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The GOAT and the Kids Have Argentina on Brink of World Cup Title

Argentina has longed for the perfect formula to win a World Cup with Lionel Messi. With its current group—and with Messi’s current form—La Albiceleste may just have it.

Sports Illustrated

Mesmerizing Messi Powers Argentina to World Cup Final

The 35-year-old superstar scored a goal and provided a beautiful assist for another to put his team one win away from a World Cup title.

Sports Illustrated

Alistair Johnston labels Celtic transfer 'match made in heaven' as he opens up on Parkhead welcome

The Canada World Cup star has penned a long-term five-year deal after Ange Postecoglou swooped to snap up the right-back from CF Montreal as part of his January recruitment drive.

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The Mac Allister family: friends with Maradona to a World Cup with Messi

Carlos Javier Mac Allister played with Diego Maradona for Argentina, now he’s watching his son link up with Lionel Messi

The Guardian - UK

France Favorites but Morocco Eye Another Knockout Punch

After putting Belgium, Portugal and Spain to the sword in Qatar, Morocco are looking to bring another soccer superpower to their knees when they face France in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday in a match heavy with political and social overtones. Morocco, the first African side to reach the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

World Cup 2022 briefing: the race for the Golden Boot gathers pace

As the semi-finals approach, the top scorer at this tournament will surely be Kylian Mbappé, Olivier Giroud or Lionel Messi

The Guardian - UK

Portugal’s Ronaldo says his World Cup dream has ‘ended’

‘The dream was beautiful as long as it lasted,’ Cristiano Ronaldo wrote on Instagram in a possible hint at retirement.

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France legend Thierry Henry loses second record at 2022 World Cup

Thierry Henry made waves for France during his playing career, winning a World Cup and a European Championships title, but he has found out all records are made to be broken

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo sheds tears as his likely final quest for a World Cup falls short

This looks like the end of Ronaldo's World Cup quest.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Portugal player ratings vs Morocco: Cristiano Ronaldo subdued off the bench before blowing big late chance

Morocco made history by beating Portugal to become the first African team to ever reach the semi-finals of a World Cup.

Evening Standard

Morocco marches on - eliminating Portugal in the quarterfinals of the World Cup

Portugal was favored to win but Morocco's Cinderella tournament continues after their sensational 1-0 win over Portugal. Morocco is the first African nation to reach the semifinals of a World Cup.

WEKU

Kishida: Samurai Blue surprised world

The Samurai Blue may have been defeated by Croatia in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in Qatar, but they have left their fans satisfied.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

World Cup’s glass ceiling cuts off chasing pack from promised land of quarter-finals

Winning a knockout tie in a World Cup, against anyone, anywhere, anyhow can seem fearsomely difficult

The Independent UK

Morocco take over a World Cup that should always have been theirs

Morocco have long tried to host the world’s biggest football tournament but have made themselves the story of this one with their performances in Qatar

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The Guardian - UK

Ramos hits hat-trick as Portugal thrash Switzerland 6-1 after Ronaldo dropped

Gonçalo Ramos scored a hat-trick after being selected ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo as Portugal thrashed Switzerland 6-1 to set up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco

Evening Standard

Portugal make World Cup statement as Goncalo Ramos leaves Cristiano Ronaldo playing second fiddle

Goncalo Ramos rose in flames from Cristiano Ronaldo’s ashes as a reborn Portugal thrashed Switzerland 6-1 to set up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco.

ABC News

Cristiano Ronaldo's replacement scores hat-trick as Portugal thumps Switzerland 6-1 to reach quarterfinals, as it happened

With Cristiano Ronaldo benched, his replacement up front scores three goals and the man who took his captain's armband nets one as Portugal locks up the last FIFA World Cup quarterfinal spot in Qatar. Look back at the last day of round-of-16 matches in our live blog.

Irish Mirror

Adorable Harry Kane childhood snap shows how England's 'KO-King' honed skills used today

England captain Harry Kane is set to lead the Three Lions out against defending champions France in a World Cup quarter-final at Al Bayt Stadium on Saturday night

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Asharq Al-Awsat

World Cup 2022 Top Goal Scorer: Who Could Win the Golden Boot?

The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar has entered the knockout phase, and one of the top honors players will be competing for is the Golden Boot, awarded to the player with the most goals in the tournament. The number of assists by a player is considered in the case…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Germany Team Director Bierhoff Leaves Role after World Cup Debacle

Germany team director Oliver Bierhoff has become the first casualty of their first-round World Cup exit in Qatar after agreeing to leave his post two years before his contract ends, the DFB said on Tuesday. Former Germany international Bierhoff, who had been in his post as team director for the…

The Guardian - UK

Jude Bellingham: England teenager with maverick gifts but a steely focus

The rise from Birmingham City’s academy to being a World Cup ace is just the start for a midfielder whose talent matches his temperament

Los Angeles Times

How far France goes in the World Cup might depend on Kylian Mbappe

AL THUMAMA, Qatar — The most difficult thing to do in a World Cup isn't winning the title. It's repeating as the titlist.

ABC News

Regional Victorian soccer groups hopeful of players boost following Socceroos World Cup campaign

Soccer groups across regional Victoria say they hope the Socceroos' best showing at a World Cup can bolster local competition numbers.

The Guardian - UK

Japan’s Samurai Blue ready to enter the fray once more against Croatia

Veteran defender Yuto Nagatomo’s rousing speech symbolises togetherness of a team determined to ease painful memories

Sports Illustrated

U.S.’s 2022 World Cup Exit Stings, but ’26 Outlook Brings Great Hope

A World Cup loss in the round of 16 is nothing new for the U.S. men’s national team, but the ceiling for this group seems different. Raising it comes with its own set of challenges.

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