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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What’s Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate.
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
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
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 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
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
Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.
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Lionel Messi Saves Argentina’s World Cup
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.
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
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
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
Soccer’s biggest championship is supposed to be a celebration. So why is everyone so unhappy?