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When is World Cup qualifying draw and how does it work?
European teams will discover their 2026 World Cup qualifying opponents on Friday - how does it work?BBC News - Dec. 12 -
Saudis get '34 World Cup; 6 nations to host '30
The 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia and the 2030 World Cup will be held across Morocco, Portugal and Spain with three one-off matches in three South American countries.ESPN - Dec. 12 -
Why Saudi Arabia Being Awarded the 2034 World Cup Is So Controversial
Human-rights groups have criticized Saudi Arabia’s suitability to stage the finals since before the country launched a formal bid to host.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. But when exactly?
Saudi Arabia scored a major win in its campaign to attract major sports events to the kingdom when it was formally appointed as the 2034 World Cup host on WednesdayABC News - Dec. 11 -
John Dobson: ‘I’m old school. When the Stormers fire me I’m done in coaching’
Stormers head coach on his Cape Town connection and ‘putting up a fight’ at Harlequins in the Champions Cup. Rugby union still produces some fascinating individuals and John Dobson, the head honcho ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Saudi Arabia’s World Cup: what will the 2034 tournament look like?
It will be in the winter again and many stadiums and hotels are yet to be built but there is a genuine love for the sport. Fifa’s bid evaluation report left no doubt: Saudi Arabia had put together ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
FIFA Bends Own Rules to Give Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup
Critics objected to the bidding process, and human rights groups raised concerns about workplace safety for the migrants who will build the stadiums needed to host the event.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup football host by Fifa – live
Saudi Arabia confirmed despite human rights concerns A history of World Cup sportswashing | And email Niall Gianni Infantino is seated alongside the general secretary, Mattias Grafström, ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as host of 2034 World Cup
Kingdom’s unopposed bid for sporting event ratified by football’s governing body on WednesdayFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
What will a Saudi 2034 World Cup look like?
The men's football World Cup will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2034 with the promise of "one of a kind" stadiums and organisers insisting everyone is welcome - but what will it look like?BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts
Fifa confirms the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will serve as joint hosts for the 2030 tournament.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
FIFA faces backlash as Saudi Arabia chosen to host 2034 World Cup
There was controversy over the choice of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup due to the country's human rights record.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Ros Atkins on... Saudi Arabia hosting 2034 World Cup
After Fifa awards Saudi Arabia the hosting rights for the men's 2034 World Cup, BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at how we got here and the controversies surrounding the decision.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Six countries, two hemispheres - how will 2030 World Cup work?
Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host the 2030 men’s World Cup - BBC Sport takes a look at how the tournament will work.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Uefa 'not worried' at Euro 2025 clash with Club World Cup
Uefa is "not worried" that some Women's Euro 2025 matches will clash with the Fifa men's Club World Cup, says managing director Nadine Kessler.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
FA set to back Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid
The FA is set to back Saudi Arabia's controversial bid to host the 2034 World Cup.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
A history of World Cup sportswashing, from Il Duce to Infantino – in pictures
The history of oppressive regimes using the World Cup as a propaganda tool runs from Italy to Qatar via Argentina’s military junta Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Saudi Arabia’s journey from 90s novelty to World Cup power grab
From USA 94 to Ronaldo, via Putin and Newcastle, the 2034 hosts-elect are now at the heart of football politics. Saudi Arabia’s football history is lengthy and the country has long been one of the ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Tim Southee’s awkward final chapter comes full circle with England Test
New Zealand bowler leaves Test cricket with a long list of accolades but there are doubts about his role in Hamilton. Tim Southee and Test cricket say farewell to each other this coming week and ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Brazil legend Marta not aiming for 2027 World Cup
Brazil legend Marta has said she does not plan to play at the 2027 Women's World Cup which will be held in her home country.ESPN - Dec. 10 -
Key questions behind Fifa's Saudi World Cup decision
Fifa's confirmation of Saudi Arabia's hosting of the men's 2034 World Cup will be one of the most controversial steps that football's governing body has ever taken.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Curry has stem-cell therapy in bid to make World Cup
England flanker Tom Curry will miss Sale's Champions Cup clash with Racing 92 on Friday for a stem-cell procedure on his chronic hip condition.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Cohen 'chooses to forget' 2003 World Cup win
Former England wing Ben Cohen says the team's 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph causes him a "little bit of pain" more than 20 years on.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
UEFA World Cup qualifying: Format, pots, dates, how the draw works
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign for the UEFA confederation.ESPN - Dec. 10 -
Giants lose as plane flies 'dumpster fire' banner
A plane with a banner imploring Giants ownership to get it together flew over MetLife Stadium on Sunday before New York lost its eighth straight game.ESPN - Dec. 8 -
LA Galaxy 2-1 New York Red Bulls: MLS Cup final – as it happened
Galaxy beat Red Bulls 2-1 for MLS championship Early goals from Paintsil, Joveljić hold up in victory Officials … . REF: Guido Gonzales Jr. Experience includes the 2018 NWSL final. Continue ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
FA still to decide on endorsing Saudi World Cup bid
The Football Association is still to decide whether it will officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 men's World Cup bid at next week's virtual Fifa Congress.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
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Where to watch FIFA Club World Cup draw, pots Real Madrid, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami to learn path to final
The Club World Cup draw will take place on Dec. 5 in MiamiCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
How does the new Club World Cup work & why is it so controversial?
Everything you need to know about the revamped Club World Cup set to take place in summer 2025.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Club World Cup 2025: Schedule, teams, stadiums, controversies and more, explained
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, a 32-team soccer extravaganza featuring the top professional teams from around the world.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
England lose to South Africa in ODI series opener
England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
FIFA Secures $1 Billion Broadcast Deal With DAZN for Club World Cup
An agreement with the London-based streaming company DAZN came just a day before the draw for the inaugural event and after other networks balked at FIFA’s demands.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
2024 NBA Cup schedule, bracket for in-season tournament: Final group play games set for Tuesday night
Group play of the 2024 NBA Cup wraps up Tuesday nightCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
FIFA adds Ellis to strategy role with Wenger
FIFA on Tuesday named former United States women's team coach Jill Ellis to the strategy role of chief football officer alongside former Arsenal coach Arsène Wenger.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Man City continue to falter, Christian Pulisic can’t be stopped, MLS Cup final is set & Rápido Reactions!
Christian and Alexis break down Manchester City’s loss to Liverpool. They also react to Christian Pulisic’s continued hot streak and what it may means for the American’s future. Then, Christian and ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Appalachian State fires coach Shawn Clark after program's first losing season in 11 years
Clark went 40–24 in his five seasons at Appalachian State, including an upset of Texas A&M in 2022.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Appalachian State fires Clark after losing season
Appalachian State, after its first losing season since 2013, has fired football coach Shawn Clark, who went 40-24 in his five seasons with the Mountaineers.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
NBA Cup: Here's what's at stake on the final day of group play
The 2024 Emirates NBA Cup resumes Tuesday, with five of the eight spots in the knockout round — three in the East, two in the West — still up for grabs.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Premier League panic meter: Manchester City's five-alarm fire isn't the only cause for alarm in England
From Tottenham's struggles to West Ham's terrible form, here's what's going wrong across England's top flightCBS Sports - Dec. 2
