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The Teary World Cup Call That Went Viral

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Argentina Wins Thrilling World Cup Final

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Global Backlash Forces Qatar to Treat Migrant Workers Better

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Why the Morocco vs. France World Cup Game Matters

TIME reports from Paris as questions over identity, race, and colonialism loom over the historic semifinal.

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Did Messi’s World Cup Win Crown Him the GOAT?

For the last two decades, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have dominated the game of soccer. Here’s how they now compare.

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Morocco First African Country to Make World Cup Semifinals

Youssef En-Nesyri scored the match’s only goal at the 42nd minute just before halftime

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Journalist Grant Wahl Dies at World Cup

The longtime Sports Illustrated writer, who helped boost the popularity of soccer in the U.S., collapsed in a World Cup press box

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The Future Looks Bright for U.S. Men's Soccer

The young team's talent could permanently shift the needle regarding the popularity of men's soccer at home.

By Charlie Campbell

How Many Migrants Died Erecting the Qatar World Cup?

Rights groups say that the lack of a precise toll underscores the need for truth and justice.

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How the World Cup Is Uniting the Arab World

The World Cup has been a PR nightmare for Qatar. But Arabs can still cheer on surprise wins and acts of diplomacy.

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Christian Pulisic Saves the Day for Team USA

The U.S. men's team's most accomplished international player was due for a dramatic goal. Pulisic's bravery delivered against Iran in Qatar.

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Win or Lose, Iranians Are Torn Over Their World Cup Team

A showdown with the U.S. on Tuesday and ongoing protests in Iran are stirring up mixed feelings.

By Armani Syed

How Green Is the Qatar World Cup’s Outdoor AC?

Air conditioning in the tournament’s open-air stadiums helps players and fans beat the heat—but it may not be so cool for the environment.

By Amy Gunia

How Each Team Can Advance in the World Cup

A guide to all the possible group stage outcomes—and how likely each is—with every tiebreaker scenario explained.

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Iranian Reporters Grill USMNT at Presser

Captain Tyler Adams and head coach Gregg Berhalter fielded questions on everything from Black Lives Matter to U.S. Navy ships.

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Maskless World Cup Fans Pose Broadcasting Dilemma for China

Reviewed footage appears to show a state broadcaster pulling back on shots of the stadium crowds compared to other international networks.

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What to Know About Neymar's World Cup Return

Neymar, 30, won’t be playing on Monday, but Brazilian soccer manager Tite seems confident that he will return

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Lessons From the 1998 USA-Iran World Cup Game

Back in 1998, Iran stunned America at the World Cup. Here's how the U.S. can avoid a repeat

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Team USA Proves Their Hype Against England

Despite the goalless scoreline, this was a match with plenty of action.

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