In a heart-pounding showdown at the iconic Stade de France in Paris, the South African Springboks once again etched their name in the annals of rugby history. Rugby enthusiast, Pola Singh lists down several memorable moments of the 2023 World Cup.
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Qatar continues to fight critics over possibly best World Cup ever
The World Cup in Qatar has ended. Yet, there are those who don’t seem to understand Qatari hospitality, and overlook the esprit de corps the football tournament offered, writes Ayu Musa Kamal, who was in Doha for the action.
‘Mbappe is the new Pele’
Kylian Mbappe may not have won his second consecutive World Cup but his exploits in the just-concluded Qatar edition, especially in the final against Argentina, show why he is the new Pele.
Argentina champions of the world, Messi finally lifts World Cup
Lionel Messi becomes the undisputed GOAT of football in the modern era after helping Argentina defeat France to win the World Cup.
Controversies aside, Qatar lives up to expectations
Twentytwo13 columnist Ayu Musa Kamal – in Qatar for the FIFA World Cup – says the tournament has thus far, been a success, despite the controversies that have plagued the Middle Eastern nation.
Fitting end for Messi, or will Mbappe outshine the master in FIFA World Cup final?
Two Argentina fans and one French supporter say they hope Lionel Messi finally lifts the FIFA World Cup on Sunday, but another thinks Kylian Mbappe will steal the show.
Serious conversations needed to eradicate football betting syndicates
A series of arrests were made by Royal Malaysia Police in recent days following a nationwide crackdown on football gambling activities in conjunction with the FIFA World Cup 2022. Details of the modus operandi of the bookies remain sketchy, as bets are expected to rise in days to come.
Robbie Fowler doubts England will get past World Cup quarterfinals
Former England international Robbie Fowler is confident England will top Group B of the FIFA World Cup, and even win its first knockout match, before exiting in the quarterfinals.
Will the real Argentina stand up?
Argentina is still tipped to top Group C despite its humiliating 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia at the FIFA World Cup.
An essential guide to the Qatar World Cup
For an in-depth analysis of the FIFA World Cup, grab the ‘Qatar World Cup’ collectable today.
Pressure on Italy in World Cup playoffs
Reigning European, and four-time world champion Italy, stands a very real chance of missing out on qualifying for the World Cup for the second consecutive time, writes Singapore-based podcaster, Rasvinder Singh.
Pandelela pays tribute to family, coaches after World Cup victory
Hailing from a town famous for its gold mines, Pandelela Rinong Pamg has scaled the heights of a World Cup when she won the gold medal in the women’s 10m individual platform event in Tokyo today.
It’s great to be competing again, says diving queen Pandelela
National diver Pandelela Rinong Pamg and nine teammates are in Tokyo for the World Cup, the final qualifying tournament for the Tokyo Olympics. It is the first overseas competition for the team since the July 2019 World Championships.