How an Italian sculptor created the World Cup trophy that became an icon
Brazil permanently claimed the original trophy after its victory in 1970.
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UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup
FIFA rules ban political messaging on the pitch, and the team could face disciplinary action.
The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
Argentina leads tournament in goals scored. Spain leads the tournament in fewest goals allowed.
Defending champion Argentina reaches World Cup final by beating England 2-1
Argentina will play Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday.
England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream
Tuchel said he sometimes relaxes by reconnecting with his inner child.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 15
World Cup TV schedule for today's second semifinal.
Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
Spain will face either defending champion Argentina or England on Sunday in the final.
Tom Cruise, IShowSpeed and Post Malone join the World Cup closing ceremony’s cast
The closing ceremony is set for 90 minutes before Sunday's final.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 14
World Cup TV schedule for July 14 as the semifinals begin.
‘Ted Lasso’ stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Many of the scenes in the new season of “Ted Lasso” were shot around Kansas...
Erling Haaland is Norway’s World Cup machine — and the internet’s babygirl
Haaland's playful social media presence includes cheeky selfies and vlogs.
What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup’s most contentious calls
The sending off of Breel Embolo in Saturday's quarterfinal was the latest example.
World Cup semifinals: Four previous champions, a bitter rivalry, Mbappé vs Yamal and Messi vs Kane
Not since 1990 has the final four of a World Cup been made up entirely...
Denver Summit FC leaves points on the table in draw with Houston Dash
It was deja vu all over again for Denver Summit FC, which dominated Sunday night's...
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 11
World Cup TV schedule for July 11.
FIFA selling the field to be used for the World Cup final in $450 pieces
FIFA's store says each segment of turf is 17.5 by 17.5 by 17.5.
Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Mikel Merino’s late goal sends Spain to the World Cup semifinals against France.
‘Anything can happen’ in England-Norway World Cup quarterfinal in Miami
'Anything can happen' in the World Cup quarterfinal between England and Norway, Norwegian midfielder Martin...
Renck: Marcelo Balboa knows USMNT missed an opportunity at World Cup, but says soccer ‘has staying power’
'Soccer definitely has staying power. You have (50) million viewers, you are doing something right.'
Time is running out for these World Cup restaurant deals
California Pizza Kitchen, Outback Steakhouse and Auntie Anne's are among chains with soccer promotions.
In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish
Roughly half of U.S. viewers have watched at least some portion of matches in Spanish.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 10
World Cup TV schedule for July 10's quarterfinal.
France dominates Morocco in World Cup rematch, advances to semifinals
Kylian Mbappé had a goal and an assist in a 2-0 win.
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Who should you support now?
The idea of supporting any team but your own may be unfathomable, but here are...
US star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
Pulisic failed to score in the World Cup.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 9
The quarterfinals begin today.
Colorado’s Lindsey Heaps, captain of USWNT, joins Denver Summit FC: ‘I want to win everything’
Wednesday marked Summit FC's long-awaited public unveiling of its cornerstone piece and hometown hero Lindsey...
Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The 11-minute halftime performance is curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin.
From the 2010 Olympics to the World Cup, Vancouver has pioneered Indigenous inclusion
Indigenous inclusion has increasingly figured into big global sporting events.
Why World Cup game balls always make their way back onto the pitch during matches
The thrill of catching a match ball is short-lived for World Cup-goers.
World Cup quarterfinals feature soccer powerhouses from Argentina and Spain to France and England
The quarterfinals feature the top four countries in FIFA’s pre-tournament world rankings.
Durando: USMNT lost its World Cup karma with Trump’s intervention in red card reversal for Balogun
The U.S. Men's National Team had karma working against it in the Round of 16...
Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals in shootout win over Colombia
Switzerland advances to play Argentina on Saturday.
US-Belgium at World Cup is most-watched soccer telecast in US history at 30M viewers, Fox says
Fox said the audience peaked at more than 36.8 million people.
FIFA is investigating an incident between a fan and streamer IShowSpeed at a World Cup match
A fan made discriminatory comments at World Cup match Friday directed at the streamer.
Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals
The defending champions had trailed 2-0 until a late comeback.
Same old story: US men’s soccer team has been stagnant for 25 years
Billions have been invested to boost the team, but the men remain far from elite.
EU lawmakers call for probe of FIFA boss over Trump contact before US-Belgium match
They called it "a disgrace and a perversion of justice.”
French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator
Mbappé called her a “despicable woman” who was “unworthy” of serving in Paraguay’s Congress.
FIFA praises World Cup referee who Trump claimed was ‘suspect’ after red card for Balogun
FIFA called Raphael Claus “one of the world’s leading professional referees.”
A disappointing World Cup for Christian Pulisic as US star is scoreless and hobbled by injuries
For the second time in this World Cup, Pulisic left a match in the second...
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 7
Round of 16 World Cup TV schedule for July 7.
Renck: Magical World Cup run for United States men’s national soccer team goes splat in Seattle
The U.S. picked a bad night to have a bad night. In front of a...
After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss
FIFA lifted his suspension after Donald Trump intervened.
Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
Belgium advances to face Spain on Friday.
US-Bosnia World Cup match sets US viewership records in English and Spanish
It was the most-watched program on any network since the Super Bowl on Feb. 8.
Mikel Merino’s late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career
Spain will play Belgium on Friday.
Red card furor puts Trump and Infantino’s relationship under the spotlight again
European soccer’s governing body accused FIFA of crossing a “red line.”
Trump says World Cup referee’s red card call was ‘horrible’ but insists he left outcome to FIFA
President Trump takes credit for FIFA overturning star Folarin Balogun's red card.
Erling Haaland-led World Cup run is stirring up soccer pride for Norway fans at home and abroad
An improbable run took another leap forward when Norway knocked off five-time champion Brazil.
Neymar says after World Cup elimination he is done playing for Brazil
Because of a right calf injury, Neymar appeared in only two of Brazil’s five games.
US seeks ‘revenge’ for thrilling World Cup loss to Belgium 12 years ago
The U.S. is one win away from advancing as far as it ever has at...
US faces Belgium for spot in World Cup quarterfinals, hoping for first back-to-back knockout wins
Coach Mauricio Pochettino figures to have his top-choice lineup available Monday.
Belgian federation to challenge FIFA’s decision to let Folarin Balogun play in World Cup match
he Belgian federation said it learned through media reports about FIFA’s move.
Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension
UEFA said FIFA “crossed a red line” with its decision not to enforce Balogun’s ban.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 6 with USA-Belgium
Round of 16 World Cup TV schedule for July 6.
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
England moves on to face Norway on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Erling Haaland scores twice to beat Brazil, send Norway into World Cup quarterfinals for 1st time
Erling Haaland headed in the go-ahead goal in the 80th minute and scored again before...
FIFA lifts US player Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension...
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 5
Round of 16 World Cup TV schedule for July 5.
Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals
It’s Morocco’s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals.
Oral history: The USMNT’s near ‘miracle on grass’ against Brazil in the 1994 World Cup
The USMNT played against Brazil on July 4, 1994, and nearly upset the eventual champs.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 4
World Cup TV schedule for July 4 as Round of 16 begins.
Argentina survives shocking upset bid from Cape Verde to advance to World Cup’s Round of 16
Argentina needed extra time to survive a wild upset bid by Cape Verde in the...
Renck: USMNT can stick it to FIFA refs with win over Belgium, freeing Folarin Balogun
When a Bosnia-Herzegovina player reacted to the decision by hugging Folarin Balogun apologetically on the...
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 3
World Cup TV schedule for July 3.
How ‘Country Roads’ became the soundtrack of the US team’s World Cup run
John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the USMNT.
Spain knocks out Austria, but U.S. and Mexico fans are celebrating
With spots in the Round of 16 already locked up, American and Mexican fans enjoy...
Soft-spoken Malik Tillman delivers a loud statement with his bloody sock goal at the World Cup
He was still feeling the affects of being stomped on by an opponent’s studs when...
What polling shows about Americans’ interest in the World Cup and USMNT
Many U.S. adults were excited about the US making it to the knockout round of...
StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancellations crushed dreams of going to World Cup
The lawsuit seeks to become a class action.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 2
World Cup TV schedule for July 2, with three Round of 32 matches.
Keeler: USA! USA! Even Denver’s soccer skeptics embracing 2026 World Cup fever: ‘Why not us?’
Reed Wilkey woke up Wednesday 50% Brazilian and 100% a World Cup skeptic. That's sacrilege...
At US World Cup match, American pride wears many flags
Ahead of holiday weekend, World Cup match brings out the red, white and blue
US adds to World Cup glory with 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina
The USMNT's victory leads to a Round of 16 date with Belgium on Monday.
See it: Soccer fans show their colors at US World Cup match vs. Bosnia
All the color and pageantry around the USMNT's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
US soccer’s diverse fan base finds its perfect stage in the Bay Area
Multicultural Bay Area fans coming out in droves to support United States’ World Cup run.
Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?
World Cup players have been warned about the new rule.
Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo
Harry Kane scores two goals as England rallies for a 2-1 World Cup win against...
As the World Cup grows more global, many fans still struggle to get there
Global soccer fans face tough visa hurdles, creating their own World Cup at home.
World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids — some just toddlers now
Experts watch if the World Cup boosts youth soccer popularity and creates new fans.
US enters World Cup knockout match with ‘just win, baby’ mindset
The U.S. isn't overlooking Bosnia and Herzegovina entering Wednesday's World Cup game.
4 people die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win
Thousands had gathered to celebrate a win over Ecuador.
Ecuador’s Hincapié becomes the second player sent off for covering his mouth at the World Cup
FIFA established the rule to prevent players from hiding abusive comments to opponents.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 1 with USA-Bosnia
World Cup TV schedule for July 1, including USA vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday to reach the World Cup round of 16 after...
Mexico fans use a homophobic chant during the World Cup match against Ecuador
Mexican fans chanted a slur during the World Cup match against Ecuador on Tuesday.
Photos: Mexico-Ecuador World Cup match delayed 1 hour by a storm in Mexico City
A thunderstorm in Mexico City delays the World Cup match between Mexico and Ecuador.
US coach Mauricio Pochettino apologizes to media for his curt tone in previous news conference
U.S. coach Pochettino apologized to the media as the team prepares for the World Cup.
Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0
Kylian Mbappé set a knockout scoring record in France's 3-0 victory over Sweden.
Penalty shootouts at the World Cup are a drama of ‘inhumane’ pressure
A Norwegian professor says the pressure of a shootout can reach “inhumane” levels.
Kids’ game: What it’s like to walk with players onto a World Cup field
Before each World Cup match, children walk onto the pitch with the players.
World Cup: Confident USMNT faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in Round of 32
The USMNT hasn't won a knockout-round game since 2002.
World Cup: From Wisconsin to taking on the US, the journey of Bosnia’s Esmir Bajraktarević
Bajraktarević will take on the U.S. in a Round of 32 game at the World...
Iran heads home after a heartbreaking World Cup knockout, but fans say players should be proud
Players return to nation still in the grips of conflict with Israel and the U.S.
Sportsbooks say World Cup betting has surged past expectations, with US hype driving action
DraftKings' Johnny Avello said it could be the biggest event of the year.
A heat dome will engulf World Cup games in the eastern US this week. Here’s what to expect
Scorching heat may soar into “feels-like” temperatures of up to 110 F in some areas.
A goal, a prayer and a standing ovation for Cody Gakpo amid personal grief
Despite his grief, Gakpo chose to continue playing.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for June 30
World Cup TV schedule for June 30.
Paraguay stuns Germany in a penalty shootout for the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup
Paraguay upset Germany 4-3 on penalty kicks to earn a major 2026 World Cup victory.
