Soccer – Page 25

The Gaps Get Smaller as the World Cup Gets Larger

Expanding the Women’s World Cup was a good idea. Just not for the reasons FIFA thinks.

By Rory Smith

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Megan Rapinoe Is Not Going Quietly

Relegated to a reserve role in her fourth World Cup, the outspoken U.S. forward said she has plenty left to give. And that she’s still expecting to win it all.

By Juliet Macur

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Savannah DeMelo’s World Cup Trial by Fire

DeMelo had never played for the United States women’s team when she was named to the World Cup roster. Thrust into a starting role, she’s doing her best to fit in.

By Andrew Das

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Australian TV Deal Has World Cup Viewers Asking: Where Are the Games?

When FIFA sold Australia’s World Cup broadcast rights to a streaming service, it made it harder for casual fans to find the matches.

By Tariq Panja