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Dec 8 (Reuters) - The quarter-final phase of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is all set to kick off. Three weeks in, the tournament has not been one for easy predictions. From Saudi Arabia's shock win over Argentina in their opener to 2014 champions Germany making a quick exit a second consecutive time, this edition has provided a rollercoaster…

Milan's capitulation against Roma last weekend has opened the door for Juventus - who were much-maligned earlier in the season - to become the main challengers to Napoli. And the opportunity for the Old Lady to cut the gap at the top to just four points presents itself on Friday evening as Massimiliano Allegri's men head to Stadio Diego Armando…

Manchester United chiefs have accepted that they paid well over the odds to sign Erik ten Hag's priority target Antony in the summer, as reported by ESPN. Antony was one of the two players to follow Erik ten Hag to Manchester United from Ajax in the summer following the Dutchman's appointment at Old Trafford last year. However, ESPN claims that the…

The Netherlands and Argentina will headline Friday's quarterfinal matches in the 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament. The two sides will kick off at 7:00 PM in the United Kingdom at the Lusail Iconic Stadium. Just three wins separate either the Netherlands or Argentina from lifting the World Cup trophy. The trophy is within touching distance, but one of…

CHELSEA appear to be closing in on the signing of Enzo Fernandez, with reports in Italy revealing the structure of a deal. The Blues have been heavily linked with a move for the Argentine and Gianluca Di Marzio has stated that a deal is close. The last details are now being discussed on payment terms over a €127million deal which is to be paid in…

Argentina and the Netherlands are one of the most compelling quarterfinal matchups, with both teams playing attacking soccer. Our World Cup picks are avoiding the risk of extra time and highlighting the goal market. Argentina are three victories away from a fairytale ending to the Lionel Messi era. That quest continues on Friday against a talented…

Gareth Southgate's men must overcome the Netherlands on Thursday, with the winners to face either Portugal or Switzerland in the final on Sunday. Ahead of this week's UEFA Nations League finals, Eurosport assesses the four squads, picks out one player to watch, and provides you with all you need to know ahead of the showpiece event. The Estadio do…

The Netherlands and Argentina meet again in a win-or-go-home match when they square off in a quarterfinal at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Al Daayen, Qatar. The teams last met in the 2014 World Cup semifinals, a match that ended 0-0 after extra time and was won by Argentina on penalties. Lionel Messi is trying to cap his international career with the…

England are the heavy favourites to beat the USA when the second round of World Cup group stage games get underway on Friday. Betting sites have priced the Three Lions at 4/7 to build on their 6-2 win against Iran by securing another victory. Football fans can also look forward to a vital showdown between Wales and Iran on Friday, while Qatar will…

According to The Sun (h/t Nottingham Post), Serie A side Napoli are favourites to sign SSC Bari and Morocco international forward Walid Cheddira amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur. It is believed that the close relationship between Bari and Napoli give them an advantage over other suitors which include Spurs, Lazio and Nottingham Forest. The…

It's a highly-anticipated quarterfinal matchup, but it wasn't always smooth sailing for Argentina and the Netherlands to get to Friday's 2022 FIFA World Cup matchup at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi and Argentina had to regroup after opening with a 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia. They went on to win Group C and defeated Australia 2-1 in the Round of 16.…

We are now 88 per cent of the way through Qatar 2022, with only eight of the 64 scheduled games remaining. Yet these eight are the most important games of the tournament, those which will be remembered for years to come. It has been a World Cup of shocks, with major footballing powers Germany, Spain and Belgium already on their way home alongside…

FORMER Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has already found his next club if reports in Spain are to be believed. Marca say Ronaldo will is set to join Saudi side Al-Nassr from the start of January once he is done at the World Cup with Portugal. However, SunSport understands a deal is yet to be sealed. Elsewhere, it has been reported that…

Good morning and welcome to the football.london liveblog for all things Chelsea on Saturday, December 3. The first day of the World Cup round of 16 stage is finally here with a few Chelsea transfer targets set to be in action. Todd Boehly will be keeping a keen eye on the tournament in Qatar to identify players that he could look to sign in…

CRISTIANO RONALDO is to become the world's highest paid athlete after reportedly agreeing a deal with Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr. Ronaldo will make £173m-a-year, according to Marca, and that would put him on a wage that is double of rival Lionel Messi. Meanwhile, United are still said to be interested in PSV star Cody Gakpo, who is in fine form at…

BRAZIL and Portugal confirmed their place in the last-16 of the World Cup on Monday. Tite's side came out 1-0 victors over Switzerland while Portugal scored two in a 2-0 win over Uruguay to seal their place out of the groups. And it was during the Portugal player that a fan invaded the pitch with a rainbow flag before being swiftly removed from the…

With the Netherlands and Ecuador both coming off 2-0 wins in their openers, the meeting at Khalifa International Stadium on Friday carries added significance as it could decide who takes the top-spot in Group A. While Ecuador have set their target of reaching the last 16, as they did in Germany in 2006, the Dutch will aim for a vastly improved…

Louis van Gaal's Netherlands are back at the World Cup for the first time since 2014 and will aim to get off to the perfect start when they take on Aliou Cisse's Senegal on Monday Senegal and the Netherlands World Cup campaigns underway when they go head-to-head in a clash of Group A's two strongest sides on Monday. The Oranje are looking to bounce…

Dutch coach Louis van Gaal and Virgil van Dijk are in confident mood Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Senegal v Netherlands in World Cup Group A on Monday. ITV, 4pm Monday Netherlands to win & under 3.5 goals 3pts 21-20 BoyleSports, Coral The Netherlands have enjoyed an excellent build-up but Memphis Depay's absence is a blow and they…

The two favourites to make it out of Group A, Senegal and the Netherlands will open their FIFA World Cup 2022 campaigns with an exciting clash at the Al Thumama Stadium, Qatar on Monday, November 21. Interestingly, neither of the two teams have lost their World Cup openers in the past as Senegal served up a shock 1-0 victory over then-defending…

The Netherlands and Senegal are set to face off in Group A play as they kick off their chances of advancing to the knockout stage. Find out why we're backing a young upstart Dutch scorer on Monday in our 2022 World Cup betting picks. Photo By - USA TODAY Sports Group A of the World Cup started on Sunday, but Monday sees the best two teams in the…

Manchester United's Donny van de Beek and Newcastle United defender Sven Botman have been left out of the Netherlands squad for the World Cup. Midfielder Van de Beek, who hasn't played for his country since March last year, lost out to the uncapped Xavi Simons, who has impressed for PSV this season. Botman is yetted to be capped at senior level,…

Having missed out in Russia four years back, the Netherlands travel to the Qatar World Cup with lofty expectations from their ardent fans. The Dutch finished runners-up in 2010 and third place in 2014. They are back at the world's biggest stage to make another deep run this time out. Louis Van Gaal is back at the helm again, taking over from Frank…

The World Cup gets underway with Qatar and Ecuador facing off in Group A action. While the Netherlands are rightful favorites, our Group A betting preview makes the case for a La Tri surprise after an injury to a star elsewhere. So it begins, with Group A poised to set a lively tone for the 2022 World Cup. On paper, this group looks like smooth…

While Italy may be one of the most notable absentees of Qatar 2022, there are a number of Inter players who will be featuring at the World Cup for their respective nations. Here are some of the Nerazzurri who will be battling it out for the coveted international trophy. Lautaro Martinez Following a summer transfer window full of speculation,…

The 2022 World Cup squads are close to being confirmed and we are collating all of them as they are made official. From surprise call-ups to the agony of injury, there has been so much news swirling around which 26 players from each country will be named in their national team squad for the World Cup in Qatar. National team managers have some huge…

Inter Milano v Bologna Serie A Italy Date - 09/11/2022 Starting time - 19:45 UTC Venue: Giuseppe Meazza, Milan, Italy Inter will fancy their possibilities of capturing their downturn, as they get back, where they have dominated their last four matches across contests. While an in-structure Bologna side could set up a battle, the Nerazzurri ought to…

As the 2022 World Cup progresses in Qatar, the reigning champion of Telegraph Fantasy Football's Euros edition, Owen Johnson, will continue to provide the best fantasy football players and expert tips for the tournament. An experienced Telegraph Fantasy Football player, you can find more in-depth fantasy football knowledge on his site: TFF…

It's been eight long years since the Netherlands last played a World Cup match, a 3-0 victory over Brazil that earned them the honour of third place in 2014. They return now with the same manager, Louis van Gaal, whose tactics made the Dutch one of the most entertaining teams in Brazil, but the trail left behind by his subsequent successors and…

Inter Milan to win both halves, Edin Dzeko to score anytime & Henrikh Mkhitaryan over 1.5 shots on target - 6/1 Bet £10 and get £70 in return Our recommended bet for Wednesday's clash at San Siro comes in the form of an Inter Milan victory, in which the Nerazzurri win both halves, Edin Dzeko, scores, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan manages over 1.5 shots on…

The Catalans need a win to keep alive their hopes of progressing in the Champions League and they should be backed to defeat the Italians Inter Milan took control of second place in the group with a 1-0 hard-fought victory last week at home against Barcelona. The Catalans will feel like they were robbed as VAR negated a goal because of a handball…

Saturday's Serie A action gets underway at Sassuolo's Mapei Stadium as the resurgent Neroverdi take on Scudetto hopefuls Inter. Following a mammoth 1-0 home win over Barcelona in midweek Champions League action, the Nerazzurri will be out to put their domestic affairs in order. Despite losing significant first-team stars Gianluca Scamacca and…

It was billed as a clash of the titans, a match between two teams with designs on not just reaching the knockout stage of the Champions League but actually lifting the trophy. Bayern Munich and Barcelona have won this tournament 11 times between them, but in recent years it is the German side that has had the edge. And that proved to be the case…

Internazionale Milano vs Barcelona Barcelona to win 2-1 against Inter- 15/2! At 15/2, a £10 bet would return £85! Internazionale Milano vs Barcelona October 04, 2022 8:00 pm BST With Bayern Munich set to run away with Group C, the upcoming double-header between these two will almost certainly decide who reaches the round of 16. So far, both Barça…

LUKE SHAW has backed Manchester United pal Harry Maguire after the England defender's errors cost the Three Lions the chance to beat Germany. Maguire was at fault for bringing down Jamal Musiala before gifting the visitors a counter-attack goal in the second half. Gareth Southgate's side went on to draw the game 3-3, coming from 2-0 down to lead…

Overall, the moneyline odds do slightly favor the Netherlands at+120. At first glance, this seems like a valuable play given their 4-1-0 Nations League record. But, it is not easy to be so confident with this specific match. As with all Nations League fixtures in this window, do not expect 100% effort; this is a glorified World Cup warmup.…

Our Thursday football acca is a combination of international fixtures and club matches. The UEFA Nations League will take centre stage in Europe on Thursday with some big games. Football expert Craig Brett has picked out three excellent betting opportunities from the UEFA Nations League as well as some suplimentary games from Brazil and the US. In…

Netherlands to win 2-1 against Poland- 8/1! At 8/1, a £10 bet would return £90! Poland vs Holland September 22, 2022 7:45 pm BST Both these nations have November's World Cup to look forward to, so expect a very competitive game in Warsaw. Visitors the Netherlands were excellent during June's four-game window, so are currently top of the table as a…

Italian giants Inter Milan have not enjoyed the best of starts to the 2022-23 football season, having lost three of their last five games across all competitions. One of the losses was an abject 2-0 loss to German champions Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League opener, where the Italians were given a footballing lesson. Drawn into the group…

Inter Milan are back in action with another important match in the UEFA Champions League this week as they take on Viktoria Plzen on Tuesday. Both teams have made poor starts to their European campaigns and will need to step up in this fixture. Viktoria Plzen are in second place in the Czech First League and have been fairly impressive on the…