Fifa World Cup 2022

FIFA features Chirkutt’s ‘Jadur Shohor’

The official Facebook page of FIFA World Cup has shared a video today featuring highlights from various football matches, set to the tune of "Jadur Shohor", a popular track by the Bangladeshi band Chirkutt. 

Would probably have left national team if we did not win World Cup: Messi

Lionel Messi said that he would have retired from international football if Argentina had not won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Guardiola sorry for Phillips 'overweight' jibe

Guardiola made the comment in a press conference in December 2022 after leaving out Phillips for a League Cup tie against Liverpool.

This World Cup was crazy: Emi Martinez

The bond the players shared with the fans was also appreciated on the touchline. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni always made mention of the supporters' contributions throughout his Qatar 2022 journey.

One-year anniversary / Three secrets of Argentina’s World Cup final triumph

A year ago, on this day, Lionel Messi’s Argentina triumphed over France in a final for the ages to lift their third FIFA World Cup.

Messi's 2022 World Cup jerseys to go up for auction

The football star donned these shirts during the first halves of the group-stage rounds against Saudi Arabia and Mexico, as well as later games against Australia, the Netherlands and Croatia -- and the final against France.

Argentinian footballer Alejandro Gomez banned for two years

Argentinian international Alejandro Gomez, better known as Papu Gomez, has been suspended for two years for doping, announced his Serie A club Monza on Friday.

Emi Martinez announces Bangladesh, India tour itinerary

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez confirmed his tour itinerary for Bangladesh and India through a Facebook post on Monday night.  

Australia coach wants 'revenge' over Messi's Argentina

Messi terrorised the Socceroos and scored a sublime goal in a 2-1 win in the last 16 at the World Cup in Qatar, before going on to lift the trophy.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

'Argentina had toughest route to World Cup final in 1990'

If the Netherlands beat Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals they could face Brazil in the semis but their route to the final will still not be as difficult as Argentina's path in the 1990 edition, a Nielsen's Gracenote analysis has revealed.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Portugal's young gun Ramos stepping into Ronaldo's shoes

Goncalo Ramos was thrown into the eye of the storm, but it was Portugal's 21-year-old striker who brought the thunder, blasting his country into the World Cup quarter-finals.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Argentina 2-1 Netherlands: What's your prediction?

Lionel Messi's hopes of winning an elusive World Cup will come up against the tactical scheming of veteran coach Louis van Gaal as Argentina face the Netherlands in Friday’s quarter-final at Lusail.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Brazil 2-0 Croatia: What's your prediction?

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic described their World Cup quarter-final opponents Brazil as "terrifying" after the five-time champions thrashed South Korea 4-1 to send a clear message to their rivals.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Argentina's Scaloni guarded on Di Maria fitness for Dutch clash

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was guarded about whether Angel di Maria would be available for Friday's World Cup quarter-final against the Netherlands but said on Thrusday that every player who took the field would be fit.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Dutch, Argentines meet again with World Cup history in the air

Merely a glance at their iconic orange or blue and white striped shirts is enough to evoke memories of World Cups past and more history will surely be written on Friday when the Netherlands face Argentine in their quarter-final.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

Desert fest: Dream clash casts a shadow on quarters

A dream match-up for an entire generation is on the cards, with Brazil and Argentina finally on a collision course for the semifinal.

December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022

Faith and fire: 5 inspiring quotes from Neymar

The product of glorious Brazilian football genes, exceptional body control, quick reflexes, and admirable confidence on the football field come together in the form of Neymar Jr, a name that resonates all over the globe, even more so during the season of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. A remarkable goal-scorer and famed playmaker, Neymar da Silva Santos Junior’s journey seem awe-inspiring. Yet, this thirty-year-old has faced immense obstacles throughout his voyage to the top. For some dose of motivation, let us explore a few words of wisdom from the golden-haired magician himself on how to conquer your weaknesses.

December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022

Messi vs Ronaldo: A generation-defining rivalry

Brazil vs Argentina is a hot debate in Bangladesh for sure, but another debate outweighs every other — Messi or Ronaldo? Whether you are just a seasonal football fan enjoying the matches after your four-year hiatus or a regular fan that burns the midnight oil to follow the domestic leagues, Messi vs Ronaldo debate is one that is prevalent in both.

December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022

6 things you can learn from Argentina’s Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi’s life and career have an array of valuable lessons for all of us. His quotes reflect being humble, being unfazed by failure, and above all, knowing the true values of humanity. These beliefs are not unique to a sport but to life. Some people believe Lionel Messi, the Argentine footballer, is one of the greatest players of all time, if not the greatest player ever to grace the football field. The Argentine footballer did not come to his stardom easily. He started from a place of poverty and worked his way up using every opportunity that came his way.