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      Be part of talkSPORT’s incredible World Cup Fan Zone for EVERY game at special London venue for the ultimate Xmas party

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      STRAP yourselves in football fans, the World Cup is now just WEEKS away.And you can watch EVERY game of the tournament live at a 1,000 capacity venue in London alongside fellow footy fanatics.
      Be part of talkSPORT’s incredible World Cup fan zone in LondonCredit: Reuters
      Every single game of the tournament will be shown live on big screensCredit: AFP
      Tickets are on sale NOW for a fan zone under the arches at Waterloo, hosted by talkSPORT.
      It will feel like Christmas has come early with the atmosphere sure to be buzzing for the duration of the tournament.
      The weather won’t be a problem either.
      While temperatures are set to soar in Qatar, a winter World Cup means there will be some cold nights cheering on Harry Kane and Co back home.
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      But talkSPORT’s indoor venue means footy fans can stay covered from the elements as the action unfolds.
      Tickets for England’s opener against Iran are available NOW, with spaces for the mouthwatering final group game against Wales also on sale.
      All 64 games in 28 days will be shown under one roof and away from the elements that come in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
      Tickets for the tournament are on sale HERE and start at just £7.50, which includes a FREE drink with admission.
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      Fans will be able to watch the action unfold on huge TV screens while tucking into the multiple food and drink options available on site.
      The experience doesn’t stop there though.
      There will be Q&As with talkSPORT regulars, plus the chance to be part of live radio broadcasts.
      Tickets are available for over 18s only.
      They are valid for six hours, which is usually enough time to cover two games, fixtures depending.
      So even if Gareth Southgate can’t bring football home like the Lionesses did at the Euros in the summer, there’s plenty of fun to be had watching the rest of the live action unfold. More

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      Why are League One and League Two still playing during the World Cup?

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      THE EFL announced that League One and League Two are continuing their fixture schedules as normal while the World Cup takes place in Qatar.The European top leagues will be suspended as footballing stars travel to the Middle East to compete for the trophy.
      Qatar has been hit with World Cup feverCredit: Reuters
      England will be hoping to return home as champions despite falling to defeat in Euro 2020’s final and the semi-final of 2018’s World Cup.
      The break will see the Premier League and Championship pause their action, but League One and League Two will continue the season.
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      Why are League One and League Two still playing during the World Cup?
      The EFL released a statement, confirming that the Championship will be paused during the World Cup group stages, but revealed that League One and League Two fixtures will be unchanged for now.
      Plymouth have been impressive in League One this seasonCredit: Rex
      The statement wrote: “Match round 16 in the Championship, set to take place on Saturday, November 12, will be the final round of fixtures played ahead of the call-up period for the tournament, which begins on Monday, November 14.
      “The Championship will resume on December 10 2022 following the culmination of the World Cup group stages, whilst League One and League Two fixtures will continue as normal.”
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      This is due to the fact that teams in League One and League Two are less likely to be affected by the international tournament, with Championship and Premier League teams more likely to have players playing in Qatar, called up for international duty and absent for their clubs.
      However, it was also revealed that individual fixtures in League One and League Two could still be postponed, subject to international call-up criteria being met. More

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      How many substitutions at the World Cup?

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      SUBSTITUTIONS have been a topic of discussion in the world of football for several years, with the recent introduction of five changes in the Premier League.The league were torn between whether to increase the numbers of changes allowed after the five substitutions rule was introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic.
      Manchester United making five substitutions during the Covid-19 pandemicCredit: Getty
      Going back to three substitutes for a season, the Premier League soon voted to increase the number to allow further changes in matches.
      UEFA have stuck with the role, the Premier League reverted back top it and now FIFA have made their decision for the World Cup.
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      How many substitutions at the World Cup?
      The expansion took place back in 2020 as a temporary rule, being described as an effort to protect both the physical and mental wellbeing of players before being adopted by leagues around the world on a more permanent basis.
      Qatar hosts the 2022 World CupCredit: Reuters
      Coaches such as former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel praised the idea, while criticising the Premier League when they reverted back to a limit of three substitutes.
      And now, FIFA have made the decision to allow up to five changes for the World Cup, as was confirmed in June.
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      This rule allowed another change from FIFA, with teams now allowed to bring squads of up to 26 players each.
      More substitutions will allow managers at the tournament to refresh their teams, which is much needed during the World Cup in the winter, taking place midway through the domestic league seasons. More

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      Why aren’t Italy at the 2022 World Cup?

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      ITALY are absent from the 2022 World Cup and everyone is asking the same question – why?Roberto Mancini’s men were ever so impressive during Euro 2020 and gained plaudits for their performances.
      Italy celebrating after winning Euro 2020Credit: AP
      The Italians ended up winning the tournament, lifting the trophy at Wembley after beating England on penalties.
      However, just a year since the final, Italy are not taking part in the 2022 World Cup.
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      Why aren’t Italy at the World Cup?
      The Azzurri are the most notable absentees from the World Cup along with the likes of Norway and Egypt.
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      Mancini would have been hoping to build on the foundations he laid after winning Euro 2020 but Italy have now missed two World Cups in a row.
      Italy had been on an impressive run of qualifying for every World Cup between 1962 and 2014, only failing to qualify for the tournament once in their history before missing out in 2018.
      Jorginho was in tears after failing to qualify for the World CupCredit: AP
      The Blues missed out again in 2022, falling to defeat against North Macedonia in a qualifying playoff match.
      The winner went on to face Portugal, who came out on top and earned their place for the tournament in Qatar.
      Facing England, Ukraine and North Macedonia in Euro 2024 qualifying, Italy will be hopeful of being present at the next European competition to defend their crown before attempting to make the 2026 World Cup. More

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      Why is the Qatar World Cup stadium called Stadium 974?

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      QATAR are hosting the 2022 World Cup over the winter months in a first of its kind tournament.Due to the severe hit in the Middle East, a decision was made for the tournament to take place during November and December as the top domestic leagues take a break to facilitate this.
      Stadium 974 has already attracted tourists in QatarCredit: Rex
      Stadiums have been constructed and several are unique as Qatar prepared for the tournament
      Much like the 2022 World Cup, Stadium 974 is unique and has never been seen before.
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      Why is the Qatar World Cup stadium called Stadium 974?
      Designed by Fenwick Iribarren Architects, the stadium is constructed on the waterfront in Ras Abu Aboud.
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      The modern stadium will first host Mexico against Poland on Tuesday, 22 November and will then host the likes of France, Brazil and Argentina throughout the tournament, as well as a round of 16 clash.
      The unique name is due to its never before seen design as the stadium incorporates 974 recycled shipping containers. This number is significant as 974 is the dialling code for Qatar.
      The stadium was previously called the Ras Abu Aboud Stadium before the change of name.
      Inside Qatar’s sustainable Stadium 974 ahead of the 2022 World CupCredit: Reuters
      These containers will contain amenities such as bathrooms and concessions, and will be dismantled after the World Cup.
      Once taken apart, the 40,000 seater sustainable stadium will use the seats and containers to assist other under-developing countries. More

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      Blunder ref set to rake in £3MILLION for Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal matchball as he puts it up for auction

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      THE ball used for Diego Maradona’s infamous Hand of God goal is set to earn the referee who allowed it £3MILLION at auction.Maradona scored arguably the most controversial goal in football history at the 1986 World Cup against England when he punched the ball into the net after going up for a challenge with Peter Shilton.
      Diego Maradona scored the infamous Hand of God goal against EnglandCredit: Getty
      The matchball will be put up for auction next monthCredit: PA
      The referee and Diego Maradona years after the incidentCredit: EuroPics
      The referee Ali Bin Nasser, who met with the late Maradona years later, and his linesman never saw the obvious handball that helped Argentina beat the Three Lions 2-1 and make it through to the semi-finals before winning the World Cup.
      According to the Daily Mail, the match official is set to rake in the dosh over one of the most historic errors in football as the matchball of that game will go under the hammer in the UK next month.
      The Tunisian is selling the ball with Graham Budd Auctions on November 16 with bids expected to come in at around £2.5m-£3m.
      He claims he wants to share this big “part of international football history” and insists to this day that he didn’t see Maradona’s handball.
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      Bin Nasser said: “This ball is part of international football history – it feels like the right time to be sharing it with the world. At Mexico ’86 I was among the 42 referees at the tournament.
      “African referees didn’t get the same opportunities as those in Europe, so to be told by FIFA that I was chosen because I was among the best in the world was a huge honour and a career highlight.

      “As for Maradona’s first goal I couldn’t see the incident clearly, the two players Shilton and Maradona were facing me from behind.
      “As per FIFA’s instructions issued before the tournament I looked to my linesman for confirmation of the validity of the goal – he made his way back to the halfway line indicating he was satisfied that the goal should stand.
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      “At the end of the match the England head coach Bobby Robson said to me, ‘You did a good job but the linesman was irresponsible’.”
      That goal led to immense furore by England fans as well as players, such as Terry Butcher and Shilton, who are still seething to this day.
      Argentina went on to win the World Cup in 1986 after Diego Maradona’s handballCredit: Alamy
      Diego Maradona’s Hand of God goal is among the most controversial moments everCredit: Rex More

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      Why is Qatar hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

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      QATAR are hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which is taking place during the winter months.England will be looking for glory, hoping to push on from their semi-final defeat in the 2018 tournament in Russia.
      Gareth Southgate was in attendance at the 2022 World Cup draw, with England facing Iran, USA and WalesCredit: Getty
      Gareth Southgate’s men finished runners up in Euro 2020 also, and will be looking to bring home the World Cup in Qatar.
      Top domestic leagues take a break in order for the World Cup to take place in November and December this year, the first of its kind.
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      Why is Qatar hosting the World Cup?
      Back in 2010, Qatar clinched the rights to the World Cup in 2022 despite controversy surrounding their bid.
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      The Arab nation were up against USA, Japan, Australia and South Korea as they all bid to host the tournament in 2022.
      Qatar were seen as outsiders when the bidding process occurred but their public message based on attracting new football fans to the Middle East was in line with FIFA’s aim to expand world football.
      Qatar has been hit by World Cup fever ahead of the 2022 tournamentCredit: AFP
      Despite claims that Qatar had paid FIFA officials £3 million in bribes, they were cleared after a two-year investigation.
      Therefore, the Middle East nation are the host country for the 2022 tournament as 32 teams search for the trophy. More

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      Ex-Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel ‘is open to taking England job’ after shock Stamford Bridge sacking

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      THOMAS TUCHEL would be open to taking the England manager’s job, according to reports.The German was suddenly sacked by Chelsea’s new owners in September and replaced by Graham Potter.
      Thomas Tuchel could be open to managing EnglandCredit: Getty
      But after a month out of the game, Bild in Germany report Tuchel would consider the Three Lions gig if it became available at some stage in the future after the World Cup.
      Gareth Southgate is under the biggest pressure he has faced in his six years as head coach of the national team.
      England are winless in six matches going into next month’s winter tournament.
      And there is some suggestion Southgate could walk away from the job after Qatar 2022, regardless of how far his side go – although his contract runs until December 2024.
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      Tuchel’s successor Potter remains the favourite to be the next England manager, despite just signing a £50million, five-year contract at Stamford Bridge.
      Eddie Howe, Mauricio Pochettino and Steve Cooper are also among the likeliest candidates.
      Like Tuchel, Poch is a free agent because he remains currently out of work since leaving PSG.
      Tuchel, though, could be a more suitable candidate considering his record in knockout competitions.
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      The 49-year-old won the DFB-Pokal with Dortmund, the Coupe de France and Coupe de la Ligue at PSG then the Champions League and Club World Cup as Chelsea boss.
      He also has runner-up medals from five further major finals.
      Tuchel – who reportedly rejected an offer to take over at Bayer Leverkusen – said of his Blues exit: “This is one of the most difficult statements I have ever had to write – and it is one which I hoped I would not need to do for many years.
      “I am devastated that my time at Chelsea has come to an end.
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      “This is a club where I felt at home, both professionally and personally.
      “Thank you so much to all the staff, the players and the supporters for making me feel very welcome from the start.
      “The pride and joy I felt at helping the team to win the Champions League and the Club World Cup will stay with me forever.
      “I am honoured to have been a part of this club’s history and whatever the future holds for me, the memories of the last 18 months will always have a special place in my heart.”
      Gareth Southgate is under pressure but will manage England at the World CupCredit: AP More