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An oral history of USA-Iran at the 1998 World Cup: Political tension, teammate betrayal and humiliation
This is the story of heartache, betrayal and embarrassment from the players who lived the USA's loss to Iran at the 1998 World Cup.
How the US, Iran match up on the pitch as tensions rise off it
The geopolitical rivalry between the US and Iran has bled into this World Cup.
TOP HEADLINES
LOOKING AHEAD IN QATAR
World Cup 2022: How every team can reach the round of 16
The group stage at the 2022 World Cup continues, as 16 teams look to win a place in the knockouts. Here's what every nation needs.
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16
Brazil miss Neymar but advance to knockouts as Casemiro steps up vs. Switzerland
Despite missing Neymar to injury, Brazil were able to clinch their spot in the round of 16 with a game to play in the group stage.
WORLD CUP SCOREBOARD
TUESDAY'S MATCHES
KEY COGS FOR ARGENTINA
Why Argentina's Enzo Fernandez is crucial to their midfield
Argentina have not been at their best but young midfielder Enzo Fernandez showed vs. Mexico why he can make a difference for them.
Martinez winning over Argentina just as quickly as he's done at Man United
Lisandro Martinez faced questions when he joined Man United, and answered them. He's doing it again.
EYE ON HISTORY
Who is Africa's greatest World Cup team, and can a squad in Qatar go one better?
ESPN assesses the golden generations that could stake a claim to being Africa's top World Cup team -- until a side reaches the semifinals, anyway.
FIFA WORLD CUP: DRAMA AHEAD
World Cup group stage deciders: Teams in trouble, surprise packages
Who has surprised so far at the Qatar World Cup, and what drama will the final round of group stage matches bring? Here's what the data shows.
WORLD CUP DAILY
US-Iran prepare for group finale; a 5 a.m. ET game worth waking up for; Tuesday best bets
The US and Iran are closing in on a contentious group-stage finale, while Cameroon-Serbia's 5 a.m. kickoff delivered. Here's the latest from Qatar.
Why Portugal's VAR handball penalty was the wrong decision
Portugal were awarded a late penalty by the VAR against Uruguay, but why was it such a controversial decision?
TRANSFERS
Transfer Talk: Kane, Davies top Real Madrid's shortlist
England captain Harry Kane and Canada flyer Alphonso Davies have emerged as post-World Cup targets for Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Top Headlines
- Qatari official puts WC deaths at 400-500
- FIFA tech confirms Ronaldo did not score header
- Portugal's Fernandes thought goal was Ronaldo's
- LaLiga wants Juve sanctions after board resign
- WC pitch protester released without charges
- Song: Onana left out for 'disciplinary reasons'
- Deschamps: Benzema return 'not in my mind'
- Berhalter: USMNT played no part in Iran posts
- FA Cup third round draw: Man City host Chelsea
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Predicting the entire 2022 World Cup, from Qatar vs. Ecuador to the final
We did it after the World Cup draw, but let's go again: Here are our expert predictions for every single game of the 2022 tournament. Let's ride!
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2022 World Cup guide: Star players, must-see games, betting and more
Here's a chance to catch up on everything before the 2022 world Cup begins -- must-see games, betting, players to watch and more.
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Qatar World Cup 2022: Sportswashing, security and soccer
Is Qatar hosting the World Cup all about sportswashing, or are there more subtle and layered reasons for its hosting FIFA's flagship competition?
