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Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in bury the hatchet after PSG star tried to punch his South Korea captain in row - leaving Tottenham ace with dislocated finger - as they meet in London hotel to clear the air
21/02/24 00:52
Spurs star Son Heung-min and PSG's Lee Kang-in have apologised to each other after a bust-up during South Korea's Asian Cup campaign. There was a reported confrontation between the pair ahead of South Korea's semi-final, which led to the Tottenham player suffering a dislocated finger after Lee tried to punch him. South Korea lost to Jordan at the semi-final stage, which ultimately cost Jurgen Klinsmann his job as the national team manager. ...read
Son Heung-min's South Korea team-mate Lee Kang-in 'could face almost £600,000 lawsuit in damages from advertisers after trying to punch Spurs star'... and could 'have to pay MILLIONS' for 'social controversy'
20/02/24 10:25Lee Kang-in was involved in a furious bust-up with Son at a meal during the Asian Cup which left the Spurs star with a dislocated finger.Jurgen Klinsmann 'needs to be replaced' as South Korea manager, national FA officials rule, as German's methods were seen as 'disrespectful' after country's Asian Cup semi-final exit
15/02/24 18:09The former Tottenham star and Germany legend took charge of the South Korean national side in February 2023, with a contract through to the end of the 2026 World Cup.Inside the South Korea table-tennis BRAWL which left Son Heung-min's finger dislocated after a PSG player tried to PUNCH him... as FA confirm details of spat - while Jurgen Klinsmann faces the sack
14/02/24 10:14The chaotic circumstances surrounding how Son Heung-min dislocated his finger on the eve of South Korea's humiliating Asian Cup exit have been revealed.Son Heung-min 'dislocated his finger during furious bust-up with South Korea team-mates who wanted to leave dinner early to play TABLE TENNIS on the eve of their shock Asian Cup semi-final defeat'
13/02/24 20:59Young squad members were reportedly rushing their meal so they could dash off and play table tennis. However, Son was annoyed with them for toddling off early.Serial troublemaker Ali Al-Bulayhi shoves Son Heung-min and grabs his hair as South Korea beat Saudi Arabia in the Asian Cup... after confrontations with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
31/01/24 16:08Al-Bulayhi pushed Son in the chest while he wasn't looking and held his hand on the forward's head during their last 16 clash, which South Korea won on penalties after a 1-1 draw.What time is Wales vs South Korea and how can you watch it for FREE in the UK?
07/09/23 09:36The Dragons come into the game off the back of a 2-0 defeat against Turkey in the Euro 2024 qualifier.Nouhaila Benzina makes history as she becomes the first ever player to wear a hijab at a World Cup in Morocco's win over South Korea
30/07/23 07:15Morocco claimed their first ever victory at the Women's World Cup with a win over South Korea in Group H making history by becoming the first team to wear a hijab at a World Cup.Women's World Cup 2023 wallchart: Download and print off your guide to make sure you don't miss a SINGLE match
18/07/23 14:53With all the fixtures, kick-off times (UK time) and dates, this is your essential at-a-glance guide to the impending festival of football ahead of the big kick-off on Thursday, July 20.Celtic are set to seal their second South Korean signing this summer, with midfielder Kwon Hyeok-kyu confirming he will join Brendan Rodgers' Hoops side in a £1m deal
17/07/23 06:22Kwon Hyeok-kyu is poised to become Celtic's second South Korean signing of the summer after his club, Busan IPark, confirmed he is about to exit in a £1million transfer.Tite is refreshed, recharged and ready for a new challenge after waving goodbye to Brazil having conquered South America... now the Premier League could be next in his sights
06/07/23 18:50EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY SAMI MOKBEL: Tite has won all there is to win back in his native Brazil. But his competitive juices are urging him to try something different. To exit his comfort zone.'My agent is outside, ask him!': In-demand £56m Napoli star Kim Min-jae teases a summer transfer amid Manchester United interest
26/05/23 11:43Kim Min-Jae has further hinted at his incoming move to Manchester United when posed a question by a TV channel in his native South Korea.Kim Min-jae has been nicknamed 'the monster' and hailed as the 'best centre back in the world' by his Napoli manager… after conquering Serie A the £56m-rated South Korean could soon complete a move to Man United
23/05/23 20:00Manchester United are reportedly closing in on the signing of Napoli's Kim Min-jae, with the newly crowned Serie A champions looking likely to lose one of their prized assets this summer.Brentford are in talks to sign South Korea starlet Kim Ji-Soo - who has a buy-out clause of £560,000 - with Bayern Munich and Sporting Lisbon also keeping tabs on the Seongnam defender
15/05/23 20:09SIMON JONES: The 18-year-old centre back plays for Seongnam FC and is highly regarded across Europe having been scouted regularly by Bayern Munich and Sporting Lisbon.Sky Sports commentator Martin Tyler is engulfed in 'racism' storm as he comes under fire for claiming Son Heung-min performed 'martial arts' after fouling Cody Gakpo
30/04/23 22:09Football fans have criticised commentator Martin Tyler for a comment he made during Liverpool's 4-3 win against Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday , which some supporters have claimed was 'racist'.Napoli 'willing to sell defender Kim Min-Jae in the summer to avoid his contract being run down', with Man United 'already enquiring' about the defender
27/03/23 16:57The 26-year-old has been a key feature of the Napoli side that have romped to a 19 point lead at the top of Serie A and reached the Champions League quarter-finals. He would command a big fee.Napoli defender Kim Min-jae hits out at 'NONSENSE' transfer rumours linking him with a summer move to Man United - as the South Korean star admits speculation over his future makes him 'uncomfortable'
26/03/23 12:29The South Korean star signed for the Italian side for around £15m from Fenerbahce in July and has been brilliant since then, helping Luciano Spalletti's side to the top of Serie A.Jurgen Klinsmann is appointed as the new manager of South Korea on a contract until after the 2026 World Cup… three years after his last role in Germany - which only lasted 10 weeks!
27/02/23 11:39The former Germany and United States boss replaces Paulo Bento, who stepped down in December after he guided the nation to the last-16 of the World Cup in Qatar.Ex-Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo lands job in South Korea - becoming technical adviser at two-time Asian champions Jeonbuk Motors - seven years on from his sacking at Aston Villa
04/01/23 12:22Former Chelsea and Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo has joined South Korean side Jeonbuk Motors as technical adviser. He has not held a managerial post since his sacking from Villa in 2016.The striker that benched Ronaldo, a Frenchman offered to Bayern before his stellar showing, and an American who needs to play... the stars that could use their World Cup displays to earn a transfer
29/12/22 04:07After a World Cup full of exciting moments, heightened drama, and individual brilliance, its time to see which teams are going to take a swing at players who stood out in Qatar.Argentina gave Lionel Messi the prize he craved and Morocco created history... while France fell agonisingly short and England were left to rue what might have been: World Cup report card for the 16 teams to make the knockout stages
20/12/22 21:00In an unpredictable tournament from start to finish, England and Brazil both eased into the knockout stages, but then fell at the quarter-finals, while Morocco and Croatia made the semi-finals.GRAEME SOUNESS: Teams fear England! They are dangerous and fallible France know it as they prepare to face Gareth Southgate's side in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final
09/12/22 18:30GRAEME SOUNESS: England are a dangerous team, who have been to a World Cup semi-final and a Euros final. They're here to win the tournament, not just entertain and go home empty-handed.Brazil boss Tite bites BACK at Roy Keane after the pundit blasted his side for their dancing goal celebrations in last-16 thrashing of South Korea... insisting he will disregard those ignorant of the 'history and culture' of the country
08/12/22 12:48MATT BARLOW IN DOHA: There may be trouble ahead. Croatia can be very sensitive when it comes to the issue of respect, after getting worked up about 'Football's Coming Home'.So, were the boogying Brazilians out of line? MARTIN SAMUEL insists their celebrations were fantastic and life-affirming… but ROGER ALTON says it was nothing but showing off and FIFA should take action!
06/12/22 22:30Brazil's celebrations against South Korea have caused huge debate, with ITV's Roy Keane labelling Brazil 'disrespectful'. Sportsmail experts Martin Samuel and Roger Alton debate the issue.Alex Telles shows his appreciation for Neymar's gesture in 4-1 win over South Korea after PSG star ran to the stands to celebrate his penalty goal with Man United loanee - who is out with a tournament-ending knee injury
06/12/22 17:50The Brazilian shared an Instagram post captioned 'Just Neymar,' followed by a love heart, after his compatriot had made a direct beeline for him to celebrate his penalty goal in the first half.Neymar BREAKS his promise to Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro following his pledge to dedicate his first World Cup goal in Qatar to him... after the far-right politician was ousted from office in October
06/12/22 11:04Neymar celebrated by running over to injured team-mate Alex Telles, who was ruled out of the tournament with a knee problem - breaking his vow to controversial far-right figure Bolsonaro.Brazil star Neymar appears to copy an outrageous Lionel Messi piece of skill by using the REFEREE to beat defenders in their World Cup thrashing of South Korea - in an echo of his PSG team-mate's brilliant improvisation while at Barcelona
06/12/22 09:11Tite's men cruised past the Asian side 4-1 in their last-16 tie on Monday night, with the star forward on the scoresheet as he returned to the team after suffering an ankle ligament injury in the group stage.Richarlison wipes away tears during emotional meeting with Brazil legend Ronaldo after scoring in his country's 4-1 World Cup knockout win over South Korea... and even gets the Real Madrid icon to recreate his pigeon dance!
06/12/22 08:45Richarlison met with Brazilian legend Ronaldo after he starred in a dazzling display which sent South Korea crashing out of the World Cup.'You're a hero to your people!': Richarlison sends heartfelt message to Tottenham team-mate Son Heung-min after helping Brazil knock South Korea out of the World Cup
06/12/22 06:35Richarlison sent a heartfelt message to Tottenham team-mate Son Heung-min in the wake of Brazil's 4-1 thumping of South Korea. The Spurs duo squared off for their respective nations.PLAYER RATINGS: Neymar sparkles on Brazil return while Vinicius Junior also stars for the World Cup favourites... but it was a miserable night for Son Heung-min who struggled for hapless South Korea
05/12/22 22:48Brazil breezed easily into the quarter-finals of the World Cup after thrashing South Korea 4-1 in a one-sided last-16 clash. Here is how both sets of players rated at Stadium 974.'It was devastating, it could have been EIGHT': Chris Sutton says Brazil fired a warning shot to their World Cup rivals as they thrashed South Korea 4-1 to secure a place in the quarter-finals
05/12/22 22:47Sportsmail columnist Sutton, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, hailed the world No 1-ranked team after they turned on the style to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.ROB DRAPER: Phenomenal Brazil turned this into a party inside seven minutes. It's hard to judge against such inferior opposition, but for now they look every inch one of the great teams
05/12/22 21:21ROB DRAPER AT STADIUM 974: Brazil turned this into party inside seven minutes. A party like 1982. Or 1986. Or, perhaps more auspiciously, a party like 1970.Neymar STARTS for Brazil as he returns from injury for the World Cup last-16 clash against South Korea in a major boost for Tite's side... while Richarlison is back in the XI in place of the injured Gabriel Jesus
05/12/22 17:49The 30-year-old missed Brazil's final two Group G clashes after suffering an ankle injury in their opener against Serbia, with initial fears the Brazil talisman could miss the rest of the tournament.'I'll be rooting for each one of you!': Football legend Pele reveals he will watch Brazil's World Cup last-16 match against South Korea from hospital... as the 82-year-old continues to battle against Covid and an infection
05/12/22 16:39The 82-year-old, who won the FIFA World Cup in his playing career three times in 1958, 1962 and 1970, was omitted to hospital to treat a respiratory infection that was aggravated by Covid.Brazil 4-1 South Korea - MARTIN SAMUEL'S REPORT: World Cup favourites make big statement as they score FOUR first-half goals - with Vinicius Jnr, Neymar, Richarlison and Paqueta all netting - to set up quarter-final clash against Croatia
05/12/22 15:00MARTIN SAMUEL AT STADIUM 974: Brazil laughed, danced and sashayed their way into the World Cup quarter-finals in Doha, with a performance as joyous as it was devastating.WORLD CUP 2022 LIVE: Reaction from England's victory over Senegal as they now prepare to take on France in the quarter finals... while Japan gear up to take on Croatia and Brazil face South Korea
05/12/22 08:22Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates from Qatar ahead of two games including Japan vs Croatia and Brazil vs South Korea.It's the battle of Tottenham strikers in Qatar! Son Heung-min's miracle recovery gives South Korea a shot - but Richarlison and an ominous Brazil team stand in his way at the World Cup
04/12/22 22:30MATT BARLOW IN DOHA: Little more than a month has passed since Son Heung-min learned he had fractured a cheekbone near his left eye socket while playing for Spurs in the Champions League.MARK CLATTENBURG: Uruguay had every right to be angry after being knocked out of the World Cup, while Japan were LUCKY to go through, PLUS... Anthony Taylor was too hasty to blow his whistle in South Korea vs Ghana
03/12/22 22:47Refereeing decisions and VAR have had their fair share of scrutiny throughout this World Cup, with video technology again angering many. As a result, Sportsmail's Mark Clattenburg reflects.Son Heung-min reveals he told South Korea team-mates 'I'm f***ing proud of this team' as they watched nerve-wrecking end to Uruguay's win over Ghana which sent Asian side to last-16 of the World Cup
03/12/22 12:18Tottenham striker Son inspired the Koreans to a brilliant late winner against Portugal at Doha's Education City Stadium on Friday, carrying the ball for half the length of the pitch in stoppage time'The baton has passed!': Portugal can win this open World Cup... but NOT if they have Cristiano Ronaldo in their team, Sportsmail's Oliver Holt tells WORLD CUP CONFIDENTIAL
03/12/22 09:01Fernando Santos' side finished top of their group on Friday, but were beaten by South Korea, with Ronaldo at fault for the first goal that his team conceded in their 2-1 loss.Edinson Cavani PUNCHES pitch-side VAR monitor after Uruguay players chase officials down the tunnel as frustration boils over in on-pitch melee following World Cup exit despite 2-0 win over Ghana
02/12/22 19:41Cavani came on for Luis Suarez - who was in tears at the end of the match - but was unable to steer his side to a third goal and was one of a number of players to surround the referee after the match.PLAYER RATINGS: Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Mohammed Kudus shine as Uruguay and Ghana are both knocked out of the World Cup, with Edinson Cavani and Andre Ayew failing to impress in Uruguay win
02/12/22 19:04There were mistakes, a missed penalty and VAR controversy, plus two fine goals from Giorgian De Arrascaeta and a brilliant attacking showing from Ghana's Mohammed Kudus.Cristiano Ronaldo just didn't get any service as he chased records but Diogo Dalot was a plus-point for Portugal... while Son Heung-min and Hwang Hee-Chan were South Korea's heroes as they made the last-16 - PLAYER RATINGS from the Group H finale
02/12/22 18:52A stoppage time goal by Hwang Hee-chan secured a 2-1 win for South Korea which proved just about enough to progress on goals scored after Uruguay could only defeat Ghana 2-0.Heung-Min Son insists South Korea have 'higher goals' than a round of 16 win over Brazil - as Paulo Bento's side book their place in the World Cup knockout rounds... as pundits praise Spurs star's 'incredible' assist for winner against Portugal
02/12/22 18:43South Korea booked their place in the knockout rounds of the Qatar World Cup after beating Portugal 2-1, thanks to Hee-Chan Hwang's injury time winner.'What a moment': Alan Shearer hails South Korea's 'unbelievable' end to their game against Portugal after they booked a last-16 spot with dramatic win - as Rio Ferdinand credits the team for their 'patience' and 'togetherness'
02/12/22 18:14South Korea's emotional passage through to the last sixteen of the World Cup was lauded by the BBC pundit team watching the game in the studio.Luis Suarez on the verge of TEARS while on the substitutes' bench after Hwang Hee-chan's late strike for South Korea against Portugal condemned Uruguay to an early exit despite leading Ghana 2-0 in the other game
02/12/22 16:56Suarez was seen hiding behind his shirt with tears in his eyes as he watched on with his side the latest side to head for a surprising early exit in a week that has seen several high-profile upsetsCristiano Ronaldo STARTS for Portugal in their final Group H clash against South Korea after missing training this week, as Fernando Santos rotates his side with just one point needed to seal top-spot
02/12/22 13:47Portugal have made a perfect start to their World Cup campaign, with victories over Ghana and Uruguay sealing qualification for the knockouts with a game to spare.South Korea heart-throb Cho Gue-sung is forced to turn off his phone at the World Cup after attracting 1.6million new Instagram followers when a video of him just SITTING ON THE BENCH went viral!
02/12/22 12:17The South Korea forward, who scored twice in his country's defeat to Ghana earlier this week, has seen his follower count on social media platform Instagram shoot up - rising from 20,000 to 1.6m.South Korea 2-1 Portugal: Son Heung-min sets up Hwang Hee-chan for stoppage-time winner as ANOTHER 100% record falls at the World Cup - with Korea qualifying for the last-16 on GOALS SCORED
02/12/22 10:54MATT BARLOW AT EDUCATION CITY STADIUM: Out of nowhere, South Korea were in front and out of nowhere they were going through to the last 16.WORLD CUP RE-CAP: Cristiano Ronaldo STARTS for Portugal as they bid to top group H against South Korea, as favourites Brazil face Cameroon
02/12/22 08:35Read Sportsmail's live blog for all of Friday's news and updates from the World Cup in Qatar, with four games from Group G and H.MATT BARLOW'S WORLD CUP DIARY: South Korean fans still hold a grudge against Cristiano Ronaldo, Canada equal worst ever World Cup record despite BBC blunder and Matty Cash employs Emi Martinez to grab him a Messi shirt
01/12/22 22:31MATT BARLOW's WORLD CUP DIARY: South Korean fans still hold a grudge against Cristiano Ronaldo after a perceived slight from three years ago when the Portugal skipper still played for Juventus.Cristiano Ronaldo faces a late fitness test ahead of South Korea clash despite returning to training... with the Portugal star '50-50' to play in their final World Cup group stage match
01/12/22 14:59KATHRYN BATTE: Head coach Fernando Santos said Ronaldo was a doubt ahead of Portugal's training session yesterday afternoon but insisted they have planned for his potential absence.Cristiano Ronaldo is ABSENT from Portugal training as Fernando Santos' side prepare for their final group stage match against South Korea after confirming qualification with 2-0 win over Uruguay
30/11/22 16:51A brace from Bruno Fernandes already confirmed Portugal's qualification for the second round of the competition, and as a result Fernando Santos may look to rest some of his stars.World Cup 2022 RECAP: France rest Kylian Mbappe for Tunisia, while Australia and Denmark collide with Lionel Messi's Argentina to come... as FIFA consider a drastic rule change for the 2026 tournament
30/11/22 08:31Here is Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates from the Qatar World Cup, with live coverage from Sportsmail's MAX MATHEWS.South Korea must beat Portugal to stand any chance of reaching the World Cup last-16 with Cristiano Ronaldo and Co through... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
29/11/22 18:42Group H reaches its conclusion on Friday afternoon with Portugal already assured of their last-16 place - but their opponents South Korea still have work to do.WORLD CUP PERMUTATIONS: What Switzerland and Serbia need to seal a spot in the last-16 in final World Cup group stage matches... after Spain, Japan and South Korea reached the next round
29/11/22 12:01The final round of the World Cup group stage begins on Tuesday - and below, Sportsmail takes you through the state-of-play in all eight groups below as sides battle to reach the last 16.PLAYER RATINGS: Mohammed Kudus and Jordan Ayew shine in crucial win for Ghana, but Son Heung-min fails to deliver for South Korea in another World Cup classic
28/11/22 17:04In an end-to-end encounter, Ghana raced into a 2-0 lead in the first half thanks to goals from Mohammed Salisu and Mohammed Kudus - both from Jordan Ayew crosses.Ghana coach is spotted taking a SELFIE with a tearful Son Heung-min after the African side beat South Korea 3-2 in a fiery thriller in Group H at the World Cup
28/11/22 16:58A Ghanaian coach showed how far some fans will go to get a picture with their heroes on Monday, snapping a selfie with Son Heung-min.South Korea 2-3 Ghana: Mohammed Kudus scores twice to secure a crucial win for his side in another World Cup classic after Korea had fought back from 2-0 down, before their coach Paulo Bento is sent off by Anthony Taylor after full-time
28/11/22 09:00GERRY COX - SOUTH KOREA 2-3 GHANA: But Kudus, the young Ajax forward, scored again in the 68th minute of a breathtaking clash to give Ghana a real chance of making the last 16.WORLD CUP 2022 LIVE: Brazil and Portugal both in action as Groups G and H take centre stage... as Ben White misses England training
28/11/22 08:15Brazil take on Switzerland and it's Portugal versus Uruguay on another exciting day of World Cup. Follow all the action and latest news with our designated live blog here.South Korea and Ghana play their second Group H fixture at the World Cup... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
25/11/22 17:07It was a good result for South Korea against their South American counterparts who are ranked 14 places above them in the FIFA World Rankings, keeping their qualification hopes alive.South Korea fans pay tribute to Son Heung-min's fractured eye socket by donning Zorro-like protective masks in the stands during World Cup opener against Uruguay
24/11/22 14:11The 30-year-old could be seen wearing a protective face mask, after recently undergoing surgery after suffering a fractured orbital bone playing for Spurs in the Champions League.Uruguay 0-0 South Korea: Both sides fail to produce a shot on target with Federico Valverde and Diego Godin each striking the woodwork in yet another World Cup stalemate
24/11/22 09:00ROB DRAPER: When football historians review this World Cup in Qatar, it may well be remembered as the tournament that presided the last rites over a generation of great players.'I don't know and I don't really care!': Ghana boss Otto Addo dismisses claims Cristiano Ronaldo's Man United exit could distract his side ahead of World Cup clash with Portugal - and says the saga is 'not our problem'
24/11/22 08:38The Ghana boss admitted 'I don't care' when asked about the effect Ronaldo's situation might have, and reiterated that it had no bearing on his side's will to beat the former European champions.WORLD CUP 2022 RECAP: Cristiano Ronaldo starts for Portugal as they get their World Cup campaign underway, favourites Brazil play Serbia - while Harry Kane returns to England training
24/11/22 08:17Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with Portugal and Brazil getting their campaigns underway TODAY.Son Heung-min WILL be fit for South Korea's World Cup opener, reveals boss Paulo Bento - as he insists the protective mask for a fractured eye socket WON'T be an inconvenience for the Spurs star
23/11/22 12:35Son Heung-min will be fit enough to feature for South Korea in their World Cup opener against Uruguay on Thursday.World Cup 2022 RECAP: England were handed a huge boost with Harry Kane expected to be fit following an ankle scan, while Germany LOST to Japan in a shock result
23/11/22 08:18Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with Germany, Spain and Belgium getting their campaigns underway TODAY.Uruguay kickstart their World Cup campaign against South Korea in Group H... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
21/11/22 12:00Two-time winners Uruguay will launch their 2022 World Cup campaign against South Korea on Thursday, November 24 as the second-favourites after Portugal to advance from Group H.World Cup 2022 RECAP: Three Lions maul Iran 6-2, Wales hold their own 1-1 with USA, football fans celebrate in London and Cardiff
21/11/22 08:10Recap Sportsmail's live blog as Wales draw with the USA, after England thrash Iran in their opening match, while the Netherlands beat Senegal.World Cup 2022 LIVE: The World Cup is here after 12 years of build-up... Qatar and Ecuador begin the 'most controversial' tournament in HISTORY after the opening ceremony in Doha
20/11/22 08:25Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with Qatar and Ecuador getting the tournament underway TODAY.FIFA president Gianni Infantino admits he would be open to NORTH KOREA hosting a World Cup as he claims 'only engagement can bring real change' despite unsuccessful trip to ask 'if they were ready to host part of a Women's World Cup' with South Korea
19/11/22 20:48The FIFA president - who is set to be re-elected for a third term - revealed that any nation is eligible to host an event, adding that his organisation wants to help unite the world.World Cup 2022 LIVE: FIFA and Qatar rocked by day of controversy just 24 hours out from the start of the tournament as Amnesty take aim at Gianni Infantino for 'brushing aside legitimate human rights criticisms' while fan park fails to open on time
19/11/22 08:29Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with just one day until Qatar 2022 gets underway. The hosts take on Ecuador in the curtain-raiser on Sunday.World Cup 2022 RECAP: Fans respond angrily as FIFA confirms a stadium concourse beer BAN 'due to pressure from Qatari royals'... while England's James Maddison misses a SECOND day of training
18/11/22 08:21Recap Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with just two days until the tournament starts, with coverage from MAX MATHEWS.Tricky quarter-finals may prove too much for England, Belgium and Spain - but Brazil can win it again with the pressure off Neymar: MARTIN KEOWN gives his verdict on EVERY team at the Qatar World Cup in his group-by-group guide
17/11/22 22:30The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is now just days away, with the first-ever winter edition of the tournament drawing ever closer.WORLD CUP SECRET SCOUT: Bayern stars Alphonso Davies and Jamal Musiala and Premier League pair Moises Caicedo and Brenden Aaronson are among 10 emerging players to keep an eye on in Qatar
17/11/22 22:00The competition will provide an opportunity for stars young and old to announce themselves on the global stage - so here's our SECRET SCOUT'S list of 10 emerging players to keep an eye on...World Cup 2022 news RECAP: England stars hold training session with migrant workers while France's Christopher Nkunku defends Eduardo Camavinga after his tackle ended his Qatar hopes
17/11/22 08:22Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup 2022 news and updates with England set for an open training session this morning.FIFA insist VAR at the Qatar World Cup will be faster and more accurate, as semi-automated offside technology - also seen in the Champions League - is implemented... but how exactly will it work, and could we see it in the Premier League soon?
16/11/22 09:02VAR technology became a significant talking point at the 2018 World Cup, with the tournament proving to be the catalyst for its widespread implementation across European football.Son Heung-min trains in a protective face mask ahead of the World Cup and insists 'there shouldn't be any problems' with injury recovery but admits 'it is difficult to say if I will play in every match' ahead of South Korea's opener against Uruguay
16/11/22 08:57The South Korea star had been a doubt for the tournament after he suffered a fractured eye socket during Tottenham's Champions League clash with Marseille.World Cup RECAP: Qatari officials come under more scrutiny over their clampdown on media covering the tournament while England train for the first time and world champions France fly out
16/11/22 08:44Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news as Gareth Southgate's England begin their final preparations for Iran on Monday.World Cup 2022 sweepstake: Download and print off MailOnline's essential kit for Qatar
15/11/22 12:14Simply print out our sheet, then cut the names into individual pieces of paper, fold them and put them into a hat ahead of the big kick-off on Sunday, November 20.
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- Ange Postecoglou doubles down on belief he'll win silverware with Tottenham insisting 'I ALWAYS win things in my second season' as manager
- Man City star Manuel Akanji sounds alarm bells over fixture congestion claiming 'there's no end to it' - as defender jokes he 'may have to retire at age 30'
- Former Man United star Jesse Lingard is mocked in the Korean league as opponent copies his celebration following late winner in Asia
- Postecoglou defends his decision not to have a specialist set-piece coach despite Spurs conceding ANOTHER goal from a dead ball delivery
- Jamie Redknapp issues stern warning to Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou as he urges Australian to 'pick up some results quickly' after Arsenal defeat
- Eddie Howe insists he'll do 'everything in his power' to keep harmony at St James' Park as Newcastle boss hopes to ease tensions over transfer strategy
- Olympic hero ALEX YEE opens up on his pride at getting the nation hooked on triathlon... and reveals unlikely Instagram follow
- Jamie O'Hara slams Tottenham after Arsenal defeat as he blames signing players from smaller clubs for poor performances More Spurs struggles
- Lando Norris hails his 'flying' McLaren and says he's 'surprised' he overtook Max Verstappen as Brit closes gap on title rival in Baku
- Pep Guardiola hails 'incredible' Erling Haaland after Man City striker scored a brace in comeback win over Brentford just days after the death of close friend
- Gary Neville revels in Liverpool's demise and taunts pal Jamie Carragher as he toasts Liverpool's derby defeat and fourth Anfield loss in a row
- Why Jhon Duran can be the 'best striker in the world' if he fixes the one problem Aston Villa tried to sell him for this summer Scored stunner
- Former Man United star is labelled 'the new s***house king' as he goads furious Leeds fans after being substituted in Burnley's 1-0 win at Elland Road
- Raheem Sterling 'cleanses himself' and makes public declaration of his faith by getting baptised ahead of his first north London derby
- Peter Crouch admits he 'feels sorry' for Marcus Rashford after Man United star nets his first goal of the season... amid insider claims of 'bullying'
- Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa loses his head once again as striker is sent off for fighting in reserve team match in Brazil
- Ivan Toney denied winning start at Al-Ahli as Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr score 99th-minute equaliser, after star was presented with special shirt
- Manchester United flop Donny van de Beek breaks silence on nightmare spell at Old Trafford as he looks to rebuild his career at LaLiga side Girona
- Arsenal star Declan Rice reveals his surprising second career as England midfielder shares details of his secret hobby
- Eddie Hearn reveals when Anthony Joshua will retire from boxing before bid to become a three-time world heavyweight champion against Daniel Dubois
- Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates reaching one BILLION followers across all social media platforms, as he tells fans 'we'll keep making history together'
- Kate Abdo's new husband Malik Scott opens up on their stunning wedding... and reveals what her 'work husband' Thierry Henry said about it
- EXCLUSIVEWhy Jadon Sancho is set to 'smash it' at Chelsea: KIERAN GILL uncovers the real story of the nutmeg king of Kennington
- Man United legend's son, 17, signs his first professional contract in Serbian first division as he looks to emulate his father's titanic career in the game
- England coach Ashley Cole 'set to leave Birmingham to focus full-time on his Three Lions role' after Lee Carsley's impressive start
- Jude Bellingham reveals Carlo Ancelotti cracked a brutal joke over his brother Jobe that left the Real Madrid superstar sweating: 'F**k that!'
- PSG REFUSE to pay Kylian Mbappe almost £50m in unpaid wages and bonuses despite LFP ruling - with explosive saga now set to be settled in court
- Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on life with his five children, who ALL 'have my personality - and don't speak to him for days if they lose at padel!
- EXCLUSIVEGeorge Mills lifts lid on relationship with ex-footballing father Danny and how Covid derailed his bid for success at the summer Olympics
- David Beckham and wife Victoria 'will take private jet to attend former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson's funeral' in Sweden on Friday
- Man City launch a FOURTH kit - co-designed by lifelong fan Noel Gallagher - inspired by Oasis' debut album Definitely Maybe
- Erling Haaland in mourning as he pays tribute to his 'chief fixer uncle' who helped shape his career, after visiting hospital bed before he died aged 59
- Alejandro Garnacho risks the wrath of Erik ten Hag and LIKES Instagram post referencing Ronaldo's criticism of the Man United boss
- Rob Burrow is honoured at National Television Awards after motor neurone disease battle as the Rugby League legend's widow presents gong
- Enzo Fernandez banned from driving and slapped with a £3K fine - after Chelsea vice-captain failed to identify driver of speeding Porsche
- Rico Lewis reveals what Pep Guardiola would think of his new England role after Man City teenager starred at left back in win over Finland
- Revealed: The 'detailed consent forms footballers in Spain are using for sexual activity' after a concerning rise in rape and assault allegations
- Former Premier League captain cuts ties with his father in explosive public row after his claim the player's wife had cast 'black magic' on him
- Martin Odegaard undergoing further tests on ankle injury with Arsenal facing nervous wait over the length of his lay-off ahead of pivotal games against Tottenham and Man City
- Paul Pogba's brother and five others 'will face trial' in £11m extortion plot that targeted the France World Cup winner - more than two years after ex-Man United star was kidnapped and held by armed men
- Erik ten Hag's Man United transfer business savaged by Dutch legend who criticises Matthijs de Ligt signing and warns boss he needs 'a lot of wins' to avoid sack
- Former Man City and Real Madrid striker Robinho 'fails with appeal to reduce prison sentence' after serving the first six months of his nine-year punishment for gang rape
- Jurgen Klopp 'was in talks to take huge international team job' after their disappointing end to continental tournament - just weeks after his emotional exit from Liverpool .
- Cristiano Ronaldo launches new attack on Erik ten Hag, saying he's said things 'you cannot say' as Man United boss
- Emiliano Martinez SLAPS a camera, Cristian Romero hits back at Colombia fans and Lionel Scaloni has his say after Argentina's shock defeat
- Andre Onana is mobbed by hundreds of Ugandan fans as Man United keeper leaves stadium separate from Cameroon team after draw with Zimbabwe
- Barcelona and Spain wonderkid Lamine Yamal says Premier League star is the one player he would love to play alongside
- Matthijs de Ligt is taken off at half-time after 'unacceptable' mistake in Netherlands' draw with Germany as Man United defender's international break goes from bad to worse
- Alice Campello is involved in awkward photo gaffe after her split from long-term partner Alvaro Morata - as fans spot how she is cutting the Spain captain out of her life
- EXCLUSIVEDouglas Costa reveals the real reason he joined OnlyFans and what content he intends to make - and explains why ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo could join him on the platform
- Kevin De Bruyne spotted with his wife looking glum after he vowed to 'quit' Belgium - but Man City star refused to answer questions on outburst
- Finland star with a bizarre fish-themed Wayne Rooney tattoo - which he admits isn't very good - set to make his Wembley debut against England
- Kicking it up a notch! Tyson Fury copies Oleksandr Usyk with unconventional training methods as Gypsy King takes part in karate session ahead of Saudi Arabian rematch
- Simone Biles returns to gymnastics practice as Olympics hero gears up for arena tour
- Virgil van Dijk delivers major update on his Liverpool future - with Reds captain into the final year of his contract at Anfield
- Revealed: Lionel Messi receives his LOWEST rating in 16 years for EA Sports FC 25 with Virgil van Dijk, Martin Odegaard and Harry Kane all ranked above all-time great
- Spurs flop Tanguy Ndombele hits out at his critics after he was excluded at Galatasaray for being '6kg overweight and eating a diet of hamburgers'
- Brazilian giants 'reject chance to sign ex-Man United star Anthony Martial over his UNWORKABLE demands', with star still looking for a new club
- YouTube prankster Jarvo releases new footage of pitch invasion that saw him line up alongside England stars for the national anthem
- Netherlands camp is rocked by row between Wout Weghorst and Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber - as Ronald Koeman has to separate the pair
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Cristiano Ronaldo comes off the bench to score 88th-minute winner for Portugal against Scotland as he nets 901st goal of his career
- Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down before becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 England caps
- Erik ten Hag gets back to winning ways one week after Man United's brutal loss to rivals Liverpool... as under-fire boss returns to old club for testimonial
- Klopp describes his return to Dortmund as a 'dream come true' after coaching legends team as former Liverpool boss opens up on his life outside of football
- After anthem furore, admissions of self-doubt and a confident win... this weekend taught Lee Carsley what it REALLY means to manage England
- The 'real reason' Leny Yoro decided to REJECT Real Madrid and join Man United - before being struck by horror injury
- The era of Alexander-Arnold is here: Liverpool star finally has an England manager who will give him the platform for international success, writes SAMI MOKBEL
- Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from Team GB as the 45-year-old admits 'it's an age thing' - but still plans to compete internationally
- Emma Raducanu looks glum as she tries to go under the radar during a stroll in London - two weeks after the British star's tearful US Open exit
- Jack Draper should be proud despite US Open semi-final loss... he showed his true colours but the hard work starts now, writes DAN EVANS
- Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland
- Declan Rice REFUSES to celebrate scoring England's opener in Dublin after former Republic of Ireland midfielder nets from close range
- The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic
- Watch the moment Wayne Rooney rolls back the years with stunning curling free kick against Celtic at Old Trafford in legends game
- Colombian athlete who had his teeth modified to resemble FANGS wins shot put gold in Paris... as he insists that 'Paralympic sport' has to be a show
- Man City midfielder Rodri reveals Diego Simeone taught him to 'play like a B******' and 'make opponents miserable' during his time at Atletico Madrid
- Emma Hayes reveals what she would have done after leaving Chelsea if she was paid like Jurgen Klopp - as she highlights gender discrepancy in game
- Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori suffers FREAK injury while playing for Italy with £42m man forced off against France - handing Arteta a scare
- Charles Leclerc CRASHES his £314,000 Ferrari in Monaco as viral video shows F1 ace driving into another car while cruising around his home nation
- Jack Draper VOMITS on court after battling hard in his second set against world No 1 Jannik Sinner in US Open semi-final Struggling mid-match
- EXCLUSIVE'It means everything!': How San Marino achieved their 'once-in-a-lifetime joy' of a first competitive win - and why it's just the beginning
- Jack Draper sheds light on unusual pre-match ritual ahead of US Open semi-final against world number one Jannik Sinner Relying on routine
- Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way Landmark achievement
- Aston Villa 'DOUBLE price of disabled parking space tickets in latest financial blow to fans' - after supporters' club disputed European ticket prices
- Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher clash in heated Man United manager debate - as former Red Devils man defends Erik ten Hag AGAIN
- 'Big up?': Steve McClaren learns Jamaican patois during training session - with less embarrassing results than his Dutch accent
- Emiliano Martinez performs crude World Cup celebration AGAIN - as goalkeeper uses replica Copa America trophy to recreate Golden Glove gesture
- Marc Cucurella reveals a Chelsea team-mate attempted to clear the air between him and Erling Haaland after Spaniard's Euro 2024 chant
- Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS
- Vince McMahon documentary trailer drops to unveil it WILL address sex trafficking claims among other WWE scandals Anticipated viewing
- Conor McGregor lays out bizarre Ireland Presidency plans as the UFC star insists he 'is the only logical choice' despite having no political experience
- Heimir Hallgrimsson is the dentist who dumped England out of Euro 2016 with Iceland - now, he's looking for another Three Lions upset as Ireland boss
- Inside Jack Draper's friendship with Jannik Sinner: From doubles partners to emotional text messages as pair prepare for US Open semi-final showdown
- Jack Draper hilariously mocked for bizarre reason at US Open after racing into the semi-finals without dropping a set Brit wonderkid
- Snooker star punished with never-seen-before foul in Saudi Arabia Masters defeat against Stuart Bingham as he crashes out in decider
- Olympic pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and 400m hurdler Karsten Warholm go head-to-head in a brilliant 100m sprint exhibition
- Paralympic sprinter proposes to his girlfriend following 100m race in Paris, after his first wife was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident
- Victor Osimhen is 25, prolific in Serie A for Napoli and desperate for a Premier League move with Chelsea admirers... so why has he ended up in Turkey?
- Dani Carvajal breaks his silence on the furore around Spain players chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' following their Euro 2024 win over England
- Ralf Schumacher's heartbroken ex-wife says she will KEEP his famous surname in spite of him, despite it causing her 'pain' after she 'wasted' years
- Chelsea fans are left in awe as Jadon Sancho trains with Blues for the first time since move from Man United Forward also seen taking Maresca advice
- Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win
- Meet the armless Paralympics archer, 17, who went viral after taking the perfect bullseye using just her feet Incredible dexterity
- Fans joke that Federico Chiesa 'noticed the leaking roof 'at Old Trafford as clip emerges of new Liverpool signing Taking in the sights
- England squad pictured in good spirits ahead of new boss Lee Carsley's first match against Ireland Back 49 days after Euros final heartbreak
- Revealed: Spain captain Alvaro Morata's divorce from wife Alice 'was caused by an argument ON THE PITCH after beating England in final'
- Ivan Toney cuts hilariously awkward figure as Al Ahli fans debut new chant for £40m England star after Brentford departure Latest Saudi signing
- Olympic marathon runner who was set on fire is fighting for her life: Father speaks from hospital to reveal she had split from ex-boyfriend 'attacker'
- Tennis stars' most shocking moments with ball kids including Tim Henman's Wimbledon default and Novak Djokovic putting one on the verge of tears
- Amadou Onana arrives for Belgium duty in shirt reading 'Andre is not even my name mate' following awkward viral moment with reporter
- Napoli exile Victor Osimhen is mobbed by fans as he lands in Turkey to complete loan move to Galatasaray - after talks over switch to Chelsea collapsed
- Luis Suarez fights back tears as he confirms his retirement from international football ahead of final Uruguay match on Friday
- Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to fire Brad Gilbert following US Open defeat
- Ronaldo reveals when he plans to retire from international football as 39-year-old Portugal star hints it 'won't be a difficult decision' when the time comes
- United icon urges Marcus Rashford to LEAVE Old Trafford if he has any hopes of saving his career... as he describes the England star's downfall as 'sad'
- Micah Richards slams Declan Rice's sending off as 'one of the WORST decisions' as he fumes the Arsenal star shouldn't have been punished in Brighton draw