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Spain appoint Fernando Hierro as manager for World Cup
50-year-old only real coaching experience was during second division Spanish outfit Oviedo for one season
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Mohamed Salah back in Egypt training
Egypt's doctor said over the weekend that Salah would not play "unless he has totally recovered"
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US, Mexico and Canada to host 2026 World Cup
The North American bid received 134 of the 203 votes, while Morocco polled 65 in the ballot at a FIFA Congress
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Spain coach Lopetegui sacked one day before World Cup
51-year-old has been terminated of his duties after being announced as Real Madrid's new manager
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World Cup's finest: A look at the top eight teams in Russia
Our panel looks at the chances of the eight likeliest candidates to lift the coveted trophy in Russia
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ET's Football Dugout: World Cup Groups E and F
The Express Tribune's analysis of FIFA World Cup 2018's Groups E and F
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Salah may not start in World Cup opener
FA's managing director Ehab Lehita said it was too early to say whether he would play against the South Americans
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Fans amass to see Messi at training session
A particularly affectionate welcome was reserved for the Barcelona forward
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‘United’ England squad ready to lift another trophy
24-year-old striker said there were no cliques within the squad
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ET's Football Dugout: World Cup Groups C and D
The Express Tribune's analysis of FIFA World Cup 2018's Groups C and D
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England chances boosted courtesy Premier League coaching power
Southgate’s 23-man squad includes 15 players who finished in top four
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Argentina future depends on World Cup, says Messi
Striker believes Spain, Brazil, Germany, France, Belgium favourites to win
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ET's Football Dugout: World Cup Groups A and B
The Express Tribune's analysis of FIFA World Cup 2018's Groups A and B
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Ronaldo not worried about future: Fernandes
Portuguese star’s teammate says 33-year-old ready for World Cup
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Mbappe saves France’s blushes against US in World Cup warm-up
Striker scores late as Deschamps's side salvage 1-1 draw after Green's first-half opener
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Russian football suffers under state control
Budget cuts, shifting political priorities have left country’s league in tantrums
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Injured Salah provides hope to Egypt fans
Thousands of fans cheer chants of “Come, Salah, Come Salah!” through capital’s stadium
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Egypt’s Salah poised for opener
Liverpool forward confident he will be fit enough to take part in game against Uruguay
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Mock trophies selling fast in Vietnam ahead of World Cup
Craftsman Vuong Hong Nhat has been making the foot-tall replicas since the 2010 World Cup in South Africa
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Deschamps insists not ‘everything’ should be expected of Pogba
France coach defends player after he was jeered by French fans during the 3-1 victory over Italy
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Neymar's Brazil look as strong as Germany
Reinvigorated Selecao have won 16 of 20 matches with former Corinthians boss Tite at helm
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Russia ready to host World Cup
Host country has spent whopping $13 billion on infrastructure
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Russia looks to score big with World Cup
Study indicates combined impact of event on country’s GDP will be $15 billion
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Hazard on target in 3-0 friendly win over Egypt
Midfielder scores one, creates another to elevate Belgium fans’ hopes
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For Putin, World Cup shows Russia cannot be caged by hostile West
32 teams will compete in the June tournament being hosted in Russia for the first time in World Cup history
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Argentina cancels World Cup friendly against Israel following Gaza violence
The stadium that was to host the match is in west Jerusalem
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Tunisia's goalie 'fakes injury' to break Ramazan fast
Teammates rush to sidelines to drink water, consume dates after injury
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Players will help Kane handle captaincy: Cahill
Tottenham forward skippered England in three of their eight World Cup qualifiers
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Neymar returns in style for Brazil
World’s most expensive player skipped past two defenders before scoring in 2-0 win over Croatia
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Sergio Ramos releases World Cup anthem for Spain
The ballad called, "Another star in your heart" is available on iTunes and other online platforms
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Cricket still appeals to young people, insists ICC chief
Richardson’s statement comes after ECB chairman Graves claimed otherwise
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Argentina’s hopes resting on Messi’s shoulders
La Albiceleste’s fate in Russia tied with those of their skipper
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Long, expensive flights await World Cup fans
Supporters travelling to Russia to watch grand event will have to sacrifice on time and money
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Mancini starts off Italy career with win
Reinstated striker Balotelli opened scoring in 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia
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Giroud, Fekir on target for France in 2-0 win
Les Blues defeat Ireland in Paris as preparations for World Cup gather pace
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Denmark coach unconvinced by France
Hareide says Pogba is more concerned about his hairstyle
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Flagmakers work never-ending hours as World Cup fever rises in Bangladesh
Homes have been converted into makeshift printing and sewing plants as orders pour in from across the country
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Morata, Fabregas, Alonso out of Spain squad
Chelsea trio snubbed by La Roja coach Lopetegui as final 23-man roster announced
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2022 World Cup aims to change lives of Pakistani schoolchildren
Over 150,000 of the poorest children in country to receive free education, sports facilities
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Southgate happy to let England stars off the leash
England manager wants his players to enjoy their time off before and during World Cup in Russia
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World Cup hosts Russia faces rift with West
Putin's security services have cracked down hard on football troublemakers
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Italy not going to World Cup, but the World Cup will come to Italy
The eliminated Azzurri will not brighten the tournament, but Italians will still make the cup shine
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"Without Italy, it just doesn't feel like a World Cup": Dino Zoff
Former goalkeeper was the oldest player to ever lift the trophy when Italy won the World Cup in 1982
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Brazil suffer Alves blow ahead of World Cup
Talismanic right-back set to miss event after getting surgery done on right anterior cruciate ligament
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Malik sets sight on 2020 World T20
Pakistan’s veteran all-rounder says he wants to continue playing till at least that time
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Australian cricket in 'good hands' with Langer: Lehmann
'There’s no doubt that the toughest time in that job is when the team’s not winning,' former Australian cricketer said
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Australia genuine contenders in 2019 World Cup, says Kirsten
Former South Africa opener believes Kangaroos won’t be affected by ball-tampering scandal
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Morgan backs 100-ball format as preventive measure
England limited-overs captain calls it ‘viable product’ to increase fan base
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Neymar to return in time for World Cup
The timing leaves the world's most expensive footballer in a tight race to feature again for PSG
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Neymar to return in time for World Cup
Brazilian needs around a month to recover from foot operation as he targets full fitness

















































