WORLD CUP: With Zlatan gone, Sweden not defined by 1 player
Sweden has shed its major distraction: Zlatan Ibrahimovic isn't coming back for the World Cup.APRIL 29, 2018
Much-delayed World Cup stadium in Samara finally opens
MOSCOW (AP) A much-delayed stadium in Samara has become the last of Russia's World Cup arenas to open its doors, less than two months befor...APRIL 28, 2018
WORLD CUP: Serbia has new coach, new captain and new mindset
The heir to the Yugoslavia national team still struggles to live up to the legacy of ''The Plavi.''APRIL 28, 2018
WORLD CUP: Costa Rica lifted expectations with run to last 8
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) A quarterfinalist at the World Cup four years ago, Costa Rica has high standards to match in Russia.APRIL 28, 2018
WORLD CUP: Swiss have talent to go far but face tough start
GENEVA (AP) Switzerland's World Cup prospects are one of the hardest to predict, and also the most intriguing.APRIL 28, 2018
World Cup bid ethics case into FIFA’s Samoura dropped
ZURICH (AP) FIFA says Secretary General Fatma Samoura has been cleared in an ethics case brought with ''no substance'' linked to the 2026 World Cup bidding contest.APRIL 27, 2018
WORLD CUP: Tiny Iceland continues to live the dream
The thunderclap is headed to Russia.APRIL 27, 2018
WORLD CUP: Star-studded Croatia has potential to shine
Even with the talent oozing through the squad, Croatia only squeezed through the playoffs to qualify for a second straight World Cup.APRIL 27, 2018
Trump threatens countries who don’t back US World Cup bid
WASHINGTON (AP) U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to withhold support from nations who don't back the joint bid by the United States, Canada and Mexico to host the 2026 W...APRIL 27, 2018
Trump threatens countries who don't back US World Cup bid
WASHINGTON (AP) U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to withhold support from nations who don't back the joint bid by the United States, Canada and Mexico to host the 2026 W...APRIL 27, 2018
Prospective Wembley owner Khan wants 2030 World Cup bid
LONDON (AP) Prospective Wembley owner Shahid Khan wants to host 2030 World Cup matches and has assured the English Football Association the...APRIL 27, 2018
WORLD CUP: Cahill chases history, place in Australia squad
SYDNEY (AP) Tim Cahill wants to join an elite list of World Cup scorers to sit alongside Pele, Uwe Seeler and Miroslav Klose.APRIL 26, 2018
WORLD CUP: Peru returns to finals after 36-year absence
LIMA, Peru (AP) The Peruvian players heading to Russia weren't alive when the team last appeared at the World Cup.APRIL 26, 2018
Germany defender Boateng faces race to be fit for World Cup
MUNICH (AP) Germany defender Jerome Boateng faces a race to be fit for the World Cup after injuring his thigh in Bayern Munich's Champions...APRIL 26, 2018
APNewsBreak: Mostly American World Cup announcers for Fox
NEW YORK (AP) Fox's World Cup debut will have an American accent, even though the United States failed to qualify for the tournament.APRIL 25, 2018
WORLD CUP: Morocco back after 2 decades with eye on 2 events
Morocco's first World Cup victory in Russia could come off the field.APRIL 25, 2018
WORLD CUP: Last stand for stars of Spain’s golden generation
MADRID (AP) After recent struggles at major tournaments, the remaining stars of Spain's golden generation could be facing a last stand at t...APRIL 25, 2018
WORLD CUP: Portugal’s hopes aided by extra rest for Ronaldo
Portugal has received assistance from Real Madrid in its quest for a first World Cup title, even though it plays Spain in the opening game.APRIL 25, 2018
WORLD CUP: Unbeaten in qualifying, Iran faces tougher test
After an almost flawless qualifying campaign, Iran will find it far tougher at the World Cup.APRIL 25, 2018
FIFA urged to let Morocco proceed to 2026 World Cup vote
GENEVA (AP) Morocco's bid to host the 2026 World Cup must be allowed to reach the final vote without being disqualified, in order to avoid...APRIL 25, 2018
WORLD CUP: Salah can rouse Egypt after 28-year wait
CAIRO (AP) Mohammed Salah has the ability to light up any team, including Egypt.APRIL 24, 2018
WORLD CUP: Uruguay striker Suarez seeking redemption
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) Uruguay's priority will be keeping Luiz Suarez tamed at this year's World Cup.APRIL 24, 2018
WORLD CUP: Coaching changes unsettle lowest-ranked Saudis
After dozens of coaching changes in the last 25 years, Saudi Arabia has a proven winner in charge for this year's World Cup.APRIL 24, 2018
WORLD CUP: Injuries, dull style a concern for host Russia
MOSCOW (AP) No Russian team has made it out of the group stage at the World Cup since the Soviet era and a spate of recent injuries is going to make it tough on the hosts again th...APRIL 24, 2018
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