Soccer - Messi returns to Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers
Argentina have been boosted by the return of captain Lionel Messi for their CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Soccer - Injured Messi left out of Argentina's World Cup qualifiers squad
Lionel Messi was not included in the 28-man squad following an ankle injury sustained during Copa America final.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Pan Gon wants to stay despite setback in World Cup Qualifier
National team head coach Kim Pan Gon voiced his desire to continue guiding Malaysia although the Harimau Malaya missed the chance to qualify for the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
Wed Jun 12 2024
Soccer - Neymar undergoes successful knee surgery
The 31-year-old was forced off during Brazil's World Cup qualifier two weeks ago before an MRI scan confirmed the extent of his injuries.
Fri Nov 03 2023
Soccer: Poland, Sweden refuse to play World Cup match with Russia
Poland and Sweden said they would not play their soccer World Cup qualifiers against Russia in March.
Sun Feb 27 2022
Ronaldo will always be Portugal captain, says coach
Ronaldo is in no danger of losing the Portugal captaincy over his outburst at the end of Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Serbia.
Tue Mar 30 2021
We switched off, Jota says after Ronaldo denied winner
Saturday's Group A match in Belgrade ended in a 2-2 draw.
Sun Mar 28 2021
Frappart becomes first woman to referee men's World Cup qualifier
Earlier in December, Frenchwoman Frappart became the first female official to take charge of a men's Champions League.
Sun Mar 28 2021
Argentina breeze past Peru in World Cup qualifier
The win extended Argentina's unbeaten run to 11 games and means they stay second in the 10-team South American qualifying group for Qatar 2022.
Wed Nov 18 2020
FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against England's Alli
This follows Dele Alli's obscene gesture during a World Cup qualifier against Slovakia.
Fri Sep 08 2017
Saudis apologise over minute's silence snub for London victims
"The players did not intend any disrespect to the memories of the victims or to cause upset to their families, friends or any individual affected by the atrocity," it added.
Fri Jun 09 2017
Liverpool youngster Woodburn named in Wales squad
Liverpool midfielder Ben Woodburn has been named in Wales' squad for the first time ahead of their World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on March 24.
Thu Mar 16 2017
FIFA rejects Bolivian appeal against docked points
FIFA docked points from the Bolivians and gave them to Chile and Peru in a Nov. 1 decision after Paraguayan-born Nelson Cabreras inclusion in their team for the South American qualifiers.
Sat Feb 04 2017
England and Scotland to defy FIFA poppy ban
England and Scotland are planning to defy a FIFA ban on players wearing poppies during their World Cup qualifier on Nov 11.
Thu Nov 03 2016
FIFA says England and Scotland cannot wear poppy armbands
FIFA has rejected a request by England and Scotland for their players to wear armbands featuring poppies during their World Cup qualifier on Nov 11.
Wed Nov 02 2016
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024