World Cup hosts step up diplomatic and media riposte, threatening legal action to defend their name

Teammate Mario says striker’s problems at Man Utd will not damage country’s World Cup prospects

Global players’ union says Qatar-bound football stars are at greater risk of injury due to congested calendar

F1 outfit dismiss ‘totally without foundation’ media reports Italian will be fired over a series of strategic errors

Coach says his team wants to make history by reaching World Cup second round for first time

Lawmaker behind review of English football says independent regulator will soon be seen

Companies offer luxury yachts, more accommodation options to fans opting to stay in tourism hotspot

England, Netherlands first to touch down in Qatar as FIFA president pleads for peace

Country to play in World Cup after 64 years as captain announces he’s ready to lead

Several sites decide against showing matches on their screens over host country’s human rights violations