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Megan Rapinoe's goal not enough as USWNT loses to Germany
Lapses doom the USWNT to third straight loss -- and a rare home defeat
Germany pounced on their chances to beat the USWNT, whose last home loss was in 2017.
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MARCOTTI'S MUSINGS
How FIFA, FAs can channel World Cup anger into real change for migrant workers in Qatar
Why the time is now for the soccer world to make meaningful and long-lasting changes for the most vulnerable people in Qatar.
Man United beats Aston Villa 4-2 to advance
Man United get revenge against Villa as Martial shines in six-goal thriller
In a thrilling second half, United came from behind twice against Aston Villa to advance in the Carabao Cup.
TRANSFERS
LIVE Transfer Talk: Barca eye Villarreal defenders Foyth and Cuenca
Barcelona are keeping tabs on Villarreal duo Juan Foyth and Jorge Cuenca. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
How 2022 World Cup affects transfers and why to be wary of the next James Rodriguez
The January transfer window opens 15 days after the World Cup final, but should you sign a player based on their performances in Qatar?
GERMANY'S YOUNG STAR
Germany's teen sensation Moukoko deserves place in World Cup squad full of surprises
ESPN's Derek Rae breaks down Germany's World Cup squad including the surprise call-up of Dortmund's sparkling 17-year-old striker Youssoufa Moukoko.
REAL MADRID RECAP
As Real Madrid bounce back from rocky run, they should enjoy Toni Kroos while they have him
Real Madrid aren't looking as unstoppable as they did earlier this season, but luckily they have a player like Toni Kroos -- at least for now.
Toni Kroos thunders home a goal from long range
USMNT WORLD CUP SQUAD NAMED
After some surprise USMNT picks (and snubs), who starts in Qatar?
So now that Gregg Berhalter has chosen his side for the World Cup, what is the ideal starting XI? And, what about those who didn't make the cut?
Meet the USMNT's Class of 2022: Introducing the World Cup squad
From McKennie to Moore, get to know the 26 players going to Qatar.
GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD
THURSDAY'S MATCHES
AFRICAN NATIONS AT THE WORLD CUP
Which is your favourite? A history of Africa's most (in)famous World Cup kits
Africa's World Cup kits have been diverse over the years, with some ranking among the most iconic in football, and others best resigned to the bin.
Top Headlines
- USWNT drops 3 in a row for 1st time since '93
- Man City and Liverpool to face off in Carabao Cup
- Mane makes Senegal WC squad despite injury
- Blatter: Iran should be banned from World Cup
- Ronaldo leads Portugal squad for 5th World Cup
- Ten Hag: WC may be too soon for teen Garnacho
- Nobby Stiles' family take legal action against FA
- French FA pres. questions rainbow armbands
- FIFA rejects Denmark's pro-human rights shirts
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Leeds United and chaos: Why Jesse Marsch's side have embraced high-risk, high-reward soccer
If it seems like every game Leeds plays descends into chaos, that is because high risk/high reward is all part of Jesse Marsch's master plan when it comes to surviving in the Premier League.
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Can Arsenal win the Premier League? Unpacking their hot start and projecting what's next
As the Gunners continue to stack up impressive performances and push their hot start all the way into November, just how far can they actually go? We break down their performances ahead of Sunday's trip to Chelsea.
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World Cup 2022 kit ranking: Who has the best jerseys in Qatar?
With the World Cup imminent, ESPN examines every country's kit and follows the format of the tournament to find the most stylish team.
World Cup begins Nov. 20
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32 team-by-team previews for Qatar
If France cannot retain the trophy, who will step up to claim glory? Can the USA and Mexico make a run? ESPN looks at every team's chances.
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Predicting every game at the World Cup
Who will claim soccer's biggest prize in Qatar? Wonder no longer: Ryan O'Hanlon has picked every single game, from group stage to final.
