World Cup turning into a superstar showcase as bracket narrows
Messi. Ronaldo. Neymar. Mbappe. Kane. The stars are all still in contention in Qatar, and Martin Rogers says it's setting up an incredible r...DECEMBER 5, 2022
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4-1-0 · 1ST IN LEAGUE A, GROUP 4
Spain is prepared for penalties against Morocco at World Cup
Spain coach Luis Enrique gave his team a unique assignment following a penalty shootout loss to Italy at last year's European ChampionshipDECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Arab fans in Qatar rally behind Morocco at World Cup
Moroccans in Qatar have been boosted by the support of fans from across Arab nations that are rallying behind their teamDECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain or Morocco? World Cup passions blur in Spanish exclave
The World Cup knockout game between Spain and Morocco will bring millions of fans on both sides of the Strait of Gibraltar together around screens in bars and living rooms to see w...DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ronaldo looks to shine like Mbappé, Messi at World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo has been overshadowed by the brilliance of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé so far at the World CupDECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet Japan vs. Croatia
Here's how to bet the Japan-Croatia match, from the moneyline, draw, and Over/Under total oddsDECEMBER 5, 2022
World Cup Viewer's Guide: Neymar expected to play for Brazil
Neymar is expected to play in Monday's round of 16 match against South KoreaDECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Japan summons samurai spirit against Croatia at World Cup
Japan defender Yuto Nakatomo has reminded his teammates they’ll need to show the “samurai spirit” in their round-of-16 match against Croatia at the World CupDECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain coach Luis Enrique opens up at World Cup
Bicycle ridesDECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Game of lies bonds England ahead of Senegal World Cup clash
A card game is strengthening the bond among England’s players at the World Cup as they prepare to play Senegal in the round of 16DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
World Cup Roundtable: Who was the biggest disappointment of the group stage?
Our soccer analysts look back on the World Cup group stage and look ahead to the knockout-round.DECEMBER 2, 2022
World Cup Group Scenarios: Which teams advanced to Round of 16?
With the group stage nearing its end, which teams are in position to advance, and what needs to happen for them to get there?DECEMBER 2, 2022
World Cup 2022 Bracket Challenge: Popular picks Germany, Belgium eliminated
Germany and Belgium were two of the most picked teams in the bracket challenge. Read how upsets have busted brackets this World Cup!DECEMBER 2, 2022
EXPLAINER: Why Japan's World Cup goal was judged valid
The most controversial goal of the World Cup so far was scored by Japan and it eliminated GermanyDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain: Prosecutors close probe into racist soccer chants
Spanish state prosecutors have closed a probe into the racist verbal abuse that Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior was subjected to by rival fans after a derby against Atlético Mad...DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
AP photo catches key moment before Japan's World Cup goal
From most angles, it looked like the ball went out of play just before Japan scored its winning goal in the 2-1 victory against Spain in the World CupDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
'Little Pep' Gvardiol coming up big for Croatia at World Cup
The fact that Croatia conceded only one goal in its three group games at the World Cup is largely down to the performance of Joško GvardiolDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain in recovery mode after losing to Japan at World Cup
It’s not how Spain imagined reaching the knockout phase of the World Cup: finishing the group stage with a loss and having to rely on other teams to help it advanceDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Belgium's golden generation is over, where now for Martinez?
Roberto Martinez said his goodbyes and left with his next whereabouts unknownDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Germany's soul-searching begins after another World Cup flop
Former soccer power Germany is facing another round of soul-searching after going out of the World Cup at the first stage for the second time in a rowDECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
World Cup redemption for Japan coach 29 years later in Qatar
The “Agony of Doha” came 29 years ago and Hajime Moriyasu experienced it first-hand as a midfielder on Japan’s national soccer teamDECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
World Cup Now: How far can Japan go in tournament?
The "World Cup Now" crew breaks down Japan's 2-1 win over Spain and all the chaos that happened in Group E on Thursday.DECEMBER 1, 2022
Japan advances, Germany bounced on wild day in Group E
Group E was supposed to be a stroll for Spain and Germany. It turned out to be anything but, and for a moment looked like both would be goin...DECEMBER 1, 2022
World Cup 2022 highlights: Japan upsets Spain, 2-1
The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued with Japan defeating Spain, 2-1, on Thursday. Here are the top plays!DECEMBER 1, 2022
World Cup Daily: Japan fends off Spain and Germany to win Group E
Japan won Group E and sent Germany packing. Here's everything that happened in the World Cup on Thursday and what to watch for on Friday.DECEMBER 1, 2022
