After a pregame protest against FIFA’s armband ban, the Germans lost their lead and then lost control of their group.
Category: World Cup 2022 (Soccer)
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How Japan Defeated Germany, the World Cup’s Latest Fallen Favorite
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Germany Protests FIFA Decision That Blocked Rainbow Armbands
The New York Times – Sports:Soccer’s governing body had moved to block a plan by seven European team captains to wear armbands promoting gay rights by threatening them with yellow cards.
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Peek Inside a $200-a-Night ‘Room’ at the World Cup in Qatar
The New York Times – Sports:The ads didn’t lie, but container life might not be for everyone.
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A Saudi Win at the World Cup Rings Out Across the Arab World
The New York Times – Sports:Even the country’s de facto leader had downplayed expectations. After a win over Lionel Messi’s Argentina, one of the most shocking results in World Cup history, Wednesday will be a national holiday.
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The Suburb That Powers Canada Soccer
The New York Times – Sports:With seven players from Brampton on Canada’s World Cup roster, the diverse city near Toronto has played a big part in the country’s return to the world’s biggest stage.
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France vs. Australia: Les Blues Show Off Their Depth Against the Socceroos
The New York Times – Sports:Australia generated a handful of chances, but France dominated possession and unleashed 23 shots on Australia’s goal.
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On Fox Sports, Viewers Get a World Cup Scrubbed of Controversy
The New York Times – Sports:Other broadcasters are questioning Qatar’s treatment of migrant workers and its laws against homosexuality. Fox Sports’ coverage, heavily sponsored by Qatar, is focused on the matches.
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Ronaldo and Manchester United Part Ways ‘By Mutual Agreement’
The New York Times – Sports:The exit for the superstar comes as Ronaldo is playing for Portugal in the World Cup.
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Mexico and Poland Draw and Miss a Chance to Gain the Upper Hand in Their Group
The New York Times – Sports:The match took on a different complexion even before kickoff, following Saudi Arabia’s stunning upset of Argentina in the other Group C match on Tuesday.
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Meet the First Ladies of Croatian Soccer
The New York Times – Sports:Iva Olivari and Ivancica Sudac have served Croatia’s federation since before it joined FIFA. They have had, in different ways, the job of a lifetime.
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Denmark vs. Tunisia Final Score: World Cup Match Highlights
The New York Times – Sports:Denmark had more of the ball, but Tunisia’s swarming defense, and a few ill-timed bad passes, frustrated its efforts.
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World Cup: England Soccer Fans Seek Beer in Qatar
The New York Times – Sports:Qatar’s late changes to the rules for drinking at World Cup stadiums is only a temporary inconvenience if you know where to look.