In the end, after a tournament shadowed by controversy since the host rights were awarded, Qatar had the turn in the global spotlight it sought.

European teams had planned to highlight inclusivity on soccer’s biggest stage. They blinked when the sport’s governing body flexed its muscles.

The France and Argentina stars are teammates at Qatar-owned Paris St.-Germain. But when they collide in the World Cup final, both have much to gain,...

The France and Argentina stars are teammates at Qatar-owned Paris St.-Germain. But when they collide in the World Cup final, both have much to gain,...

Qatar paid David Beckham tens of millions of dollars to promote the country and its interests. To its frustration, it has not received much return...

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Qatar’s beIN Sports hired a host of retired soccer stars to bring authority to its World Cup coverage and a group of interpreters to render...

In a display of defensive grit and attacking verve, Morocco’s formula moves it one step closer to the final.

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.

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.