Who’s in and who’s out at the World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Eight teams have secured spots in the knockout stage at the World Cup after the chaotic conclusions of Monday's matches. Nine teams have been eliminated. Fifteen teams... JUNE 25, 2018
Who’s in and who’s out at the World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Who's in, who's out and possible scenarios at the World Cup: JUNE 22, 2018
FIFA criticism adds to Morocco hat-trick of World Cup losses
MOSCOW (AP) At its first World Cup in 20 years, Morocco has a horrible set of results to show for efforts on and off the field. JUNE 21, 2018
The Latest: England coach dislocates shoulder on run
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Wednesday at the World Cup (all times local): JUNE 20, 2018
The Latest: Iran fending off Spain at halftime in Kazan
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Wednesday at the World Cup (all times local): JUNE 20, 2018
RECAP: Cristiano Ronaldo scores his fourth World Cup goal in 1-0 victory over Morocco
Cristiano Ronaldo propelled Portugal to yet another World Cup victory. Portugal defeated Morocco, 1-0, with Ronaldo's 85th World Cup goal. JUNE 20, 2018
AP PHOTOS: Ronaldo shines on day of 1-0 World Cup matches
MOSCOW (AP) Day 7 of the World Cup brought some clarity into the group standings, and Cristiano Ronaldo seized another opportunity to shine. JUNE 20, 2018
Ronaldo scores in Portugal’s 1-0 win, Morocco eliminated
MOSCOW (AP) Off the top of his head, Cristiano Ronaldo scored yet another goal, set a European record and eliminated Morocco from the World... JUNE 20, 2018
Ronaldo and Portugal look to knock Morocco out of World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo was exceptional in Portugal's opening World Cup game and now has a chance to help his team knock Morocco out... JUNE 20, 2018
Senegal saves African from embarrassment at World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) By starting its World Cup with a win, Senegal also saved Africa from embarrassment in the tournament. JUNE 19, 2018
Senegal saves Africa from embarrassment at World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) By starting its World Cup with a win, Senegal also saved Africa from embarrassment in the tournament. JUNE 19, 2018
Portugal and Morocco looking for a win against one another
Portugal and Morocco are in a must-win situation as they prepare to face off. JUNE 18, 2018
Portugal can eliminate Morocco from World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal can send Morocco to an early World Cup exit on Wednesday. JUNE 18, 2018
Mission impossible might be possible for Iran at World Cup
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Mission impossible might just be possible for Iran. JUNE 16, 2018
AP PHOTOS: Hat trick, own goal highlight Day 2 of World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Day 2 of the World Cup started Friday with an unexciting match between Egypt and highly favored Uruguay, with Egyptian star Mohamed Salah on the bench with a shoulder... JUNE 15, 2018
RECAP: Own-goal earns Iran 1-0 victory over Morocco at World Cup
Aziz Bouhaddouz headed a free kick into his own net in the fifth minute of injury time to gift Iran a 1-0 victory over Morocco on Friday at the World Cup. JUNE 15, 2018
Own-goal earns Iran 1-0 win over Morocco at World Cup
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Aziz Bouhaddouz, head in his hands and face buried in the turf, was probably unaware of the opposing players an... JUNE 15, 2018
Ziyech fails to live up to hype after glaring Morocco miss
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Hakim Ziyech had the perfect chance to give Morocco an early lead against Iran in their opening World Cup match on Friday when the ball rolled to him n... JUNE 15, 2018
Iranians pour into streets to celebrate football win
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) Iranians have poured into the streets to celebrate the national football team's 1-0 win over Morocco at the World Cup in Russia. JUNE 15, 2018
Morocco coach Renard wants his fringe players to be ready
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Morocco has waited 20 years to return to the World Cup and coach Herve Renard is urging his fringe players to make the most of every opportunity on the... JUNE 14, 2018
Wednesday's Sports in Brief
SOCCER JUNE 14, 2018
FIFA members prepare to elect 2026 World Cup host
MOSCOW (AP) North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted Wednesday for the financial and logistical ce... JUNE 13, 2018
2026 World Cup: North American trio beats Morocco to host; USA likely gets 60 of 80 games
The soccer showpiece will return to the U.S. for the first time since 1994 after gaining 134 votes, while Morocco got 65 at the FIFA Congres... JUNE 13, 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
NAmerican, Morocco bids pitch 2026 World Cup plans to voters
MOSCOW (AP) In a FIFA election where money could be key, Morocco tried to heap doubt on North American promises of multi-billion dollar 202... JUNE 12, 2018