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Matches, transfers, records and the stories around them.
A 2-0 quarterfinal victory over Morocco in Boston confirms the structural dominance of Didier Deschamps' side, driven by a forward matching historic scoring rates.
As the tournament enters its quarterfinal stage, secondary ticket prices are plummeting, revealing a sharp disconnect between global broadcast hype and North American stadium demand.
Mark Kulbis faces felony hazing and involuntary manslaughter charges regarding the conditioning session that led to the death of freshman Calvin Dickey Jr.
As the tournament advances to its late stages, attention remains divided between the on-pitch fixtures and structural concerns regarding environmental and human rights impacts.
The squad's homecoming parade marked the conclusion of a historic tournament run, prompting reflections on the broader cultural significance of their success for the island nation and its diaspora.
A surprisingly candid admission of poor behaviour on grass obscures the Italian’s top-10 ranking and underlying metrics on slower surfaces.
The final eight includes the expected heavyweights, but their challengers prove the international talent pool has permanently flattened.
Following Brazil’s Round of 16 elimination against Norway, the 34-year-old midfielder prepares for a confirmed move to Inter Miami.
One year after the fatal car accident that claimed the lives of the Portuguese forward and his brother, new memorials span international football and esports.
The Portuguese Football Federation has confirmed the expiration of the manager's contract after a 1-0 defeat to Spain. The departure highlights the strict performance parameters of international football.
The 40-year-old midfielder's likely final appearance on the global stage marks the end of a defining era for the sport and his national team.
A heavy World Cup win and a few geopolitical jokes are great for the national mood. But they do not fix the structural void at the heart of this squad.