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The eight most important players in the quarterfinals
With just eight teams left at the 2022 World Cup, we keep it simple: these are the eight players who could have a major influence on the quarterfinals, from Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi to -- you guessed it -- Lionel Messi.
What to know about each team, predictions, schedule and more
With the quarterfinals set, we bring you one key factor and player to know ahead of the matchups, plus predictions.
TOP HEADLINES
'The best in the world': Why Brazil's Casemiro is essential to their World Cup hopes
Casemiro, Brazil's midfield anchor, is cementing his status as one of the game's greats. Can he lead his country to its sixth World Cup title?
Why Brazil vs. Croatia is also a battle of iconic kits and deeper meaning
Brazil-Croatia isn't just a big match. It's a time to celebrate their amazing kits and the backstories behind them.
KYLIAN MBAPPE'S RISE
Mbappe from 2018 to 2022: The France star is almost the finished article
Four years ago Kylian Mbappe won the World Cup with France, cementing himself as one of the best young players on the planet. Now? He's even better.
JUDE BELLINGHAM AT THE WORLD CUP
How Bellingham has become England's most important player
England midfielder Jude Bellingham is only 19, but his all-round contribution at this World Cup has been nothing short of sensational.
WORLD CUP DAILY
Messi faces tough test vs. Dutch, Neymar nears Pele's record: World Cup daily
It won't matter if the Netherlands beat Argentina or if Brazil oust Croatia, there will be heartbreak. Here's the latest from Qatar.
TRANSFERS
LIVE Transfer Talk: Barcelona eye Dortmund's Moukoko as Real Madrid near Endrick deal
Barcelona could move for Borussia Dortmund striker Youssoufa Moukoko after missing out on talented youngster Endrick. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Hutchison: Messi's World Cup is gathering momentum
FIFA WORLD CUP SCOREBOARD
FRIDAY'S QUARTERFINAL MATCHES
THIS COULD BE A HISTORIC MATCHUP
Why a Brazil-Argentina semifinal is what the soccer world wants
The prospect of Argentina and Brazil meeting in the semifinals of the 2022 World Cup is a historic matchup soccer fans are hoping for.
Top Headlines
- PSG chief bullish on Messi stay, keen on Rashford
- Sources: Real, Palmeiras agree deal for Endrick
- England 'ready' to compete for trophies - Lloris
- WC chief on worker death: 'Natural part of life'
- Luis Enrique out as Spain boss after Morocco loss
- France back Mbappe in QF battle with Walker
- Ronaldo exit threat rumours false - Portugal FA
- Sources: Man Utd working on Sommer transfer
- WSL crowds up 200% on last year - director
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Your World Cup 2022 guide to penalty shootouts: best takers left in Qatar, keeper stats, more
As the 2022 World Cup enters the quarterfinals, the chances of a game being decided from the spot increase exponentially. Ryan O'Hanlon breaks down the numbers on how to win a penalty shootout.
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World Cup 2022 is the closest, most entertaining in decades, but France and Brazil remain clear favorites
Despite the 2022 World Cup churning out a ridiculous amount of upsets, drama and intrigue, one thing remains constant: France and Brazil still look like the best teams in the world.
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World Cup: Round of 16 bracket
See who's moving on and check out all the matchups in the knockout rounds in Qatar.
