The Latest: World Cup gets 99.6 percent attention in Iceland
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Monday at the World Cup (all times local):JUNE 18, 2018
COPA SUDAMERICANA NO MATCHES yesterday
NO MATCHES yesterday
The Latest: Russians want to face a fit Salah at World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Monday at the World Cup (all times local):JUNE 18, 2018
Falcao to debut at World Cup when Colombia faces Japan
SARANSK, Russia (AP) With Radamel Falcao finally healthy enough to play in his first World Cup, Colombia is trying to get accustomed to han...JUNE 17, 2018
Russia’s World Cup headache: Keeping it safe, keeping it fun
MOSCOW (AP) When a taxi driver suddenly rammed into pedestrians near Red Square, despite intense security measures around Russian cities fo...JUNE 17, 2018
Overlooked Costa in position to leave his mark at World Cup
SOCHI, Russia (AP) Even with a pair of goals himself, Diego Costa joined the chorus praising his higher-profile opponent's hat trick in Spain's 3-3 draw with Portugal.JUNE 17, 2018
Senegal eager to break out of the shadow of 2002 team
In Senegal, the 2002 World Cup team remains a source of national pride.JUNE 16, 2018
As Saudis wilt on field, kingdom pursues soccer power grab
MOSCOW (AP) The Saudis have ambitions to seize control over parts of international soccer. Losing 5-0 by Russia in the World Cup opener sho...JUNE 15, 2018
Russia routs Saudi Arabia 5-0 in opening game of World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Vladimir Putin craves sporting glory, and he got another taste of it in the opening match of the World Cup.JUNE 15, 2018
Messi begins bid for 1st World Cup title against Iceland
MOSCOW (AP) Lionel Messi takes the field for the first time in this year's World Cup on Saturday when Argentina opens group play against Ic...JUNE 15, 2018
Empty seats at World Cup as 5,000 fans skip Egypt-Uruguay
YEKATERINBURG, Russia (AP) More than 5,000 people with tickets skipped Uruguay's 1-0 win over Egypt in Yekaterinburg on Friday, the worst-attended World Cup game in eight years.JUNE 15, 2018
The Latest: No guarantees Guerrero will start for Peru
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on the opening day of the World Cup (all times local):JUNE 15, 2018
Column: Putin gets luck of the draw at World Cup opener
MOSCOW (AP) When Yuri Gazinsky headed in the first goal of the 2018 World Cup, giving host Russia early joy in what developed into a 5-0 th...JUNE 15, 2018
The Latest: Ignashevich to start for Russia in Cup opener
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on the opening day of the World Cup (all times local):JUNE 14, 2018
The Latest: Official urges love between fans, Russian women
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on the opening day of the World Cup (all times local):JUNE 14, 2018
Putin and Russia get their 1st win at the World Cup
Putin and Russia get their 1st win at the World CupJUNE 14, 2018
RECAP: Host Russia stomps Saudi Arabia to open World Cup
Inspired by the home crowd in the opening match of the World Cup, Russia ended a 16-year wait for victory.JUNE 14, 2018
After Americans’ win, 3 could be key for World Cup hosting
MOSCOW (AP) Three is the new magic number for hosting a World Cup.JUNE 14, 2018
Abedi Pele on committee to run Ghana football after scandal
ACCRA, Ghana (AP) Former Ghana international Abedi Pele has been appointed to a five-man committee which will temporarily run football in the West African country. The committee w...JUNE 13, 2018
Lawmaker urges Russian women to be vigilant with WCup fans
MOSCOW (AP) A senior Russian lawmaker advised Russian women Wednesday to be vigilant during any romantic encounters with foreign fans flocking to Russia for the World Cup so as no...JUNE 13, 2018
FIFA votes to play 2026 World Cup in North America over Moroccan bid. Matches will be held in U.S., Canada and Mexico
MOSCOW (AP) FIFA votes to play 2026 World Cup in North America over Moroccan bid. Matches will be held in U.S., Canada and Mexico.JUNE 13, 2018
FIFA signs Egypt government to World Cup sponsor deal
MOSCOW (AP) FIFA has its first 2018 World Cup sponsor from Africa - the government of Egypt.JUNE 12, 2018
US has FIFA edge over risky Morocco in 2026 World Cup vote
MOSCOW (AP) If the football federations follow FIFA's guidance, the 2026 World Cup should be awarded to the North American bid on Wednesday.JUNE 12, 2018
Kremlin: Putin to attend FIFA Congress ahead of World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the FIFA Congress on the eve of the World Cup opener.JUNE 12, 2018
Ghana official suspected of corruption resigns from FIFA
MOSCOW (AP) Under investigation in Ghana for alleged corruption, FIFA Council member Kwesi Nyantakyi has resigned from the world soccer body.JUNE 11, 2018
WORLD CUP: Russia on abject form for home World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Russia goes into its home World Cup with expectations at rock bottom. It's the lowest-ranked team in the tournament, according...JUNE 11, 2018
