SIR GEOFF HURST is worried World Cup-winning team-mate Martin Peters will have no memories of his 1966 triumph. The close pals played together for West Ham and England – making a huge contribution in the Three Lions’ victory. Hurst scored a hat-trick, with Peters netting the others in a 4-2 win over West Germany in the final. […]
THE Eastern Bloc is set to get a lot warmer as Gareth Southgate has given permission for his stars to bring their Wags to the World Cup in Russia. The England boss said yesterday: “I will absolutely encourage families to come and see the lads after a game.” Footballers’ partners were banned in 2010 and […]
QATAR have unveiled plans for another state-of-the-art stadium ahead of the World Cup 2022. And they have pulled out all the stops to ensure the 40,000 capacity ground will be one of the most modernised in world football. The Middle East country are in the process of developing eight new stadiums fit to hold one […]
QATAR could still face a battle to stage the 2022 World Cup – after a string of countries cut diplomatic ties with the tiny nation. Concerned FIFA officials are due for talks with the organisers after seven nations accused the oil-rich nation of backing Islamic State and al-Qaeda. Saudi Arabia has closed its borders and […]
GONZALO HIGUAIN admits he is still haunted by his performance in the 2014 World Cup final ahead of Juventus’ Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Saturday. But he is confident the Italian giants can make history by lifting the famous trophy for the first time since 1996. The Argentine has enjoyed an impressive first […]