Arab fans and Arab teams have been using the tournament’s global stage to elevate the Palestinian cause in the stands and on the field.
Category: Soccer
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Waving the Palestinian Flag, Celebrating the World Cup’s Unofficial Team
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In L.A. Since the ’80s, the Clippers Are Finally Planting a Flag
The New York Times – Sports:Superstar players have chosen the oft-overlooked team, whose deep-pocketed owner is betting big — with his own money — that fans will choose it, too.
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A Beer Run in Qatar, and an Oasis That Isn’t Open to All
The New York Times – Sports:At the only government-sanctioned store selling alcohol during the World Cup, strict rules keep it out of reach for most residents.
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Black and Spanish: A National Team Starts to Reflect All of Its Nation
The New York Times – Sports:An increasingly diverse Spain squad is drawing in fans who had once seen it as a symbol of their country, but not necessarily of them.
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Black and Spanish: A National Team Starts to Reflect All of Its Nation
The New York Times – Sports:An increasingly diverse Spain squad is drawing in fans who had once seen it as a symbol of their country, but not necessarily of them.
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U.C.L.A. Adds a Title to the ‘Conference of Champions.’ Will It Be Its Last?
The New York Times – Sports:The Bruins beat North Carolina in the women’s soccer final as officials are set to weigh in next week on whether to allow the university’s planned move to the Big Ten from the Pac-12.
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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.
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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
The New York Times – Sports:Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.
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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.
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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.
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As the World Focuses on Soccer, a Women’s Team in Exile Aches to Play
The New York Times – Sports: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.