World Cup Qatar 2022 news and updates

World Cup 2022 news and updates

In lieu of Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal defeated Switzerland 6-1 in the World Cup round of 16, and Goncalo Ramos scored a hat-trick. Portugal had no misgivings about benching Ronaldo.

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Hazard retires from international football

After Belgium was eliminated from the World Cup group stage in Qatar, Eden Hazard announced his retirement from international football.

Over the course of a 14-year career, the captain of the national team scored 33 goals in 126 international matches. At the 2018 World Cup, Hazard helped Belgium finish in third place.

“A page turns today,” the forward wrote on Instagram. “Thank you for your love. Thank you for your unparalleled support. Thank you for all this happiness shared since 2008.

“I have decided to put an end to my international career. The succession is ready. I will miss you…”

Rashford: I’d rather team did well than win Golden Boot

Marcus Rashford is confident that England winning the World Cup comes before any individual honours, despite having a chance to win the Golden Boot during the tournament.

Rashford: I was having treatment when Beckham came!

Marcus Rashford admits he was gutted not to meet up with David Beckham, who had visited the England squad in Qatar, as he was having treatment at the time!

Michael Oliver to officiate Brazil-Croatia quarter-final

The World Cup quarterfinal between Croatia and Brazil on Friday will be officiated by a squad of English officials.

Michael Oliver, a Premier League referee, will officiate alongside assistant referees Gary Beswick and Stuart Burt.

Faye White’s greatest World Cup XI

Faye White, a former women’s captain for both England and Arsenal, has selected her all-time World Cup XI. After his legendary goal against Argentina in France 98, there are no arguments against Dennis Bergkamp making an appearance.

Neuer (GER), Ramos (ESP), Moore (ENG), Maldini (ITA), C. Ronaldo (POR), Modric (CRO), Zidane (FRA), De Bruyne (BEL), Messi (ARG), Pele (BRA), Bergkamp (NED).

Flick to stay on as Germany boss

According to Sky Germany, Hansi Flick will continue in his role as national team head coach of Germany.

Despite Germany being eliminated from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar in the group stage, the 57-year-old will complete the duration of his contract through the end of Euro 2024.

Mbappe back in training for France

Kylian Mbappe will be back in France training for a closed session tonight.

He underwent a recovery routine on Tuesday evening while the rest of the squad had a light session on the grass.

France defender Ibrahima Konate said: “We haven’t really spoken about it at all. He was just resting yesterday.

“He had a different kind of training session to do. There was nothing worrying about that. Nothing surprising either.”

VVD: I don’t worry about Argentina

Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk speaking about the prospect of lifting a World Cup trophy and facing Argentina:

“There is hunger. There are dreams. There is a feeling that you anticipate a world cup [win].

“In the quarters, you are only three games away from glory. We are in this position right now. We want to perform – hopefully that means success. We want to enjoy our opportunity.

“I don’t worry [about Argentina’s attacking threats], I’m very conscious of what Argentina can bring. They are a fantastic team. We have to be very good in all departments.”

Walker: I don’t underestimate myself in Mbappe battle

Kyle Walker discusses how to handle the strain of the Mbappe competition:

“Do I understand the focus on the battle? Of course I do, I play football.

“I understand what I need to do and that is obviously to stop him. It’s probably easier said than done.

“But I don’t underestimate myself. As I said before, I’ve played him before and come up against great players in my time playing for England, Man City and the clubs I have played for.

“I have to treat it as another game. I have to take extra care and give him the respect he deserves, but not too much respect because he is also playing England and we can cause him problems.

“It is going to be a tough game, but not one player makes a team.”

Quarter-final fixtures

Friday December 9

Croatia vs Brazil – Kick-off 3pm

Netherlands vs Argentina – Kick-off 7pm

Saturday December 10

Morocco vs Portugal – Kick-off 3pm

England vs France – Kick-off 7pm

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