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World Cup Viewer's Guide: Germany must win for last-16 shot

Germany must win in its final game of the group stage against Costa Rica on Thursday to have any shot of advancing at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Belgium coach: 'Golden Generation' legacy is already set

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez says the legacy of the team’s “Golden Generation” is already firmly established whether or not Belgium wins its decisive World Cup match against Croa...

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Defense coming through for attack-minded Brazil at World Cup

Brazil brought a lot of attacking power to the World Cup but it’s been the defense impressing the most for the five-time champions in Qatar

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cristiano Ronaldo 'close to' signing big deal with Al-Nassr, per reports

Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly make more than $200 million per season with the Saudi Arabian Club.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

John Herdman wants to remain as Canada coach through 2026

John Herdman wants to remain as Canada’s coach through the 2026 World Cup in North America after leading the nation to its return to soccer’s top tournament

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Team USA players share emotional embrace with Iran's Saeid Ezatolahi

Several members of Team USA spoke on an emotional moment shared with Iran's Saeid Ezatolahi following Tuesday's match.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Kane extends World Cup goal drought but equals Beckham feat

For Harry Kane the wait for a first goal at this World Cup goes on

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not much room for youth in Croatia vs Belgium at World Cup

Belgium’s “Golden Generation” meets Croatia’s accomplished veterans in a decisive World Cup match on Thursday

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Germany needs a win and help to avoid World Cup early exit

After getting a favor from Costa Rica, Germany needs a win against the Central American team on Thursday to have any chance of reaching the knockout stages at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

USMNT finding its identity as contender at just right time

The USMNT handled pressure well in its game against Iran. Doug McIntyre believes it can do the same against the Netherlands.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In protest-riven Iran, some celebrate U.S. World Cup victory

Soccer fans in Iran's Kurdish majority region have cheered the U.S. win over Iran in a politically charged World Cup, amid ongoing anti-government protests

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spain faces Japan looking to seal last-16 spot at World Cup

Spain finds itself with some work left to do against Japan to guarantee its spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Morocco looks to advance in World Cup, Canada hopes for win

Morocco is seeking to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time since 1986

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pulisic listed as day-to-day with pelvic injury at World Cup

U.S. forward Christian Pulisic is day to day after sustaining a pelvic injury during his team’s 1-0 World Cup win against Iran that sent the Americans to the round of 16 of the tou...

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In Ukraine, seeing World Cup, playing soccer pose challenges

For soccer lovers in Ukraine, Russia's invasion and the devastation it has wrought have created uncertainties about both playing the sport and watching it

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS