El Tri has advanced out of the group stage in seven straight World Cups. It is only then that the problems start.
Category: World Cup 2022 (Soccer)
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For Mexico, an Unlucky Seven
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Frustrations Simmer as Saudis Are Blocked From Watching the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:A curious dispute between a Qatari broadcaster and Saudi media regulators has left millions of Saudis with no way to watch the matches.
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A Migrant’s Desperate Day Chasing Work at the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:Qatar’s preparations for soccer’s biggest championship created years of jobs for foreign migrants. But now that’s it is here, the work has dried up.
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The U.S. Team Looks Different. But it Sounds Different, Too.
The New York Times – Sports:This squad has developed an English lilt.
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Does the US Need to Beat England to Advance? Here Are the Scenarios.
The New York Times – Sports:The United States and England meet in Friday’s late game.
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Why Big Business Can’t Get Enough of the World Cup, Scandal and All
The New York Times – Business:The World Cup in Qatar, which started this week, has been plagued by controversy — and yet companies and countries are tripping over themselves to be part of the show.
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Who Will Win the World Cup? There’s Really Only One Place to Ask.
The New York Times – Sports:Everyone from coaches to fans has an opinion on who will win the World Cup, but the bookmakers know best. And even then, nothing is a sure thing.
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At the World Cup Iran’s Anthem Was a Tense Moment For Players and Fans
The New York Times – Sports:While players halfheartedly sang, the anthem was met by a mix of cheers and boos from the stands.
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Richarlíson, Brazil and, maybe, the start of something special.
The New York Times – Sports:Richarlíson scored both goals for Brazil, one of the tournament favorites, as it opened with a win against Serbia.
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Brazilians Give Thanks Today — for Their Team’s World Cup Opener
The New York Times – Sports:School, banks and government offices closed early on Thursday, and just about everyone was off work, unless they were serving beer or frying something.
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Brenden Aaronson Won Over Leeds. Can He Win at the World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:Christian Pulisic might be the standard-bearer for the United States World Cup team, but it is Brenden Aaronson who has captured hearts in England.
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African Teams Pad World Cup Rosters With European Recruits
The New York Times – Sports:More than 130 players at the World Cup represent a country other than that of their birth. A few of them committed only months before the World Cup.