Simon Barnes, Special to Gulf News

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World Cup: Saudi Arabia’s win a collective endeavour

Argentina players waited for superstar Messi to win it for them, and he didn’t

Saudi Arabia's Salem Al Dawsari (second from left) celebrates after scoring his side's eventual match-winner in Group match against Argentina at Lusail Stadium in Lusail on Tuesday.

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Simon Barnes: Qatar World Cup awaits football superman

Watch out for Frenkie de Jong, Phil Foden, Vinicius Junior, Manuel Neuer and Lionel Messi

Netherland's midfielder Frenkie de Jong will be the driving force for the Netherlands during the Qatar World Cup.

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Simon Barnes: Team that clicks will win Qatar World Cup

It’s all about the meshing of personalities, establishing a routine of excellence

France will look to Kylian Mbappe to help defend their World Cup title in Qatar.

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