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The flaws of the World Cup favorites, from France to Brazil
Depending on your perspective, the charm or bane of international soccer is that even the best teams have big issues, from defending champs France to favorites Brazil.
Arabic football terms you should know ahead of the World Cup in Qatar
With Qatar preparing to host the first-ever World Cup in the Arab world, here are some creative Arabic terms that describe the beautiful game.
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USMNT PREP FOR WORLD CUP
USMNT players on World Cup bubble aren't stressing yet ahead of Qatar 2022
The likes of Sam Vines and Mark McKenzie, who are fighting for those final World Cup roster spots, are trying not to buckle under that pressure.
Reyna won't dwell on injury-hit 2021-22. He's too focused on the World Cup
With the World Cup just eight weeks away, the USMNT playmaker is finally healthy.
GLOBAL SOCCER SCORES
INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY
WORLD CUP ROSTER
Why Alexander-Arnold shouldn't make England's World Cup squad
ENGLAND-GERMANY RECAP
England's players still believe in Gareth Southgate as they try to sort problems pre-World Cup
England are not without their issues, but the players and coach Gareth Southgate are united in solving them together, as a draw to Germany showed.
England-Germany was a Nations League classic, but neither proved they'll contend for the World Cup
England showed resolve in rallying, but their eventual draw with Germany shows that both will struggle in Qatar.
ANDSCAPE
Andscape
Earnie Stewart has a plan for the future of U.S. soccer
The technical director is working to change the perception of the national team and continue efforts to diversify the game
BARCELONA
Can Barca overcome injury crisis ahead of UCL and Clasico?
With Barcelona's injury list growing this international break, how will they deal with a difficult fixture list in LaLiga and the Champions League?
ZERO-GRAVITY SOCCER
Luis Figo helps break world record on zero-gravity flight
Figo took part in a four-a-side game on board a parabolic flight at an altitude of 20,230 feet, which is the highest football has ever been played.
WHO IS THE NEXT ENGLAND MANAGER?
Are Gerrard and Lampard the only options for next England manager?
Gareth Southgate knows his job as England manager is on the line, but if the FA wants an English replacement, there aren't many good options.
Top Headlines
- City sweat on Stones fitness ahead of Utd clash
- Qatar conscripts civilians for security jobs at WC
- England roar back in thrilling draw with Germany
- Pulisic returns, to start U.S. WC warm-up game
- El Trafico at Rose Bowl to open 2023 MLS season
- Italy win to book spot in Nations League finals
- Suspected Germany 'fans' in England pub attack
- Mexico: Jimenez, Corona a 'last minute' WC call
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Will the World Cup be full of tired stars? Assessing burnout, minutes played across top leagues
If it seems like elite players like Virgil van Dijk look a little error-prone or rusty this season, could it be that they're all just exhausted? How many players are facing burnout ahead of the World Cup?
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Predicting Erling Haaland's Man City goals this season: Could he make Premier League history?
Erling Haaland is on pace to be the greatest scorer the Premier League has ever seen. Based on form, his history and his performances, here's how high we think he could go.
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Nike World Cup kits: U.S, Netherlands miss mark; Brazil, Portugal good
There are undoubtedly some instant hits among the bunch, but it should also be said that not every nation involved has been so lucky.
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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.
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World Cup draw: Group-by-group previews
Finally, the groups have been drawn and we know who's playing whom in Qatar this November. We pick favorites, games to watch and X-Factors.
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Upcoming fixtures
What's ahead in the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS and more.
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