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<p>India's brightest badminton prospect and 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshay Sen has found himself in a controversy after an FIR was filed against him for age fraud and cheating in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>According to reports, Sen, his father Dhirendra Kumar, brother Chirag, and mother Nirmala alongside coach U Vimal Kumar have been named in the FIR filed by an individual named M Goviappa Nagaraja.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nagaraja alleged that the 21-year-old and his brother fudged their age since 2010 to play in age-group tournaments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The complainant in the FIR added that the brothers colluded with the parents and the coach to forge the birth documents.&nbsp;Nagaraja said Sen's age is 24 which is starkly different from the August 16, 2001 date mentioned in the shuttler's document registered with the Badminton Association of India.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Consequently, the individuals in the FIR have been charged with cheating (Section 420), forgery (468), using a forged document as genuine (471) and acts done by several persons of common intention (34) under the Indian Penal Code (IPC).&nbsp;</p>

<p>If the allegations are proven true, Sen may have to forego a majority of his records and trophies won.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking about the FIR, Kumar who has coached Sen and his brother for over 10 years said, "It is very annoying. It is cheap stuff. Lakshya has done well and has started training again after a break. It is mentally very disturbing for him."</p>

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<p>Sen created history in August after he became only the fourth Indian after Prakash Padukone, Syed Modi and Parupalli Kashyap to claim gold in men's singles at the Commonwealth Games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Facing Malaysian shuttler Ng Tze Yong in the men's singles summit clash, Lakshya emerged on top after losing the opening game to win 19-21, 21-9, 21-16.</p>

<p>Hailing from Almora district in Uttarakhand, Sen had also won the historic Thomas Cup earlier this year too. As an appreciation for his stellar performances, he was awarded the Arjuna award by the government.&nbsp;</p>

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India's brightest badminton prospect and 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshay Sen has found himself in a controversy after an FIR was filed against him for age fraud and cheating in Bengaluru.

India's brightest badminton prospect and 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshay Sen has found himself in a controversy after an FIR was filed against him for age fraud and cheating in Bengaluru. According to reports, Sen, his father Dhirendra Kumar, brother Chirag, and mother Nirmala alongside coach U Vimal Kumar have been named in the FIR filed by an individual named M Goviappa Nagaraja. Nagaraja alleged that the 21-year-old and his brother fudged their age since 2010 to play in age-group tournaments. The complainant in the FIR added that the brothers colluded with the parents and the coach to forge the birth documents. Nagaraja said Sen's age is 24 which is starkly different from the August 16, 2001 date mentioned in the shuttler's document registered with the Badminton Association of India. WATCH | The rise of Lakshya Sen: India's youngest All England Open finalist × Consequently, the individuals in the FIR have been charged with cheating (Section 420), forgery (468), using a forged document as genuine (471) and acts done by several persons of common intention (34) under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). If the allegations are proven true, Sen may have to forego a majority of his records and trophies won. Speaking about the FIR, Kumar who has coached Sen and his brother for over 10 years said, "It is very annoying. It is cheap stuff. Lakshya has done well and has started training again after a break. It is mentally very disturbing for him." WATCH: Lakshya Sen goes bonkers after clinching gold at CWG'22, takes off jersey and throws racket into crowd Sen created history in August after he became only the fourth Indian after Prakash Padukone, Syed Modi and Parupalli Kashyap to claim gold in men's singles at the Commonwealth Games. Facing Malaysian shuttler Ng Tze Yong in the men's singles summit clash, Lakshya emerged on top after losing the opening game to win 19-21, 21-9, 21-16. Hailing from Almora district in Uttarakhand, Sen had also won the historic Thomas Cup earlier this year too. As an appreciation for his stellar performances, he was awarded the Arjuna award by the government. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar believes that rain helped India avoid the blues against New Zealand in the recently concluded ODI series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gavaskar, in his column in Time of India said Indian batters were once again found out on the bouncy New Zealand pitches and if it weren't for the rain, the series could have ended in a 3-0 rout.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The weather gods saved India from what could have been a total rout in the three-match ODI series in New Zealand," wrote Gavaskar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"What the series showed is that when it comes to pitches where there is movement or extra bounce, the Indian batters continue to be challenged, just like earlier generations," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The former Indian captain added that Indian batters had to bat with a positive and aggressive intent which they failed to do so.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In Test-match cricket there are opportunities to show gumption and technique and come through it with some bruises and runs to show for the effort. But in One-day cricket, where there is the need to make every ball count for something, the opportunity to wait for the scoreable delivery is much less."</p>

<p>India toured New Zealand shortly after the disappointment at the T20 World Cup where the team crashed out of the semifinal. India won the T20I series 1-0 but could never really manage to compete in the 50-over format.</p>

<p>In the same column, Gavaskar also shot a warning message for the Indian team to not take Bangladesh lightly, especially in their backyard.</p>

<p>"Now for the tour of Bangladesh all the big guns in batting are back as also in the bowling and India will be a formidable team once again.That said the Bangladeshis are an extremely tough team to beat in their home environs and India will have to be at their best to win."</p>

<p>India are scheduled to play three ODIs and two Tests in Bangladesh. The first ODI is currently ongoing at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar believes that rain helped India avoid the blues against New Zealand in the recently concluded ODI series. Gavaskar, in his column in Time of India said Indian batters were once again found out on the bouncy New Zealand pitches and if it weren't for the rain, the series could have ended in a 3-0 rout.

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar believes that rain helped India avoid the blues against New Zealand in the recently concluded ODI series. Gavaskar, in his column in Time of India said Indian batters were once again found out on the bouncy New Zealand pitches and if it weren't for the rain, the series could have ended in a 3-0 rout. "The weather gods saved India from what could have been a total rout in the three-match ODI series in New Zealand," wrote Gavaskar. "What the series showed is that when it comes to pitches where there is movement or extra bounce, the Indian batters continue to be challenged, just like earlier generations," he added. WATCH | Stunned Virat Kohli walks off after Bangladesh skipper Litton Das takes a brilliant catch The former Indian captain added that Indian batters had to bat with a positive and aggressive intent which they failed to do so. "In Test-match cricket there are opportunities to show gumption and technique and come through it with some bruises and runs to show for the effort. But in One-day cricket, where there is the need to make every ball count for something, the opportunity to wait for the scoreable delivery is much less." India toured New Zealand shortly after the disappointment at the T20 World Cup where the team crashed out of the semifinal. India won the T20I series 1-0 but could never really manage to compete in the 50-over format. In the same column, Gavaskar also shot a warning message for the Indian team to not take Bangladesh lightly, especially in their backyard. "Now for the tour of Bangladesh all the big guns in batting are back as also in the bowling and India will be a formidable team once again.That said the Bangladeshis are an extremely tough team to beat in their home environs and India will have to be at their best to win." India are scheduled to play three ODIs and two Tests in Bangladesh. The first ODI is currently ongoing at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka. Read more: India tour of Bangladesh: Full squads, schedule, timings, telecast - All you need to know (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli wore a look of astonishment and disbelief in equal measures after Bangladesh captain Litton Das took a stunning catch to spoil the former's return to competitive cricket after a short break.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Coming in to bat at no.3 Virat Kohli looked in decent touch and appeared to be shouldering the rebuilding duties after the dismissal of opener Shikar Dhawan. However, in the eleventh over of the match, left-arm orthodox Shakib Al Hasan was brought into the attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The left-armer drifted one gently in front of Kohli's bat who was drawn into the shot, failing to read the flight properly. Kohli's one hand came off the handle and he ended up miscuing the drive to the extra cover region.</p>

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<p>Litton Das stationed in the region dived to his right rather acrobatically and pulled out a one-hand stunner, much to the delight of Bangladeshi players who swarmed him in no time. Meanwhile, a stunned Kohli stood on the crease for a moment before trudging back to the pavilion, slowly.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bangladesh won the toss at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium and put the visitors to bat first. India were off to a shaky start as Dhawan departed on the lowly score of seven after being bowled by Mehidy Hasan Miraz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prior to Kohli's dismissal, Shakib had castled skipper Rohit Sharma (27 off 31) as well. Unlike Kohli, Sharma was beaten by the arm ball which held its line and went through Sharma's defence and clattered into middle and legstump.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Playing XIs for the match:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>India:&nbsp;</strong>Rohit Sharma (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (w), Washington Sundar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Sen&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Bangladesh:</strong>&nbsp;Litton Das (c), Anamul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim (w), Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Ebadot Hossain</p>

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Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli wore a look of astonishment and disbelief in equal measures after Bangladesh captain Litton Das took a stunning catch to spoil the former's return to competitive cricket after a short break.

Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli wore a look of astonishment and disbelief in equal measures after Bangladesh captain Litton Das took a stunning catch to spoil the former's return to competitive cricket after a short break. Coming in to bat at no.3 Virat Kohli looked in decent touch and appeared to be shouldering the rebuilding duties after the dismissal of opener Shikar Dhawan. However, in the eleventh over of the match, left-arm orthodox Shakib Al Hasan was brought into the attack. The left-armer drifted one gently in front of Kohli's bat who was drawn into the shot, failing to read the flight properly. Kohli's one hand came off the handle and he ended up miscuing the drive to the extra cover region. #INDvsBAN what a catch bu L DAS #ViratKohli𓃵 gets dismissed early pic.twitter.com/5V2oWFrNJT — Ehsan ul haq (@theehsanulhaq01) December 4, 2022 × Litton Das stationed in the region dived to his right rather acrobatically and pulled out a one-hand stunner, much to the delight of Bangladeshi players who swarmed him in no time. Meanwhile, a stunned Kohli stood on the crease for a moment before trudging back to the pavilion, slowly. Read more: BAN vs IND 2022, 1st ODI: Rishabh Pant released from ODI squad, to join team ahead of Tests Bangladesh won the toss at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium and put the visitors to bat first. India were off to a shaky start as Dhawan departed on the lowly score of seven after being bowled by Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Prior to Kohli's dismissal, Shakib had castled skipper Rohit Sharma (27 off 31) as well. Unlike Kohli, Sharma was beaten by the arm ball which held its line and went through Sharma's defence and clattered into middle and legstump. Playing XIs for the match: India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (w), Washington Sundar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Sen Bangladesh: Litton Das (c), Anamul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim (w), Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Ebadot Hossain WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>While his team may have progressed to the knockouts, Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in the group stage of the ongoing World Cup has left much to be desired. Such has been Ronaldo's lacklustre form that he has been named in the worst XI of the World Cup group stage.</p>

<p>In a list compiled by SofaScore, Ronaldo was placed up front with an average rating of 6.37 across the three group matches. Ronaldo could not manage a single goal from open play and the only scoring opportunity came against Ghana via a penalty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 37-year-old's performance against South Korea was perhaps directly responsible for the opening goal. Consequently, Portugal were beaten by the Taegeuk Warriors in the final group match.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While Ronaldo leads the line in the worst-playing XI, he is joined in the front two by Qatar's golden boy, Almoez Ali with a lowly SofaScore of 6.23.</p>

<p>The midfield comprises of Canada's Tajon Buchanan (6.10), Qatar's Karim Boudiaf (6.30), Saudi Arabia's Abdulellah Al-Malki (6.15) and Australia's Leckie (6.33).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two centre-backs have been named Costa Rican Francisco Calvo (6.25) and Oscar Duarte (6.30). Meanwhile, Canadian defender Alistair Johnston (6.40) is placed at right-back and Homam Ahmed (6.23) is his counterpart at left-back.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With the Portuguese not as pacy and agile as once he was, opposition teams are able to tame Ronaldo easily. Acting as a poacher in the twilight years of his career, Ronaldo has come under criticism regarding his playing style and if it suits the needs of modern football teams.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>His tumultuous stay at Manchester United was more often than not plagued by this particular question. While Ronaldo fared relatively well in the last season, he could not break into Eric Ten Hag's plans as the Dutch plays a high-pressing game.</p>

<p>While Ronaldo may not have fired all cylinders in the group stage, he certainly has the calibre to lift his game in the big games. Portugal square up against Switzerland on Tuesday and manager&nbsp;Fernando Santos will hope that his talisman could regain some of the old touch.&nbsp;</p>

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While his team may have progressed to the knockouts, Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in the group stage of the ongoing World Cup has left much to be desired. Such has been Ronaldo's lacklustre form that he has been named in the worst XI of the World Cup group stage.

While his team may have progressed to the knockouts, Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in the group stage of the ongoing World Cup has left much to be desired. Such has been Ronaldo's lacklustre form that he has been named in the worst XI of the World Cup group stage. In a list compiled by SofaScore, Ronaldo was placed up front with an average rating of 6.37 across the three group matches. Ronaldo could not manage a single goal from open play and the only scoring opportunity came against Ghana via a penalty. The 37-year-old's performance against South Korea was perhaps directly responsible for the opening goal. Consequently, Portugal were beaten by the Taegeuk Warriors in the final group match. WATCH | Edinson Cavani punches pitch-side VAR monitor after Uruguay crash out of World Cup While Ronaldo leads the line in the worst-playing XI, he is joined in the front two by Qatar's golden boy, Almoez Ali with a lowly SofaScore of 6.23. The midfield comprises of Canada's Tajon Buchanan (6.10), Qatar's Karim Boudiaf (6.30), Saudi Arabia's Abdulellah Al-Malki (6.15) and Australia's Leckie (6.33). The two centre-backs have been named Costa Rican Francisco Calvo (6.25) and Oscar Duarte (6.30). Meanwhile, Canadian defender Alistair Johnston (6.40) is placed at right-back and Homam Ahmed (6.23) is his counterpart at left-back. O SofaScore fez uma seleção dos piores jogadores da primeira fase da Copa do Mundo. E incluiu Cristiano Ronaldo... 😳😦 pic.twitter.com/SJC4QXeltP — Thomas Alencar (@thomasalencr) December 3, 2022 × With the Portuguese not as pacy and agile as once he was, opposition teams are able to tame Ronaldo easily. Acting as a poacher in the twilight years of his career, Ronaldo has come under criticism regarding his playing style and if it suits the needs of modern football teams. Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands knock US out of the World Cup with a thumping 3-1 victory His tumultuous stay at Manchester United was more often than not plagued by this particular question. While Ronaldo fared relatively well in the last season, he could not break into Eric Ten Hag's plans as the Dutch plays a high-pressing game. While Ronaldo may not have fired all cylinders in the group stage, he certainly has the calibre to lift his game in the big games. Portugal square up against Switzerland on Tuesday and manager Fernando Santos will hope that his talisman could regain some of the old touch. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Memphis Depay and Daley Blind scored in the first half and Denzel Dumfries added a late goal as the Netherlands eliminated the United States from the World Cup with a 3-1 victory Saturday that advanced the Dutch to the quarterfinals.</p>

<p>Second-half substitute Haji Wright cut the US deficit to 2-1 in the 76th minute when Christian Pulisic’s cross hit his trailing foot and popped over goalkeeper Andries Noppert and into the net. But Dumfries, who assisted on the first two goals, scored on a volley in the 81st.</p>

<p>Runners-up in 1974, 1978 and 2010, the Oranje extended their unbeaten streak to 19 games and face Argentina or Australia on Friday.</p>

<p>It was a disappointing end for a rebuilt US team hoping to advance past the round of 16 for the first time since 2002. Using the second-youngest squad in the tournament, the Americans achieved the bare minimum to consider the World Cup a success, beating Iran in their group-stage finale to reach the knockout round.</p>

<p>But just like in 2010 against Ghana and 2014 against Belgium, the United States was eliminated in the round of 16. The Americans are winless in 12 games against European opponents at the World Cup since 2002, losing six, and are 1-7 during the tournament’s knockout rounds.</p>

<p>Pulisic, playing four days after getting hurt during his game-winning goal against Iran, had a chance to put the United States ahead in the third minute but Noppert, playing in only his fourth international match, blocked his point-blank shot. With the Americans seeking an equalizing goal, Noppert dived to stop Tim Weah’s 25-yard effort in the 42nd.</p>

<p>The crowd of 44,846 was well back from the field at renovated Khalifa International Stadium, which has an athletics track and was more subdued than the raucous spectators for the match against Iran.</p>

<p>While the United States had the better play at the start, the Dutch went ahead after breaking the American press. Dumfries one-timed a pass from the right flank as Depay streaked unmarked into the penalty area.</p>

<p>His right-footed shot from 14 yards beat Matt Turner to the far post in the 10th minute for his 43rd international goal, moving him into sole possession of second place on the Dutch career scoring list behind Robin van Persie’s 50.</p>

<p>The goal was the first allowed by the United States from the run of play in the tournament. In 37 World Cup matches, the Americans have never won a game in which they trailed.</p>

<p>The Netherlands doubled the lead on virtually the final kick of the first half, in the first minute of stoppage time. After a quick series of exchanges following a throw-in, Dumfries got a cross around Tyler Adams and found Blind wide open at the penalty spot.</p>

<p>Blind scored only his third international goal, his first in eight years. Gio Reyna fed an open Weston McKennie in the 54th, but he skied his shot over the crossbar.</p>

<p>Wright entered in the 67th and scored his second international goal, sparking US hopes. But Dumfries was left unmarked by Tim Ream and Antonee Robinson and used his left foot to volley Blind’s cross.</p>

<p><strong>Young and restless</strong></p>

<p>The starting lineup for the United States was its youngest for a World Cup knockout match at 25 years, 86 days. The previous low was 27 years, 19 days for the 1930 semifinal loss to Argentina.</p>

<p><strong>Up next</strong></p>

<p>The Netherlands will next play Friday at Lusail Stadium, the site of this year’s final.</p>

<p>The Americans begin the 2026 cycle with a match against Serbia on Jan. 25 in Los Angeles and face Colombia three days later in Carson, California. The games are not on FIFA dates, meaning mostly Major League Soccer players will be used.</p>

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Memphis Depay and Daley Blind scored in the first half and Denzel Dumfries added a late goal as the Netherlands eliminated the United States from the World Cup with a 3-1 victory Saturday that advanced the Dutch to the quarterfinals.

Memphis Depay and Daley Blind scored in the first half and Denzel Dumfries added a late goal as the Netherlands eliminated the United States from the World Cup with a 3-1 victory Saturday that advanced the Dutch to the quarterfinals. Second-half substitute Haji Wright cut the US deficit to 2-1 in the 76th minute when Christian Pulisic’s cross hit his trailing foot and popped over goalkeeper Andries Noppert and into the net. But Dumfries, who assisted on the first two goals, scored on a volley in the 81st. Runners-up in 1974, 1978 and 2010, the Oranje extended their unbeaten streak to 19 games and face Argentina or Australia on Friday. It was a disappointing end for a rebuilt US team hoping to advance past the round of 16 for the first time since 2002. Using the second-youngest squad in the tournament, the Americans achieved the bare minimum to consider the World Cup a success, beating Iran in their group-stage finale to reach the knockout round. But just like in 2010 against Ghana and 2014 against Belgium, the United States was eliminated in the round of 16. The Americans are winless in 12 games against European opponents at the World Cup since 2002, losing six, and are 1-7 during the tournament’s knockout rounds. Pulisic, playing four days after getting hurt during his game-winning goal against Iran, had a chance to put the United States ahead in the third minute but Noppert, playing in only his fourth international match, blocked his point-blank shot. With the Americans seeking an equalizing goal, Noppert dived to stop Tim Weah’s 25-yard effort in the 42nd. The crowd of 44,846 was well back from the field at renovated Khalifa International Stadium, which has an athletics track and was more subdued than the raucous spectators for the match against Iran. While the United States had the better play at the start, the Dutch went ahead after breaking the American press. Dumfries one-timed a pass from the right flank as Depay streaked unmarked into the penalty area. His right-footed shot from 14 yards beat Matt Turner to the far post in the 10th minute for his 43rd international goal, moving him into sole possession of second place on the Dutch career scoring list behind Robin van Persie’s 50. The goal was the first allowed by the United States from the run of play in the tournament. In 37 World Cup matches, the Americans have never won a game in which they trailed. The Netherlands doubled the lead on virtually the final kick of the first half, in the first minute of stoppage time. After a quick series of exchanges following a throw-in, Dumfries got a cross around Tyler Adams and found Blind wide open at the penalty spot. Blind scored only his third international goal, his first in eight years. Gio Reyna fed an open Weston McKennie in the 54th, but he skied his shot over the crossbar. Wright entered in the 67th and scored his second international goal, sparking US hopes. But Dumfries was left unmarked by Tim Ream and Antonee Robinson and used his left foot to volley Blind’s cross. Young and restless The starting lineup for the United States was its youngest for a World Cup knockout match at 25 years, 86 days. The previous low was 27 years, 19 days for the 1930 semifinal loss to Argentina. Up next The Netherlands will next play Friday at Lusail Stadium, the site of this year’s final. The Americans begin the 2026 cycle with a match against Serbia on Jan. 25 in Los Angeles and face Colombia three days later in Carson, California. The games are not on FIFA dates, meaning mostly Major League Soccer players will be used. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed if not winning the Champions League was a criterion, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola would have been sacked seven-eight times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interview with AS, Pochettino was asked about his sacking as the PSG manager, 17 months into the job and despite winning the league with the Parisians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pochettino hit out at the critics who considered his achievement as&nbsp;'underwhelming', suggesting if that was the case then managers like Guardiola would have met the same fate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If [I left] PSG for not winning the Champions League, Guardiola should have already been sacked seven or eight times!" said Pochettino.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They are different realities. PSG is built to try to win the Champions League. If it is not achieved, the first person responsible is me. That no one hides," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PSG and Manchester City are yet to lay hands on the UEFA Champions League (UCL) trophy. Both clubs have rich owners who have spent billions on the squad with the sole aim to win the UCL trophy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Guardiola has been at the helm of affairs at Man City for more than seven seasons now. The Champions League is one of the only trophies that has eluded him during this period.</p>

<p>Despite having a stacked roster of stars over the years, Guardiola and his multibillion-dollar teams have faltered at the knockout stages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2021, Man City managed to reach the final of the showpiece event but had to content with the runners-up medal as Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea won by a solitary goal courtesy of Kai Havertz.</p>

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<p>As for Pochettino, the Ligue 1 trophy with PSG was the first major trophy of his managerial career. As Tottenham Hotspur manager, Pochenttino came close to the UCL trophy but was outmuscled by Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool in Madrid in 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pochettino is currently without any club but he has shown a willingness to get back in the game. With several national team coaches expected to step down or get fired after the World Cup ends, the former Tottenham boss could become a national team coach.</p>

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Former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed if not winning the Champions League was a criterion, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola would have been sacked seven-eight times.

Former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed if not winning the Champions League was a criterion, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola would have been sacked seven-eight times. In an interview with AS, Pochettino was asked about his sacking as the PSG manager, 17 months into the job and despite winning the league with the Parisians. Pochettino hit out at the critics who considered his achievement as 'underwhelming', suggesting if that was the case then managers like Guardiola would have met the same fate. "If [I left] PSG for not winning the Champions League, Guardiola should have already been sacked seven or eight times!" said Pochettino. "They are different realities. PSG is built to try to win the Champions League. If it is not achieved, the first person responsible is me. That no one hides," he added. WATCH | Edinson Cavani punches pitch-side VAR monitor after Uruguay crash out of World Cup PSG and Manchester City are yet to lay hands on the UEFA Champions League (UCL) trophy. Both clubs have rich owners who have spent billions on the squad with the sole aim to win the UCL trophy. Guardiola has been at the helm of affairs at Man City for more than seven seasons now. The Champions League is one of the only trophies that has eluded him during this period. Despite having a stacked roster of stars over the years, Guardiola and his multibillion-dollar teams have faltered at the knockout stages. In 2021, Man City managed to reach the final of the showpiece event but had to content with the runners-up medal as Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea won by a solitary goal courtesy of Kai Havertz. Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16 Schedule: Check fixtures and matches list of your favourite teams in 2nd round As for Pochettino, the Ligue 1 trophy with PSG was the first major trophy of his managerial career. As Tottenham Hotspur manager, Pochenttino came close to the UCL trophy but was outmuscled by Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool in Madrid in 2019. Pochettino is currently without any club but he has shown a willingness to get back in the game. With several national team coaches expected to step down or get fired after the World Cup ends, the former Tottenham boss could become a national team coach. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Portugal's&nbsp;Cristiano Ronaldo was reportedly 'insulted' by South Korean player&nbsp;Cho Gue-sung during Friday's final Group H match where the Asian side managed to outmuscle the 2016 Euro champions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident transpired during the 65th minute of the game when manager Fernando Santos substituted Ronaldo&nbsp;for Andre Silva. The game was evenly balanced at the stage with the scoreline reading 1-1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, as Ronaldo slowly trudged off the pitch, he appeared to have a verbal altercation with Cho. The Portuguese star put his finger to his mouth, suggesting the Korean keep quiet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to a Portuguese outlet after the match, Ronaldo said Cho was hurrying him off the pitch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"What happened was before my substitution, the South Korea player told me to get off quickly. I told him to shut up as he doesn't have that authority. There was no disagreement [with the coach]."</p>

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<p>Standing in the technical area beside the pitch, manager Santos said Ronaldo was left angry&nbsp;after the argument.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The player from Korea was insulting him telling him to go away, so that is the reason why he was angry, everyone saw that.&nbsp;I saw the interaction with the Korea player and I don't have any doubts about it and if you see the images you see Pepe went towards the Korea player," said Santos.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He was not aggressive, he was only verbally aggressive, he was speaking in English to Cristiano, and Cristiano said, 'Perhaps he had a bad day.'"</p>

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<p>Coming into the match, Ronaldo's Portugal had already qualified for the knockouts while South Korea needed a win.&nbsp;After conceding a goal in the first five minutes, the South Koreans showed a spirited performance and managed to restore parity in the 27th minute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, just when it looked like South Korea would crash out, their talisman&nbsp;Son Heung-min provided a moment of brilliance to assist Hwang Hee-chan who slotted the ball at the back of the net in the 91st minute.&nbsp;</p>

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Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo was reportedly 'insulted' by South Korean player Cho Gue-sung during Friday's final Group H match where the Asian side managed to outmuscle the 2016 Euro champions.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo was reportedly 'insulted' by South Korean player Cho Gue-sung during Friday's final Group H match where the Asian side managed to outmuscle the 2016 Euro champions. The incident transpired during the 65th minute of the game when manager Fernando Santos substituted Ronaldo for Andre Silva. The game was evenly balanced at the stage with the scoreline reading 1-1. However, as Ronaldo slowly trudged off the pitch, he appeared to have a verbal altercation with Cho. The Portuguese star put his finger to his mouth, suggesting the Korean keep quiet. Speaking to a Portuguese outlet after the match, Ronaldo said Cho was hurrying him off the pitch. "What happened was before my substitution, the South Korea player told me to get off quickly. I told him to shut up as he doesn't have that authority. There was no disagreement [with the coach]." WATCH | FIFA World Cup: Pro-Palestinian banner welcomed during matches × Standing in the technical area beside the pitch, manager Santos said Ronaldo was left angry after the argument. "The player from Korea was insulting him telling him to go away, so that is the reason why he was angry, everyone saw that. I saw the interaction with the Korea player and I don't have any doubts about it and if you see the images you see Pepe went towards the Korea player," said Santos. "He was not aggressive, he was only verbally aggressive, he was speaking in English to Cristiano, and Cristiano said, 'Perhaps he had a bad day.'" Read more: UNBELIEVABLE! Ronaldo on the verge of agreeing to a whopping €400 million deal with Saudi Arabian club: Report Coming into the match, Ronaldo's Portugal had already qualified for the knockouts while South Korea needed a win. After conceding a goal in the first five minutes, the South Koreans showed a spirited performance and managed to restore parity in the 27th minute. However, just when it looked like South Korea would crash out, their talisman Son Heung-min provided a moment of brilliance to assist Hwang Hee-chan who slotted the ball at the back of the net in the 91st minute. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Brazilian football legend Pele, 82, has been moved to 'end-of-life' or 'palliative care'&nbsp;after he stopped responding to chemotherapy in his fight against bowel cancer, reported Folha de S. Paulo.&nbsp;Under palliative care, patients with&nbsp;potentially life-threatening diseases or conditions are not subjected to invasive tests or treatment. The main focus of this type of treatment is to provide relief from symptoms and stress of illness.&nbsp;</p>

<p>France international superstar Kylian Mbappe took to Twitter to tweet good wishes for the Brazilian. "Pray for the King," tweeted Mbappe.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Pele whose full name is Edson Arantes do Nascimento was admitted into the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil on Tuesday for a "re-evaluation" of the chemotherapy he has been undergoing since surgery to remove a colon tumour in September 2021.</p>

<p>The hospital in a medical bulletin on Thursday informed that Pele's condition was stable.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He is stable and his health is showing general improvement. (He) will remain in the hospital in the coming days to continue treatment," read the bulletin.</p>

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<p>Afterwards, Pele in an Instagram post thanked the well-wishers for their messages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's always nice to receive positive messages like this. Thanks to Qatar for this tribute, and to everyone who sends me good vibes!" wrote Pele.</p>

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<p>Born with natural talent,&nbsp;Pele made his senior debut&nbsp;for Brazil against arch-rivals Argentina at the mere age of 17. He went on to win the FIFA World Cup thrice in 1958, 1962 and 1970 for Brazil. In the 1970 edition,&nbsp;he was named player of the tournament.</p>

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Brazilian football legend Pele, 82, has been moved to 'end-of-life' or 'palliative care' after he stopped responding to chemotherapy in his fight against bowel cancer, reported Folha de S.

Brazilian football legend Pele, 82, has been moved to 'end-of-life' or 'palliative care' after he stopped responding to chemotherapy in his fight against bowel cancer, reported Folha de S. Paulo. Under palliative care, patients with potentially life-threatening diseases or conditions are not subjected to invasive tests or treatment. The main focus of this type of treatment is to provide relief from symptoms and stress of illness. France international superstar Kylian Mbappe took to Twitter to tweet good wishes for the Brazilian. "Pray for the King," tweeted Mbappe. Pray for the King 👑🙏🏽🇧🇷 @Pele — Kylian Mbappé (@KMbappe) December 3, 2022 × Pele whose full name is Edson Arantes do Nascimento was admitted into the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil on Tuesday for a "re-evaluation" of the chemotherapy he has been undergoing since surgery to remove a colon tumour in September 2021. The hospital in a medical bulletin on Thursday informed that Pele's condition was stable. "He is stable and his health is showing general improvement. (He) will remain in the hospital in the coming days to continue treatment," read the bulletin. Read more: Pele develops respiratory infection following hospitalisation, remains stable Afterwards, Pele in an Instagram post thanked the well-wishers for their messages. "It's always nice to receive positive messages like this. Thanks to Qatar for this tribute, and to everyone who sends me good vibes!" wrote Pele. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pelé (@pele) × Born with natural talent, Pele made his senior debut for Brazil against arch-rivals Argentina at the mere age of 17. He went on to win the FIFA World Cup thrice in 1958, 1962 and 1970 for Brazil. In the 1970 edition, he was named player of the tournament. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The Qatar FIFA World Cup has not been short of drama on and off the pitch. On Friday, Switzerland and Serbia locked horns and another bout of political statements dominated the game. Now, Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under the lens and could face a FIFA investigation for his actions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Around the hour mark into the absorbing game with the scoreline reading 3-2 in Switzerland's favour, the Arsenal player&nbsp;grabbed his crotch while looking in the direction of the Serbian dugout. Naturally, the Serbian camp was rattled and several players ran onto the ground to confront Xhaka.</p>

<p>The referee promptly intervened and managed to break the two factions.&nbsp;Xhaka, in the process, was served the yellow card.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-edinson-cavani-punches-pitch-side-var-monitor-after-uruguay-crash-out-of-world-cup-539743"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;WATCH | Edinson Cavani punches pitch-side VAR monitor after Uruguay crash out of World Cup</strong></a></p>

<p>However, the controversy did not die here as after the full-time whistle, Xhaka was seen wearing a shirt with the name 'Jashari' written on the back.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When asked if the shirt had any political messaging, Xhaka said:</p>

<p>"There’s no political background to it whatsoever. Ardon is part of our squad and we spend a lot of time together. I told him if we won I would wear his shirt."</p>

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<p>However, the name Jashari has a greater significance for the likes of Xhaka who is of ethnic Albanian heritage linked to Kosovo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Adem Jashari was the late founder of the Kosovo Liberation Army and fought for independence from former Yugoslavia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Xhaka's father was also involved in pro-Kosovo liberation protests and was imprisoned for six years for taking part in the demonstrations by the then Yugoslavian government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is not the first time that Swiss players have come under the scanner for their political messaging. During the last World Cup in Russia, Swiss talisman Xherdan Shaqiri alongside Xhaka celebrated goals against Serbia by making a two-headed eagle sign. The eagle is a reference to the flag of Albania.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the controversial act, both were fined $10,000 by FIFA with Shaqiri issuing an apology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's all about the excitement. ... People could give different interpretations to my jubilation. If this gesture could hurt the sensitivity of the people who watched the game...I'm sorry," said the former Liverpool player.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The Qatar FIFA World Cup has not been short of drama on and off the pitch. On Friday, Switzerland and Serbia locked horns and another bout of political statements dominated the game.

The Qatar FIFA World Cup has not been short of drama on and off the pitch. On Friday, Switzerland and Serbia locked horns and another bout of political statements dominated the game. Now, Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under the lens and could face a FIFA investigation for his actions. Around the hour mark into the absorbing game with the scoreline reading 3-2 in Switzerland's favour, the Arsenal player grabbed his crotch while looking in the direction of the Serbian dugout. Naturally, the Serbian camp was rattled and several players ran onto the ground to confront Xhaka. The referee promptly intervened and managed to break the two factions. Xhaka, in the process, was served the yellow card. Read more: WATCH | Edinson Cavani punches pitch-side VAR monitor after Uruguay crash out of World Cup However, the controversy did not die here as after the full-time whistle, Xhaka was seen wearing a shirt with the name 'Jashari' written on the back. When asked if the shirt had any political messaging, Xhaka said: "There’s no political background to it whatsoever. Ardon is part of our squad and we spend a lot of time together. I told him if we won I would wear his shirt." WATCH | FIFA World Cup: Pro-Palestinian banner welcomed during matches × However, the name Jashari has a greater significance for the likes of Xhaka who is of ethnic Albanian heritage linked to Kosovo. Adem Jashari was the late founder of the Kosovo Liberation Army and fought for independence from former Yugoslavia. Xhaka's father was also involved in pro-Kosovo liberation protests and was imprisoned for six years for taking part in the demonstrations by the then Yugoslavian government. This is not the first time that Swiss players have come under the scanner for their political messaging. During the last World Cup in Russia, Swiss talisman Xherdan Shaqiri alongside Xhaka celebrated goals against Serbia by making a two-headed eagle sign. The eagle is a reference to the flag of Albania. After the controversial act, both were fined $10,000 by FIFA with Shaqiri issuing an apology. "It's all about the excitement. ... People could give different interpretations to my jubilation. If this gesture could hurt the sensitivity of the people who watched the game...I'm sorry," said the former Liverpool player. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidrfQvjlQgZxbD" /><meta charset="utf-8" />Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani was an enraged man after his side crashed out of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Friday. Cavani while trudging back to the tunnel after the full-time whistle smashed the pitch-side VAR (Virtual Assistant Referees) monitor.</p>

<p>Cavani may have been miffed after Uruguay were denied a penalty in the 57th minute when Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez was tripped in the Ghanian box.</p>

<p>German referee Daniel Siebert did not award the penalty and even after being asked to go to the VAR monitor, he stayed firm on his original decision. Usually, decisions are overturned as soon as a referee heads to the VAR monitor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similarly, deep into the stoppage time, Cavani was brought down in the penalty box by a Ghanian defender. While Cavani and his teammates appealed vociferously for the penalty, the referee asked the Uruguayan to get up on his feet and continue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Siebert's decision rattled the Uruguyan bench which could have done with the extra goal as their 2-0 win over Ghana was not sufficient to earn them a spot in the knockouts.</p>

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<p>Uruguay needed a victory against Ghana and a superior goal difference to go ahead. However, in the other match, South Korea managed to score the decisive goal at the death after trailing within five minutes of the start of the game.</p>

<p>Uruguay till the 84th minute were coasting and had one foot in the round of 16. However, after Hwang's goal, the tide turned and desperate Uruguay tried to go for the third goal.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2022-round-of-16-schedule-check-fixtures-and-matches-list-of-your-favourite-teams-in-2nd-round-539711"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16 Schedule: Check fixtures and matches list of your favourite teams in 2nd round</strong></a></p>

<p>The third goal never arrived and Uruguay were forced out of the WC. After the end of the game, Uruguayan players surrounded the referee and linesmen and gave them a piece of their minds.&nbsp;</p>

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Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani was an enraged man after his side crashed out of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Friday. Cavani while trudging back to the tunnel after the full-time whistle smashed the pitch-side VAR (Virtual Assistant Referees) monitor.

Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani was an enraged man after his side crashed out of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Friday. Cavani while trudging back to the tunnel after the full-time whistle smashed the pitch-side VAR (Virtual Assistant Referees) monitor. Cavani may have been miffed after Uruguay were denied a penalty in the 57th minute when Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez was tripped in the Ghanian box. German referee Daniel Siebert did not award the penalty and even after being asked to go to the VAR monitor, he stayed firm on his original decision. Usually, decisions are overturned as soon as a referee heads to the VAR monitor. Similarly, deep into the stoppage time, Cavani was brought down in the penalty box by a Ghanian defender. While Cavani and his teammates appealed vociferously for the penalty, the referee asked the Uruguayan to get up on his feet and continue. Siebert's decision rattled the Uruguyan bench which could have done with the extra goal as their 2-0 win over Ghana was not sufficient to earn them a spot in the knockouts. Edinson Cavani punched the VAR screen down after #URU crashed out of the World Cup. https://t.co/hl0E91ysn0 — EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) December 2, 2022 × Uruguay needed a victory against Ghana and a superior goal difference to go ahead. However, in the other match, South Korea managed to score the decisive goal at the death after trailing within five minutes of the start of the game. Uruguay till the 84th minute were coasting and had one foot in the round of 16. However, after Hwang's goal, the tide turned and desperate Uruguay tried to go for the third goal. Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16 Schedule: Check fixtures and matches list of your favourite teams in 2nd round The third goal never arrived and Uruguay were forced out of the WC. After the end of the game, Uruguayan players surrounded the referee and linesmen and gave them a piece of their minds. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>South Korean talisman Son Heung-min on Friday described the wait for the confirmation of his team's place in the knockout rounds as 'the longest six minutes' of his life.&nbsp;"It was the longest six minutes of my life, but in the circle we were really positive," said Son after his side advanced to the last 16.&nbsp;</p>

<p>South Korea completed their side of the deal by beating Portugal, late into the stoppage time, courtesy of a moment of brilliance from Son who assisted Hwang Hee-chan for the goal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the Taeguk Warriors had to sit back and hope that Uruguay do not score a third goal against Ghana.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The South Korean captain added that if even Uruguay had scored a goal, he would have been proud of his team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I said: if Uruguay score one more goal, I'm very proud of this team and very happy that you gave it everything and we will see what's going to happen. We were just waiting, but it was a long wait," said Son.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After conceding a goal in under five minutes, the South Koreans showed a spirited performance and managed to restore parity in the 27th minute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Son praised his team's dogged spirit and attributed it to the close-knit nature of the squad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We spend more time than with friends and family. In the camp, the guys are already here more than a month. We're really, really close. I'm really grateful to those who didn't play, they could be sad but they didn't show their disappointment," said the Tottenham striker.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2022-cristiano-ronaldo-says-shut-up-after-being-insulted-by-a-south-korean-player-539696" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo says 'shut up' after being insulted by a South Korean player</strong></a></p>

<p>The Koreans will now take on tournament favourites Brazil in the round of 16 fixture on Monday. The South American side will be coming into the contest on the back of a defeat against Cameroon in the final league match.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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South Korean talisman Son Heung-min on Friday described the wait for the confirmation of his team's place in the knockout rounds as 'the longest six minutes' of his life.

South Korean talisman Son Heung-min on Friday described the wait for the confirmation of his team's place in the knockout rounds as 'the longest six minutes' of his life. "It was the longest six minutes of my life, but in the circle we were really positive," said Son after his side advanced to the last 16. South Korea completed their side of the deal by beating Portugal, late into the stoppage time, courtesy of a moment of brilliance from Son who assisted Hwang Hee-chan for the goal. However, the Taeguk Warriors had to sit back and hope that Uruguay do not score a third goal against Ghana. The South Korean captain added that if even Uruguay had scored a goal, he would have been proud of his team. "I said: if Uruguay score one more goal, I'm very proud of this team and very happy that you gave it everything and we will see what's going to happen. We were just waiting, but it was a long wait," said Son. WATCH | FIFA World Cup: Pro-Palestinian banner welcomed during matches × After conceding a goal in under five minutes, the South Koreans showed a spirited performance and managed to restore parity in the 27th minute. Son praised his team's dogged spirit and attributed it to the close-knit nature of the squad. "We spend more time than with friends and family. In the camp, the guys are already here more than a month. We're really, really close. I'm really grateful to those who didn't play, they could be sad but they didn't show their disappointment," said the Tottenham striker. Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo says 'shut up' after being insulted by a South Korean player The Koreans will now take on tournament favourites Brazil in the round of 16 fixture on Monday. The South American side will be coming into the contest on the back of a defeat against Cameroon in the final league match. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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