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‘New blow’ for holders France as Karim Benzema is ruled out of World Cup
Speed Read Ballon d’Or winner has suffered a thigh injury and will miss entire tournament
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FIFA president defends World Cup in Qatar despite country's human rights record
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Qatar bans sale of beer in World Cup stadiums
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Beer sales banned at Fifa World Cup stadiums in Qatar
Speed Read Fifa has bowed to pressure and changed its policy days before the tournament starts
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The role of sportswashing in politics and athletics
Speed Read The term has gained traction in recent years, but what does it really mean, and how does it affect the world's sports?
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Gareth Southgate and England face ‘whole new level of expectation’ at World Cup
In the Spotlight After reaching the final of the Euros, can the Three Lions go one step further in Qatar?
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Qatar 2022: a tainted World Cup?
Talking Point The most controversial Fifa World Cup yet is ready for kick-off
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The World Cup controversies, explained
Speed Read Why the host nation of Qatar is drawing critics
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Gareth Bale: Wales captain is a ‘once in 100 years’ player
In the Spotlight The 33-year-old is ready to ‘give it everything’ as Wales return to the World Cup
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Videos: best and funniest ‘it’s coming home’ England football memes
feature After the Lionesses won the Euros, can the men’s team bring home the Fifa World Cup?
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit controversial World Cup in Qatar
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Lionel Messi’s World Cup dream: it really is ‘now or never’ for Argentina’s captain
feature After lifting the Copa América in 2021, can he finally add a World Cup winners’ medal to his trophy cabinet?
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KFC sorry for Kristallnacht promotion
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England World Cup guide: James Maddison has ‘earned’ seat on plane to Qatar
feature Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate has confirmed his 26-man squad
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