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Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final

Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates

Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final
Sports|World

In a Patagonia town with an 85-foot Messi statue, Argentines celebrate reaching World Cup final

In a town in Patagonia boasting a new 85-foot (26-metre) statue of soccer great Lionel Messi, joyful Argentines celebrated their country's

In a Patagonia town with an 85-foot Messi statue, Argentines celebrate reaching World Cup final
Sports|World

The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday

The World Cup final is set for Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring a clash between Argentina and Spain

The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
Europe|Interview|Sports|World

England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream

How does England coach Thomas Tuchel handle the pressure of a run to the semifinals of the World Cup

England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream
Sports|World

Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory

Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France

Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?
Arts|Sports|World

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark

Most nights, Frank Alfonso sleeps on the roof to escape the suffocating heat during Havana's increasingly frequent blackouts.

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-SoFi Stadium's World Cup run boosts confidence ahead of Super Bowl, LA Olympics

After a month of World Cup crowds, a

Soccer-SoFi Stadium's World Cup run boosts confidence ahead of Super Bowl, LA Olympics
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland

Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring streak ended against Switzerland on Saturday, but he still made an impact with an assist in Argentina's 3-1 victory

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland

Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention

'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Entertainment|Sports|World

Soccer-World Cup reflects growing US appetite for soccer, 'Ted Lasso' creators say

The idea that soccer is not popular in the U.S. is "a little bit overstated" and the World Cup has helped prove it, "Ted Lasso" co-creator

Soccer-World Cup reflects growing US appetite for soccer, 'Ted Lasso' creators say
World

Erling Haaland is Norway's World Cup machine — and the internet's babygirl

Erling Haaland has become a social media sensation during the World Cup

Erling Haaland is Norway's World Cup machine — and the internet's babygirl
Europe|Sports|World

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach

Germany’s soccer federation says it has held talks with Jurgen Klopp and both sides are confident he will take over as national team coach after the country’s disappointing exit from the World Cup

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game

England captain Harry Kane has confirmed he once played golf with U.S. President Donald Trump, describing the experience as "surreal" and praising the president's game.

Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game
Arts|Opinion|Sports|World

40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?

A philosopher of sport guides readers through the ethics of Diego Maradona’s most celebrated goal – and his most controversial.

40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish

Ashleigh Hallam teaches English at her local library in Indiana

In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish
Opinion|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup

If FIFA President Gianni Infantino imagined his embrace of technology might finally put an end to disputes over refereeing decisions, the World Cup would

Soccer-Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup
Sports|World

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco
Health|Sports|World

Soccer-Pulisic suffered fracture, bone bruise in US defeat by Belgium

U.S. forward Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his right leg during the United States' defeat by Belgium in the World Cup round of 16, the

Soccer-Pulisic suffered fracture, bone bruise in US defeat by Belgium
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Sports

Finding the art in the beautiful game

Finding the art in the beautiful game

Finding the art in the beautiful game
Europe|Sports|World

Zlatko Dalić steps down as Croatia's coach after World Cup exit

Zlatko Dalić is out as Croatia’s coach after a spell that included leading the team to two consecutive top-three finishes at World Cups

Zlatko Dalić steps down as Croatia's coach after World Cup exit
Europe|Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match

France star Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she posted on social media after France defeated Paraguay in the round of 16 of the World Cup

Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Walmart is hosting VIP tours for World Cup visitors

Walmart is hosting VIP tours for World Cup visitors

Walmart is hosting VIP tours for World Cup visitors
Americas|Sports|World

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals

Lionel Messi did it yet again at this year’s World Cup

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals
Sports|World

Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with shootout win over Colombia

Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals, beating Colombia 4-3 in a shootout after a scoreless draw

Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with shootout win over Colombia
Entertainment|Sports|World

How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana

How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana

How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana
Sports|World

Argentina fans rally behind US after World Cup loss

CNN's Don Riddell speaks with Argentine fans who flocked to support the US team against Belgium in the World Cup. Belgium ended the US team's quarterfinal hopes, beating them 4-1.

Argentina fans rally behind US after World Cup loss
Arts|Sports|World

What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered

There's a lot to know about this World Cup, and there are no dumb questions

What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered
Entertainment|Sports|World

‘I want to welcome them’: Individuals with disabilities welcome fans to Kansas City Stadium

‘I want to welcome them’: Individuals with disabilities welcome fans to Kansas City Stadium

‘I want to welcome them’: Individuals with disabilities welcome fans to Kansas City Stadium
Political|Sports|World

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
Political|Sports|World

Trump: ‘I asked for a review by FIFA’ of controversial red card

President Donald Trump said Monday that he personally asked FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to review the decision to give a red card and one-game ban to Team USA star striker Folarin Balogun — a remarkable intervention that sparked a torrent of controversy at the World Cup. FIFA on Sunday announced that Balogun would be eligible to play in the Round of 16 against Belgium Monday night, igniting a political firestorm and questions around the integrity of the tournament.

Trump: ‘I asked for a review by FIFA’ of controversial red card
Americas|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

He sold everything for his son. Now Paraguay’s hero goalkeeper will get a treasured jersey back

He sold everything for his son. Now Paraguay’s hero goalkeeper will get a treasured jersey back

He sold everything for his son. Now Paraguay’s hero goalkeeper will get a treasured jersey back
Arts|Sports|World

The United States men exit the World Cup knowing they inspired a nation to believe they could win it all one day

The United States men exit the World Cup knowing they inspired a nation to believe they could win it all one day

The United States men exit the World Cup knowing they inspired a nation to believe they could win it all one day
Political|Sports|World

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-A blue city shakes off politics over US forward Balogun's red card controversy

A city known for angry protests, grunge and wearing head-to-toe black was transformed into a harmonious sea of red, white and blue on

Soccer-A blue city shakes off politics over US forward Balogun's red card controversy
Arts|Political|Sports|World

What to know after FIFA lifts suspension of US star Folarin Balogun

FIFA’s stunning decision to lift the suspension of a star U.S. player riled the host country's World Cup opponent, Belgium

What to know after FIFA lifts suspension of US star Folarin Balogun
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Spain scores late to eliminate Portugal and potentially end Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career

Spain scores late to eliminate Portugal and potentially end Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career

Spain scores late to eliminate Portugal and potentially end Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA

President Donald Trump is taking credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued at the World Cup against the United States’ star forward but says he did not demand an outcome

Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA
Political|Sports|World

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup

Folarin Balogun plays the biggest game of his life on Monday caught in a complex intersection of soccer, identity and U.S. politics, with

'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup
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Trump says he sought FIFA review of Balogun red card ahead of U.S.-Belgium match

President Donald Trump said on Monday he asked FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review a red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin

Trump says he sought FIFA review of Balogun red card ahead of U.S.-Belgium match
Americas|Europe|Sports|US|World

FIFA stunned the soccer world by allowing the USA’s Folarin Balogun to play on Monday. Trump’s role is under the microscope

FIFA stunned the soccer world by allowing the USA’s Folarin Balogun to play on Monday. Trump’s role is under the microscope

FIFA stunned the soccer world by allowing the USA’s Folarin Balogun to play on Monday. Trump’s role is under the microscope
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium

The United States' World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA suspended striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban, clearing

Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium
Sports|World

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

The United States’ World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium
Sports|World

Brazil left to second-guess penalty kick choice after earliest World Cup exit since 1990

Vinícius Júnior had the ball at the penalty spot, a perfect chance to give Brazil the lead

Brazil left to second-guess penalty kick choice after earliest World Cup exit since 1990
Sports|World

FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino

U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday

FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino