Gakpo focused on World Cup but flattered by United rumours
epa10328009 Cody Gakpo of the Netherlands score the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2022 group A soccer match between the Netherlands and Ecuador at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, 25 November 2022. EPA/Abedin Taherkenareh

Gakpo focused on World Cup but flattered by United rumours

Dutch forward Cody Gakpo says he is fully focused on the World Cup and is flattered by transfer rumours linking him with a move to Manchester United.

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Neymar set to miss Brazil’s World Cup tie against Switzerland
epa10326271 Neymar of Brazil sits on the ground during the FIFA World Cup 2022 group G soccer match between Brazil and Serbia at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, 24 November 2022. EPA/Ali Haider

Neymar set to miss Brazil’s World Cup tie against Switzerland

Neymar is set to miss Brazil's next World Cup match against Switzerland after picking up an injury in their opening clash against Serbia.

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Cristiano Ronaldo set to leave Manchester United
File photo dated 27-08-2022 of Cristiano Ronaldo, who is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement with immediate effect, the club have announced. Issue date: Tuesday November 22, 2022.

Cristiano Ronaldo set to leave Manchester United

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.

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Senegal star Mane out of World Cup
Sadio Mane of Senegal is on the attack during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying football match between Senegal and Benin held at Stade Olympique de Diamniadio, Diamniadio,Senegal on 4 June 2022 ©BackpagePix

Senegal star Mane out of World Cup

Senegal forward Sadio Mane has been ruled out of the World Cup due to a leg injury he sustained while playing for Bayern Munich.

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Top five African scorers at the World Cup
Asamoah Gyan celebrating after scoring a goal during the ACQ at the Accra Sports Stadium in Accra, Ghana© Christian Thompson/Backpagepix

Top five African scorers at the World Cup

There have been some legendary stars from the African continent who have graced the World Cup down the years, and more will get the opportunity to write their names into the history books in Qatar this year.

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