World Cup 2022 countdown: Messi magic, killer Kane and rejuvenated Germany – Qatar contenders assess

The 2022 World Cup is now just 12 months away, with qualifying entering its closing stages following a series of crunch November clashes. Difficulties still await Italy and Portugal – the past two European champions – in the play-offs, but most of the other big names are well on their way if they have not already confirmed […]