Watch out for return of injured Neymar
DON’T write off Neymar, says Brazil manager Tite as he discreetly pointed to the star striker, now undergoing 24-hour physiotherapy. He’s under terrific recuperation despite a “very swollen ankle” as he…
Face masks: New fashion trend on World Cup field?
Does everyone remember the face masks we all wore during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic? At one point, the whole world was forced to wear these masks as a…
Will Brazil end the 20-year jinx?
Brazil has a great chance to win the World Cup this year after a 20-year jinx, especially in light of the underwhelming performances by nations like Germany, Belgium, and Argentina…
Big early boot for host Qatar
GETTING the early boot should not discourage host Qatar. Even before their third preliminary match, they’re out, in a rare first in the tournament's 92-year history. But the premature exit…
Young West Indies face daunting Test task against Australia
By Martin PARRY (AFP) A young West Indies side head into the first Test at Perth this week without a win on Australian soil for 25 years, but Pat Cummins'…
Eagles beat Packers as Rodgers exits, Bengals topple Titans
(AFP) RECASTS WITH EAGLES VICTORY Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles ran over Green Bay on Sunday, knocking Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers out in the third quarter of a 40-33…
Foreign workers ‘rewarded’ with cheaper tickets
SOME of the millions of foreign workers in Qatar have been “rewarded” with exceptionally low ticket charges in appreciation for their behind-the-scenes work at this World Cup. Jita Singh, Singapore’s…
$$$ rewards for success
WHO said money and/or rewards doesn’t talk…or even motivate? The latest streak of financial presents and other monetary awards for toppling the world football giants continue to spur the little-known…
Jofra Archer is aiming for the World Cup after injury comeback
Jofra Archer played for the England Lions against England on Wednesday. He hasn't played since 2021 due to several ailments, but he bowled nine overs for the Lions. Following his…
After his fight with Jake Paul, KSI declares, “I’m hanging up the gloves forever”
After his much-awaited battle versus Jake Paul, UK YouTube personality JJ "KSI" revealed his plans to retire from influencer boxing in a video posted to his channel on November 24.…
No club but Ronaldo tops scoring tally
YOU cannot beat sheer class. He’s simply hailed as a “phenomenon”. Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo, even without a club, hit the headlines as the first footballer to score in five…
Top 5 footballers who never joined the FIFA World Cup
Here are the top 5 footballers who never made it to the World Cup and it is incredible what world football missed with their absence. Currently, Qatar, the host country,…
Freddie Freeman celebrate his eighth wedding anniversary
The first baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers at the moment, Freddie Freeman, has a distinguished and lengthy career. For more than 12 seasons, he was a member of the…
Put Qatar in right spotlight
THE positives in Doha, Qatar, are seldom highlighted in the media: Do you know that the eight stadiums are located within a 35-mile radius of this downtown city that the…
Ponting will play a crucial part in putting an end to “ugly” conflict
Given that Justin Langer and Cricket Australia will be working together in the media this summer, Ricky Ponting may be essential in resolving the conflict. Having worked together for many…
The Hockey World Cup preparations depend on India’s tour of Australia
The last time India's men's hockey team faced Australia, it was in Birmingham for the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. India's performance was not good, as Graham Reid's team…