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Brazil goalkeepers in safe hands under Taffarel at World Cup

AFP · 1 year ago

Brazil's current first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker was still a toddler when Claudio Taffarel dived to his left to keep out Daniele Massaro's spot-kick and set up the Selecao's penalty shoot-out win over Italy in the 1994 World Cup final.

Brazil hoping to dance past Croatia into World Cup semis

AFP · 1 year ago

Brazil head into Friday's World Cup quarter-final against Croatia brimming with confidence after Neymar's return inspired a performance laced with swagger and arrogance in the last 16.

Netherlands v Argentina: Four World Cup classics

AFP · 1 year ago

Lionel Messi's bid for a first World Cup continues on Friday when Argentina take on the Netherlands in a hotly anticipated quarter-final in Qatar which is also a replay of some classic matches.

Novice Scaloni looks to outwit master Van Gaal at World Cup

AFP · 1 year ago

Argentina's Lionel Scaloni is the youngest coach at this World Cup, but the 44-year-old intends to prove his relative inexperience is no obstacle against Louis van Gaal and the Netherlands in Friday's quarter-final.

Dutch, Argentines meet again with World Cup history in the air

AFP · 1 year ago

Merely a glance at their iconic orange or blue and white striped shirts is enough to evoke memories of World Cups past and more history will surely be written on Friday when the Netherlands face Argentine in their quarter-final.

2022 FIFA World Cup: Fans in uproar after cat mishandled during Brazil's press conference

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

The Brazilian press officer's handling of a stray cat has caused upset in some quarters and outrage at how he treated the animal.

Argentina in shambles as two key players could be out for Quarterfinal clash

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

Coach Lionel Scaloni could be forced to make some big changes to his lineup due to the absences of some of the main supporting players in his squad.

Flick to remain Germany coach despite World Cup fiasco

AFP · 1 year ago

Germany coach Hansi Flick will keep his job and lead the team at Euro 2024 despite their crushing World Cup disappointment, the German Football Association (DFB) said on Wednesday.

CLASS ACT: Ramos speaks out on social media after Spain's World Cup exit

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

The center back was left out of the team by Luis Enrique, which made fans miss him during the penalty shootout that ended with La Roja's title hopes.

FIFA fine Croatia over fans' xenophobic chants

AFP · 1 year ago

FIFA on Wednesday sanctioned World Cup quarter-finalists Croatia following abuse by their fans targeting Canada's goalkeeper Milan Borjan.

O'Neill aims for Euro 2024 in second stint with Northern Ireland

AFP · 1 year ago

Michael O'Neill is determined to lead Northern Ireland to anther major tournament after returning for a second stint as manager two-and-a-half years after joining Stoke.

Unity key to Dutch success, says Van Dijk

AFP · 1 year ago

Dutch captain Virgil van Dijk said he has "only respect" for Argentina's Lionel Messi but believes unity in the Netherlands camp can make the difference in Friday's World Cup quarter-final.

Croatia vs Brazil: Both sides hope to overcome respective hoodoos in must-win game - December 9

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

Brazil will hope to take one step closer towards winning their sixth World Cup title - but first will need to deal with a very determined Croatia side.

Brazil dancing not disrespectful, says Croatia's Lovren

AFP · 1 year ago

Croatia defender Dejan Lovren said Brazil players' celebratory dancing after scoring goals is not disrespectful, ahead of their World Cup quarter-final clash on Friday.

Gvardiol leading Croatia's new generation at World Cup

AFP · 1 year ago

The Qatar World Cup was billed as a last chance for Croatia's ageing stars to win a major tournament, but the youngest player to feature for Zlatko Dalic's side, Josko Gvardiol, has been vital in their run to the quarter-finals.

Depay repaying Van Gaal's faith for Dutch at World Cup

AFP · 1 year ago

Outspoken and stubborn, Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal is not one to go against his principles, so the inclusion of an ailing Memphis Depay in his World Cup squad underscored his unwavering belief in the Barcelona forward.

Nerveless Hakimi fires Morocco into uncharted territory at World Cup

AFP · 1 year ago

If Achraf Hakimi was feeling the weight of expectation on his shoulders as he stepped up to take a history-making penalty for Morocco against Spain, he did not show it.

TRANSFER TALK: AC Milan reportedly closely monitoring Manchester City star

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

The Rossoneri are apparently closely monitoring the situation of the Manchester City star, who hasn't lived up to the expectations many had expected when he arrived in 2021.

Journeyman Noppert relishing Dutch World Cup dream

AFP · 1 year ago

Two years ago, Dutch goalkeeper Andries Noppert's career was going nowhere and he thought about quitting football.

Man Utd boss Ten Hag breaks silence, addresses Cristiano's exit for the first time in an interview

Live Soccer TV · 1 year ago

The Premier League giants terminated Ronaldo's contract following his bombshell Piers Morgan interview, with the Old Trafford boss finally addressing the topic.