Football

From fleeing his homeland gaining asylum in Australia, to World Cup win

From fleeing his homeland gaining asylum in Australia, to World Cup win

Australian defender Milos Degenek did not enjoy his World Cup debut, which perhaps shouldn't be all that surprising given that it came in a 4-1 loss to defending champions Fran...

 Nov. 25
Brazil fans thrilled with Neymar & Co. exhibition
Richarlison scores his second goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group G match between Brazil and Serbia at Lusail Stadium, Lusail, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters

Brazil fans thrilled with Neymar & Co. exhibition

Richarlison struck a pair of goals to propel Brazil past a stubborn Serbia 2-0, when one was a stunning, as Brazil made good on the hype in their opening game in the World Cup 2022 campaign in Qatar on Thursday.Serbia goalkeeper Vania Milinkovic denied Brazil’s potent strik...

 Nov. 25

Uruguay’s Alonso denies defensive approach in Korea World Cup stalemate

Uruguay’s Alonso denies defensive approach in Korea World Cup stalemate Uruguay coach Diego Alonso hit back at accusations his side was too defensive in Thursday's 0-0 World Cup draw with South Korea, pointing to his attacking line-up.Alonso starte...

Nov. 25

Messi on brink as Argentina look to salvage World Cup

Messi on brink as Argentina look to salvage World Cup It was not supposed to be this way. Before the World Cup started, hopes were high in Argentina that Lionel Messi was set for a glorious swansong.The diminutive superstar with magic...

Nov. 25