The World Cup kicks off in Qatar TODAY, and ESPN has you covered for the world's biggest sporting event.Ahead of the opener between the hosts Qatar and Ecuador (11 a.m. ET/4 p.m. GMT), we have tons of great previews and reads to get you prepared for it all. Get started with our 2022 World Cup guide detailing the big stars (including Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo), the faves (Argentina, France, Brazil) and key games to circle on your calendar (obviously United States-England next Friday).
Be sure to check in with ESPN throughout the tournament as we bring the latest from Qatar. Let's get into it.
- World Cup news, features, previews, and more
- Stream FC Daily and Futbol Americas on ESPN+
News and Notes
France striker Karim Benzema has been ruled out of the World Cup after suffering an injury to his left thigh during training on Saturday in Doha.
Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies remains an injury doubt for Canada's World Cup opener against Belgium on Wednesday as he continues his recovery from a hamstring strain suffered earlier this month. Canada coach John Herdman said Davies was "still building toward top speed. But he hasn't hit that top speed yet."
FIFA president Gianni Infantino slams Europe's "hypocrisy" in astonishing speech defending Qatar.
Beer bait-and-switch? A big reversal for fans attending the games as World Cup organizers banned the sale of alcohol around stadiums.
Rest easy, Spain fans. Players for Luis Enrique's side will be sleeping on specially designed mattress toppers in the hope that a good night's sleep will help them succeed at the tournament.
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Qatar coach Felix Sanchez has warned "the internet is very dangerous" and insisted his team is unaffected by speculation over the integrity of the World Cup as they prepare for Sunday's opening game against Ecuador.
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Be sure to check in with ESPN throughout the tournament as we bring the latest from Qatar. Let's get into it.
- World Cup news, features, previews, and more
- Stream FC Daily and Futbol Americas on ESPN+
News and Notes
France striker Karim Benzema has been ruled out of the World Cup after suffering an injury to his left thigh during training on Saturday in Doha.
Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies remains an injury doubt for Canada's World Cup opener against Belgium on Wednesday as he continues his recovery from a hamstring strain suffered earlier this month. Canada coach John Herdman said Davies was "still building toward top speed. But he hasn't hit that top speed yet."
FIFA president Gianni Infantino slams Europe's "hypocrisy" in astonishing speech defending Qatar.
Beer bait-and-switch? A big reversal for fans attending the games as World Cup organizers banned the sale of alcohol around stadiums.
Rest easy, Spain fans. Players for Luis Enrique's side will be sleeping on specially designed mattress toppers in the hope that a good night's sleep will help them succeed at the tournament.
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Infantino's monologue touched on the criticisms and issues related to the 2022 Qatar World Cup, but felt tone deaf and detached.
Which players need a big World Cup?
The most prestigious tournament in football is the place to shine if you harbour hopes of a transfer, are keen to prove something to your current club, or even just want to end your career on a high.
What's on tap
Qatar coach Felix Sanchez has warned "the internet is very dangerous" and insisted his team is unaffected by speculation over the integrity of the World Cup as they prepare for Sunday's opening game against Ecuador.
Bernardo Silva insists that Cristiano Ronaldo's fallout with Manchester United is not a distraction for Portugal. Asked about the mood in the camp and if he had offered support to the 37-year-old, he said: "Top, top, top. The news that comes from England has nothing to do with the national team so I won't say anything. It doesn't concern me, it concerns Cristiano. I don't have to
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