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People who will define the 2022 World Cup

20 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

The World Cup is finally here – but not without its share of controversy and backlash. Here, theScore looks at the people who, for better or worse, will have the greatest impact on the tournament in Qatar. Gianni Infantino As human rights organizations called on…

World Cup X-factors: Each team's potential breakout player in Qatar

18 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

At every major tournament, numerous youngsters and underappreciated stars boost their reputation and value with standout performances. Here, theScore selects a potential breakout player for each national team at the 2022 World Cup. Group A Netherlands’ Cody Gakpo BSR Agency / Getty Images Sport /…

Ranking the 20 best players at the 2022 World Cup

17 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

We’ve ranked all the teams; now it’s time for the players to take center stage. As we close in on the opening kickoff at the World Cup, here are the 20 brightest stars who’ll be on display in Qatar over the next month. 20. Cristiano…

World Cup Power Rankings: How do all 32 teams measure up?

16 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

With the World Cup kicking off later this week, we’re sizing up the field. Taking squad lists, player fitness, and other intangibles into the equation, here’s how we think all 32 teams stack up heading into the competition. 1. Brazil ?? The most balanced team…

Inside Qatar: What life is like in the World Cup host nation

15 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

When The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal reported a particularly negative story about Qatar – one of many in the lead-up to the 2022 World Cup, which begins Sunday against the backdrop of allegations of corruption and reports of widespread human rights abuses…

2022 World Cup squads: Full rosters for every team

15 Nov 2022, Posted by admin in News

The squads are locked in. The deadline for managers to finalize their World Cup rosters has come and gone. Keeping track of all 32 teams – with all the injuries, surprising snubs, and late changes – can be tough, so we’ve compiled every squad in…