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Man Utd legend Gary Neville calls for winter World Cup every 20 years ahead of Qatar 2022
by Philippa Kaur 3 April 2022, 09:53
GARY NEVILLE believes the World Cup should be held in winter every 20 years.The Manchester United legend insists the Middle East deserves to regularly host football’s biggest tournament despite the controversies surrounding Qatar 2022.
Gary Neville believes the Middle East should regularly host the World CupCredit: Sky Sports
That would mean staging it around November due to scorching temperatures that can surpass 50C in June and July – the traditional dates for the showpiece.
Ex-England defender Neville, 47, said: “We have to have a winter World Cup every 20 years.
“If you say you don’t, you’re saying you don’t think the Middle East as a region should have a World Cup because you can’t play in the middle of June in the Middle East.
“Forget Qatar, that’s a regional issue.
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“The World Cup will have to be shifted to our winter every 20 or 24 years if we’re going to be fair and give every region in the world access, which I think we all believe we should.
“America, Australasia, Asia, Africa, Europe – all should have access to the World Cup.”
Fifa’s decision to host the World Cup in Qatar has been widely criticised due to human rights issues in the country.
Treatment of migrant workers has caused outrage and the law around LGBTQ+ and women’s rights has sparked calls to boycott the tournament.
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Neville said: “I do believe the workers should live in far better accommodation and they should be paid more.
“They should be clearer on their position around LGBTQ+, however that is a religious factor not just in Qatar but in the whole region, that is an issue that exists in the whole region.
“And then you’ve got the approach to women’s rights as well – what happens in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Qatar – so that they have more equality and rights to be able to do things, just as men do.”
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England fans will be able to enjoy pints on the beach as Qatar eases strict alcohol rules for World Cup
by Philippa Kaur 2 April 2022, 22:25
ENGLAND fans will be able to enjoy a pint on the beach as Qatar’s strict alcohol rules are lifted for the World Cup.The news the usually dry Gulf State is easing its rules will be warmly welcomed by the thousands of supporters hoping to make the journey to cheer on the Three Lions.
Qatar will be opening up special ‘beach clubs’ selling beer for the World CupCredit: Getty
Qatar sells the most expensive beer in the world with a pint of Stella costing £11
Putting a dampener on any celebrations while out there though is that it could cost a fortune.
Usually, alcohol is only served in hotels where a pint of Stella Artois costs £11.
Berthold Trenkel, Qatar Tourism’s chief operating officer, told the Sunday People: “There will be alcohol available in more places.
“We will be opening up some beach clubs where beer will also be available. Fans will also be able to buy beer at kiosks once they are inside the perimeter of the stadiums.”
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But he added only zero-alcohol beer would be available inside grounds.
Fans have been warned about indulging too heavily in a drinking session and to respect local traditions.
Qatar has strict rules about public behaviour.
The news comes a day after England found out who their opponents will be in the first round of the World Cup.
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It all gets underway on November 21 and England will be in action on the opening day.
Gareth Southgate’s men were drawn in Group B along with Iran, USA and the winner of the Uefa play-offs – which will be either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine.
And England versus Iran will be the second one to take place with a 1pm kick off (GMT) at the Khalifa International Sports Stadium.
It is Friday night action next for the Three Lions, with the second group match against USA set for a 7pm start.
That one will be held at the Al Bayt Stadium on November 25.
Then England will be hoping for some Tuesday night delight in their final group clash.
The potential bumper Battle of Britain will be staged at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on November 29 with a 7pm kick off UK time.
Then should England qualify from the group they will be back in action that weekend.
Spurs fan Fil Sollof, 57, who booked his flights last week, welcomed the booze news.
“Getting a beer at a beach club sounds like a great idea. The vast majority of England fans will totally respect the rules and traditions of Qatar.
“Now the draw has been made I’m really excited – and think England have got a great chance.”
Earlier today a Sun investigation revealed that fans making the trip to Qatar will have to fork out more than £9,000 per night on a hotel.
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Fans will also have to fork out on direct return flights costing £1,063 and £724 for match tickets.
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World Cup 2022 draw LIVE: England kick-off times revealed with Iran game on opening day, Senegal vs Netherlands first
by Philippa Kaur 2 April 2022, 15:33
THE WORLD Cup 2022 draw has concluded – and England have drawn USA, Iran AND possibly Wales or Scotland in Group B.The Three Lions will begin their tournament on the opening day, where they will face the Iranians at 1pm.
The final team in Group B is the winner of the European play-off – meaning either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine will join the Three Lions.
Meanwhile Senegal will take on the Netherlands in the opening game, making Qatar the first World Cup since 1938 in which neither the holders nor the host nation have featured in the curtain-raiser.
Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
Group B: England, Iran, USA, European play-off winner
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D: France, Intercontinental play-off winner, Denmark, Tunisia
Group E: Spain, Intercontinental play-off winner, Germany, Japan
Group F: Belgium, Morocco, Croatia, Canada
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea
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Iran captain fears England
Iran’s captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh has revealed the Three Lions were the last team he wanted to face in the World Cup, after they were paired together in England’s group.
When asked if he was relishing the chance of playing against Gareth Southgate’s side, he told Sky Sports: “Not really, to be honest! England was the last team I would have picked, but it happened!
“England could easily have three top teams in the World Cup right now, they’re really well organised with the manager. They’ve worked together for a long time now and they know their strategy.
“Obviously the US are a strong side, they have a good generation now and most of their players are playing in Europe. And we still have to wait for the third team but we need to respect Scotland, Wales and Ukraine a lot. I don’t know a lot about Ukraine but the other two teams have made a lot of steps.
“It’s going to be very difficult to be honest but we’re going to be ready for it, prepared for it and we’re going to make our nation proud.”
Ghana’s extravagant kit
Ghana upset kit-lovers everywhere this week by eliminating Nigeria from World Cup 2022 contention.
But Thomas Partey and Co are set to gain a cult following of their own with their stunning jersey.
The Super Eagles had fans scrambling to the shops in 2018 to buy their glorious shirt used at that year’s World Cup.
And Ghana could now have a similar impact with their away kit.
The yellow, black, green and red effort features funky patterns as well as a lone black star – representing their team nickname.
Fans can currently pick up the Puma effort for £49 on sale – down from its original £70 price tag.
Marquinhos reacts to draw
Brazil star Marquinhos has given his opinion of the nation’s World Cup group.
He said: “It’s a draw similar to the 2018 World Cup. Switzerland and Serbia are with us again, they were complicated and tight matches. It will be another tight World Cup, with a very high level in many teams.
“I hope we will have a good group stage and qualify. There are no easy games in the World Cup, the three opponents we will play are very strong, they will give us a lot of trouble.
“We will have to be at our best from the first game.”
Brazil boss on Cameroon
Brazil boss Tite has admitted he doesn’t know much about World Cup opponents Cameroon.
Brazil were drawn alongside the African nation, Serbia and Switzerland in Group G.
But Tite revealed that his knowledge of Cameroon is limited.
He said to the BBC: “I have no deep knowledge about Cameroon.
“I have a general idea, but I can’t give you specific details as I was geared towards the World Cup qualifiers and in the direct preparation of the team.”
Sterling’s feeling good
Raheem Sterling is feeling optimistic ahead of the World Cup.
After finding out who England will play in the group stages, Sterling took to social media to express how he was feeling.
He simply wrote: “Let’s go.”
Matic on United and Maguire
Nemanja Matic admits Manchester United have not been good enough this season but defended teammate Harry Maguire against England’s boo-boys.
He said: “Harry Maguire did not serve that. I think that he played very well for England at the last Euros. He did fantastic so I don’t understand them.
“We have to be honest and say almost every player has to do more, has to give more.
“We have to do better as a team here. There is no more excuse.
“The last nine games we need to win seven or eight.”
Van Gaal on World Cup group
Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal has admitted that he has never seen Qatar play in a competitive match.
Holland were placed into Group A alongside the World Cup hosts and will be the favourites to progress to the round-of-16.
Ecuador and Africa Cup of Nations winners Senegal were also drawn in the group, but Van Gaal is clearly not phased about who his side will face.
The ex-Man United boss said: “I don’t know if this is a nice draw, I don’t know much about these countries.
“I have been in Senegal on holiday two years ago, I have never been in Ecuador, I have never seen Qatar play.”
Iran and USA’s game view
Iran coach Dragan Skocic has said his nation’s game with the USA in the World Cup has nothing to do with politics despite the two countries’ frosty relationship.
He said: “I am not political. I am focusing on football.
“My team and I will therefore only concentrate on sporting matters and prepare for the games in the best possible way.”
Martinez on Argentina’s hopes
Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez reckons Argentina will win the World Cup as they’re the best team in the world.
Martinez will join Lionel Messi and Co as Argentina look to lift the trophy for the first time.
And he reckons the South American side nation can’t be stopped.
Martinez said: “No one else can be a favourite when the best in the world is ours.”
World Cup prize money
England have a huge incentive to lift the World Cup as the competition’s winner will get £32million, reports claim.
However, if the Three Lions finish runners up they will get £22.8m.
And Gareth Southgate’s side, along with the rest of the World Cup participants will get £1.1m each to prepare for the contest, according to Statista.
Saliba wants first-team football
Arsenal star William Saliba has revealed he needs to be playing regular football to be in with a shot of getting a spot in France’s World Cup team.
The Gunners ace is on loan at Marseille and has no intention of returning to The Emirates unless he gets to start consistently.
He said to L’Equipe: “Of course, I can’t just be on the bench at Arsenal and be happy.
“I want to play as a starter. After that, if I get into the rotation as a substitute, it’s not like staying with the Under-23s and never being in the squad.”
Neymar’s no longer No.1
Neymar won’t be the main threat for Brazil in the World Cup later this year, according to the country’s media.
The country have a new set of stars to entertain the masses led by Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior, they claim.
A journalist for UOL Esporte: “Neymar has not been the most important player in the Brazilian team for some time.
“You have Marquinhos, Casemiro, Paquetá now and Vinícius Júnior is coming.
“As a protagonist, he doesn’t work. And I think the national team is getting certain independence from Neymar in this final stretch of preparation.”
Looking forward to it
USA ace Christian Pulisic has revealed that Chelsea team-mate and England star Mason Mount was the first person to call him after the World Cup draw.
The two Blues pals will face each other in the group stages after England and USA were drawn in the same group.
And Pulisic is relishing the chance to play against Mount.
He said: “Of course playing against England is exciting. It’s funny you know, the first call I got was from Mason on my team and we’re already talking, excited, looking forward to the game.
“It’s obviously a big team (England) and I know a lot of these guys but I think it’s a really nice match up and something that we’re definitely excited about.”
Hoddle on England’s World Cup hopes
Glenn Hoddle thinks England are ready to win the World Cup.
He told Betfair: “It’s a very favourable draw and I see England as one of the favourites to win the competition.
“I can’t see any hurdles that England could fall at in the group, even if we got a draw against one of them I still think we would qualify.
“England can win the World Cup. Gareth has got a great record, he’s taken them to the semi-final of the last World Cup and he got to the final of the Euros.
“If England are a race horse they are ready to win. They’re one of the favourites and this group of players are capable of winning the tournament.”
Japan have no fear
Japan have no fear going into the World Cup despite being drawn in the Group of death along with Spain and Germany.
They’ll also have to take on the winner of a play-off tie between Costa Rica and New Zealand who will take group E’s last spot.
But Japan’s boss Hajime Moriyasu is looking forward to rubbing shoulders with the big boys.
He said: “To be drawn against teams that have experience of winning the World Cup is meaningful for us because we’re aiming to take on the best in the world.
“We’ll start analysing our opponents, but we won’t be looking at them as being better than us. We want to bring out our own strengths.”
Messi’s World Cup?
Argentina legend Javier Zanetti has high hopes for Lionel Messi at the World Cup.
Messi’s yet to lift the World Cup with his country but Zanetti hopes Argentina’s Copa America win will spur Messi and Co to glory in Qatar.
He said: “Messi is very happy. I see him happy playing with the Argentine national team; hopefully, it will be his World Cup.
“Winning the Copa América did us good because it freed us after many years without winning a title.”
Southgate’s group stage view
England boss Gareth Southgate has given his thoughts on the Three Lions’ group stage opponents.
He said: “It’s intriguing isn’t it, because we’ve never played Iran. And then the States … I’ve met (US coach) Gregg (Berhalter) a lot recently, so we’ve had some good chats and he’s got them vastly improved.
“The third game is going to be a highly emotional game whoever it is. We all know where our thoughts are with Ukraine and we have to see whether they are even able to play or not.
“And of course if it’s one of the British teams, we’ve been through that in tournaments recently. So they become unique games, really. Form is totally out of the window.”
England’s route after group stage
Then should England qualify from the group they will be back in action that weekend.
Depending on if they top it or go through in second place, the Three Lions will face a team from Group A on either Saturday 3 or Sunday 4 December.
If they finish second, then it will be a 3pm clash on the Saturday.
But if they win the group, then they will be in action on Sunday at 7pm.
England’s group stage matches
It is set to be a condensed schedule with FOUR matches played on the opening match-day of the showpiece event.
And England versus Iran will be the second one to take place with a 1pm kick off (GMT) at the Khalifa International Sports Stadium.
It is Friday night action next for our men, with the second group match against USA set for a 7pm start.
That one will be held at the Al Bayt Stadium on November 25.
Then England will be hoping for some Tuesday night delight in their final group clash.
The potential bumper Battle of Britain will be staged at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on November 29 with a 7pm kick off UK time.
England’s World Cup run
England’s World Cup schedule has been revealed – and it will all begin with a Manic Monday!
The Three Lions head to Qatar later this year with the tournament due to take place in winter for the first time in history.
It all gets underway on November 21 and England will be in action on the opening day.
Gareth Southgate’s men were drawn in Group B along with Iran, USA and the winner of the Uefa play-offs – which will be either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine.
One more to go
There’s still one spot up for grabs in the World Cup as the last play-off game between Scotland and Ukraine is yet to be decided.
The winner of the game delayed due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will face Wales in the final play-off tie.
FIFA are determined to get the last UEFA World Cup qualifying spot wrapped up by the end of June.
The plan is for the semi-final and the final to both be pencilled in for the same month to speed up the process.
Which could mean a very busy schedule for Wales who have UEFA Nations League fixtures to work around.
And for either Scotland or Ukraine who are exactly in the same boat.
It’s all Lou to me
Louis Van Gaal has admitted that he doesn’t know much about Holland’s Group A opponents at the Qatar World Cup.
But he did reveal that he went on holiday to Senegal a few years back who are in the group.
And it’s been announced that Van Gaal’s troops will take on the African nation in the tournament’s opening game.
Opening game revealed
A new opening game for the World Cup has been announced.
After it was revealed that host nation Qatar won’t participate in the tournament’s opener.
The new first game will be played between Senegal and Holland, the BBC reported.
African Champions Senegal vs. The Netherlands will now be the opening match of World Cup.That is a great match to kick-off with.— John Bennett (@JohnBennettBBC) April 2, 2022
Qatar NOT in opening game
The World Cup 2022 fixtures have been revealed.
And for the first time since 1938, neither the host nation nor the holder will be involved in the opening match.
Here is how the first day of the tournament – November 21 – will look.
Group A: Senegal vs Netherlands (10am)
Group B: England vs Iran (1pm)
Group A: Qatar vs Ecuador (4pm)
Group B: United States vs Wales or Scotland / Ukraine (7pm)
Summary of yesterday’s 2022 World Cup draw
The World Cup 2022 draw is complete – and England have drawn USA, Iran AND possibly Wales or Scotland in Group B.
The final team in Group B is the winner of the European play-off – meaning either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine will join the Three Lions.
But European champions Italy will NOT be in Qatar, having surprisingly lost 1-0 in their qualifier against North Macedonia.
Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
Group B: England, Iran, USA, European play-off winner
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D: France, Intercontinental play-off winner, Denmark, Tunisia
Group E: Spain, Intercontinental play-off winner, Germany, Japan
Group F: Belgium, Morocco, Croatia, Canada
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea
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Ghana’s incredible World Cup 2022 kit can make up for lack of iconic Nigeria strip after they KO African rivals
by Philippa Kaur 2 April 2022, 14:21
GHANA upset kit-lovers everywhere this week by eliminating Nigeria from World Cup 2022 contention.But Thomas Partey and Co are set to gain a cult following of their own with their stunning jersey.
Ghana prevailed in the battle of popular kitsCredit: AP
Thomas Partey and Co are heading to the World CupCredit: AP
The Super Eagles had fans scrambling to the shops in 2018 to buy their glorious shirt used at that year’s World Cup.
And Ghana could now have a similar impact with their away kit.
The yellow, black, green and red effort features funky patterns as well as a lone black star – representing their team nickname.
Fans can currently pick up the Puma effort for £49 on sale – down from its original £70 price tag.
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One Arsenal fan gushed about the kit on Twitter, writing: “Both the home and away ones are absolute class. Puma were definitely holding out on us.”
A second wrote: “Really beautiful. I think that it is a tribute to traditional Ghanaian fabric designs I think it is called kente.”
Another added: “Consistently African countries always seem to have the best kits in my opinion.”
A fourth swooned: “Love both this and the home kit, Puma went off.”
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Ghana required away goals to edge past Nigeria in a tense play-off.
The African giants drew 0-0 in the first leg in Ghana, before meeting again in Lagos on Tuesday.
Arsenal ace Partey fired his side into the lead after just ten minutes, before Watford star William Troost-Ekong levelled from the spot 12 minutes later.
Victor Osimhen subsequently had a goal disallowed, with Partey’s away goal enough to see Ghana through.
The Black Stars have been drawn in a tough Group H in Qatar, alongside World Cup regulars Portugal, Uruguay and South Korea.
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World Cup 2022 fixtures: Senegal vs Netherlands in opening game, England vs Iran second – Qatar dates & kick-off times
by Philippa Kaur 2 April 2022, 08:13
ENGLAND will be playing Iran on the opening day of the World Cup 2022 in Qatar.This will be the first time in the tournament’s history that it will be contested for during winter, with the big event starting on November 21.
England’s World Cup fixtures have been revealed
And it is set to be a condensed schedule with FOUR matches played on the opening match-day of the showpiece event.
However, fans of the competition will not have to miss a single minute of the action with all the details of the encounters detailed below.
What are the most important dates for the World Cup?
The group stages will open its curtains on November 21.
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 December 18.
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World Cup full fixture dates
The fixture list has been revealed for the World Cup 2022, following the big draw.
Group stage
Monday, November 21
Group A: Senegal vs Netherlands (10am)
Group B: England vs Iran (1pm)
Group A: Qatar vs Ecuador (4pm)
Group B: United States vs Wales or Scotland / Ukraine (7pm)
Tuesday, November 22
Group C: Argentina vs Saudi Arabia (10am)
Group D: Denmark vs Tunisia (1pm)
Group C: Mexico vs Poland (4pm)
Group D: France vs Peru or Australia / United Arab Emirates (7pm)
Tuesday, November 22
Group F: Morocco vs Croatia (10am)
Group E: Germany vs Japan (1pm)
Group E: Spain vs Costa Rica or New Zealand (4pm)
Group F: Belgium vs Canada (7pm)
Wednesday, November 24
Group G: Switzerland vs Cameroon (10am)
Group H: Uruguay vs South Korea (1pm)
Group H: Portugal vs Ghana (4pm)
Group G: Brazil vs Serbia (7pm)
Friday, November 25
Group B: Wales or Scotland / Ukraine vs Iran (10am)
Group A: Qatar vs Senegal (1pm)
Group A: Netherlands vs Ecuador (4pm)
Group B: England vs United States (7pm)
Saturday, November 26
Group D: Tunisia vs Peru or Australia / United Arab Emirates (10am)
Group C: Poland vs Saudi Arabia (1pm)
Group D: France vs Denmark (4pm)
Group C: Argentina vs Mexico (7pm)
Sunday, November 27
Group E: Japan vs Costa Rica or New Zealand (10am)
Group F: Belgium vs Morocco (1pm)
Group F: Croatia vs Canada (4pm)
Group E: Spain vs Germany (7pm)
Monday, November 28
Group G: Cameroon vs Serbia (10am)
Group H: South Korea vs Ghana (1pm)
Group G: Brazil vs Switzerland (4pm)
Group H: Portugal vs Uruguay (7pm)
Tuesday, November 29
Group A: Netherlands vs Qatar (3pm)
Group A: Ecuador vs Senegal (3pm)
Group B: Wales or Scotland / Ukraine vs England (7pm)
Group B: Iran vs United States (7pm)
Wednesday, November 30
Group D: Tunisia vs France (3pm)
Group D: Peru or Australia / United Arab Emirates vs Denmark (3pm)
Group C: Poland vs Argentina (7pm)
Group C: Saudi Arabia vs Mexico (7pm)
Thursday, December 1
Group F: Croatia vs Belgium (3pm)
Group F: Canada vs Morocco (3pm)
Group E: Japan vs Spain (7pm)
Group E: Costa Rica or New Zealand vs Germany (7pm)
Friday, December 2
Group H: South Korea vs Portugal (3pm)
Group H: Ghana vs Uruguay (3pm)
Group G: Cameroon vs Brazil (7pm)
Group G: Serbia vs Switzerland (7pm)
Last 16
Saturday, December 3
Match 49: Winners Group A vs Runners-up Group B (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: Winners Group A vs Runners-up Group B (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 F (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)
What are the kick-off times for the World Cup?
The Qatar time zone is three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time which means that games will be played earlier in the UK than locally.
FIFA have stated that the first two rounds of games will kick-off at 1pm, 4pm, 7pm and 10pm local time – 10am, 1pm, 4pm and 7pm UK time.
However, the kick-off timings in the final round of group fixtures and knock-out ties will be at 6pm and 10pm local time – 3pm and 7pm UK time.
Leaving the final to be scheduled at 6pm local time – 3pm UK time.
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England’s opening World Cup fixtures set to prompt a run of hangover sickies — as games all take place on weekdays
by Philippa Kaur 1 April 2022, 22:23
ENGLAND’S opening World Cup fixtures are likely to prompt a run of hangover sickies — as they all take place on weekdays.The Three Lions start their campaign against 500-1 outsiders Iran on Monday, November 21.
England’s opening World Cup fixtures are likely to prompt a run of hangover sickies — as they all take place on weekdays.Credit: Getty
The World Cup draw in QatarCredit: Getty
Gregg Berhalter’s USA side is up next on Friday, November 25.
Depending on kick-off time, we may see millions bunking off work or flooding to town centre pubs.
England’s final group match takes place on Tuesday, November 29, when they meet Scotland, Wales or Ukraine.
By then, the match will, hopefully, be a dead rubber with England top of the group, but the entire world could be rooting for Ukraine.
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Iran will take on its old enemy the United States on the same day.
Kick-offs are still to be announced but the Qatar timezone is three hours ahead of GMT.
FIFA say the first two rounds of games will start at 10am, 1pm, 4pm and 7pm UK time.
But the final group fixtures and knock-out ties will be at 3pm and 7pm UK time.
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World Cup 2022 draw LIVE: England draw USA and Iran and possibly Wales or Scotland – fixtures and kick off LATEST
by Philippa Kaur 1 April 2022, 21:45
THE WORLD Cup 2022 draw has concluded – and England have drawn USA, Iran AND possibly Wales or Scotland in Group B.The final team in Group B is the winner of the European play-off – meaning either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine will join the Three Lions.
But European champions Italy will NOT be in Qatar, having surprisingly lost 1-0 in their qualifier against North Macedonia.
Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
Group B: England, Iran, USA, European play-off winner
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D: France, Intercontinental play-off winner, Denmark, Tunisia
Group E: Spain, Intercontinental play-off winner, Germany, Japan
Group F: Belgium, Morocco, Croatia, Canada
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea
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France
Coach: Didier Deschamps
World Cup best: Winners 1998, 2018
Les Bleus turned a limited game-plan into maximum reward in Russia, defending with resolve, showing poise in the middle and then attacking with pace and conviction.
They are a better side with Karim Benzema to augment Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann, though all of France wonders what version of Paul Pogba will show up.
The Euro 2020 flop will burn deep for them.
Tunisia – profile
Coach: Jalel Kadri
Star man: Wahbi Khazri
World Cup best: Group stage 1978, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2018
The Carthage Eagles put up a hell of a fight before Harry Kane’s knock-out blow in Volgograd in 2018 but since then faith in the team has taken a knock.
Qualifying in the play-off with Mali, due to a disastrous back pass own goal, came after managing just two shots on target in 180 minutes, summed up their limitations.
Skipper Khazri is far from a regular for St Etienne in France.
Spain – profile
Coach: Luis Enrique
Star man: Pedri
World Cup best: Winners 2010
Spain underwhelmed with their last 16 exit in Russia, after a group phase debacle in Brazil.
But reaching the Euro 2020 semis suggested Luis Enrique and his young team can think of returning to former glories.
La Furia Roja, though, still lack the natural finisher that many of their rivals boast and that could be their downfall once again.
Canada – profile
Coach: John Herdman
Star man: Alphonso Davies
World Cup best: 1986 group stage
Consett-born former Sunderland youth team coach Herdman has made a name for himself in New Zealand and now Canada and qualifying before the US and Mexico was a genuine feat.
Bayern Munich left-back Davies and Lille striker Jonathan David are among more than half the likely squad plying their trade in Europe.
Outsiders, of course, but making to Qatar was a massive success.
Brazil – profile
Coach: Tite
Star man: Neymar
World Cup best: Winners 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002
Expectations on the “Selecao” are always mountainous but the past four World Cups have been a huge disappointment, writes MARTIN LIPTON.
Neymar’s reputation hinges on him making a real impact on the game’s biggest stage.
Tite has built a functional side, rather than one in the grand Brazilian traditions.
But Qatar will be neutral territory and his side will be the local “favourites” once the Arabic nations are eliminated. That could prove a factor.
England’s fixtures booked in
England will start their Qatar World Cup campaign on the opening day of the tournament.
Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions will face Iran on Monday, November 21.
England will then play USA on November 25, before what could be a tasty final game of Group B on November 29.
The 1966 World Cup winners will face either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine.
Wales have already reached the final and will take on the winner of Scotland vs Ukraine – to be played in June, with England forced to wait over two months to find out their final group-stage opponent.
England’s path to glory
When asked about the World Cup draw earlier this week, England midfielder Jack Grealish said: “As a group we don’t really fear anyone”.
And to win the coveted prize, they most likely will have to beat the very best the World has to offer.
If England top the group, their most likely opponent in the last-16 is the runner-up from Group A, possibly Senegal.
After that, there are many variations that could come into play, but it could be France in the quarter-final.
If the Three Lions get past Les Blues, Argentina and Brazil could be lying in wait.
Top Seed in his group
Former Holland and AC Milan ace Clarence Seedorf looked dapper in his black suit and bow tie, with wife Sophia Makramati, at the Qatar World Cup draw.
And there were plenty of other big names of the sport turning up, including Brazil’s Kaka and Italian icon Andrea Pirlo.
England boss Gareth Southgate was of course in attendance, as he found out who his Three Lions will have to get past to reach the knockout stages.
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The “Group of Death?”
At the moment, Group E and Group H look like the toughest groups to escape.
Spain vs Germany in Group E is certainly one to look forward to, Japan are not a side to underestimate, and New Zealand or Costa Rica could prove to be strong contenders.
Meanwhile, Portugal and Uruguay will likely battle it out for the top spots in Group H.
Korea Republic and Ghana will not be easy to beat.
Fan reaction
One USA fan took to Twitter to say: “As a US fan, if England don’t get all three wins it’d be very disappointing. Easiest group stage in a very long time. US will get second.”
Someone else added: “Doesn’t get much kinder, yet again.”
An optimistic England supporter said: “It’s coming home!”
“Hopefully we can go one step further”
When speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, England defender Kyle Walker said: “Over the last two years we’ve come to adapt to playing every three days.
“Going into the World Cup a week after the last Premier League game works in our favour.
“We’ll take each game as it goes, one step at a time and hopefully we can go one step further and win the World Cup.
“We know how to win and manage games now.”
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Raheem Sterling reacts
Third time lucky?
England and USA have been drawn together for third time at the World Cup, with England remaining winless in the previous two, losing in 1950 and drawing in 2010.
“I’m pleased with the group”
When speaking to BBC Sport, USA manager Gregg Berhalter said:
“We think it’s a good group. Every opponent in the World Cup is difficult.
“With England it’s an exciting match-up, Iran are a diverse opponent who did well in qualifying and then we’ll have to wait to see our third opponent.
“Overall I’m pleased with the group and excited to get started.
“We played Wales recently in a friendly, we know Scotland and then you’re pulling for Ukraine naturally because of what’s happening in the country.
“We [Gareth Southgate and I] go way back. He’s a guy I look up to. He’s always been there for me and given me advice.
“When I first took the job I looked to him as a mentor. I’m looking forward to competing against him.
“I just reached out to him when I got the job and asked would he tell me more about international football. And being the guy he was, he did.”
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“We’ve got to get out of the group… then we build from there”
When speaking to BBC Sport, England boss Gareth Southgate said: “USA and Iran are teams we’ve not played for a while and the third is an unknown but throws up a possible British derby.
“We’ve got to get out of the group. Out first objective is to get out of the group and then we build from there.
“In this situation all of our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, so when that tie is played out is irrelevant really.
“When you’re seeded you get the advantage of missing out on those big six or seven teams.
“Most of the first seeds would be pleased with the group they get. There are some highly ranked teams in pot two.
“The USA are an interesting one. They’ve got some very good players and we know what they could be capable of, so that one in particular is an intriguing one.”
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“Playing on the opening day will be incredible”
England captain Harry Kane has reacted to the draw.
He took to Twitter to say: “Always exciting to see who we get in the group!
“Playing on the opening day will be incredible as well.”
James McFadden reacts
When speaking for BBC Sport, the former Scotland forward said: “We’ve got play-offs we have to worry about first.
“It’s a big enough incentive to get to the World Cup but to be in a group with England is great and that will motivate the players.
“It won’t be easy against Ukraine in the play-offs. If we manage to get through that and play Wales in the final then that is a huge game in the final.
“Scotland have a not bad record against Wales and Scotland are in a good place at the moment.
“Our performance at Wembley in the Euros showed the potential of this Scotland team.
“They’ve responded well to going out in the group stage at the Euros and there’s competition for places all over the pitch.”
A trip down Memory Lane
Many England fans will never forget Rob Green’s goalkeeping howler against The USA at the 2010 World Cup…
And by the look of things, he hasn’t either!
Ashley Williams reacts
When speaking for BBC Sport, former Wales captain Ashley Williams said: “No disrespect to anyone, all the teams are good but it could have been a little bit more daunting in another potential group.
“I’m quite happy but there’s a lot of work to do before then.
“They [Wales] just want to get there anyway for their own reasons [not just to face England].
“Of course one of Wales or Scotland usually draw England.”
Alan Shearer reacts
When speaking for BBC Sport, Shearer said: “This is the one thing in not having that ‘group of death’.It is pretty much open.
“I have to say that I am pleased Scotland, Wales or Ukraine got put in England’s group. It adds that little bit more excitement.
“If it is Wales or Scotland it makes it a bit tougher.”
“Gareth will look at that and think it could have been a lot more difficult.
“I am sure he and his players will be happy with that.”
The World Cup groups in full
England will face Iran, The USA and either Scotland, Wales or Ukraine in the group stages of the tournament.
More from Martin Lipton
We all remember how “E(ngland), A(lgeria), S(lovenia), Y(anks) wasn’t so easy in 2010.
But Southgate and his men could hardly have got a more favourable draw.
They would expect to cruise through to the last eight.
Wales and Scotland, though, will doubtless have other ideas.
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No surprise that England have never previously played a British side at the World Cup Finals.
Nor have they played Ukraine, although they beat them in the 2012 and 2020 (well, 2021 actually) Euros.
Harry Kane scored twice in Rome in that 4-0 win, Wayne Rooney the only goal in Donetsk in 2012.
Latest from Martin Lipton
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England v USA Nov 25
England v Wales, Scotland or Ukraine Nov 29
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Azpilicueta Barcelona transfer LATEST, PSG in for Antony, Kalvin Phillips contract UPDATE, updates on the draw
by Philippa Kaur 1 April 2022, 21:44
PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are the latest club to show interest in Ajax wonderkid Antony according to reports.Manchester United and Chelsea have been heavily on his tail, but the French giants are eager to swoop him from under their noses.
Meanwhile, Leeds midfield maestro Kalvin Phillips is set to cause a huge blow to admirers having confirmed that he wants to sign a new contract at Elland Road.
And Chelsea look set to lose captain Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer this summer to Barcelona.
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Summary of 2022 World Cup draw
The World Cup 2022 draw has concluded – and England have drawn USA, Iran AND possibly Wales or Scotland in Group B.
The final team in Group B is the winner of the European play-off – meaning either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine will join the Three Lions.
But European champions Italy will NOT be in Qatar, having surprisingly lost 1-0 in their qualifier against North Macedonia.
Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
Group B: England, Iran, USA, European play-off winner
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D: France, Intercontinental play-off winner, Denmark, Tunisia
Group E: Spain, Intercontinental play-off winner, Germany, Japan
Group F: Belgium, Morocco, Croatia, Canada
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea
England’s fixtures booked in
England will start their Qatar World Cup campaign on the opening day of the tournament.
Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions will face Iran on Monday, November 21.
England will then play USA on November 25, before what could be a tasty final game of Group B on November 29.
The 1966 World Cup winners will face either Wales, Scotland or Ukraine.
Wales have already reached the final and will take on the winner of Scotland vs Ukraine – to be played in June, with England forced to wait over two months to find out their final group-stage opponent.
The “Group of Death?”
At the moment, Group E and Group H look like the toughest groups to escape.
Spain vs Germany in Group E is certainly one to look forward to, Japan are not a side to underestimate, and New Zealand or Costa Rica could prove to be strong contenders.
Meanwhile, Portugal and Uruguay will likely battle it out for the top spots in Group H.
Korea Republic and Ghana will not be easy to beat.
England’s World Cup 2022 group games
England v Iran November 21
England v USA Nov 25
England v Wales, Scotland or Ukraine Nov 29
“We’ve got to get out of the group… then we build from there”
When speaking to BBC Sport, England boss Gareth Southgate said: “USA and Iran are teams we’ve not played for a while and the third is an unknown but throws up a possible British derby.
“We’ve got to get out of the group. Out first objective is to get out of the group and then we build from there.
“In this situation all of our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, so when that tie is played out is irrelevant really.
“When you’re seeded you get the advantage of missing out on those big six or seven teams.
“Most of the first seeds would be pleased with the group they get. There are some highly ranked teams in pot two.
“The USA are an interesting one. They’ve got some very good players and we know what they could be capable of, so that one in particular is an intriguing one.”
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The World Cup groups in full
Here are the groups in full, with a couple of play-offs still to play.
England could play a fellow British side at the World Cup for the first time.
It’s no surprise that England have never previously played a British side at the World Cup Finals.
Nor have they played Ukraine, although they beat them in the 2012 and 2020 Euros.
Harry Kane scored twice in Rome in that 4-0 win, Wayne Rooney the only goal in Donetsk in 2012.
England will play Scotland/Wales/Ukraine
Scotland/Wales/Ukraine join England, Iran and USA in Group B.
England vs Iran
England have never played Iran – for obvious reasons, writes MARTIN LIPTON.
Now Southgate’s team will begin their glory push against them, probably at 7pm on November 21 and likely to be at the Khalifa Stadium where Fabio Capello’s England lost to Brazil in a 2009 friendly.
But USA v Iran is the “mother of all football battles”, once again.
England vs USA
USA will be England’s second opponents.
Three Lions have played USA twice in the World Cup – and never won.
Infamously lost 1-0 in Belo Horizonte in 1950.
Rob Green never really came back from his howler in the 1-1 draw in Rustenburg in 2010, after Steven Gerrard scored with the first shot of the match.
England will play Iran
Iran join England and USA in Group B.
England will play USA
The USA join England in Group B.
England in Group B
England have been drawn in Group B.
We await the competitors.
The Draw Conductors are out
Jermaine Jenas, Carli Lloyd and Samantha Johnson come onto the stage to conduct the draw…
Eventually….
Hopefully.
Qatar draw has begun
The World Cup 2022 draw is now LIVE.
Follow along with SunSport’s live updates on our Wolrd Cup draw blog.
World Cup Soundtrack
The first of many songs on the 2022 Qatar World Cup album has been announced.
Hayya Hayya (Better Together) is the first single of the multi-song Official Soundtrack.
It features Trinidad Cardona, Davido & Aisha.
No Ser
Sergio Aguero was forced to retire from professional football last year due to a heart problem, so he will not be playing at this year’s World Cup.
He recently revealed that he had been offered a staff role with Argentina, however he turned it down as he wants to go to Qatar as a fan.
When speaking to ESPN, he said: “The invitation to be part of Argentina’s staff was on the table.
“I spoke with Chiqui [Tapia, Argentina Football Association president] and I was clear with him about my goal to enjoy my time.
“I’m going to Qatar, but as a fan.
“I have a great relationship with everyone from the national team but I don’t see myself in the coaching staff and with the players on a day-to-day basis. They are asking for a role that isn’t for me right now.
“I had a talk with [Messi], he and Scaloni gave me an idea of what they wanted from me.
“I asked them for some time to think about it and then told Chiqui that I wasn’t ready for that.
“I will be available for any event related to the Argentina national team, as an ambassador but I don’t want a day-to-day responsibility with the team.”
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Pot luck
Here’s a reminder of the pots for this afternoon’s World Cup draw.
Pot 1: Qatar, Brazil, Belgium, France, Portugal, England, Argentina, Spain.
Pot 2: Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Mexico, USA, Uruguay, Croatia.
Pot 3: Japan, Serbia, Iran, Morocco, South Korea, Senegal, Poland, Canada.
Pot 4: Ecuador, Cameroon, Saudi Arabia, Ghana, Peru, Wales/Scotland/Ukraine, Costa Rica/New Zealand, UAE/Australia/Peru
“We’re not going to fear anyone”
When asked about the World Cup draw earlier this week, England midfielder Jack Grealish said:
“As a group we don’t really fear anyone. It’ll show in our performances.
“I think I saw something the other day saying that we haven’t been beat over 90 minutes since November 2020 or something like that so I think, yeah, at the moment we have such a confident group and looking ahead to the draw we’re all going to be excited and we’re not going to fear anyone”
Chelsea injury updates
Boss Thomas Tuchel spoke in the press-conference ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Brentford.
The German gaffer seemed in high spirits after the international break as he gave the injury updates.
He said: “Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ben Chillwell will miss the game tomorrow.
“Callum still has some lower-back problems.
“Everyone else was in training.”
Spider-mount
Mason Mount has swapped the football pitch for the dance floor – showing off his ‘Spider-Mase’ moves to the Spider-Man theme tune.
The 30-second clip shows the England star, 23, using his famous football skills to perform several kick-ups while donning the famous Spidey suit.
Sharing it with his 2.7 million TikTok followers, Mount ends the clip by performing the famous Spider-Man web shooter pose, as a homage to his favourite superhero character.
The Chelsea midfielder then removes the mask to unveil himself.
The Marvel mega fan teamed up with Sony Pictures to mark the home entertainment release of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
He’s such a fan, Mount is even considering a future move to appear on the big screen if he was offered a role in a future Spider-Man movie. 
Maximum effort
Eddie Howe has demanded maximum buy-in from maverick Allan Saint-Maximin, OSCAR PAUL WRITES.
“You will never make Maxi be like another winger, he’s unique, and the team has to work around that uniqueness.
“For a player of his type, consistency will always be an issue … but as long as we get the buy-in from him to the team and he is really committed to the things he finds more difficult – recovery runs and working off the ball – the other things will take care of themselves.
“It’s something I’ve had to learn quite quickly because over-coaching him is a negative.
“Part of the strength of Allan is that you can almost let him do his stuff.
“You don’t want him over-thinking the game because his natural talent is so impulsive.
“So I’ve tried to strike that balance while also giving him guidelines that the team needs him to deliver. It’s quite a delicate thing.”
Saint-Maximin, 25, is back up to speed following the international break and he is in line to start against Tottenham tomorrow.
Howe added: “We are just looking for the best Maxi – when he is at his best there is no one like him.
“I’ve never coached anyone quite like him, and that’s a positive thing.
“But it’s about harnessing that and trying to make that function for the team.”
Fifa president’s Italy heartbreak
Fifa president Gianni Infantino “really wants to cry” after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup again.
He told Rai Sport: “I really want to cry.
“For all the Italians it is sad, it is the second World Cup in a row in which the Azzurri do not participate.
“And if they qualify for the next World Cup it will be 12 years of absence.”
Ten Hag ADMITS United talks
Erik Ten Hag has called Manchester United a “great club” – and admits that talks are “always” ongoing with representatives from other teams.
Speaking to broadcaster Sport1, he said: “People know each other in our business.
“There are always talks with representatives from other clubs, that’s normal.
“Man United is a big club with great fans. But I can only repeat that my full focus is on Ajax.”
Ukraine want friendy with Prem club
Ukraine manager Oleksandr Petrakov wants to play a Premier League side to prepare for his nation’s play-off tie with Scotland.
Petrakov’s got his eyes set on a game at Wembley, preferably with a London club.
He told the Guardian: “We could play at Wembley, for example, against a London club.
“It could be a good exhibition game, a response for the Ukrainian army, as well as preparatory work for the Scotland game.”
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