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Football takes centre stage after troubled World Cup build-up

DOHA: After a 12-year build-up engulfed by a desert storm of controversy, the World Cup finally kicks off in Qatar on Sunday with Lionel Messi aiming to crown his glittering career by winning football's greatest prize.

Bangkok Post

World Cup 2022 predictions: Winner, golden boot, breakout star and more

Indy Sport’s writers have made their selections for Qatar 2022

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi was in tears after Argentina debut shame but now eyes ultimate World Cup goal

WORLD CUP 2022 PREVIEW - ARGENTINA: Lionel Messi was sent off on his international debut in 2005 but is now hoping his final World Cup will complete his footballing CV

Daily Mirror

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Phil Foden lists experience he needs to reach Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo levels

Phil Foden admitted he is not as good as the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar yet but the Manchester City star knows the path to that level of greatness

Daily Mirror

From Neymar to Jesus, Brazil’s brilliant forwards can turn any match in Qatar

Each team at this World Cup has a weak unit and Brazil’s defence is getting on – but in attack Tite is spoiled for choice

The Guardian - UK

Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on true feelings towards Lionel Messi after long-term rivalry

Cristiano Ronaldo has spoken about his relationship with Lionel Messi in the latest part of his explosive interview with Piers Morgan and admitted he admires the Argentinian superstar

Daily Mirror

Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo addresses his rivalry with Lionel Messi

The second part of Cristiano Ronaldo's interview with Piers Morgan was released on Thursday night and in it he addressed his long-standing rivalry with fellow superstar Lionel Messi.

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Argentina vs Saudi Arabia: World Cup 2022 prediction, kick off time today, TV, live stream, team news, odds

Argentina this morning kick off their latest World Cup tilt against Saudi Arabia with a sense of something different, and more impressive, about this team.

Evening Standard

Lionel Messi issues unlikely response to Barcelona chief after ignoring phone calls

Lionel Messi has appeared to indicate that he will extend his stay at Paris Saint-Germain beyond this season after speaking of his happiness in the French capital

Daily Mirror

Argentina fans shown on TV aiming racist and transphobic chants at Kylian Mbappe

A group of Argentina fans have been filmed and shown on live TV in their homeland singing vile chants after they arrived in Qatar for the World Cup, which kicks off on Sunday, with Mbappe their main target

Daily Mirror

The non-football fan’s guide to the World Cup - facts, stats and titbits ahead of Qatar 2022

Do you become a total footie obsessive for one month every four years? You’re not alone. Tom Ellen has you covered ahead of Qatar 2022

Evening Standard

World Cup Group C preview: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland

Lionel Messi and Argentina had been handed a favourable group in order to make it to the knockout stages as they aim to go one step further than their 2014 runners-up medal

Daily Mirror

Qatar 2022 is actually happening: a horrifying but irresistible prospect

The victims of this World Cup are owed our remembrance and our future vigilance, even as the football takes centre stage

The Guardian - UK

10 players to watch at the 2022 World Cup

The curtain rises on soccer’s biggest stage Sunday, as the 2022 World Cup kicks off in Qatar. Aging stars will try to go out on a positive note. Young stars will emerge throughout the month-long tournament. Here are 10 players who will be in the spotlight:

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The Guardian - UK

Messi and Di María shine as Argentina rout UAE in final World Cup warmup

Ángel Di María scored two fine goals and Lionel Messi also got on the scoresheet as Argentina impressed in Abu Dhabi

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo urged to retire after World Cup as Man Utd star sent Lionel Messi dig

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he would be best off retiring after the World Cup after the latest episode of his "disproportionate ego" rearing its head at Manchester United

Al Jazeera

The 10 players to watch out for at World Cup 2022

France’s Mbappe is our No 1 pick, followed by Argentina’s Messi. Portugal’s Ronaldo makes the cut at No 5.

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi picks Argentina's three biggest threats at World Cup including England

Messi is aiming to win his first World Cup, but the Paris Saint-Germain superstar believes that his Argentina side face three main rivals to win the tournament in Qatar

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Miami Herald

Storylines galore as Qatar World Cup kicks off Sunday. Here are group-by-group previews.

The 2022 World Cup kicks off Sunday in Qatar, the first ever played this late in the year and a tournament packed with intriguing storylines. Will Argentine star Lionel Messi finally win his first World Cup trophy? Can defending champion France repeat? Is the young, inexperienced U.S. squad good enough…

Daily Mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo encourages Inter Miami move after David Beckham begins transfer talks

Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo could be on the verge of leaving Manchester United after criticising the Premier League club in an interview with Piers Morgan

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi's "centre of attention" message speaks volumes amid Cristiano Ronaldo saga

Cristiano Ronaldo is facing criticism after slamming his employers Manchester United and several former colleagues in a controversial interview with Piers Morgan

Football London

World Cup squad values revealed as England top list at £1.1bn ahead of Brazil and France

England have the highest squad value at the World Cup 2022 in Qatar according to new research with the likes of Phil Foden, Harry Kane and Bellingham in the Three Lions ranks.

Daily Mirror

Kylian Mbappe feud with Neymar and anger at delayed PSG wages as club post £317m losses

Kylian Mbappe was not paid by Paris Saint-Germain on time recently for a portion of his wages, which raise fresh questions over his future and discontent at the club

Irish Mirror

Irish fans vote Diego Maradona 'Hand of God' goal most iconic World Cup moment in history

The study, which was commissioned by betting company Ladbrokes, finds that over half of people believe Maradona's 'goal' is the most famous moment in World Cup history.

Football London

Messi, Ronaldo: 4 players Chelsea could monitor at Qatar World Cup with view to free transfer

Plenty of stars heading to the World Cup will see their contracts expire in the summer of 2023

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