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World Cup Diary: VAR a huge success, says Fifa’s Pierluigi

Referees committee chairman Pierluigi Collina has confirmed Fifa cracked down on holding by defenders at set-pieces after a series of early incidents at the World Cup in Russia.

Sat, 30 Jun, 2018

Greg Dyke: Qatar still not certain to host 2022 World Cup

English Football Association chairman Greg Dyke believes significant doubt remains over whether Qatar will actually host the 2022 World Cup, five years on from what he calls “the worst moment in Fifa’s history”.

Wed, 02 Dec, 2015

Giant Slayers – Ireland’s standout wins at the Cricket World Cup

When O’Brien walked out to bat in Bangalore during the 2011 World Cup, Ireland needed 222 runs to win in 27.4 overs and England’s fielders were already going through the motions.

Tue, 17 Feb, 2015

FA chief Greg Dyke: Were all World Cups won with cash bungs?

The head of England’s Football Association, Greg Dyke, fears no World Cup bid has been won without “a pile of bungs” after another Fifa official resigned this week.

Wed, 11 Nov, 2015

<p>IN SHOCK: Saudi Arabia's Abdulellah Al-Malki takes in the enormity of their World Cup wi nover Lionel Messi and Argentina.</p>

Saudi Arabia win is statistically biggest World Cup shock ever

Using its proprietary ranking system and a complex formula that factors in team strength, location and history, Gracenote said that 51st-ranked Saudi's chance of beating an Argentine side unbeaten in 36 internationals was 8.7%.

Tue, 22 Nov, 2022

Coe: UK bid is still solid

Sebastian Coe insists England’s bid for the 2018 World Cup still has “solid foundations” despite chairman Lord Triesman being forced to quit.

Mon, 17 May, 2010

England could pay heavy price for autumn failings

Ireland and England will tomorrow learn their 2011 World Cup fates after being left on a probable collision course with one of the Tri-Nations heavyweights.

Sun, 30 Nov, 2008

English fitness key advantage, says Dallaglio

LAWRENCE DALLAGLIO tonight identified England’s fitness as a key ingredient of their momentous World Cup campaign.

Tue, 25 Nov, 2003

Thuram: France must stay humble to go all the way

VETERAN defender Lilian Thuram has urged France to maintain the new-found humility he says is the key to their resurgence and their hopes of booking a ticket to the World Cup final.

Tue, 04 Jul, 2006

FAI set to appoint Meinert as new Ireland women’s boss

The FAI are looking to Germany again for a women’s international manager, with Maren Meinert emerging as a leading candidate for the job.

Thu, 01 Aug, 2019

England fall to All Blacks

England missed the chance to deal New Zealand a psychological blow less than a year out from the World Cup as Stuart Lancaster’s side were beaten 24-21 at Twickenham.

Sat, 08 Nov, 2014

Alex Cuthbert will start for Wales against South Africa (Mike Egerton/PA)

Alex Cuthbert and Johnny Williams handed Wales starts against South Africa

Williams partners Mason Grady in midfield.

Wed, 16 Aug, 2023

Mexcian star earns suspension reprieve

Mexico winger Jesus Arellano has earned a World Cup reprieve.

Fri, 31 May, 2002

William Hill credits favourable sports results for revenue growth

British bookmaker William Hill said sports revenue growth in the quarter to September 30 was significantly boosted by a year-on-year swing in its win margin.

Tue, 21 Oct, 2014

Springboks opt for Meyer as new coach

Heyneke Meyer has been named as the new coach of the South Africa rugby union side.

Fri, 27 Jan, 2012

Johnson quits England post

Martin Johnson today quit as England team manager.

Wed, 16 Nov, 2011

Dominant Wales trail Finland at the break

Wales 0 Finland 1

Sat, 28 Mar, 2009

Everton rocked by Li Tie injury

EVERTON midfielder Li Tie broke his right leg in a training-ground clash on international duty with China and will miss the rest of the season.

Fri, 20 Feb, 2004

Irish slalom squad in action

Ireland’s Olympic squad of Eoin and Aidan Rheinisch, Neil Caffrey and Eadaoin Ní Challaráin compete in the third of the World Slalom Cup events at Merano in Italy this weekend.

Sat, 29 May, 2004

Watch: Our writers on Ireland's first Rugby World Cup starting XV

Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien discuss Joe Schmidt's team selection for Sunday's game against Scotland

Fri, 20 Sep, 2019