A common language and a common goal have resulted in a homogenizing of the World Cup’s teams, and a rise in parity.
Category: Messi, Lionel
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The World Cup Has Swapped Suffering for Style
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What’s Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate.
The New York Times – Sports:The herbal drink is beloved by South American players, who have taken it with them around the world — including to Qatar.
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Two Favorites, Two Underdogs, Too Good
The New York Times – Sports:France and Argentina entered the World Cup as contenders, but Croatia and Morocco have proved to be worthy challengers for the title.
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A Two-Goal Lead Disappears, So Argentina Has to Do It the Hard Way
The New York Times – Sports:An all-time comeback ends in defeat for the Netherlands as Lionel Messi advances in his last World Cup.
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Messi and Ronaldo’s Last World Cup Is the End of Soccer’s Greatest Generation
The New York Times – Sports:The World Cup is bidding farewell to the starriest cast the game has ever assembled. The setting is a perfect fit for the game’s age of excess.
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Every Team Left in Qatar Is a Contender
The New York Times – Sports:France and England, Argentina and Brazil, Messi and Ronaldo: The quarterfinals offer everything except an easy path to the trophy.
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Messi’s Score Sets Tone for Argentina in World Cup Win
The New York Times – Sports:Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.
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Lionel Messi Saves Argentina’s World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:Argentina’s biggest star scored the goal that saved the day. Enzo Fernández scored the one that made him smile.
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Who Will Win the World Cup? There’s Really Only One Place to Ask.
The New York Times – Sports:Everyone from coaches to fans has an opinion on who will win the World Cup, but the bookmakers know best. And even then, nothing is a sure thing.
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A Saudi Win at the World Cup Rings Out Across the Arab World
The New York Times – Sports:Even the country’s de facto leader had downplayed expectations. After a win over Lionel Messi’s Argentina, one of the most shocking results in World Cup history, Wednesday will be a national holiday.
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Saudi Arabia Stuns Lionel Messi and Argentina in World Cup’s First Shock
The New York Times – Sports:Argentina entered the tournament as one of the favorites in its star’s final chance at the trophy.
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Welcome to the Joy-Free World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:Soccer’s biggest championship is supposed to be a celebration. So why is everyone so unhappy?