World Cup: Lionel Messi threatened by Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez over video of post-match celebration
Alvarez says video from inside Argentina's locker room shows Messi disrespecting the Mexican team.
Alvarez says video from inside Argentina's locker room shows Messi disrespecting the Mexican team.
World Cup Sunday: Germany salvages 1-1 draw with Spain, Morocco upsets Belgium
Morocco pulled off another shock at the World Cup on Sunday, beating Belgium 2-0 to leave the 2018 semifinalists in peril of a group-stage exit.
Morocco pulled off another shock at the World Cup on Sunday, beating Belgium 2-0 to leave the 2018 semifinalists in peril of a group-stage exit.
How does USA advance at World Cup? We track all Group B scenarios
Here are all the outcomes and obstacles for USA to advance to the Round of 16.
Here are all the outcomes and obstacles for USA to advance to the Round of 16.
US soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iran flag at World Cup
The U.S. soccer federation briefly displayed Iran’s national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic, saying the move supports protesters in Iran ahead of the two nations’ World Cup match Tuesday. Iran’s government reacted by accusing America of removing the name of God from their national flag.
The U.S. soccer federation briefly displayed Iran’s national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic, saying the move supports protesters in Iran ahead of the two nations’ World Cup match Tuesday. Iran’s government reacted by accusing America of removing the name of God from their national flag.
World Cup: Messi draws in biggest crowd in 28 years
Lionel Messi played in front of 88,966 spectators on Saturday when Argentina beat Mexico 2-0, the largest attendance at a World Cup match in 28 years.
Lionel Messi played in front of 88,966 spectators on Saturday when Argentina beat Mexico 2-0, the largest attendance at a World Cup match in 28 years.
World Cup wins for France, Australia, Poland, and Lionel Messi's Argentina
The 35-year-old Messi is likely playing in his last World Cup, which is the only major title missing from his collection.
The 35-year-old Messi is likely playing in his last World Cup, which is the only major title missing from his collection.
France reaches knockout stage of World Cup
France saw a big World Cup win Saturday, becoming the first defending champions to reach the round of 16 since 2006.
France saw a big World Cup win Saturday, becoming the first defending champions to reach the round of 16 since 2006.
World Cup: Soccer fans across Philadelphia flock to Wells Fargo Center for USA watch party
The U.S. National team took on England in the FIFA World Cup Friday. It was an exciting game for soccer fans who flocked to watch parties across the area, including one at the Wells Fargo Center.
The U.S. National team took on England in the FIFA World Cup Friday. It was an exciting game for soccer fans who flocked to watch parties across the area, including one at the Wells Fargo Center.
World Cup Friday: US-England match ends in 0-0 draw
It's the latest occasion in which the Americans have defied the World Cup odds.
It's the latest occasion in which the Americans have defied the World Cup odds.
Injured Neymar to miss Brazil's second World Cup match
Brazil says tests performed on Neymar's right ankle showed a ligament injury, and the soccer star will not play against Switzerland on Monday. Neymar sprained his ankle in the second half of Brazil’s win against Serbia.
Brazil says tests performed on Neymar's right ankle showed a ligament injury, and the soccer star will not play against Switzerland on Monday. Neymar sprained his ankle in the second half of Brazil’s win against Serbia.
Lionel Messi, Argentina under pressure against Mexico in World Cup match
After a shocking loss to Saudi Arabia, Argentina looks to turn things around with a win against Mexico on Saturday.
After a shocking loss to Saudi Arabia, Argentina looks to turn things around with a win against Mexico on Saturday.
USA vs. England could change world's perception of American soccer
With one tournament match under their belt, the U.S. heads into a tough matchup against England with a lot on the line.
With one tournament match under their belt, the U.S. heads into a tough matchup against England with a lot on the line.
World Cup Now: Iran win takes pressure off USA
The U.S. has a huge match against England Friday. But the USMNT can still get a little help from England when they play Wales or if the Americans beat Iran in their next match.
The U.S. has a huge match against England Friday. But the USMNT can still get a little help from England when they play Wales or if the Americans beat Iran in their next match.
Who should USA fans root for in Iran vs. Wales?
A Wales win, an Iran win, or a tie, all have a very different set of realities for the Americans, and there are very good reasons why there is a distinct pecking order of favorable results.
A Wales win, an Iran win, or a tie, all have a very different set of realities for the Americans, and there are very good reasons why there is a distinct pecking order of favorable results.
World Cup Thursday guide: Ronaldo, Neymar hit the pitch
Two of the best players in soccer are back in World Cup competition Thursday. Cristiano Ronaldo made history, while Neymar is up next in Qatar.
Two of the best players in soccer are back in World Cup competition Thursday. Cristiano Ronaldo made history, while Neymar is up next in Qatar.
Ronaldo becomes 1st male player to score at 5 World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first male player to score at five World Cups with a goal for Portugal against Ghana on Thursday.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first male player to score at five World Cups with a goal for Portugal against Ghana on Thursday.
USMNT embracing underdog role against England ahead of Friday's match
The Americans are a long shot to beat Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane & Co. It’s no secret. It could even be a good thing. After all, it’s long been the role the USMNT has felt more comfortable in.
The Americans are a long shot to beat Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane & Co. It’s no secret. It could even be a good thing. After all, it’s long been the role the USMNT has felt more comfortable in.
Manayunk soccer club unifies players from all backgrounds
Starfinder Foundation in Manayunk hosted its annual turkey bowl tournament and a World Cup watch party for its athletes.
Starfinder Foundation in Manayunk hosted its annual turkey bowl tournament and a World Cup watch party for its athletes.
World Cup Wednesday: Japan gets 2 late goals to beat Germany; young Spain squad dominates
Japan beat Germany in the first competitive meeting between the two nations. There were no goals between Morocco and Croatia, but plenty -- all on one side -- when Spain met Costa Rica.
Japan beat Germany in the first competitive meeting between the two nations. There were no goals between Morocco and Croatia, but plenty -- all on one side -- when Spain met Costa Rica.
Germany players cover mouths at World Cup in FIFA protest
Germany's players covered their mouths for their team photo before their opening World Cup match in an apparent rebuke of FIFA’s clampdown on plans to wear armbands to protest discrimination in host nation Qatar.
Germany's players covered their mouths for their team photo before their opening World Cup match in an apparent rebuke of FIFA’s clampdown on plans to wear armbands to protest discrimination in host nation Qatar.