Category: Soccer

England Victory Sets Up Showdown With France

The New York Times – Sports:
England was buoyed by the contributions of 19-year-old midfielder Jude Bellingham — the latest teenager to make a name for himself at the World Cup.
Mbappé and France Make a Statement in Extending Their Title Defense

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Messi’s Score Sets Tone for Argentina in World Cup Win

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Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.
A Bitter World Cup Finish Brings a Chance for Team USA to Look Forward

The New York Times – Sports:
A loss stings for a young U.S. team, until it thinks about the future.
Hometown of Tyler Adams, U.S. Captain, Still Proud Even With Loss

The New York Times – Sports:
Schoolmates, friends and others packed a pub early to watch their hometown hero, Tyler Adams, lead the United States men’s national team, which was eliminated from the World Cup by the Netherlands.
As the World Focuses on Soccer, a Women’s Team in Exile Aches to Play

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The Afghan women’s national team fled to Australia when the Taliban took over. FIFA, yielding to Afghanistan’s soccer federation, no longer recognizes the team.
Twists and Turns: A World Cup Fitness Coach Explains Pregame Warm-Ups

The New York Times – Sports:
In the final hour before a game, teams’ activities can look as random as recess at the local elementary school. But there is order in the chaos.
The U.S. World Cup Team Is Notably Diverse, but the Pipeline Needs Help

The New York Times – Sports:
In some ways, things haven’t changed much in American soccer.
The Giant World Cup Rookie and an Enduring Dutch Mystery

The New York Times – Sports:
The Netherlands is Europe’s most reliable talent factory. Unless you need a goalkeeper.
How Japan’s Win Over Spain Knocked Germany Out of the World Cup

The New York Times – Sports:
Japan surprisingly emerged at the top of its group, and Spain also advanced. Those results meant Germany, a former champion, was eliminated.
Pulisic Is Recovering but Still Uncertain on US vs Netherlands

The New York Times – Sports:
Recovering from “a pelvic contusion” incurred on his game-winning goal this week, Christian Pulisic described his anxiety watching the rest of the match on a cellphone on his way to a hospital.
Referee Stéphanie Frappart Will Lead First All-Woman Team at World Cup

The New York Times – Sports:
Frappart, a 38-year-old French referee, has more experience on the men’s stage than any other woman.