The New York Times – Sports:
Failure to qualify for Qatar has condemned Nigeria to a humbling summer instead of months of World Cup hype. Then there’s the fate of its famous jersey.
Category: World Cup 2022 (Soccer)
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Ukraine Is One Game Away From the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Competing for a place in a World Cup already comes with pressure, but Ukraine’s players have not shied away from what getting there would mean to a country under siege. They’re one game away.
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For USMNT and Others, World Cup Run Starts With a Sprint
The New York Times – Sports:
The schedule for Qatar is set, but rosters are not. For players in the United States and elsewhere, a few weeks in a camp and a handful of matches could change everything.
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U.S. Soccer and Players Guarantee Equal Pay in New Contracts
The New York Times – Sports:
Landmark labor agreements with members of the men’s and women’s national teams will include higher paychecks and shared World Cup prize money.
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Chile Files Claim Seeking Ecuador’s Place in the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
A dispute over a player’s eligibility could alter the qualifying results in South America. Chile has asked for forfeits, and Ecuador’s spot in Qatar.
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Wary of Human Rights Issues, World Cup Sponsors Edge Away from Qatar
The New York Times – Sports:
Troubled by worker abuse and human rights, some World Cup sponsors are distancing themselves from the host nation. But not everyone is backing away.
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What to Know About 2022 World Cup Travel to Qatar
The New York Times – Travel:
Tickets are on sale for the world’s most popular sporting event, but concerns over worker exploitation and laws against homosexuality have complicated the decision to attend for some fans.
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Exiled by Russian Bombs, Shakhtar Donetsk Embraces Its Journey
The New York Times – Sports:
Shakhtar Donetsk was forced from its home city and then its country by Russian invasions. Its next stop? A series of exhibition games that will raise money for the war effort.
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A Biennial World Cup Is Dead, but FIFA’s Fight Isn’t Over
The New York Times – Sports:
FIFA has quietly given up on a plan to hold the World Cup every two years. But surrender may not mean peace for its president, Gianni Infantino.