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      Why is Tunisia’s Ellyes Skhiri wearing a mask against Australia at the 2022 World Cup?

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      VIEWERS of the Group D clash between Tunisia and Australia will have noticed a unique feature about Ellyes Skhiri for the African side.The FC Köln midfielder has hit 50 appearances for his national side, a feat to be proud of.
      Ellyes Skhiri is not backing out of challenges despite his face maskCredit: Getty
      But when facing Denmark and Australia, he has been sporting a mask over his face and fans may not have recognised him, and he is currently in action.
      We have all the details on why he is masked up during the 2022 World Cup.
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      Why is Ellyes Skhiri wearing a mask at the 2022 World Cup?
      So far this tournament, we have seen Son Heung-Min take to the field for South Korea in a mask.
      And the reason for this is similar to that of Skhiri, with both players suffering injuries.
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      Skihiri suffered a broken cheekbone in late October but would not let this ruin his World Cup dream.
      The midfielder returned a week later wearing a mask as he was determined to play at the World Cup for his country, who are looking to make it out of the group stages for the first time in their history.
      Wearing a mask will protect his cheekbone as it recovers, ensuring that it cannot be further damaged during his time on the pitch. More

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      Daniel Dubois vs Kevin Lerena live stream & TV guide: How to watch heavyweight fight

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      DANIEL DUBOIS returns to the boxing ring this Saturday in a match-up against heavyweight contender Kevin Lerena. The WBA ‘Regular’ heavyweight champion hasn’t fought since he stopped Trevor Bryan in four rounds back in April.
      Daniel Dubois will defend his heavyweight title against Kevin LerenaCredit: Getty
      Kevin Lerena’s record as a professional boxer is 28-1Credit: Getty
      But now he’s facing a step up in competition against South African Lerena.
      Dubois is on the hunt for more titles and is set to be installed as a mandatory challenger for WBA ‘Super’ champ Oleksandr Usyk.
      The 25-year-old has also previously been in discussions with Dillian Whyte about an all-British heavyweight clash.
      That fight could still happen in the future, following Whyte’s majority decision win over Jermaine Franklin.

      How to watch Dubois vs Lerena
      Dubois’ clash with Lerena will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK.
      The fight is the co-main event to Tyson Fury vs Derek Chisora.
      And the event will cost £26.95 to watch.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport Box Office app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Coverage of the event will get underway from 7pm UK time.
      Dubois and Lerena are expected to make their ring-walks around 9pm GMT.
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      What has been said?
      “I’m looking to go to the big league and progress from this fight,” Dubois said.
      “I want to lay my mark down on this division and what ever [Lerena] brings I’m going to have to deal with it.
      “If they want it, Usyk or Tyson, either one of them, I don’t mind who, Anthony Joshua and whoever, these are the fights I want. Having the WBA ‘regular’ title puts me right up there at the front of the queue. I’m No 1 ranked with the WBA, I’m doing it the right way.
      “I just need to perform now, I’ve been out the ring a while, I need to get my career moving again.” More

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      Who is Marcus Rashford’s friend Garfield Hayward, what was the England star’s World Cup celebration about?

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      MARCUS RASHFORD is top of the Golden Boot standings at the World Cup following his brace against Wales. The England star has bagged three goals so far in Qatar, including one in the Three Lions’ opening game against Iran.
      Garfield Hayward (right) passed away after a battle with cancer
      Marcus Rashford dedicated his free-kick against Wales to his friend Garfield HaywardCredit: Getty
      Rashford opened the scoring against Wales with a stunning 25-yard free-kick.
      But it was his celebration which caught the eye of spectators and pundits.
      The Manchester United forward got on his knees and pointed to the sky with both hands after he was done revelling in the moment with his team-mates.
      Rashford explained after the game that the goal was dedicated to his late friend Garfield Hayward, who passed away after a battle with cancer just days ago.
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      Who is Garfield Hayward?
      Hayward was a close friend of Rashford’s, who the 25-year-old said was a ‘big supporter of mine’.
      “Unfortunately I lost one of my friends a couple of days ago,” Rashford explained after the game.
      “He’s had quite a long battle with cancer, so I’m pleased I managed to score for him.
      “He’s always been a big supporter of mine.
      “He was just a great person and I’m pleased he came into my life, really.”
      It’s also been reported by MailOnline that Hayward’s newphew Steven said: “My heart is hurting so much knowing I won’t see you again in this life.
      “Uncle Garf, one of the realist people I’ve ever known. You were the man with the most beautiful soul.
      “You will forever be in my thoughts and my heart till the day I die.” More

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      World Cup 2022 Group C LIVE TABLE: Standings as Poland, Argentina, Saudi Arabia and Mexico bid for last-16 spots

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      GROUP C at the World Cup 2022 goes down to the wire with the final fixtures taking place TODAY.Poland, Argentina, Saudi Arabia and Mexico can ALL still advance into the last-16 spots in Qatar.
      Lionel Messi will be desperate to fire his Argentinian side to the last-16Credit: Getty
      Click on the LIVE Group C table below for full World Cup groups…

      Group C results and fixtures
      Tuesday November 22

      Saturday November 26

      Wednesday November 30

      Last 16 fixture dates
      Saturday, December 3

      Match 49: Netherlands vs USA (3pm)
      Match 50: Winners Group C vs Runners-up Group D (7pm)

      Sunday, December 4

      Match 52: Winners Group D vs Runners-up Group C (3pm)
      Match 51: England vs Senegal (7pm)

      Monday, December 5

      Match 53: Winners Group E vs Runners-up Group F (3pm)
      Match 54: Winners Group G vs Runners-up Group H (7pm)

      Tuesday, December 6

      Match 55: Winners Group F vs Runners-up Group E (3pm)
      Match 56: Winners Group H vs Runners-up Group G (7pm)

      Quarter-finals
      Friday, December 9

      Match 58: Winners of Match 53 vs Winners of Match 54 (3pm)
      Match 57: Winners of Match 49 vs Winners of Match 50 (7pm)

      Saturday, December 10

      Match 60: Winners of Match 55 vs Winners of Match 56 (3pm)
      Match 59: Winners of Match 51 vs Winners of Match 52 (7pm)

      Semi-finals
      Tuesday, December 13

      Match 61: Winners of Match 57 vs Winners of Match 58 (7pm)

      Wednesday, December 14

      Match 62: Winners of Match 59 vs Winners of Match 60 (7pm)
      Third/Fourth place play-off

      Saturday, December 17

      Losers of Match 61 vs Losers of Match 62 (3pm)

      Final
      Sunday, December 18

      Winners of Match 61 vs Winners of Match 62 (3pm)

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      What are the most important dates for the World Cup?

      The group stages got underway on Sunday, November 20.
      Round of 16 will be on December 3 – December 6.
      Quarter-final stages begin on December 9 – December 10.
      Semi-finals are taking place on December 13 – December 14.
      The World Cup final will be participated on Sunday, December 18.

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      Tyson Fury vs Derek Chisora 3: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, price for heavyweight fight THIS WEEKEND

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      TYSON FURY makes his big return to boxing when he faces Derek Chisora on SATURDAY. The Gypsy King hasn’t been in the ring since his sixth-round TKO destruction of Dillian Whyte back in April at a sold out Wembley Stadium.
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      Derek Chisora will face Tyson Fury for the THIRD time in his career
      A whopping 94,000 fans, a British record, filled the England football team’s national stadium that night to watch Fury defend his WBC heavyweight crown before announcing his retirement in the ring after.
      His retirement didn’t last long, however, as toward the end of the summer he called out Anthony Joshua for a massive money-spinning clash.
      Talks failed to materialise, however, and now Fury is on the precipice of finalising a deal to fight Chisora, who beat Kubrat Pulev in exciting fashion in July.
      Chisora has clashed with Fury twice before, though, losing the first on points before being stopped in their 2014 sequel.
      And now, the two British heavyweights are set to fight for a third time in the most expensive showing on BT Sport Box Office EVER.
      Tyson Fury takes on Derek Chisora at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
      When is Fury vs Chisora 3?

      Tyson Fury vs Derek Chisora is on this Saturday, December 3.
      The fight is set to take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
      The last fight to be held there was Anthony Joshua’s first fight with Oleksandr Usyk last year.
      Ring-walks have been confirmed to be taking place at 9pm UK time.

      What TV channel will it be on and can it be live streamed?

      Fury vs Chisora 3 will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK.
      BT Sport Box Office is available for live streaming from their dedicated app, which can be downloaded onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The event will cost £26.95.

      Fury vs Chisora card
      The full undercard has yet to be announced for Fury vs Chisora 3.
      But it’s been confirmed that Daniel Dubois will be in action in the co-main event slot, as he takes on Kevin Lerena, defending his WBA heavyweight ‘Regular’ title in the process.

      Tyson Fury vs Derek Chisora – WBC heavyweight title
      Daniel Dubois vs Kevin Lerena – WBA ‘Regular’ heavyweight title
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      What has been said?
      Fury: “I’m not gonna sit here and call Chisora names. I respect him. I’ve got nothing bad to say about Derek; he’s a good fighting man, and he brings his A game every time.
      “[But] In my reign right now, I’m reigning supreme. I’ll beat him, and then I’ll beat the little middleweight guy [Usyk].
      “He says he’s gonna knock me out, I wanna see him do it. If he does, I’ll be the first to congratulate him.”
      Chisora: “I’m a black belt in crazy! The mindset is unbelievable right now, it’s crazy.
      “It’s gonna be toe to toe. I have to knock him out, I’m gonna drop him, yeah.
      “I’ll beat him. I’m gonna knock him out, I’m gonna stop him, 100 per cent.”
      Promoter Frank Warren said: “Tyson wanted to fight in his home country again this year following his special night at Wembley Stadium in April.
      “This brings us to the magnificent Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and a match against an old rival in Derek Chisora.
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      “Derek, also a big favourite with British fans, has reinvented himself in recent years and Tyson has long stated his wish to fight him for a third time.
      “Tyson can’t afford any slip-up in this fight as he has the much-publicised undisputed match-up with Usyk in the New Year which we’re really looking forward to.” More

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      World Cup 2022 – Netherlands vs USA: Date, Stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time, team news for last-16 game

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      NETHERLANDS are through to the World Cup last-16 where they will play USA. The Dutch topped Group A after beating Senegal, drawing with Ecuador and overcoming hosts Qatar in their final game.
      Cody Gakpo scored again for the Netherlands in the win over QatarCredit: Getty
      Christian Pulisic grabbed his first goal of the World Cup against IranCredit: Getty
      Cody Gakpo has announced himself on the world stage too, as he sits joint-top of the Golden Boot race in Qatar.
      But they have a tricky test to face next, as they prepare for a clash against USA, who managed to get a 0-0 draw out of top scorers at the World Cup England.
      USA managed to qualify for the knockout stages of the competition with a 1-0 win over Iran.
      And they’ll certainly fancy their chances against the Netherlands who, like their last-16 opponents, failed to qualify for the World Cup in 2018.

      When is Netherlands vs USA?

      Netherlands will play their last-16 clash with USA on Saturday, December 3.
      The match will get underway from 3pm UK time.
      Netherlands vs USA will take place at the Khalifa International Stadium in Al Rayyan.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Netherlands vs USA will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Coverage of the clash will get going from 2.30pm GMT.

      Can I watch for FREE?

      Yes, Netherlands vs USA is available to watch for FREE, so long as you have a TV licence.

      Team news
      Christian Pulisic should be ready for the clash with Netherlands despite coming off at half time against Iran.
      The Chelsea forward scored the winning goal but was injured after clashing with the Iran goalkeeper before netting.
      The injury was diagnosed a pelvic contusion and Pulisic has declared he will be raring to go against Virgil van Dijk and Co.
      Cody Gakpo will be part of Netherlands’ forward line again, and he’ll be looking to add to his tally of three goals in Qatar.
      Odds

      Netherlands – 9/10
      Draw – 9/4
      England – 7/2
      Netherlands to qualify – 2/5
      USA to qualify – 15/8

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      Who will England play next in the World Cup and when is last-16 clash?

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      ENGLAND secured qualification for the last-16 with victory over Wales in their final game of the group stages.The Three Lions were keen to finish the group stage in style and a fine performance from Marcus Rashford saw them come out on top in their clash against Wales.
      England got off to a fine start with a 6-2 win against Iran, but drew 0-0 with the USA in the second matchCredit: Getty
      The Manchester United star netted twice, with Phil Foden also getting on the scoresheet to send England through.
      And Gareth Southgate’s men already know who they are playing in the last-16 in Qatar.
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      Who could England play next?
      From before the tournament began, England knew that they would play one of the teams from Group A if they were to make it into the next round.
      With the Netherlands beating Qatar 2-0 and Senegal coming out 2-1 victors over Ecuador, England have learned their opponents.
      Victory over Wales saw Southgate’s side come out as group winners in Group B, meaning they take on the second-placed team from Group A.
      Ismaila Sarr celebrates after putting Senegal ahead against EcuadorCredit: EPA
      And this is AFCON Champions Senegal, who secured qualification for the knockout round at the expense of Ecuador.
      Kalidou Koulibaly netted a winner in the second-half to see them progress, and England will have to be on top form if they are to come out on top against Aliou Cisse’s side.
      When will England next play?

      England will come up against Senegal on Sunday, December 4.
      The game will kick-off from 7pm UK time.
      The Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar will play host to the fixture.

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      Last 16 fixture dates
      Last 16
      Saturday, December 3

      Match 49: Netherlands vs USA (3pm)
      Match 50: Winners Group C vs Runners-up Group D (7pm)

      Sunday, December 4

      Match 52: Winners Group D vs Runners-up Group C (3pm)
      Match 51: England vs Senegal (7pm)

      Monday, December 5

      Match 53: Winners Group E vs Runners-up Group F (3pm)
      Match 54: Winners Group G vs Runners-up Group H (7pm)

      Tuesday, December 6

      Match 55: Winners Group F vs Runners-up Group E (3pm)
      Match 56: Winners Group H vs Runners-up Group G (7pm)

      Quarter-finals
      Friday, December 9

      Match 58: Winners of Match 53 vs Winners of Match 54 (3pm)
      Match 57: Winners of Match 49 vs Winners of Match 50 (7pm)

      Saturday, December 10

      Match 60: Winners of Match 55 vs Winners of Match 56 (3pm)
      Match 59: Winners of Match 51 vs Winners of Match 52 (7pm)

      Semi-finals
      Tuesday, December 13

      Match 61: Winners of Match 57 vs Winners of Match 58 (7pm)

      Wednesday, December 14

      Match 62: Winners of Match 59 vs Winners of Match 60 (7pm)
      Third/Fourth place play-off

      Saturday, December 17

      Losers of Match 61 vs Losers of Match 62 (3pm)

      Final
      Sunday, December 18
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      Winners of Match 61 vs Winners of Match 62 (3pm)

      What are the most important dates for the World Cup?

      The group stages got underway on Sunday, November 20.
      Round of 16 will be on December 3 – December 6.
      Quarter-final stages begin on December 9 – December 10.
      Semi-finals are taking place on December 13 – December 14.
      The World Cup final will be participated on Sunday, December 18. More

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      Who is Poland vs Argentina referee Danny Makkelie at World Cup 2022?

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      OFFICIAL Danny Makkelie is back on the world stage and is seen as one of the best referees on the planet.He takes charge of Argentina’s massive group stage against Poland at the World Cup, days after he was in charge of Spain’s 1-1 draw with Germany.
      Danny Makkelie was in charge during England’s Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark when he awarded a controversial penaltyCredit: PA
      The Dutchman, a former policeman, was in charge for England’s Euro 2020 semi-final between England and Denmark.
      He was also the ref for Finland’s defeat to Russia in the group stages.Has he officiated at major tournaments before?
      A former police inspector, Makkelie will accept no messing about in the Wembley match-up.
      He was first listed as a FIFA referee in 2011 and at 38 years old, still has plenty of seasons under his belt.
      Before this tournament, Makkelie was the referee for the 2020 Europa League final between Sevilla and Inter Milan, but this is his first major international tournament in the middle.
      What else has he done so far?
      Makkelie made his Eredivise debut in 2009 and has gone on to make over 180 appearances across nine seasons.
      He took charge of five Champions League fixtures in 2019, including the quarter-final first leg when Barcelona beat AS Roma 4-1.
      The Dutchman was blasted by the Italians’ boss Eusebio di Francesco for denying them a penalty in that game, but it proved irrelevant as Roma heroically won the second leg 3-0 to progress on away goals.
      Makkelie has also been involved in the Europe League, officiating 11 matches from 2012 to 2017.
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      Has he used VAR before?
      The Dutchman has been involved in two major controversies with the VAR system.
      Makkelie became the first referee to send-off a player using the technology after he changed his yellow-card decision to a sending off against Willem II’s Anouar Kalu in a KNVB Cup game in 2016.
      He was also involved in one of the most famous and controversial usages of VAR when he took charge of the Dutch Super Cup final between Feyenoord and Vitesse.
      During that match, Feyenoord saw a goal disallowed and a penalty awarded to Vitesse instead after a VAR review showed Makkelie should have given the spot kick before the goal was scored.
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