His stellar career was cut short by injury, but he made his mark by scoring 13 goals at the 1958 World Cup.
Category: Soccer
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Just Fontaine, Record-Setting French Soccer Star, Dies at 89
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France’s Le Graët Steps Down but Lands on His Feet With FIFA
The New York Times – Sports:Noël Le Graët resigned after an investigation found federation staff members had endured sexual and mental abuse, but he will stay in soccer: FIFA has hired him to run its Paris office.
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Ahead of Paris Olympics, France’s Sports Minister Faces Trials by Fire
The New York Times – Sports:Amélie Oudéa-Castéra’s first year in office brought chaos at the Champions League final and scandals in multiple sports. With the Paris Olympics looming, her toughest days may be ahead.
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The Oligarchs’ Derby
The New York Times – Sports:When the top teams in Greece meet, the story lines, and the rivalries, regularly extend far beyond the soccer field.
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How Should Fans Feel About Newcastle United?
The New York Times – Sports:Smart signings and Saudi money have revived a moribund Premier League soccer team. Those cheering their good fortune say they shouldn’t have to answer for the source of it.
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M.L.S. Preview: St. Louis S.C., Apple TV and More
The New York Times – Sports:St. Louis City S.C. will hit the field as the league’s 29th franchise, but to watch it, and every other team, fans will have to get to know Apple TV.
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John Motson, BBC’s Voice of Soccer for Five Decades, Dies at 77
The New York Times – Sports:The broadcaster announced English soccer’s biggest moments, including 10 World Cups.
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Women’s World Cup: What to Know
The New York Times – Sports:This year’s tournament in Australia and New Zealand will feature all the usual contenders and a surprisingly high number of first-time qualifiers.
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Real Madrid 5, Liverpool 2: Champions League Laugher at Anfield
The New York Times – Sports:That Real Madrid delivered another memorable Champions League victory was no surprise. It was the manner of Liverpool’s defeat that spoke volumes.
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Manchester United Bidding War Already Has a Winner: The Sellers
The New York Times – Sports:A Qatari royal and a British billionaire have designs on the Premier League giant. But the Glazer family still gets to set the price.
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Reputation Meets Reality in the Champions League
The New York Times – Sports:The Premier League’s financial might should allow it to dominate Europe’s top soccer competition. So why hasn’t that happened?
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Canada’s Women Pick Up Equal Pay Fight Ahead of Game With U.S.
The New York Times – Sports:Canada’s team, a Women’s World Cup favorite, went on strike last week as its battle with the country’s soccer federation boiled over.