point, while China is sixth and last after losing both matches. Both teams seek their first World Cup appearances in the third round. Japan and South Korea meet in the top group, while China and Australia clash …

Australia held to 0-0 draw by Indonesia in World Cup qualifying and China loses to Saudi Arabia
3 months, 1 week ago

Australia held to 0-0 draw by Indonesia in World Cup qualifying and China loses to Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Australia’s stuttering start to the third round of World Cup qualifying hit another bump Tuesday with a 0-0 draw against Indonesia in Jakarta. The result follows a 1-0 loss at home to Bahrain last week and leaves the Socceroos still without a goal in Group C as they aim for a sixth successive World Cup appearance. China …

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers

China Daily  

Wataru Endo of Japan celebrates with teammates after scoring during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and Japan in Saitama, Japan, Sept 5, 2024. TOKYO - China's national team suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat to Japan on Thursday in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers third round opener. The third round of the Asian qualifiers …

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — Australia fell to a shock 1-0 loss to Bahrain at home in the opening game of the third round of Asian World Cup qualifying on Thursday. South Korea last missed out on the World Cup in 1982 and got off to a poor start in Group B due to the Palestinians. South Korea missed chance after …

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia will face each other in the third round of Asia’s World Cup qualification for a third cycle in a row following Thursday’s draw in Kuala Lumpur. The top two from each of the three groups of six will qualify for the World Cup, while the six teams that finish third and …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup
6 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup

The Hindu  

It’s the final matchday of the second round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2026 as lot of sides will be giving one last push to make it to the third round. FOLLOW: LIVE updates of the Qatar vs India FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier The Blue Tigers have to at least juice out a draw against the mighty …

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games

The Hindu  

Uzbekistan and Japan on Monday secured two of Asia’s three berths at this year’s Olympic Games football tournament with wins over Indonesia and Iraq respectively at the Under-23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Husain Norchaev put Timur Kapadze’s side in front with a volleyed finish from close range in the 68th minute before Pratama Arhan’s late own goal confirmed Uzbekistan’s progress …

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification
8 months ago

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Indonesia heads into its quarterfinal match against South Korea at the Under-23 Asian Cup with a chance to move a step closer to its first-ever Olympic appearance. We want to be in the semifinals,” said Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong, who was in charge of South Korea at the 2018 World Cup and will now try to prevent …

Olyroos miss out on Paris Olympic Games qualification after 0-0 draw with Qatar at Under-23 Asian Cup
8 months ago

Olyroos miss out on Paris Olympic Games qualification after 0-0 draw with Qatar at Under-23 Asian Cup

ABC  

In short: Australia's men's under-23 team failed to score a goal in their Asian Cup campaign, meaning they fail to qualify for the Olympic Games. Australia's men's under-23 team failed to score a goal in their Asian Cup campaign, meaning they fail to qualify for the Olympic Games. The Olyroos drew 0-0 with hosts Qatar, but even if they had …

Japan advances in World Cup qualifying with forfeit win over N.Korea
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan advances in World Cup qualifying with forfeit win over N.Korea

The Hindu  

Japan has been declared the winner of its cancelled World Cup qualifying match against North Korea by forfeit, the sport’s global governing body told the Japan Football Association on Saturday. “The FIFA disciplinary committee informed us of its decision to forfeit this match as a 0-3 defeat for North Korea,” the JFA said in a statement. Japan beat North Korea …

Japan to advance in World Cup qualifying after N. Korea game cancelled
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Japan to advance in World Cup qualifying after N. Korea game cancelled

The Hindu  

Japan look poised to reach the final stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup without kicking a ball after FIFA said their match at North Korea will not be rescheduled. North Korea was supposed to stage the qualifier on Tuesday in the capital Pyongyang but five days before the game, officials abruptly said the isolated country could not play …

FIFA World Cup Qualifier: India, Afghanistan play out goalless draw
9 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifier: India, Afghanistan play out goalless draw

Firstpost  

India climbed to second spot in Group A of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers with four points from three matches, followed by Kuwait, who are on three points. India and Afghanistan settled for a 0-0 draw after failing to convert opportunities into goals in a Group A fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in Abha, Saudi Arabia on Thursday. …

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match

Hindustan Times  

Japan maintained its pursuit of a record-extending fifth Asian Cup title on Wednesday by advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 win against Bahrain. Hong Kong's Everton Camargo, left, and Iran's Milas Mohammadikeshmarzi vie for the ball during the Asian Cup Group C soccer match between Hong Kong and Iran at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar The pre-tournament favorite …

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Japan maintained its pursuit of a record-extending fifth Asian Cup title on Wednesday by advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 win against Bahrain. Goals from Ritsu Doan, Takefusa Kubo and Ayase Ueda secured Japan’s place in the last eight, while Zion Suzuki’s own goal was the only consolation for Bahrain. Iran booked its place in the …

Australia beats India 2-0 in the Asian Cup after goals from Irvine and Bos
11 months, 1 week ago

Australia beats India 2-0 in the Asian Cup after goals from Irvine and Bos

Associated Press  

AL RAYYAN, Qatar — Australia is up and running at the Asian Cup after second-half goals from Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos broke India’s resistance and secured a 2-0 win on Saturday. “We have our standards and I have high expectations of the players and their performances and those expectations and standards need to be met.” Australia dominated the Group …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A

The Hindu  

India suffered a 3-0 loss against Qatar in their second match of the second round FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers, moving it to down to third in Group A with three points from two matches. India is drawn in Group A, with Kuwait, Afghanistan and Qatar. Group A standings: Position Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar thrash India to record 3-0 win in crucial game in Bhubaneshwar
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar thrash India to record 3-0 win in crucial game in Bhubaneshwar

India TV News  

Qatar proved their superiority and higher ranking with an easy 0-3 win against India in their second FIFA World Cup 2026 Round 2 Qualifier game on Tuesday, November 21. India head coach Igor Stimac started without a star midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad and the no.1 Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, who famously turned out as a hero when both teams last faced …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal

India TV News  

Team India kicked off their second-round campaign in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers with a 1-0 win against Kuwait, their first against the Middle East nation this year, following Manvir Singh's sole goal in the second half at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City on Thursday, November 16. Kuwait didn't let the Blue Tigers off the …

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich
1 year, 1 month ago

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich

The Hindu  

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying in the Asia groups and avoid another tricky route to the 2026 finals in North America after needing to grind to reach Qatar and Russia, defender Aziz Behich said. The expanded 48-team World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico means Asia will have eight teams able to qualify directly in 2026, …

Men’s Asian Hockey 5s WC Qualifiers: India beats Malaysia 7-5 and Japan 35-1 to enter semifinals
1 year, 3 months ago

Men’s Asian Hockey 5s WC Qualifiers: India beats Malaysia 7-5 and Japan 35-1 to enter semifinals

The Hindu  

India mauled Japan 35-1 after beating Malaysia 7-5 to enter the semifinals of the men’s Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifiers here on Thursday. With two wins on the day, India finished second in the Elite pool table with 12 points, and earned a direct qualification for the semifinals. In its first match of the day, India won a closely-contested …

Australia advances at Basketball World Cup as France salvages pride
1 year, 3 months ago

Australia advances at Basketball World Cup as France salvages pride

The Hindu  

Australia beat Japan to battle into the next round of the Basketball World Cup on Tuesday, while Germany, the Dominican Republic, Lithuania and Canada all advanced with perfect records. “I’m happy to move to this next stage with this group because I think we’re getting better as the tournament goes on,” he said. That's a wrap for the First Round …

US pulls off big rally and tops Germany 99-91 in final World Cup tuneup. Edwards scores 34
1 year, 4 months ago

US pulls off big rally and tops Germany 99-91 in final World Cup tuneup. Edwards scores 34

Associated Press  

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — USA Basketball dug deep to head to the World Cup with an unbeaten exhibition record. Anthony Edwards scored 34 points, Austin Reaves and Tyrese Haliburton each added 16 off the bench and the U.S. rallied from a 16-point second-half deficit to beat Germany 99-91 on Sunday night in its final tuneup game before heading …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023, hockey: Japan keeps semis qualification chances alive with win against China
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023, hockey: Japan keeps semis qualification chances alive with win against China

The Hindu  

Japan beat China 2-1 in its final pool game but the result may not be enough for it to earn an Asian Champions Trophy semifinal berth. Shota Yamada and Kentaro Fukuda’s goals here at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium on Wednesday gave Japan its first win of the tournament but a late goal conceded meant it remained outside the top four …

China, Japan to meet in Women's Basketball Asia Cup final
1 year, 5 months ago

China, Japan to meet in Women's Basketball Asia Cup final

China Daily  

China beats hosts Australia 74-60 during the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup match at Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre in Sydney, Australia, on July 1, 2023. SYDNEY - World number two China overcame hosts Australia 74-60 on Saturday to set up a mouth-watering final against Japan at the FIBA Women's Basketball Asia Cup in Sydney. World number three Australia were …

China, Japan to meet in Women's Basketball Asia Cup final
1 year, 5 months ago

China, Japan to meet in Women's Basketball Asia Cup final

China Daily  

China beats hosts Australia 74-60 during the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup match at Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre in Sydney, Australia, on July 1, 2023. SYDNEY - World number two China overcame hosts Australia 74-60 on Saturday to set up a mouth-watering final against Japan at the FIBA Women's Basketball Asia Cup in Sydney. World number three Australia were …

China and Japan reach Women's Basketball Asia Cup semis
1 year, 5 months ago

China and Japan reach Women's Basketball Asia Cup semis

China Daily  

Han Xu of China in action during the FIBA Women's Asia Cup match between China and South Korea at Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre on Jun 28, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. SYDNEY - China and Japan recorded victories in contrasting styles on Wednesday to book semifinal spots at the FIBA Women's Basketball Asia Cup. China's third straight victory ensured they …

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands thrashes Chile 14-0 for new world record, Malaysia edges past New Zealand
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup: Netherlands thrashes Chile 14-0 for new world record, Malaysia edges past New Zealand

The Hindu  

Netherlands was expected to saunter to victory against Chile in its final Pool C match, and the Dutch duly obliged, registering a 14-0 win against the hapless South American debutant to finish on top of the pool. It only got better for the Dutch – and exponentially worse for Chile – who added six goals in the third quarter and …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Australia held to 3-3 draw by Argentina; Netherlands crush New Zealand
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Australia held to 3-3 draw by Argentina; Netherlands crush New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Three-time champions Australia and heavyweights Argentina played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup here on Monday. Three-time champions Australia and heavyweights Argentina played out a thrilling 3-3 draw Hayward Jeremy opened the scoring for Australia by converting a penalty corner in the ninth minute but Argentina's Domene Tomas restored parity in the 18th minute. …

Japan national team loses again in round of 16 at World Cup
2 years ago

Japan national team loses again in round of 16 at World Cup

Associated Press  

AL WAKRAH, Qatar — After making it back to the round of 16, Japan is headed back to the drawing board. The preparation for the next one starts today.” Japan scored first on Monday at Al Janoub Stadium, but Croatia got one back in the second half and sent the match to extra time. Drawn into a difficult group with …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Croatia beats Japan 3-1 in penalty shootout to reach quarterfinals
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Croatia beats Japan 3-1 in penalty shootout to reach quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic saved three spot-kicks as Croatia beat Japan 3-1 in a penalty shootout to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the third time after an enthralling 120-minute contest finished deadlocked at 1-1 on Monday. Daizen Maeda opened the scoring for Japan in the 43rd minute and Ivan Perisic headed the equaliser 10 minutes after the break but the …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Croatia defeat Japan on penalties to seal quarterfinals berth
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Croatia defeat Japan on penalties to seal quarterfinals berth

India TV News  

Croatia defeated Japan 3-1 on penalties in the first-ever shootout at the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Monday to advance to the quarterfinals. Interestingly, this was Croatia's third appearance in the round of 16 at the World Cup. Penalty shootout by Japan: 1st: Minamino missed penalty 2nd: Mitoma missed penalty 3rd: Asano scored penalty 4th: Yoshida missed penalty Penalty shootout …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Teams in round of 16, schedule and how it works
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Teams in round of 16, schedule and how it works

The Hindu  

In the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup, the teams will play each other only once, with the winning team going to the next round. Poland clinched a spot in the last 16 as runners-up of Group C after a win over Saudi Arabia, a draw with Mexico and a loss to Argentina. GROUP D: Reigning champions France delivered …

World Cup recap, Day 13: Cameroon beats Brazil, S Korea qualifies
2 years ago

World Cup recap, Day 13: Cameroon beats Brazil, S Korea qualifies

Al Jazeera  

Day 13 of the World Cup 2022 in Qatar was another filled with shock surprises for the world of football as Cameroon defeated Brazil – becoming the first African nation to do so. South Korea advanced on the tie-breaker of goals scored, pushing Uruguay into third place in one of the wildest finishes to a World Cup group stage in …

Why South Korea, not Uruguay, qualified for round of 16 at FIFA World Cup in Qatar
2 years ago

Why South Korea, not Uruguay, qualified for round of 16 at FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The Hindu  

South Korea and Uruguay both finished with four points at the end of group stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar. However, South Korea’s 2-1 win over group topper Portugal and Uruguay’s 2-0 victory against Ghana, which was second with three points before the match, tied the Asian and South American nations at four points. READ: FIFA World …

Japan break record for lowest possession recorded by a winning side at World Cup since 1966
2 years ago

Japan break record for lowest possession recorded by a winning side at World Cup since 1966

Daily Mail  

Japan shocked all in beating Germany and Spain to reach the last-16 of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar - and the stats have laid bare the remarkable nature of their achievement. Japan were forced - as they did against Germany - to sit in for large periods and contain Spain enjoyed lots of the ball and could have wrapped …

Watch: The Controversial Japan Goal That Dumped Germany Out From FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Watch: The Controversial Japan Goal That Dumped Germany Out From FIFA World Cup 2022

News 18  

Japan shocked the world with a stunning 2-1 win over former champions Spain at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar on Thursday. While the defeat didn’t do much damage to Spain as they progressed to the round-of-16 anyway but the result dumped out tournament favourites Germany from the competition who exited despite a 4-2 win over spirited Costa …

Japan World Cup 2022 squad guide: Last-16 draw, ones to watch, odds and more ahead of Croatia clash
2 years ago

Japan World Cup 2022 squad guide: Last-16 draw, ones to watch, odds and more ahead of Croatia clash

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Hajime Moriyasu’s team are looking to reach the last eight of the …

JPN 2-1 ESP HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup: Doan, Tanaka goals help Japan beat Spain, both reach round of 16
2 years ago

JPN 2-1 ESP HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup: Doan, Tanaka goals help Japan beat Spain, both reach round of 16

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the FIFA World Cup 2022 Group E clash between Japan and Spain from the Khalifa International Stadium. HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD FORM GUIDE Japan Lost 0-1 to Costa Rica Beat Germany 2-1 Lost 1-2 to Canada Drew 0-0 with Ecuador Beat USA 2-0 Spain Drew 1-1 with Germany Beat Costa Rica 7-0 Beat Jordan 3-1 Beat Portugal …

World Cup recap, day 11: Australia, Argentina make knockout stage
2 years ago

World Cup recap, day 11: Australia, Argentina make knockout stage

Al Jazeera  

There was celebration and disappointment aplenty on Wednesday as Australia beat Denmark 1-0 and Argentina won 2-0 against Poland. Day 11 of the World Cup in Doha saw wild celebrations as Australia made it to the tournament’s knockout stage for the first time since 2006, while Argentina cruised into the knockout round with a comfortable win over Poland. A goal …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Australia into last 16 of World Cup, beats Denmark 1-0
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Australia into last 16 of World Cup, beats Denmark 1-0

The Hindu  

Australia advanced to the round of 16 at the World Cup, beating favoured Denmark 1-0 on Wednesday on Mathew Leckie's 60th-minute goal. It is Australia's first time in the knockout stage since 2006, the only other time they advanced out of the group stage. Leckie took a pass just around the centre circle and moved in and around a Danish …

Fifa World Cup: Australia beat Denmark reach Round of 16, Tunisia shock FRA
2 years ago

Fifa World Cup: Australia beat Denmark reach Round of 16, Tunisia shock FRA

Business Standard  

Fifa World Cup Highlights: AUS vs DEN, FRA vs TUN Historic day for Australia as they qualified for the Round of 16 for only the second time in their World Cup history. Tunisia shocked France 1-0 Australia vs Denmark It is awinner takes it all in the Group D clash between Australia and Denmark at the Al Janoub Stadium in …

Data Point | Down the World Cup memory lane: When Asian, African and North American nations challenged the giants of football
2 years ago

Data Point | Down the World Cup memory lane: When Asian, African and North American nations challenged the giants of football

The Hindu  

Of the 488 countries that entered the group stages, 50% were from Europe, 18% from South America, while only 10% or less were from Africa, Asia and North America each On November 20, the 22nd edition of the FIFA World Cup kicked off in Qatar. In 1954, Turkey beat South Korea 7-0 to become the first Asian team to win …

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