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Arsenal target move for 'next Lionel Messi' and look to repeat Gabriel Martinelli transfer trick

Arsenal have been linked with a move for a youngster dubbed the "next Lionel Messi", but face stiff competition to land him

Football London

‘We have Messi’ - Paris Saint-Germain hand Cristiano Ronaldo transfer snub after Man United exit

Ronaldo is still a free agent and one European giant has effectively ruled themselves out of the race.

Manchester Evening News

'Inspiring' Cristiano Ronaldo faces defining Portugal decision after World Cup snub

Cristiano Ronaldo was lauded by Portugal's potent debutant Goncalo Ramos after being dropped by Portugal, but he could still lead by example - if he adapts to a lesser role

Daily Mirror

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Virgil van Dijk says Netherlands are not focusing on just stopping Lionel Messi

Messi has once again proved Argentina’s inspiration in Qatar

The Independent UK

Keanu Baccus details 'surreal' Lionel Messi World Cup experience as St Mirren hero likens superstar to 'Madame Tussauds waxwork'

Keanu Baccus featured against Lionel Messi whilst playing for Australia in Qatar earlier this month.

Daily Record

Virgil van Dijk refuses to focus on Lionel Messi ahead of Netherlands vs Argentina at World Cup 2022

Virgil van Dijk refused to reveal how the Netherlands would attempt to deal with Lionel Messi in their World Cup quarter-final tie.

Evening Standard

Soccer-Dutch skipper Van Dijk dodges Messi questions

Virgil van Dijk deflected several questions about his looming confrontation with Lionel Messi but admitted the Netherlands would be cautious in their approach against Argentina in Friday’s World Cup quarter-final.

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World Cup 2022 power rankings: how the remaining eight teams shape up

We cast our eye over the quarter-finalists’ key strengths and assess who is most likely to lift the trophy in Qatar

The Guardian - UK

World Cup: The best moments so far from Lionel Messi magic and shock upsets to group stage drama

Amid controversy and continued human rights concerns surrounding Fifa and Qatar off the pitch, it’s been an exhilarating ride so far on it

The Independent UK

World Cup Power Rankings: Evaluating Every Quarterfinalist

Some of the world’s best squads are rounding into peak form as the tournament approaches its home stretch.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Quarterfinalists bid for title

The World Cup is taking a small break after non-stop soccer for the past two weeks

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi facing ban from entering Mexico for 'kicking' shirt after World Cup win

Lionel Messi appeared to kick Andres Guardado's shirt after Argentina's win over Mexico in the World Cup group stage, provoking fury in the Central American country

Daily Mirror

The Next World Cup Will Jump to 48 Teams. Is Bigger Better?

The next World Cup will be the biggest ever after world football body FIFA took the leap from a 32-team field to 48 teams in 2026. It means more of football’s so-called “little teams” that didn't make it to Qatar will be given a chance of a lifetime when the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Messi downs Australia and Mbappe burns Cash – the key numbers from the last 16

Portugal completed the quarter-final line-up with a 6-1 dismantling of Switzerland on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

A two-year review, Ashley Cole’s masterclass and pace to burn: How England plan to stop Kylian Mbappe

Gareth Southgate began studying France on the team bus away from the Al Bayt Stadium after the last-16 win over Senegal on Sunday, but England’s preparations for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final clash had, in truth, got underway two years earlier.

Edinburgh Live

Hearts star Lawrence Shankland gives detailed insight into Almeria fight and aftermath

Robbie Neilson and his Jambos side headed off to Spain for some training ahead of the second part of the season resuming and they set up a clash with Spanish opposition while in the country.

Daily Record

Australia legend Craig Moore heaps praise on Keanu Baccus and predicts huge future for St Mirren star after World Cup heroics

The Socceroos Hall of Famer wasn't surprised to see the Saints midfielder rise to the occasion in Qatar when taking on some of the world's best players.

Edinburgh Live

Robbie Neilson confirms Callum Paterson Hearts transfer interest as he delivers update

The 28-year-old - capped 17 times by Scotland - has entered the final year of his deal at Sheffield Wednesday and will be free to discuss a pre-contract move elsewhere.

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Football London

Ian Wright and Gary Neville agree on Cristiano Ronaldo problem amid Lionel Messi World Cup claim

Cristiano Ronaldo didn't start Portugal's last-16 tie with Switzerland following an outburst over being substituted against South Korea

The Guardian - UK

Which player has scored the most goals in World Cup knockout games?

Plus: last beating first in the group stage, thrashings in vain and the glory of the one-armed goalscorer

Evening Standard

Netherlands vs Argentina lineups: Starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2022 game

Netherlands vs Argentina - LIVE!

Daily Mirror

Louis van Gaal makes eyebrow-raising Brazil claim ahead of Argentina clash at World Cup

Louis van Gaal typically did not mince his words before Netherlands' World Cup quarter-final clash against one of the tournament favourites, Lionel Messi's Argentina

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe needs ‘special attention’ from England players – Steve Holland

Gareth Southgate’s side take on reigning World Cup champions France in a mouthwatering quarter-final clash on Saturday.

The Guardian - UK

England hope coach Steve Holland’s knowhow can help shackle Mbappé

Gareth Southgate’s assistant has a history of working out ways to nullify the world’s best players

The Independent UK

England have planned for France clash for two years, says Steve Holland ahead of World Cup quarter-final

Special focus has been placed on how to deal with Kylian Mbappe, who has already scored five goals for Les Bleus in Qatar

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