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
The Latest: Maradona responds to report of racist incident
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Sunday at the World Cup (all times local): JUNE 17, 2018
Ronaldo with chance to prove he can also thrive at World Cup
SOCHI, Russia (AP) After conquering Europe with his club and his country, Cristiano Ronaldo is out to show he can also dominate on the worl... JUNE 16, 2018
Kickoff: Brazil, Germany face high expectations at World Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Brazil's quest for World Cup redemption begins Sunday. So does Germany's title defense. JUNE 16, 2018
Reports: Cristiano Ronaldo strikes deal on tax fraud case
MADRID (AP) Spanish media reports that Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo has agreed to plead guilty to tax fraud and pay a fine of 18.8 million euros ($21.8 milllion) in exchange... JUNE 15, 2018
Ronaldo scores hat trick, Portugal draws 3-3 with Spain
SOCHI, Russia (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo used the World Cup to show everyone he's the GOAT. JUNE 15, 2018
Did Ronaldo claim the GOAT title with World Cup hat trick?
Ronaldo and Messi have been soccer's top players for the past decade and rivals in the Spanish league. JUNE 15, 2018
The Latest: FIFA opens case into Palestinian’s Messi remarks
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Friday at the World Cup (all times local): JUNE 15, 2018
The Latest: Injured Salah to miss Egypt’s World Cup opener
MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Friday at the World Cup (all times local): JUNE 15, 2018
Chin-stroking implies Ronaldo thinks he is the GOAT
SOCHI, Russia (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo became the fourth player to score in four World Cups and stroked his chin as he ran in celebration. Th... JUNE 15, 2018
Croatia’s golden generation keen to live up to expectations
KALININGRAD, Russia (AP) For Croatia's golden generation, the great expectations held by key players outshine even those of the team's fana... JUNE 15, 2018
Madrid secures transfer of Brazilian teen Rodrygo
MADRID (AP) Real Madrid says it has secured the signing next year of Brazilian teenager Rodrygo Goes. JUNE 15, 2018
Lopetegui: Spain firing ‘saddest day’ since mother’s death
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Julen Lopetegui said being fired as Spain coach two days before its opening match at the World Cup was possibly ''the... JUNE 14, 2018
Spain ready to leave coaching woes in the past
SOCHI, Russia (AP) Spain can't wait to get the ball rolling and put its coaching woes in the past. JUNE 14, 2018
Spain ready to leave World Cup coaching woes in the past
SOCHI, Russia (AP) Spain can't wait to get the ball rolling and put its coaching woes in the past. JUNE 14, 2018
Spain in chaos 2 days before World Cup after coach fired
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Some people in Spain agree that national team coach Julen Lopetegui had to go. Others believe the chaos on the eve of... JUNE 13, 2018
Lopetegui to coach Real Madrid after World Cup
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Spain coach Julen Lopetegui will take over as Real Madrid manager after the World Cup, the club said Tuesday in an an... JUNE 12, 2018
Real Madrid says Spain coach Julen Lopetegui will be the club's manager after the World Cup
MADRID (AP) Real Madrid says Spain coach Julen Lopetegui will be the club's manager after the World Cup. JUNE 12, 2018
WORLD CUP: Portugal's hopes aided by extra rest for Ronaldo
WORLD CUP: Portugal's hopes aided by extra rest for Ronaldo JUNE 12, 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 the World Cup. JUNE 11, 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. JUNE 11, 2018
Ex-soccer boss sentenced in Croatia after corruption trial
OSIJEK, Croatia (AP) Former Dinamo Zagreb director Zdravko Mamic was sentenced Wednesday to 6 1/2 years in prison for embezzlement and tax evasion over deals that included the sal... JUNE 6, 2018
Ramos takes no blame for challenge that hurt Salah
MADRID (AP) Sergio Ramos isn't accepting any blame for the challenge that hurt Egypt star Mohamed Salah in the Champions League final. JUNE 5, 2018
Brazil aims to change echo of defeat to sound of celebration
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) There's no chance Tite or any of his players will forget the score of Brazil's humiliating semifinal loss at the last W... JUNE 5, 2018