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The Disgrace of Gijon
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The Disgrace of Gijon

The disgrace of Gijon is a historic event in the history of Football World Cups. There are still multiple teams competing for a spot in the Round of 16. The FIFA World Cup 2022 group stage matches are near their conclusion. The group stage matches of the FIFA World Cup 2022 are nearing their conclusion to find out the best 16. There are still teams trying to qualify for the Round of 16. The same group's matches will no longer be played at different times starting on November 29. However, FIFA decided in response to an unfortunate event that happened in 1982.  After 1982, FIFA decided to alter the timing of the last 2 games of each group. The "Disgrace of Gijon" incident occurred on June 25, 1982. It happened during West Germany vs Austria game at the El Molinon stadium in Spain. The fi...
Saudia Arab’s historic win in Fifa WC 2022
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Saudia Arab’s historic win in Fifa WC 2022

At the FIFA World Cup match on Tuesday in Qatar, Saudi Arabia defeated Argentina 2-1 in a historic victory. The Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammad Bin Salman, received congratulations for his country’s historic World Cup victory. Following Saudia Arab's men's football team's 2-1 historic win over Lionel Messi and Argentina, several world leaders praised the country’s team. This also included the Crown Prince of Dubai. In the thrilling match on Tuesday, KSA's Salem Al-Dawsari struck a stunning winner to defeat the recent favorites. Remember that Saudia Arab’s historic win has ended the South American team's 36-match unbeaten streak. The athletic Saudis, who were playing a high, risky defensive line, rode their good fortune in the first half. This is because Argentina scored three goals out of...
Sialkot : A Football capital of the world
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Sialkot : A Football capital of the world

The world of football considers Sialkot as the football capital of the world. Sialkot is a city in the eastern Pakistani province of Punjab. It produces 70% of the world's hand-stitched footballs. Pakistan exports 20 million soccer balls, also known as footballs in Pakistan. The United Kingdom and many other countries love to buy Pakistan-made footballs. Countries use these footballs in all of the major leagues all over the world each year. The city of Sialkot is the world's leading producer of soccer balls and has about 2,000 such factories. Companies such as Adidas, Nike, and Reebok are all fond of Pakistan-made footballs. These companies purchase footballs in massive quantities. Pakistan produces around 75% of the world’s supply of football. Soccer is the world’s most watched and mo...
Hayya Card is must for all football lovers
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Hayya Card is must for all football lovers

Tourists have to avail of the Hayya card to enjoy the FIFA world cup 2022 in Qatar. Cardholders can apply for the multiple-entry tourist visa through the website, www.icp.gov.ae. These cards have a lot of other perks as well like free public transport, discounts, and whatnot. The UAE has announced it will offer a multiple-entry tourist visa to Hayya Card holders attending the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Allowing them to enter the UAE multiple times over 90 days. The program is part of the UAE’s initiatives to support Qatar in hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022. Reported the state news agency, WAM. The Hayya Card is mandatory for all travelers to Qatar who visit the country between November 1, 2022, and January 23, 2023. 'Hayya' Card Holders can apply for the Multiple-entry visa thro...
FIFA World Cup 2022 Footballs made in Pakistan
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FIFA World Cup 2022 Footballs made in Pakistan

Once again, Pakistan Footballs will be used in the FIFA world cup 2022. The sports capital Sialkot is recording its name in making history. The Tournament will start in winter this year. FIFA World Cup 2022 is around the corner. Fans are waiting anxiously for a lot of high-voltage matches and rivalries. In this chaos and festivities, a piece of pleasant news came for Pakistan as a nation. Football that will use in the complete tournament is made in Pakistan. Pakistan with the collaboration of China is manufacturing these footballs in the factories of Sialkot. Moreover, the Land of the eagle is already known as the sports capital of the region. They export high-quality goods all over the world. "We have once again been chosen to supply soccer balls for the World Cup, which is an hon...