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Lionel Messi's view on Cristiano Ronaldo after being spoken about in explosive interview

Cristiano Ronaldo opened up on his true feelings towards Lionel Messi in his recent interview with Piers Morgan, and the Paris Saint-Germain star has already given his own verdict on his rival

Daily Mirror

World Cup beer sales banned as Ronaldo jets in

DOHA: World Cup chiefs on Friday banned beer sales around stadiums in a stunning u-turn just two days before kickoff as Cristiano Ronaldo prepared to jet in to Qatar.

Bangkok Post

World Cup 2022: The greatest show on earth is here, but don’t lose sight of the true cost of Qatar tournament

Construction workers from Bangladesh and Nepal frantically complete last-minute snagging in intense heat; drained players race to be ready for their opening game; WAGs adjust to life on a luxury cruise ship; and fans from across the globe descend on a desert state smaller than London.

Evening Standard

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World Cup 2022 Golden Boot odds as Tottenham's Harry Kane looks to retain accolade

The Inside Track previews the main contenders the bookies have backed to be the 2022 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winner with Tottenham Hotspur's very own Harry Kane priced as the favourite

Football London

Argentina and Uruguay bring 4,000lbs of meat to Qatar to feed World Cup 2022 dreams

Asadas, a traditional barbecue with a similar cultural importance to the Sunday roast, are a big part of life in South America - with Argentina and Uruguay bringing 2,000lbs of meat each

Daily Mirror

World Cup 2022 predictions: Winner, England exit, golden boot, surprise package and more

Ahead of the big kick-off in Qatar, Standard Sport writers make their last-minute predictions for a World Cup like no other.

Evening Standard

Sergio Aguero endures nightmare flight to Qatar on plane full of raucous Brazil fans

Sergio Aguero travelled to Qatar to cheer on Argentina at the World Cup but found himself on a flight full of Brazil fans who chanted the whole way to the Middle East

Daily Mirror

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Rating the World Cup 2022 favourites: Brazil, Argentina and France

A World Cup like no other is now just days away as the best players from across the globe descend on the smallest nation to ever host, in Qatar.

Evening Standard

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

FIFA World Cup 2022: Meet the 'goodbye' guys

Cristiano Ronaldo has decided not to go gentle into the ‘good evening’ of his career.

The Times of India

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

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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

Manchester Evening News

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.

Evening Standard

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.

Daily Mirror

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

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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

Evening Standard

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

Daily Mirror

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

The Guardian - UK

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 Times of India

FIFA World Cup: Time for Brazil and Argentina to turn the tide

The 'winter' World Cup offers Brazil and Argentina an opportunity to break free from the grip of European hegemony

Miami Herald

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:

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

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