FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Dutch Have Easier Draw Than in 2014, Says Louis Van Gaal
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Dutch Have Easier Draw Than in 2014, Says Louis Van Gaal

News 18  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said that the Dutch had received a kinder World Cup draw than their last appearance in the finals in 2014. “It is a better draw than 2014, but that means nothing,” the Dutch coach told the NOS public broadcaster. “We will still prepare ourselves well.” Van Gaal, who stirred controversy this month when he said it was “ridiculous” to hold the World Cup in Qatar, had predicted before the draw that the Dutch would face the host nation. “They will analyse our opponents and until now they have done fantastic work.” Van Gaal has accused FIFA of taking the tournament to Qatar for “money and commercial interests”, adding: “That is the main motive of FIFA.” Read all the Latest Sports News and Breaking News here

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Spain drawn against the Netherlands in Nations League quarterfinals. France paired with Croatia
1 month ago

Spain drawn against the Netherlands in Nations League quarterfinals. France paired with Croatia

Associated Press  

NYON, Switzerland — Two rematches of recent World Cup finals were served up Friday in the draw for the quarterfinals of the UEFA Nations League. Spain, the 2010 World Cup winner, was drawn against the Netherlands and 2018 world champion France was paired with Croatia in the two-leg quarterfinals in March. France won that World Cup final 4-2 in Moscow …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Quarterfinals: Full list of results updated after ENG vs FRA, matches, scores, goalscorers
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Quarterfinals: Full list of results updated after ENG vs FRA, matches, scores, goalscorers

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinal stage kicked off on Friday, December 9, with Brazil having taken on Croatia in the first match. The action-packed last-eight stage will Old rivals England and France face each other on the second day. Morocco, fourth African team ever to make the QF, will lock horns with Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal. Quarterfinal fixtures and results …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Who will Netherlands play in the quarterfinals?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Who will Netherlands play in the quarterfinals?

The Hindu  

Netherlands became the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals after it beat the United States of America 3-1 at the Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday. After missing on the 2018 edition of the FIFA World Cup, Netherlands qualified as the topper from Group A, in Qatar, and will play the quarterfinal on December 10. …

Netherlands 3-1 USA round of 16 HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: All-round show from Dumfries sends Dutch team to quarterfinals
2 years ago

Netherlands 3-1 USA round of 16 HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: All-round show from Dumfries sends Dutch team to quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s HIGHLIGHTS of the FIFA World Cup 2022 round of 16 clash between Netherlands and USA. 69’ Dumfries with a cross from the right side of the USA box, Zimmerman clears it at the near post before it could reach Depay who was in position for a tap-in. READ: FIFA World Cup VAR, referee calls, controversies in Qatar …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off

News 18  

Australia take on Lionel Messi’s Argentina in a David v Goliath World Cup showdown while the United States look to ambush the Netherlands as the World Cup knockout rounds get under way on Saturday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Coach …

World Cup recap, day 10: US defeat Iran, England wallop Wales
2 years ago

World Cup recap, day 10: US defeat Iran, England wallop Wales

Al Jazeera  

On day 10 of the World Cup in Qatar, the much-anticipated showdown between the US and Iran saw the politics and controversy surrounding the match set aside as the two teams battled it out in a splendid display of football. Old rival England thrashed neighbouring Wales with a 3-0 defeat that sent the Welsh team out of their first World …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Down Qatar 2-0 to Progress to Knockout Round
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Down Qatar 2-0 to Progress to Knockout Round

News 18  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands ahead midway through the first half with his third goal in …

Netherlands beats Qatar 2-0 to seal FIFA World Cup knockout spot
2 years ago

Netherlands beats Qatar 2-0 to seal FIFA World Cup knockout spot

The Hindu  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands ahead midway through the first half with his third goal in as many matches and Frenkie de Jong doubled the advantage five minutes into the second half. The Netherlands is a three-time runner-up at the World …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Netherlands beats host Qatar 2-0 to reach World Cup knockouts
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Netherlands beats host Qatar 2-0 to reach World Cup knockouts

The Hindu  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. The Dutch advanced to the round of 16 while the Qataris, who were already eliminated, became the first host in the FIFA World Cup history to lose all three of its group matches. Cody Gakpo’s 26th-minute strike gave the Netherlands a …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Group A Qualification Scenario- Netherlands, Ecuador, Senegal Fate to go Down to the Wire
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Group A Qualification Scenario- Netherlands, Ecuador, Senegal Fate to go Down to the Wire

News 18  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar is closing in on the end of the group phases and mouth-watering contests await in the final round of the opening stages of the biggest tournament in world football. Group A, the one consisting of hosts Qatar, Netherlands, Senegal and Ecuador has thrown up a tight contest for the top two spots as …

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup
2 years ago

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is on the verge of reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup and an overwhelming favorite in its final Group A match on Tuesday against host nation Qatar. Van Gaal said before the World Cup that the Netherlands can win it all, although few see this as one of the country's best teams. If you say ‘well, …

FIFA World Cup Day 10 Highlights: England, USA through from Group B; Netherlands, Senegal qualify in Group A
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Day 10 Highlights: England, USA through from Group B; Netherlands, Senegal qualify in Group A

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s live updates from Day 10 of FIFA World Cup action. FOLLOW WALES VS ENGLAND LIVE Wales vs England lineups Wales: Ward, Williams, Ben Davies, Mepham, Rodon, Allen, Ramsey, Bale, James, Ampadu, Moore England: Pickford, Walker, Shaw, Rice, Stones, Maguire, Henderson, Kane, Rashford, Foden, Bellingham Iran vs USA FOLLOW IRAN VS USA MATCH LIVE The United States of …

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at Qatar WC
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at Qatar WC

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is on the verge of reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup and an overwhelming favorite in its final Group A match on Tuesday against host nation Qatar. Van Gaal said before the World Cup that the Netherlands can win it all, although few see this as one of the country’s best teams. Earlier this year the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Show's over already for host Qatar's World Cup team
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Show's over already for host Qatar's World Cup team

The Hindu  

The show is over already for the Qatar team, which was eliminated from the World Cup less than a week after it opened the tournament and launched the first version of soccer's biggest event in the Middle East. Becoming the quickest host nation team to depart the tournament in the 92-year history of the World Cup, Qatar can't qualify for …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Ecuador Hold Netherlands For 1-1 Draw; Hosts Qatar Crash Out of Tournament
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Ecuador Hold Netherlands For 1-1 Draw; Hosts Qatar Crash Out of Tournament

News 18  

Cody Gakpo scored again at the World Cup but the Netherlands missed the chance to secure a place in the last 16 on Friday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by a battling Ecuador, a result which eliminated host nation Qatar. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 …

Second successive loss puts hosts Qatar out of World Cup
2 years ago

Second successive loss puts hosts Qatar out of World Cup

Hindustan Times  

After successive defeats, Qatar’s World Cup campaign ended earlier than what the hosts would have wanted after Netherlands-Ecuador ended 1-1 taking both to four points. Senegal players celebrate after scoring a goal against Qatar at the FIFA World Cup 2022 Not since South Africa has the home country’s team taken the fastest way to exiting a competition that took years …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Senegal hand hosts Qatar their second straight defeat; will next face England
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Senegal hand hosts Qatar their second straight defeat; will next face England

India TV News  

Qatar fell to their second-straight loss at the World Cup as Senegal defeated them 3-1 on Friday. The Four Goals Striker Boulaye Dia drilled in that first goal after Qatar defender Boualem Khoukhi tried to make a clearance under no pressure, didn’t connect properly and landed on his backside. Qatar substitute Mohammed Muntari gave the hosts a glimmer of hope …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Knockout qualification awaits as England, Wales and Netherlands search for wins on Day 6
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Knockout qualification awaits as England, Wales and Netherlands search for wins on Day 6

India TV News  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 has reached matchday 2 as team like England, Wales and the Netherlands will now push for Round of 16 qualification as a crunch Super Saturday awaits in Qatar. Date: November 25, 2022 Kick-off: 3:30 PM IST Venue: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan Qatar vs Senegal Qatar let themselves down massively in their clash …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Sink Senegal 2-0 as Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen Strike
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Sink Senegal 2-0 as Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen Strike

News 18  

The Netherlands surprised Senegal with two quick goals in the second half of their opening match in Doha on Monday. The Dutch managed to emerge victorious in a tightly contested match as their African counterparts showed resilience through 90 minutes. Cody Gakpo scored towards the end of playtime while substitute Davy Klaassen netted home the second one in injury time …

Qatar World Cup squad 2022 guide: Players, odds, fixtures and more
2 years, 1 month ago

Qatar World Cup squad 2022 guide: Players, odds, fixtures and more

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. Run your finger through Qatar’s World Cup squad and even the most …

FIFA World Cup, Group A: Which two teams will be expected to qualify for round of 16
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup, Group A: Which two teams will be expected to qualify for round of 16

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 will see 32 teams battle it out for the trophy over 64 games beginning November 20 in Qatar. In Group A, Qatar is the lowest-ranked side in the World Cup but will have history on its side as the host at every World Cup but one has made it to the second round. Ecuador has shown …

Dutch footballers scrimmage with labor migrants in Qatar ahead of World Cup start
2 years, 1 month ago

Dutch footballers scrimmage with labor migrants in Qatar ahead of World Cup start

NL Times  

The Dutch national football team met with 20 migrant workers who helped build stadiums for the World Cup in Qatar on Thursday evening. ⚽️#NothingLikeOranje #FootballSupportsChange pic.twitter.com/G4Ts7fVP1R — OnsOranje November 17, 2022 Van Dijk added that he would have loved to meet with the migrant workers without all the cameras and press watching, so they could talk more in-depth and privately. …

They have the talent, but will the Dutch finally achieve the ultimate glory?
2 years, 1 month ago

They have the talent, but will the Dutch finally achieve the ultimate glory?

The Hindu  

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup all set to kick off in Qatar on November 20, The Hindu analyses the teams and groups. Qatar needs to get its act together if it does not wish to be clubbed with South Africa as the second host to be eliminated in the group league stage. With a relatively easy group stage, van …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands fans right to boycott Qatar tournament, says coach Louis van Gaal
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands fans right to boycott Qatar tournament, says coach Louis van Gaal

India Today  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal has said the Dutch fans who are planning to boycott the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar over human rights concerns are right in doing so. Only 3,000 Dutch fans are expected to travel to Qatar to support Virgil van Dijk's side during their World Cup campaign. Qatar has repeatedly denied allegations of exploitation of …

FIFA World Cup: The Netherlands Team Schedule Meeting with Migrant Workers in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: The Netherlands Team Schedule Meeting with Migrant Workers in Qatar

News 18  

The Netherlands football team will take time during their stay in Qatar to talk to migrants who helped build the stadiums for the World Cup, coach Louis van Gaal said on Friday. Van Gaal said the meeting with the migrants was meant to give attention to the often dire conditions under which stadiums and other infrastructure for the tournament were …

Can Netherlands exceed restrained expectations at World Cup 2022?
2 years, 1 month ago

Can Netherlands exceed restrained expectations at World Cup 2022?

Al Jazeera  

There is cautious optimism around this Dutch team after a string of impressive performances in the Nations League. Previous World Cup appearances: 10 Titles: 0 Best finish: Runners-up World Cup record: W27 D12 L11 Goals: 86 Biggest win: 5-0 vs South Korea Player to watch: Virgil van Dijk Ranking: 8 Fixtures: Senegal, Ecuador, Qatar As the Netherlands head to the …

KNVB discussing FIFA's call to focus on football, not human rights in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

KNVB discussing FIFA's call to focus on football, not human rights in Qatar

NL Times  

The Dutch football association KNVB will internally discuss the letter that the global federation FIFA sent to the 32 countries participating in the World Cup this week. FIFA called on the participants to focus on football at the World Cup in Qatar and not to participate in “ideological and political battles that exist in the world.” A spokesperson for the …

Fifa World Cup final draw: Here's a group-wise guide for Qatar 2022 and tournament schedule
2 years, 2 months ago

Fifa World Cup final draw: Here's a group-wise guide for Qatar 2022 and tournament schedule

Scroll  

Former winners Germany and Spain will clash early in the World Cup finals in Qatar after being placed in the same group while the coaches of bitter geopolitical rivals United States and Iran vowed to put animosity aside when their sides meet. Group E: Spain, Play-off winner, Germany, Japan Spain against Germany on November 27 is the tie of the …

'My team is not 100 percent yet': Van Gaal
2 years, 6 months ago

'My team is not 100 percent yet': Van Gaal

NL Times  

Despite a convincing 1-4 victory away against Belgium, the second-highest ranked national team in the world, Dutch men’s football manager Louis van Gaal has claimed that there is more to come from his Netherlands side. But we did for a long period: we are getting closer to the 100 percent,” he said after the Nations League match at King Baudouin …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: Group guide
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: Group guide

The Hindu  

Group A — Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands The first match of the 2022 World Cup will be played by this group with host Qatar taking on Ecuador at the Al Bayt Stadium. The group has three-time World Cup finalist, Netherlands, and the winner of the African Cup of Nations 2021, Senegal, in which Liverpool teammates Sadio Mane and Virgil Van …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group G: What to expect from Brazil with Cameroon and Switzerland in pool?
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group G: What to expect from Brazil with Cameroon and Switzerland in pool?

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup’s Group G will see the Samba Boys, Brazil in action as the five-time World Cup Champion begins its campaign in Qatar. Manager: Tite Brazil’s World Cup record — Serbia Serbia has been on a brilliant run in the European Qualifiers, with an eight-match unbeaten run, pushing Portugal into the playoffs and earning automatic qualification. Manager: Murat Yakin …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A: What to expect with Netherlands and Senegal in pool
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A: What to expect with Netherlands and Senegal in pool

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A has shaped up as a tough pool after the draw, with Senegal, the recently crowned champion of Africa and European football powerhouse, Netherlands in the same pool. Manager: Felix Sanchez Qatar's World Cup record: N/A Ecuador This will be Ecuador’s fourth World Cup appearance in its history, with its last appearance coming in 2014. …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draw schedule, Group, Match Dates, Time and final & everything you need to know
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draw schedule, Group, Match Dates, Time and final & everything you need to know

Firstpost  

Full schedule of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar from November 21-December 18 Lionel Messi possibly facing Robert Lewandowski, Spain definitely playing Germany, and Luis Suárez handed a rematch against old foe Ghana. The draw on Friday for the World Cup group stage set up some intriguing prospects, with host Qatar playing Ecuador on the Nov. 21 opening day …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France gets a comfortable draw; Spain, Germany in same group
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France gets a comfortable draw; Spain, Germany in same group

The Hindu  

Defending champion France has been placed in a relatively easy group for the FIFA World Cup 2022, alongside Denmark, Tunisia and the Inter-confederation playoffs winner. Fan favourite and UEFA Euro 2020 runner-up England received a favourable draw, placed with Iran, USA, and the European playoff winner in Group ‘B’. A potential banana skin could be Gareth Bale’s Wales, if it …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Germany to Face Spain in the Group Stage With 'Negative Memories' of Friendly Rout
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Germany to Face Spain in the Group Stage With 'Negative Memories' of Friendly Rout

News 18  

Four-time champions Germany and 2010 winners Spain are set to collide in Qatar after being drawn to meet in the same group at the World Cup finals. “They are all serious opponents, we will have to be on our toes.” Germany crashed out of the group stages at the 2018 World Cup and lost to England in the last 16 …

World Cup 2022 Draw: Spain, Germany in Group E; Argentina paired with Poland and Mexico in Group C
2 years, 8 months ago

World Cup 2022 Draw: Spain, Germany in Group E; Argentina paired with Poland and Mexico in Group C

The Hindu  

Defending champion France has been placed in a relatively easy group for the FIFA World Cup 2022, alongside Denmark, Tunisia and the Inter-continental playoffs winner. Fan favourite and UEFA Euro 2020 runner-up England received a favourable draw, placed with Iran, USA, and the European playoff winner in Group ‘B’. USA’s two-time Women's World Cup winner Carli Lloyd, former England player …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group of Death: Spain to face Germany, Messi up against Lewandowski
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group of Death: Spain to face Germany, Messi up against Lewandowski

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 will see two high-voltage fixtures in the group with Spain locking horns against Germany in Group E and Lionel Messi's Argentina facing Poland's Robert Lewandowski in Qatar. The 2010 World Champion and the 2014 World Champion have locked horns four times in the past, in the World Cup and Germany has lost just once, won two …

Explained: From qualified teams to pots, a detailed look at FIFA World Cup 2022 draw
2 years, 8 months ago

Explained: From qualified teams to pots, a detailed look at FIFA World Cup 2022 draw

Firstpost  

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup draw that takes place in Doha, Qatar on Friday, we look at the seedings of the various teams and other key information pertaining to the event. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup draw that takes place later on Friday, we look at the seedings of the various teams and other key information pertaining to …

Teams, pots, groups: The Qatar 2022 World Cup draw explained
2 years, 8 months ago

Teams, pots, groups: The Qatar 2022 World Cup draw explained

Al Jazeera  

Twenty-nine participants, including the hosts, have already been confirmed, while the remaining three will be finalised by June this year. Argentina Belgium Brazil Cameroon Canada Croatia Denmark Ecuador England France Germany Ghana Iran Japan Mexico Morocco Netherlands Poland Portugal Qatar Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia South Korea Spain Switzerland Tunisia Uruguay USA How does the seeding and pots work? The teams …

World Cup draw: Qatar to take on Ecuador in tournament opener
2 years, 8 months ago

World Cup draw: Qatar to take on Ecuador in tournament opener

Al Jazeera  

Draw, that took place in Doha on Friday, also pits Iran against USA; Spain will take on Germany in Group E. Hosts Qatar were drawn to take on Ecuador in the opening match of the World Cup 2022. The World Cup takes place across eight stadiums in Qatar from November 21 to December 18. Spain will take on Germany in …

Qatar 2022 World Cup draw: As it happened
2 years, 8 months ago

Qatar 2022 World Cup draw: As it happened

Al Jazeera  

The draw took place in Qatar’s capital Doha. Draw takes place at 7pm on Friday Twenty-nine of the 32 teams confirmed Three remaining slots to be confirmed by June World Cup to take place from November 21 to December 18 1 Apr 2022 - 17:54 GMT Right, Qatar will take on Ecuador on November 21, that’s confirmed. Hayya Hayya is …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: A detailed look at the seedings
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: A detailed look at the seedings

Firstpost  

There will be eight groups of four teams; teams from the same confederation will be kept apart in each of the eight groups with the exception of UEFA, which is represented by 13 teams. Five out of the eight groups will therefore have two European teams. Seedings for Friday’s World Cup finals draw in Doha ahead of the tournament in …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: How it works, pots, teams qualified, rules, streaming info
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: How it works, pots, teams qualified, rules, streaming info

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 will be the first World Cup in the middle-east and the last one with 32 countries, with FIFA planning to expand the tournament to 48 nations from 2026. The FIFA World Cup 2022 draw will be telecast on Network 18 and will be available on the OTT platform Voot as well as Jio TV. Host …

FIFA World Cup 2022: World football body, Qatar prepare for unprecedented finals draw
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: World football body, Qatar prepare for unprecedented finals draw

Firstpost  

A World Cup like no other in its 92-year history will take shape this week at an unprecedented tournament draw that will take place at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center on 1 April, 2022 Doha: A World Cup like no other in its 92-year history will take shape this week at an unprecedented tournament draw. When FIFA and host …

Cafu, Matthäus amongst illustrious assistants for Qatar World Cup draw
2 years, 8 months ago

Cafu, Matthäus amongst illustrious assistants for Qatar World Cup draw

The Hindu  

Former world cup winners, Cafu of Brazil and Lothar Matthäus of Germany, will team up with six more assistants for the final FIFA World Cup draw on Friday to reveal the groups for the 2022 edition. The full line-up of assistants will also include Ali Daei, Bora Milutinović, Jay-Jay Okocha, Rabah Madjer and Tim Cahill with the host country Qatar …

FIFA, Qatar prepare for unprecedented World Cup finals draw
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA, Qatar prepare for unprecedented World Cup finals draw

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — A World Cup like no other in its 92-year history will take shape this week at an unprecedented tournament draw. When FIFA and host nation Qatar stage the draw ceremony show Friday, three of the 32 entries will be placeholders because the three-year qualifying program was delayed and is still ongoing. One of the balls being drawn …

FIFA, Qatar prepare for unprecedented World Cup finals draw
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA, Qatar prepare for unprecedented World Cup finals draw

The Hindu  

A World Cup like no other in its 92-year history will take shape this week at an unprecedented tournament draw. When FIFA and host nation Qatar stage the draw ceremony show on Friday, three of the 32 entries will be placeholders because the three-year qualifying program was delayed and is still ongoing. It means 37 nations will be involved on …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Hosts Qatar hit back at 'ridiculous' attack by Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal
2 years, 9 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Hosts Qatar hit back at 'ridiculous' attack by Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal

Firstpost  

Van Gaal said this week that it was “ridiculous” for the World Cup to be held in Qatar and that FIFA had only been motivated by money. Doha: Qatar’s top World Cup organiser has hit back at Louis van Gaal for criticising the decision to hold the event in the Gulf state, saying the Netherlands coach has failed to understand …

Dutch coach van Gaal criticises hosting World Cup in Qatar
2 years, 9 months ago

Dutch coach van Gaal criticises hosting World Cup in Qatar

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said it was ridiculous that this year’s World Cup was being played in Qatar, accusing FIFA of taking the tournament to the Middle East emirate for money and commercial reasons. Van Gaal said the world football governing body's reasons for awarding the finals to Qatar, where his side will be competing at the Nov. 21-Dec. …

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