Qatar 2022: When is Iran playing in the World cup, preview, team news, when, where to watch
2 years, 1 month ago

Qatar 2022: When is Iran playing in the World cup, preview, team news, when, where to watch

The Hindu  

Women’s rights are back in focus as Iran’s national football team prepares for the World Cup. One tabloid declared that England got a “dream World Cup draw” against Iran — and the United States. IRAN vs. USA Iran beat the United States 2-1 at the 1998 World Cup in France in one of the more memorable games in tournament history — mainly because of the political backdrop. Hamid Estili and Mehdi Mahdavikia scored before Brian McBride netted late for the United States in Iran’s first-ever World Cup victory. “We’re going to play against some of the best players in the world,” Queiroz said, “but we’re going to be ready for them.” Manager: Dragon Skocic Iran's World Cup record: Played Won Drew Lost GF GA 15 2 4 9 9 24

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WATCH: Almoez Ali scores the winner as Qatar down Iran to setup final against Jordan
10 months, 2 weeks ago

WATCH: Almoez Ali scores the winner as Qatar down Iran to setup final against Jordan

Firstpost  

Hosts and holders Qatar squeezed into an Asian Cup final showdown with Jordan after beating Iran 3-2 with an 82nd-minute winner in a frenetic semi-final on Wednesday. Sardour Azmoun gave Iran the lead in the fourth minute before Qatar equalised soon after when Jassem Gaber’s shot went in via a heavy deflection. Qatar’s Akram Afif then notched his fifth goal …

Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview

Al Jazeera  

Qatar prepare for ‘toughest test’ in their defence of the Asian Cup as they face Iran in the semifinal. Who: Iran vs Qatar What: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal When: Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 6pm Where: Al Thumama Stadium, Doha, Qatar Qatar coach Tintin Marquez Lopez says his side will face their “toughest test” in the defence of their Asian …

FIFA Women's WC 2023: United States advance to knockouts with draw against Portugal, coach Vlatko Andonovski under fire
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's WC 2023: United States advance to knockouts with draw against Portugal, coach Vlatko Andonovski under fire

Hindustan Times  

In the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, United States played a draw against Portugal in their final group stage match on Tuesday. United States' Lindsey Horan and Portugal's Kika Nazareth compete to head the ball during the Women's World Cup Group E soccer match between Portugal and the United States at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand, Tuesday, Aug. 1, …

FIFA World Cup: David Beckham says it has been a privilege to see the level of football in Qatar WC 2022
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: David Beckham says it has been a privilege to see the level of football in Qatar WC 2022

The Hindu  

David Beckham exudes a cool, James Bond-like vibe in his designer jacket worn over a white tee that hugs his toned torso. The team played with passion, with excitement, and people turned around to me and asked, “Are you shocked about the Morocco team going so far.” And at the start of the tournament, if you had said to me, …

Watch the five most memorable goals from Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Watch the five most memorable goals from Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022

The Hindu  

Acrobatic volleys, long-range piledrivers and sweeping team goals: AFP looks at some of the most memorable goals of the 2022 World Cup: Richarlison vs. Serbia, Group G Without a doubt, the most acrobatic goal of the tournament came after the Brazilian striker had already made his mark in Qatar by putting his team 1-0 up in their opening group game. …

FIFA World Cup: Messi to Mbappe, top 10 goal celebrations of Qatar 2022
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Messi to Mbappe, top 10 goal celebrations of Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The sport of football has often seen unique gestures when it comes to celebrations after a goal. Mitchell Duke vs Tunisia Australian forward Duke, after scoring a 23rd-minute header against Tunisia in a group D fixture, made a gesture with his fingers that initially seemed like a variation of video game Fortnite’s ‘Taking the L’ celebration. Lionel Messi vs Netherlands …

FIFA World Cup 2022: From Messi upset with referee to Ronaldo goal disallowed, top controversies in Qatar
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: From Messi upset with referee to Ronaldo goal disallowed, top controversies in Qatar

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup has historically had controversies in every edition of its 92-year-old history - be it Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ or England’s goal disallowed in 2010, in South Africa. Referee Antonio Mateu shows a yellow card to Lionel Messi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Netherlands and Argentina at Lusail Stadium. RELATED …

Messi and Argentina’s FIFA World Cup journey in Qatar in pictures
2 years ago

Messi and Argentina’s FIFA World Cup journey in Qatar in pictures

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is two matches away from living his World Cup dream. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates with teammates after scoring their team’s first goal from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group C match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s first goal during the …

FIFA World Cup semifinal: Most famous SF matches before Qatar 2022
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup semifinal: Most famous SF matches before Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup, the biggest prize in international football, sees the fight for the coveted crown get even tighter in every knockout stage. Before the two matches of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 are played between Argentina and Croatia, and France and Morocco, respectively, here are five of the most memorable semifinal fixtures played in the tournament: 2018 …

Biggest penalty misses at FIFA World Cup: From Baggio to Messi
2 years ago

Biggest penalty misses at FIFA World Cup: From Baggio to Messi

The Hindu  

England lost 1-2 to France in the last quarterfinal of th FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on Saturday after a costly penalty miss from striker and skipper Harry Kane. Here’s a look at some of the most shocking penalty misses in the history of FIFA World Cup:- Roberto Baggio vs Brazil - 1994 World Cup Final - Pasadena, USA FILE …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinal images: Emotions overflow as Argentina, France, Croatia and Morocco enter semifinal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinal images: Emotions overflow as Argentina, France, Croatia and Morocco enter semifinal

The Hindu  

When you realise it isn’t coming home. France's Olivier Giroud is now only a goal behind compatriot Kylian Mbappe on the Golden Boot leaderboard after his 78th minute scorcher against England. It became the only African team ever to come this far in the FIFA World Cup Morocco's Sofiane Boufal celebrated the epic win with his mother. A tussle broke …

FIFA World Cup: Role of goalkeepers in the quarterfinals
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Role of goalkeepers in the quarterfinals

The Hindu  

The Qatar World Cup 2022 is reaching its twilight. Dominik Livakovic of Croatia celebrates the win via a penalty shootout during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinal match between Croatia and Brazil at Education City Stadium on December 09, 2022, in Al Rayyan, Qatar. Emiliano Martinez of Argentina celebrates victory following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinal match …

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 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal

News 18  

Morocco head into Saturday’s last-eight clash with Portugal knowing they are only one step away from making history as Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists, but they face a buoyant opposition fresh from scoring six goals against Switzerland. “They love their country and what I can tell them is this — we can do nothing without them, I need them for …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals: Top five most-exciting QF clashes over the years
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals: Top five most-exciting QF clashes over the years

The Hindu  

The quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is set to begin on December 9, 2022. ‘Captain Netherlands’: Tim Krul saves a penalty kick by Michael Umana of Costa Rica to win in a shootout during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Quarter Final match. Uruguay vs Ghana – 2010, South Africa Though Uruguay and Ghana’s contest saw both …

FIFA World Cup: Morocco dump Spain out on penalties to reach quarters for first time
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Morocco dump Spain out on penalties to reach quarters for first time

Firstpost  

Pablo Sarabia, Carlos Soler, and Sergio Busquets missed their penalties for Spain, with Sarabia hitting the post and Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou stopping the other two. Doha: Achraf Hakimi struck the decisive penalty in a shootout to send Morocco into the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time on Tuesday as the African side stunned Spain after a goalless draw. …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes quarters as Morocco dares to dream
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes quarters as Morocco dares to dream

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo will aim to fire Portugal past Switzerland and into the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday as Morocco bid to derail Spain's bid for a second global crown. Just two last-eight slots remain to be filled in Qatar after five-time winners Brazil swatted aside South Korea 4-1 and 2018 finalists Croatia squeezed past Japan via a penalty shoot-out. Ronaldo's …

Recap: Portugal vs Switzerland – World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Recap: Portugal vs Switzerland – World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Portugal did not miss the benched Cristiano Ronaldo as they blasted past a Swiss team stuck in neutral. Portugal’s Goncalo Ramos scored three goals as his team thrashed Switzerland 6-1 to set up a quarter-final against Morocco in the 2022 Qatar World Cup. There was a balance to this Portugal team without the overbearing presence of their talismanic captain, who …

In videos, celebrations in Iran after FIFA world Cup loss to US. Here's why
2 years ago

In videos, celebrations in Iran after FIFA world Cup loss to US. Here's why

Hindustan Times  

People in Iran had an unusual reaction when their country's football team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2022 after losing to the United States. In videos shared widely on social media, numerous people were seen celebrating the moment of loss, some waving US flags while others burst crackers in celebration. FIFA World Cup: Christian Pulisic of the United …

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 …

USA edge Iran to qualify for knockout stage in World Cup
2 years ago

USA edge Iran to qualify for knockout stage in World Cup

China Daily  

Christian Pulisic of the US scores their first goal past Iran's Alireza Beiranvand during their Group B match at the FIFA World Cup at Al Thumama Stadium, Doha, Qatar, November 29, 2022. DOHA - Christian Pulisic's sole goal helped the United States beat Iran 1-0 and qualified for the last 16 in the 2022 FIFA World Cup at the Al …

FIFA Gives Verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's 'Header' in Bruno Fernandes' Goal Against Uruguay
2 years ago

FIFA Gives Verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's 'Header' in Bruno Fernandes' Goal Against Uruguay

News 18  

Portugal ensured qualification to the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar as the Iberians marched to a 2-0 win over Uruguay riding on a brace from Bruno Fernandes. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot With the game …

Who is the referee for the Iran vs USA match in FIFA World Cup?
2 years ago

Who is the referee for the Iran vs USA match in FIFA World Cup?

The Hindu  

The USA and Iran will take on each other in a high-voltage match at the Al Thumama Stadium in Qatar on Tuesday night. FOLLOW: IRAN VS USA LIVE SCORE, UPDATES FIFA WORLD CUP Ever since the draw in April, the Group B game between the USA and Iran has stood out as one of the highlights of FIFA World Cup …

World Cup 2022, day 10: The schedule, what’s at stake for teams
2 years ago

World Cup 2022, day 10: The schedule, what’s at stake for teams

Al Jazeera  

Looking ahead to World Cup action from Netherlands vs Qatar, Ecuador vs Senegal, Wales vs England, and Iran vs USA. The schedule: Netherlands vs Qatar : 6pm, Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor Ecuador vs Senegal : 6pm, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan Wales vs England : 10pm, Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan Iran vs USA : 10pm, Al Thumama …

World Cup 2022: Iran vs USA match preview
2 years ago

World Cup 2022: Iran vs USA match preview

Al Jazeera  

Only one of them can go through from Group B, in a football match that is inevitably being viewed through the prism of politics. Who: Iran vs USA Where: Al Thumama Stadium in Al Thumama, Qatar When: Tuesday, November 29 at 10pm FIFA ranking: Iran, USA A grudge match between Iran and the USA, two countries divided by politics and …

The Decision Against Iran That Could Determine America’s World Cup
2 years ago

The Decision Against Iran That Could Determine America’s World Cup

Slate  

It’s been tough to focus on the soccer for much of the buildup to the United States men’s national team’s decisive Group B closer against Iran Tuesday. His pass created Tim Weah’s goal against Wales, the only one the U.S. has scored at the 2022 World Cup. If he is healthy enough to play, and if he’s not really in …

FIFA World Cup highlights: Portugal, Brazil through to round of 16, Ronaldo goal controversy, Qatar 2022
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup highlights: Portugal, Brazil through to round of 16, Ronaldo goal controversy, Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s LIVE coverage of the build-up to matchday 9 of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. MATCH REPORT: FIFA World Cup 2022: Portugal qualifies for round of 16; joins France, Brazil HIGHLIGHTS: Portugal 2-0 Uruguay HIGHLIGHTS Brazil vs Switzerland Brazil joined France in the World Cup knockout rounds on a dramatic day of action in Qatar on …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes glory against Uruguay
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes glory against Uruguay

The Hindu  

Another game, another personal milestone. For all the turmoil that has surrounded Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of what is likely to be his final FIFA World Cup, the Portugal great continues to make his mark. A win against Uruguay on Monday would secure Portugal’s qualification from Group H to the knockout stages with a game to spare after its opening 3-2 …

FIFA World Cup: After latest milestone, Ronaldo eyes WC glory
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: After latest milestone, Ronaldo eyes WC glory

The Hindu  

Another game, another personal milestone. A win against Uruguay on Monday would secure Portugal’s qualification from Group H to the knockout stages with a game to spare after its opening 3-2 win against Ghana. That being said, FIFA Technical Study Group member on Sunday Oliseh still described as “total genius” his ability to win a disputed foul from Mohammed Salisu …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Carlos Queiroz says Jurgen Klinsmann’s ‘culture’ criticism of Iran ‘a disgrace to football’
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Carlos Queiroz says Jurgen Klinsmann’s ‘culture’ criticism of Iran ‘a disgrace to football’

The Hindu  

Carlos Queiroz - the Iran coach - said Jurgen Klinsmann’s criticism of his team “a disgrace to football”. After Iran beat Wales 2-0 on Friday after two injury-time goals by Rouzbeh Cheshmi and Ramin Rezaeian, Klinsmann - a former USA coach - said Iranian players “worked the referee” while appearing on BBC as an analyst. “That is their culture and …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Poland brings Saudi Arabia crashing down to earth
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Poland brings Saudi Arabia crashing down to earth

The Hindu  

With history in its sight, Saudi Arabia stepped into the Education City Stadium field with an extra spring in its step. An alive and agile Piotr Zielinski was there in the six-yard box to score the first goal of the game as Robert Lewandowski, deterred by the ‘keeper first, chased to keep the ball in play. In the 13th minute, …

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: Qatar out of World Cup after Senegal defeat
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar out of World Cup after Senegal defeat

The Hindu  

Host nation Qatar became the first nation to exit this year’s FIFA World Cup after the Netherlands vs Ecuador game ended in a 1-1 draw on Friday. Qatar had earlier slumped to a 3-1 defeat by Senegal at the Al Thumama Stadium, despite Mohammed Muntari netting a first-ever World Cup finals goal for the Qataris. With the Qatari crowd thinning …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Iran Beat 10-man Wales With Late Goals
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Iran Beat 10-man Wales With Late Goals

News 18  

Iran claimed a famous 2-0 victory over 10-man Wales on Friday as Carlos Queiroz’s men scored two goals deep into added time to keep their World Cup campaign alive. The Iran players, who sang the national anthem before kick-off, sent their thousands of supporters at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium delirious by beating a European team at a World Cup …

FIFA World Cup: Iran scores late to beat Wales 2-0 at World Cup
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Iran scores late to beat Wales 2-0 at World Cup

The Hindu  

Rouzbeh Cheshmi scored in the eighth minute of stoppage time to break a scoreless stalemate and Iran went on to defeat Wales 2-0 at the World Cup on Friday. Cheshmi’s strike from outside the box was just beyond the diving reach of Wales backup goalkeeper Danny Ward, who was pressed into duty when starter Wayne Hennessey was sent off in …

World Cup 2022: Wales vs Iran match preview
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup 2022: Wales vs Iran match preview

Al Jazeera  

Veterans from both sides will hold the key in what could be a fast-paced, box-to-box match. Who: Wales vs Iran, Group B Where: Ahmed bin Ali Stadium When: Friday, November 25, at 1pm FIFA ranking: Wales, Iran Leading into the World Cup, Wales suffered a run of poor form in the UEFA Nations League. Yet that came right after their …

World Cup 2022: Ronaldo scripts history as Portugal register 3-2 win over Ghana in ill-tempered match match
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup 2022: Ronaldo scripts history as Portugal register 3-2 win over Ghana in ill-tempered match match

India Today  

Cristiano Ronaldo scripted World Cup history as Portugal kicked off its Qatar 2022 campaign with a nervy 3-2 win over Ghana in a thrilling Group H match at Stadium 974 on November 24. With his 65th-minute penalty in Thursday's 3-2 win over Ghana, Ronaldo became the first male player to score in five World Cups and gave Portugal a 1-0 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Mexico and Poland Play Out Goalless Draw
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Mexico and Poland Play Out Goalless Draw

News 18  

Robert Lewandowski’s second-half penalty attempt was saved by Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, leaving Poland to settle for a 0-0 draw Tuesday at the World Cup. Poland’s all-time leading scorer with 76 goals remains without a World Cup goal. Ochoa, playing in his fifth World Cup, came up yelling in celebration after his stop, sending the crowd into chants of “Memo!” …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Lewandowski misses penalty as Poland draw with Mexico
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Lewandowski misses penalty as Poland draw with Mexico

The Hindu  

Poland skipper Robert Lewandowski failed to break his World Cup duck when he saw a second-half penalty saved in a goalless but entertaining draw with Mexico in their opening Group C game at Stadium 974 on Tuesday. The tactical change seemed to work initially as Poland began creating chances and eventually won the penalty which Lewandowski shot low but Ochoa …

Barred from stadiums at home, Iran women travel to World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Barred from stadiums at home, Iran women travel to World Cup

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 22, 2022 15:42 IST To 27-year-old Mariam, the World Cup match ticket was a precious gift. A sports fanatic, she travelled to the World Cup in Qatar from Tehran to catch Iran’s opening game on November 21 against England, her first live soccer match. Many Iran fans wore T-shirts or waving signs printed with the mantra of …

FIFA World Cup: Saudi Arabia stun Argentina to dent Lionel Messi's Qatar 2022 dreams
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Saudi Arabia stun Argentina to dent Lionel Messi's Qatar 2022 dreams

India Today  

Saudi Arabia did the unthinkable to pull off one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history as the Green Falcons stunned Lionel Messi-led Argentina 2-1 in their World Cup 2022 Group C opener in Doha on Tuesday. Argentina were on course to equal Italy's record unbeaten run of 37 games after the mercurial Messi opened his fifth and final …

FIFA World Cup 2022, Day 2 Highlights: England Rout Iran; Netherlands Beat Senegal; USA, Wales Share Spoils
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022, Day 2 Highlights: England Rout Iran; Netherlands Beat Senegal; USA, Wales Share Spoils

News 18  

LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2022, USA vs Wales Updates: FULLTIME! LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2022, USA vs Wales Updates: 79' Wales change; USA 1-0 WAL Neco Williams is withdrawn to be replaced by Brennan Johnson as Wales go in search of a goal. LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2022, USA vs Wales Updates: 73' Triple change for USA; USA 1-0 WAL …

FIFA World Cup: Youngsters shine in England’s 6-2 win over Iran
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Youngsters shine in England’s 6-2 win over Iran

The Hindu  

England captain Harry Kane abandoned the “OneLove” rainbow captain’s armband amidst fears of an instant yellow card from the referees at the FIFA World Cup, but his Iranian counterpart Ehsan Hajsafi and his colleagues risked a far scarier retribution by choosing not to lend their voice during the playing of their country’s national anthem. Catch the HIGHLIGHTS of England vs …

Barred from stadiums at home, Iranian women attend Football World Cup in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Barred from stadiums at home, Iranian women attend Football World Cup in Qatar

Firstpost  

The question of whether to root for the national team has divided Iranians as the team becomes entangled in the country’s combustible politics. “I’ve never attended a football match in my life so I had to take this chance,” said Mariam, a student of international relations who like other Iranian women at the match declined to give her last name …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Iran Skips National Anthem Before Cup Opener Against England
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Iran Skips National Anthem Before Cup Opener Against England

News 18  

Iran’s players did not sing their national anthem before their first game of the World Cup against England on Monday, in apparent support for anti-government protesters in their homeland. ENGLAND VS IRAN, FIFA WORLD CUP 2022 LIVE Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian of Kurdish origin, died three days after her arrest in Tehran over an alleged breach of the Islamic republic’s …

FIFA World Cup: Barred from stadiums at home, Iran women travel to Qatar to watch matches
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Barred from stadiums at home, Iran women travel to Qatar to watch matches

The Hindu  

To 27-year-old Mariam, the World Cup match ticket was a precious gift. A sports fanatic, she traveled to the World Cup in Qatar from Tehran to catch Iran’s opening game Monday against England, her first live soccer match. “I’ve never attended a football match in my life so I had to take this chance,” said Mariam, a student of international …

Iran fans boo national anthem before England World Cup game as players refuse to sing
2 years, 1 month ago

Iran fans boo national anthem before England World Cup game as players refuse to sing

Daily Mail  

Iran's players refused to sing their national anthem as boos rung out from fans in the stands ahead of their first game of the Qatar World Cup against England today. Iran's players refused to sing the national anthem as they lined up before their first game of the Qatar World Cup against England today Player stood stony-faced as the anthem …

Qatar 2022: Lionel Messi seeks to add missing World Cup trophy to cabinet
2 years, 1 month ago

Qatar 2022: Lionel Messi seeks to add missing World Cup trophy to cabinet

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, the undisputed king of football – even before kicking a ball here – will again set off on a quest for the holy grail at the Lusail Stadium, the grandest and largest of the eight 2022 World Cup grounds. There’s an ever-hanging cloud of expectation around the Argentine star to deliver a performance of virtuoso to not only …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | England thrash Iran 6-2 to open campaign
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | England thrash Iran 6-2 to open campaign

The Hindu  

England thrashed Iran 6-2 to get their World Cup challenge off to a flying start on Monday after the Iranian players chose not to sing their anthem in apparent support for anti-government protests at home. Gareth Southgate’s side galloped into a 4-0 lead thanks to two goals from man of the match Bukayo Saka and a fine Raheem Sterling strike …

England vs Iran Highlights: Almost a perfect game for ENG, beat IRI 6-2
2 years, 1 month ago

England vs Iran Highlights: Almost a perfect game for ENG, beat IRI 6-2

Business Standard  

England vs Iran, Fifa World Cup Highlights Gareth Southgate's England pulled in almost a perfect job as they scored six goals against Iran to win their opening match of Group B at Khalifa Stadium. Fifa World Cup England vs Iran Live: What did Gareth Southgate say? England Staring 11 Jordan Pickford, John Stones, Harry Maguire, Kieran Trippier, Declan Rice, Jude …

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