Category: World Cup (Soccer)

A Two-Goal Lead Disappears, So Argentina Has to Do It the Hard Way

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An all-time comeback ends in defeat for the Netherlands as Lionel Messi advances in his last World Cup.
Brazil’s World Cup Hopes Fell Apart in 15 Minutes

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A favorite in the World Cup, Brazil is headed home after failing to hold onto a lead in extra time.
Brazil and Neymar Advance to World Cup Quarterfinals

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A carefree dismantling of an overmatched South Korea was a joy for Brazil and its coach.
Here’s How Extra Time and Penalty Kicks Work in the World Cup

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Every game in the knockout stages requires a winner.
Hometown of Tyler Adams, U.S. Captain, Still Proud Even With Loss

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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.
For Young Americans, an Honorable Exit Against a Wave of Dutch Goals

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The United States saw its weaknesses exploited in a 3-1 loss to the Netherlands. But after a solid showing and with a young team brimming with promise, the best may be yet to come.
At the World Cup, a Get-Well Message for Pelé, Who Is Back in the Hospital

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How the US Women’s Team Has Won Millions at the Men’s World Cup

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New labor agreements with U.S. Soccer guarantee and equal split of prize money for the men’s and women’s teams. Reaching the round of 16 has already locked in a $13 million payday.
The United States and Netherlands: A Round of 16 Preview

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The Americans face the Dutch as underdogs Saturday. But as the U.S. captain, Tyler Adams, said about this World Cup, “A lot of teams that might be underdogs in these games have come out on top.”
How South Korea Knocked Uruguay Out of the World Cup

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Ghana came up short on the opportunity to avenge its infamous 2010 defeat to Uruguay. In the end, neither team celebrated.
The Giant World Cup Rookie and an Enduring Dutch Mystery

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The Netherlands is Europe’s most reliable talent factory. Unless you need a goalkeeper.
Referee Stéphanie Frappart Will Lead First All-Woman Team at World Cup

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Frappart, a 38-year-old French referee, has more experience on the men’s stage than any other woman.