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Will Qatar Be Ready for the World Cup?

As sports fans prepare to flood the tiny Gulf nation, cranes and loaders are still running hard — as is criticism of Qatar’s human rights record and exploitation of workers.

By Christina Goldbaum

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Qatar Offered Fans Free World Cup Trips. But There Was a Catch.

Organizers are providing travel and tickets to hundreds of fans of the participating teams. But only if they promise not to criticize Qatar, and to report people who do.

By Tariq Panja

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Mana Shim Will Lead US Soccer Task Force on Abuse Reforms

Mana Shim’s revelations of sexual abuse by her coach helped drive a reckoning in women’s soccer. Her new job at U.S. Soccer should position her to direct change from inside the federation.

By Andrew Das

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Portland Thorns Win NWSL Championship to End Turbulent Season

Portland won its third championship in the league’s 10th season, in a year of upheaval amid an abuse scandal in the sport.

By Juliet Macur