Ecuador fans chant “We want Beer” at FIFA World Cup

Argentina were the ultimate winners in Qatar as they clinched the 2022 World Cup trophy in an epic final they won on penalties - but there have been numerous winners and losers throughout the tournament already. Lionel Messi has starred for his country, sitting second for most goals and top of the assists chart, with Antoine Griezmann also drawing…

Another day, another World Cup upset. This time it was Japan's turn to upset the odds, with a fantastic 2-1 win over a toiling Germany team. Earlier, Croatia drew 0-0 with Morocco. It was the third goalless draw of the tournament already. Spain also got off to a great start. They were in complete control as they smashed Costa Rica 7-0. Belgium put…

The penultimate Sunday of November has been the most awaited day of the year for football lovers. The World Cup, which normally takes place in the middle of the year, will start in November, close to the end of the year festivities, such as Christmas and New Year. The opening game (as usual) will be with the host team and will start on Sunday at 11…

KHOR, Qatar - The 22nd World Cup hatched Sunday in a setting that once would have seemed far-fetched: in a small city amid the vast sands along the Persian Gulf coast 45 minutes north of Doha, at a stadium with two rows of camels posing dutifully beneath riders outside and after an opening ceremony that managed to include Morgan Freeman, Jung Kook…

T he biggest and best names on planet earth have gathered for the start of the World Cup. That's right, as always, we've got the brightest tipping minds in the business here on Paddy Power News. To celebrate the start of the 2022 World Cup on Sunday we're gathered a prudent punt from some of our star names for Qatar v Ecuador. We're got soccer…

Fans have lined up to get their first taste of beers in Qatar, with one describing it as the taste of "freedom". Meanwhile, some World Cup teams are set to defy one of FIFA's orders when actions get underway on the field. Read on for the latest from the World Cup Daily! BOLD BETS ON WORLD CUP REVEALED Aussie fans are tipping a South American giant…

Amid the relative fanfare around the Netherlands and Senegal in Group A, Qatar and Ecuador will have designs on becoming surprise success stories of the 2022 FIFA World Cup when their campaigns, and the tournament as a whole, start at Al Bayt Stadium. With Oranje ranked eighth in the world and the Lions of Teranga arriving as Africa Cup of Nations…

The 2022 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Sunday, as tournament host, Qatar, play the South American team, Ecuador, at the Al Bayet Stadium. The match will take place in Group A, with the other match in the group between the Netherlands and Senegal, taking place on Monday. Ecuador reached the World Cup finals thanks to a fourth-place finish in CONMEBOL…

The World Cup 2022 is finally here, kicking off with Qatar vs Ecuador. We've put together an excellent guide vetted and approved by experts on where to bet on Qatar vs Ecuador, as well as top bonuses to help enhance the action. We'll also share notable betting odds about the game and our predictions of how it may turn out. If you're keen to get…

Those fans attending Qatar 2022 may well have been mid-flight when news dropped that the tournament would no longer be selling alcohol within the stadium perimeters, a decision that will leave some supporters feeling bitter - as opposed to drinking it. "Well, this is awkward," Budweiser had tweeted, before deleting their post, with the American…

While you may normally spend the World Cup enjoying games in the sun and at beer gardens this year will be slightly different as the event is taking place during the cold winter months of November and December. But with Wales playing their first World Cup for 64 years, there are many bars in Cardiff showing the games. After an impressive qualifying…

About 20.5 million Americans are expected to bet on the outcome of this year's FIFA World Cup as legalized sports betting continues to blossom across the nation. Wagers are expected to reach $1.8 billion, according to an American Gaming Association estimate released this week. Most people will place their bets online or in-person as opposed to with…

Jordan Henderson wants the FA to fast-track all misconduct cases involving allegations of racist language after a false complaint from Arsenal defender Gabriel left the Liverpool captain under a cloud for almost three weeks this season. The pair clashed after Arsenal were given a penalty towards the end of their 3-2 win at the Emirates Stadium in…

After a long wait, the unique 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament is finally here. Over the next month in Qatar, the world's best nations will battle it out for the biggest prize on offer in soccer. In game one, hosts Qatar take on South Americans Ecuador at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor. Will the home side start their World Cup with a positive result, or…

Uber-conservative Qatar is set to be one of the driest ever World Cups with pints hard to come by - especially with the new beer ban - and when you do they are extremely expensive The Khalifa International Stadium is one of eight that have restricted alcoholic beer sales When a section of the England support gets on cheap strong beer in sunny…

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The world's biggest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup, is set to take centre stage over the next four-plus weeks but this edition looks set to be the most controversial. From bribery accusations in the bid process, to horrific worker conditions and despicable human rights laws, this marks a new low for the already cellar-dwelling ethical standards…

The global spotlight will turn to Doha from 20th November onwards as the FIFA World Cup 2022 commences, with hosts Qatar taking on Ecuador. However, for the arriving fans across the globe, there are several items/substances which are prohibited or banned in Qatar. Breach of the local laws/banned items could lead to serious consequences for fans,…

FIFA said it was opening soccer up to the global family when it announced Qatar would host the 2022 World Cup. Unfortunately, you'll only be able to join that family in the Middle East this winter if you have a big wallet and lots of cash. Qatar is one of the world's transport hubs but the country is not equipped to deal with the expected one…

For visiting fans, the World Cup in Qatar will be very different. Major tournaments, where strong emotion meets alcohol meets mob mentality, can always produce unpleasant incidents. This time, however, fans are wondering whether more frivolous moments of celebration and joy could be threatened by local laws. An example of why supporters are…

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and even though it will not be perfect beer garden weather this year, locals will still be keen to get out and about so that they can cheer on the Three Lions with fellow supporters. If you are looking for somewhere you can go to in Rugby and watch a game with a pint, below are some…

We're just under two months out from the start of the FIFA World Cup 2022 finals in Qatar. Yes, it's hard for some to get their head around the fact that the competition will not be played in its traditional June/July slot. We know the reasons why. Indeed, hours after Sepp Blatter pulled Qatar's name out of the hat as host for this year's edition…

As of Monday, Nationals Park is the first MLB stadium to have an on-site sportsbook. Soon to follow will be Wrigley Field, currently developing its own site for sports gambling alongside other pro venues in Chicago. Revenue is king, and the MLB lockout is a direct reflection. Sports gambling will attract new attention, new crowds and new kinds of…

Qatar will benefit from passionate home support when they take on Ecuador in the opening game of the 2022 World Cup on Sunday. have installed them as 11/5 underdogs to make a winning start to proceedings following a disappointing run of results in the build-up to the tournament. Ecuador are the 7/5 favourites, while the draw is commonly priced…