World Cup Day 23: Figo blames Portugal coach; Messi's in 'full Maradona mode'

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World Cup Headlines

Luis Figo blames Portugal coach for World Cup exit and Ronaldo decision

One of the the Portuguese icons, and no doubt an agenda-setter, Luis Figo has laid the blame at the door of their coach.

Messi went into full Maradona mode after Argentina's win over Holland

The phrase Lionel Messi used to Wout Weghorst in the tunnel after Argentina progressed to the semi-finals has already been turned into merchandise in Argentina.

World Cup News

Argentina boss Scaloni demands 'end to idea' his side are not good winners

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has given a furious defence of his team after they received criticism following their World Cup quarter-final victory over Holland.

Mbappe labels Ronaldo ‘GOAT’ and hails Rashford as England & Portugal go home

KYLIAN MBAPPE has hailed "GOAT" Cristiano Ronaldo and Marcus Rashford - after initially irking England fans.

Neymar publishes his WhatsApp chats with his Brazil team-mates after WC exit

Neymar has shared the emotional messages he sent to his Brazilian team-mates after their shock World Cup exit to Croatia in an attempt to fight off claims of a squad split.

Don't expect any man-marking of Messi in semi-final, say Croatia

Doha: Croatia will not attempt to stop Argentina superstar Lionel Messi by man-marking him but instead will focus on immobilising the entire team in their World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, they said.

Messi and Co hit the training pitch ahead of World Cup semi-final Croatia clash

For Lionel Messi and Argentina, it seems this World Cup will now go one of two ways.

Modric warns Messi and Argentina that Croatia 'have Real Madrid's DNA'

LUKA MODRIC has compared Croatia's mentality to club side Real Madrid.

Saka releases statement after World Cup elimination

Arsenal attacker Bukayo Saka has broken his silence after England's World Cup exit.

These Things Happen

Jules Kounde facing frustrating situation on return to Barcelona

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde is entirely focused on trying to win his first World Cup with France, but may not be thrilled with what he finds on his return.

Arsenal 'lead a race to sign Felix' - his agent 'is pushing for Aston Villa'

Arsenal are reportedly leaving a five-team race to sign Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix - despite his agent Jorge Mendes 'pushing for him' to join Aston Villa.

When Giroud and Morocco manager Regragui played together

Back in 2008, the two spent time together at French club, Grenoble for two months during the summer.

Morocco express interest in Barca's 'Mini Messi' superkid

Morocco have expressed interest in Barcelona superkid 'Mini Messi' Lamine Yamal.

Luiz Diaz's girlfriend posts message after his knee surgery, as Liverpool ace faces three months out

Luis Diaz's partner Gera Ponce has shared an update from the Liverpool ace's hospital bed after his knee surgery.

Manchester United make Marcus Rashford contract decision as Garnacho messages Cristiano Ronaldo

Here are your latest Manchester United evening headlines on Monday, December 12.

Four players who could leave Manchester United in January transfer window

January is set to be a busy month for United as they look to bolster their attacking options

Indian cricket icon pens a note for Cristiano Ronaldo, calls him GOAT

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli penned a heartfelt note for Portugal captain Cristano Ronaldo following his team's exit from the FIFA World Cup Qatar. In his note shared on social media, Kohli called him the Greatest Of All Time (GOAT).

In Depth

Messi looking to break four World Cup records against Croatia

The 35-year-old has been a standout performer for his country in Qatar and has contributed to six of their nine goals in five matches, netting four times and providing two assists.

World Cup Fixtures

Argentina VS Croatia 2022/12/13 19:00 UTC