on Thursday when he released a statement and addressed the media at a short press conference on the subject. Cousins and the Vikings struck first in the contest as their quarterback tossed a 20-yard touchdown pass to Adam Thielen on the opening drive of the game. The World Cup, traditionally held during the summer, is scheduled to be staged between November 21 and December 18 next year in Qatar. The 34-year-old spoke out again this week against vaccine mandates, saying: "The freedom of choice is essential for everyone, whether it's me or somebody else.