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WORLD XV

Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 20, 2022
France rocked as Karim Benzema ruled out of World Cup
France's hope of successfully defending the World Cup was dealt a huge blow late on Saturday as Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema was ruled out of the tournament in Qatar with an injured left thigh.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 19, 2022
FIFA chief blasts 'hypocrisy' of Western nations on eve of World Cup
The build-up to the tournament has been dominated by concerns over Qatar's treatment of migrant workers, women and the LGBTQ community, to the visible annoyance of organizers.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 18, 2022
In apparent reversal, Qatar set to ban alcohol sales in World Cup stadiums
The move to ban alcohol sales within stadiums is an about-face from Qatar's previous position and comes just days prior to the start of the tournament.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 18, 2022
World Cup mired in controversy set to kick off in Qatar
This edition of the tournament has generated far more headlines about what's taken place off the pitch than what's expected to take place on it.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Nov 17, 2022
Shohei Ohtani announces intention to play for Japan at World Baseball Classic
'I have officially informed Team Japan Manager Mr. Kuriyama that I would like to participate in next year's WBC,' Ohtani said on social media.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 17, 2022
Japan hoping German experience can provide boost in World Cup opener
Daichi Kamada says the nation's large contingent of players from Germany's Bundesliga can draw mental strength from knowing they 'share the same stage' as Germany's stars.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 16, 2022
Mid-season World Cup 'ominous' for player welfare, warns FIFPro
The global players' union has regularly voiced concerns about player workload since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 15, 2022
Arab fans' World Cup fever cooled by Qatar costs
Despite the region's debut as host, many fans will watch from home, citing expensive flights and steep rates for accommodations.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 15, 2022
In World Cup tempest, an oasis of calm for fans with autism
Attendees with sensory processing disorders will be able to watch games in comfort from special rooms built within three of Qatar 2022's venues.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 15, 2022
Denmark's coach says team will 'focus on football' in Qatar
Last week FIFA denied the Danish request to be allowed wear jerseys bearing the message 'Human Rights for All' during training sessions in Qatar.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 14, 2022
Handshakes, shoes and coffee cups: Qatar World Cup etiquette essentials
Here are some of the cultural conventions football fans should know when visiting the gas-rich Gulf emirate, which, like other Arab nations, prides itself on its hospitality.
Japan Times
Rugby
Nov 13, 2022
Investment urged in women's rugby after stirring World Cup
World Rugby chief Bill Beaumont said a shortfall in sponsorship and broadcast rights was partly due to a lack of commitment World Rugby itself had made to the women's 15-a-side game.
Japan Times
Rugby
Nov 12, 2022
France not interested in being tagged as Rugby World Cup favorite
'The notion of favorites is so subjective,' France team manager Raphael Ibanez told reporters this week. 'We leave other nations the statute of favorites.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 11, 2022
FIFA denies Denmark's request to wear shirts with human rights message during World Cup
The Danish Football Association (DBU) said on Thursday that FIFA had rejected Denmark's request to train at the World Cup in shirts with the words "human rights for all" on them.

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