Fifa World Cup 2022

REPLANTING THE BONSAI: Empowering Bangladeshi diaspora for a changing Gulf

Chief Adviser Yunus’ keynote address urged an end to the systemic barriers that restrict the potential of young people.

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.  

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Di Maria doubles the lead for Argentina

Argentina winger Angel Di Maria got at the end of a majestic Argentine move to double the lead for the Argentines in the 36th minute.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Messi's penalty puts Argentina ahead in World Cup final

Lionel Messi, in his record 26th appearance at the World Cup, converted a penalty in the 23rd minute to give Argentina the lead in the final against France at the Lusail Stadium in Doha, Qatar on Sunday.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Messi's 'Maradona moment' faces formidable French final hurdle

After a mesmerising month of upsets, when several brash outsiders threatened soccer's status quo, the World Cup final will have a familiar feel on Sunday when two of the sport's super-heavyweights go toe to toe, each seeking a third title.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

'Music starts with Messi'

Arsene Wenger has praised "leader of the orchestra" Lionel Messi as the Argentine great bids to inspire his team to glory in Sunday's World Cup final against defending champions France.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Messi’s final World Cup match for Argentina: A redemption story to inspire everyone

Lionel Messi, playing his last ever World Cup match is an everlasting inspiration with how he overcame repeated heartbreaks and obstacles to take the Argentine team to the path of their recent success. If there is one thing that we can learn from Messi, it is to tackle challenges head-on and come out as victors. His redemption story with the national team is a basis of how there is always a stage for a resurgence after you have been down with failures.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Is Mbappé the Next GOAT?

The era of Messi and Ronaldo has almost ended. It is unlikely that we will see either of them in the next World Cup and it is looking more and more likely that they will retire from football sooner than we can bear. That being said, it is time for the next GOAT to step up and claim his position, whoever that may be. As things stand, Kylian Mbappé just might be that GOAT we are looking for.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Is Cristiano supporting Messi in the World Cup final?

Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer at the World Cup, although that doesn't mean he no longer has an interest in who takes the new world throne, which will be decided between France and Argentina.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Martinez says Kylian Mbappe 'doesn't know enough about football'

Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez criticised Kylian Mbappe over old comments the France striker made about the quality of South American football.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Injured Pogba sends message to his France team mates before World Cup final

France midfielder Paul Pogba sent his team-mates a video message ahead of Sunday's showdown with Argentina.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

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

After a mesmerising month of upsets, when several brash outsiders threatened soccer's status quo, the World Cup final will have a familiar feel on Sunday when France and Argentina will go toe to toe, each seeking a third title.