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  • • USMNT vs. Serbia: Live Commentary
    The U.S. men’s national team begins its 2023 schedule on Wednesday with Anthony Hudson’s squad facing off with Serbia (10 p.m. ET). The Americans take the field for the first time since their Round of 16 exit at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with several young players seeking a positive USMNT debut. Alejandro ... Read more...2023
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  • • Who could be the next NHL jersey supplier?
    Photo by Pontus Orre/NHLI via Getty Images With adidas stepping down after next season, and a decision likely being made soon, it’s time to look as some candidates. Over the summer, it was announced that Adidas won’t be renewing their contract with the NHL following its expiration after the 2023-24 season. The bidding process likely began sometime in August, and the League likely needs to ...2023
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  • • Americans Abroad Player of the Week: Sergino Dest
    Sergino Dest struggled to earn a consistent role with Italian side AC Milan prior to the FIFA World Cup, but the Barcelona loanee has taken advantage of a new opportunity in 2023. Dest totaled 156 minutes in his past two appearances for Stefano Pioli’s men, most recently helping AC Milan fight back to earn a ... Read more...2023
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  • • Adams named male U.S. soccer Player of Year
    After a year in which he captained the USMNT at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Tyler Adams has been voted the 2022 U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year....2023
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with knee injury
    Christian Pulisic has enjoyed a positive return to Graham Potter’s starting lineup at Chelsea since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, but the American attacker might now face a spell on the sidelines after a first half injury on Thursday. Pulisic was substituted off in the 22nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-0 English Premier League ... Read more...2023
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with leg injury
    Christian Pulisic has enjoyed a positive return to Graham Potter’s starting lineup at Chelsea since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, but the American attacker might now face a spell on the sidelines after a first half injury on Thursday. Pulisic was substituted off in the 22nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-0 English Premier League ... Read more...2023
  • • Cameron Carter-Vickers earns latest praise from Celtic teammate Starfelt
    Cameron Carter-Vickers has picked up where he left off with Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic following the FIFA World Cup and fellow centerback Carl Starfelt has continued to notice the impact made by the American defender this season. Carter-Vickers and Starfelt have continued to partner one another in Ange Postecoglou’s backline this season, leading Celtic to ... Read more...2022
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  • • International soccer legend Pele passes away at 82
    One of the greatest soccer players of all-time, Pele, has passed away at 82-years-old. The Brazilian international had recently been hospitalized over the past month with multiple ailments and underwent treatment for colon cancer since 2021. Official news of Pele’s passing came from his Instagram page this afternoon. A three-time FIFA World Cup winner, Pele ... Read more...2022
  • • Tyler Adams hints at USMNT’s potential involvement at 2024 Copa America
    The U.S. men’s national team won’t have a grueling qualifying cycle to worry about heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil, but it will need to find new ways to prepare for the intensity of the tournament. USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams might have just revealed what is on the horizon for the ... Read more...2022
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  • • 23 for 2026: Projecting the next USMNT World Cup roster
    The 2022 FIFA World Cup came and went, and after all the excitement and anticipation about how the U.S. men’s national team would fare, a solid Round of 16 run has given USMNT fans some reason to feel good about the future of the program. It has also left many wondering just how the next ... Read more...2022
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  • • USMNT moves to No. 13 in final FIFA Rankings of 2022
    The U.S. men’s national team rose in Thursday’s FIFA world rankings following a strong return to World Cup action. The Americans jumped up one spot to 13th place in the final FIFA rankings of 2022. Gregg Berhalter’s side made their return to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, finishing second in Group B behind eventual ... Read more...2022
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  • • Thiago Almada becomes first active MLS player to win FIFA World Cup
    Thiago Almada joined Argentina’s World Cup roster as one of the final players on Lionel Scaloni’s roster and the Atlanta United playmaker joined a slim list of MLS players to run the table in the tournament’s history. Almada became the first active MLS player to win the FIFA World Cup following Argentina’s 4-2 penalty shootout ... Read more...2022
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  • • It’s SBI Q&A Time
    With the FIFA World Cup winding to a close, and 2022 reaching its final weeks, now is a good time to bring back the SBI Q&A. SBI readers are welcomed to submit questions in the comments section below on anything soccer related, as well as pop culture related. Want to talk USMNT? Curious about something ... Read more...2022
  • • Pulisic, Smith, Musah headline U.S. Soccer Player of the Year finalists
    Christian Pulisic, Sophia Smith, and Yunus Musah are among 15 finalists that have been nominated for three different U.S. Soccer awards on Thursday. Joining Pulisic on the list for the Male Player of the Year are Tyler Adams, Antonee Robinson, Matt Turner, and Tim Ream. All five players featured in the 2022 FIFA World Cup ... Read more...2022
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with knee injury
    Christian Pulisic has enjoyed a positive return to Graham Potter’s starting lineup at Chelsea since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, but the American attacker might now face a spell on the sidelines after a first half injury on Thursday. Pulisic was substituted off in the 22nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-0 English Premier League ... Read more...2023
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with leg injury
    Christian Pulisic has enjoyed a positive return to Graham Potter’s starting lineup at Chelsea since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, but the American attacker might now face a spell on the sidelines after a first half injury on Thursday. Pulisic was substituted off in the 22nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-0 English Premier League ... Read more...2023
  • • International soccer legend Pele passes away at 82
    One of the greatest soccer players of all-time, Pele, has passed away at 82-years-old. The Brazilian international had recently been hospitalized over the past month with multiple ailments and underwent treatment for colon cancer since 2021. Official news of Pele’s passing came from his Instagram page this afternoon. A three-time FIFA World Cup winner, Pele ... Read more...2022
  • • Thiago Almada becomes first active MLS player to win FIFA World Cup
    Thiago Almada joined Argentina’s World Cup roster as one of the final players on Lionel Scaloni’s roster and the Atlanta United playmaker joined a slim list of MLS players to run the table in the tournament’s history. Almada became the first active MLS player to win the FIFA World Cup following Argentina’s 4-2 penalty shootout ... Read more...2022
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  • • World Cup Rewind: France edges England, Morocco shocks Portugal
    France faced its toughest test yet at the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Saturday against tournament contenders England but kept its dreams of back-to-back titles alive by eliminating the Three Lions in regulation. Olivier Giroud scored the winning goal for Les Bleus while Harry Kane’s missed penalty kick helped France advance by a 2-1 scoreline. ... Read more...2022
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  • • World Cup Rewind: Morocco ousts Spain on penalties, Portugal rolls Switzerland
    Morocco’s dream run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup continued Tuesday with Walid Regragui’s squad outlasting tournament contenders Spain to reach the quarterfinals for the first time. Morocco defeated Spain 3-0 on penalty kicks after the sides played out a goal-less affair for 120 minutes. Yassine Bounou denied both Sergio Busquets and Carlos Soler in ... Read more...2022
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  • • Christian Pulisic suffers bruised pelvis, listed as day-to-day
    Christian Pulisic’s first-half injury against Iran forced him to miss the remaining 45 minutes of the U.S. men’s national team 1-0 FIFA World Cup group stage victory, but his status for Saturday’s Round of 16 showdown with the Netherlands looks a little more clearer. Pulisic was diagnosed with a pelvic contusion and his status is ... Read more...2022
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  • • World Cup Ticker: Mane ruled out for Senegal, and more
    Sadio Mane was poised to play a key role for Senegal during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, but now the veteran attacker will miss out entirely through injury. Mane underwent knee surgery on Wednesday which will keep him out of Senegal’s second-consecutive World Cup appearance. The 30-year-old originally was expected to miss Senegal’s first games ... Read more...2022
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  • • Back from lengthy injury ordeal, ‘special’ Gio Reyna poised to shine at his first World Cup
    DOHA, Qatar — One of the most harrowing subplots for the U.S. men’s national team in the year leading up to the FIFA World Cup was the health of Gio Reyna, the teenage sensation and arguably the most gifted player in the USMNT setup. After missing most of an entire year due to injury, Reyna ... Read more...2022
  • • Son to lead S. Korea at WC despite injury worry
    Despite a recent injury worry, Son Heung-Min has been named in South Korea's 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup....2022
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  • • Who could be the next NHL jersey supplier?
    Photo by Pontus Orre/NHLI via Getty Images With adidas stepping down after next season, and a decision likely being made soon, it’s time to look as some candidates. Over the summer, it was announced that Adidas won’t be renewing their contract with the NHL following its expiration after the 2023-24 season. The bidding process likely began sometime in August, and the League likely needs to ...2023
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  • • The SBI Show: Episode 364 (World Cup Episode 12: Talking Berhalter’s future, quarterfinal matchups, and more)
    The U.S. men’s national team’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup happened just five days ago, but there are already reports of a potential new contract for USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter and the latest episode of The SBI Show digs into the latest on the coach’s future. Episode 364 breaks down the possibility of ... Read more...2022
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  • • BCB After Dark: What’s gonna Happ-en?
    Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks how much longer will Ian Happ be a Cub. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the swingin’ spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad to see you stop in this chilly evening. I hope you had a terrific day and that you’re ready for an even better night. Let us take your co...2022
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  • • Steffen, Pepi, Pefok headline USMNT World Cup roster snubs
    Gregg Berhalter named his 26-player U.S. men’s national team roster for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday, and as expected, several worthy candidates were not included for the trip to Qatar. The depth of the USMNT player pool meant there were always going to be good candidates left out, which led to at least ... Read more...2022
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  • • MLS Ticker: Orlando City adds Gioacchini, Nashville SC acquires Moore, and more
    Nicholas Gioacchini is on his way to MLS to try and spark his club career ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Orlando City signed Gioacchini to a two-and-a-half-year contract from Ligue 2 side Caen, the clubs announced Wednesday. The 22-year-old was previously linked with a move to the Eastern Conference club and will now ... Read more...2022
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  • • Sigi Schmid offers his thoughts on the U.S. National Team's failure to qualify for 2018 FIFA World Cup | INSIDER
    2017
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  • • Top vote-getter Giovinco joins Kaka and Villa in MLS All-Star Fan XI
    Sebastian Giovinco put on an MVP-worthy performance against Orlando, netting a brace and an assist en route to a 3-1 win. A trio of World Cup-winning players highlights the 2017 MLS All-Star Fan XI, who along with the rest of the MLS All-Stars, will take on reigning La Liga and UEFA Champions League titleholders Real Madrid in Chicago on Aug. 2. The lineup includes Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian...2017
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  • • Top vote-getter Giovinco joins Kaka and David Villa in MLS All-Star Fan XI
    Sebastian Giovinco put on an MVP-worthy performance against Orlando, netting a brace and an assist en route to a 3-1 win. A trio of World Cup-winning players highlights the 2017 MLS All-Star Fan XI, who along with the rest of the MLS All-Stars, will take on reigning La Liga and UEFA Champions League titleholders Real Madrid in Chicago on Aug. 2. The lineup includes Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian...2017
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  • • Kaka tops MLS salaries list
    Los Angeles (AFP) – Former Brazil star Kaka topped the list of Major League Soccer’s highest-paid players for a third straight year, according to official figures released on Tuesday. A comprehensive breakdown of basic salary and guaranteed earnings issued by the MLS Players Union showed Orlando’s Kaka coming out on top with wages of $7.168 million (6.553 million euros). The 35-y...2017
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  • • Sporting KC and goalkeeper Luis Marin mutually agree to terminate contract
    2015
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FIFA World stats and results

  • • World Cup Rewind: Belgium Germany eliminated, Morocco advances, and more
    Belgium’s collective group of star talent was expected to lead it to a deep run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, but after back-to-back winless results in Qatar, the Belgians are headed home. A goal-less draw with Croatia eliminated Belgium from the World Cup and also saw Roberto Martinez step down as head coach. It ... Read more...2022
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  • • BCB After Dark: What’s gonna Happ-en?
    Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks how much longer will Ian Happ be a Cub. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the swingin’ spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad to see you stop in this chilly evening. I hope you had a terrific day and that you’re ready for an even better night. Let us take your co...2022
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  • • World Cup Rewind: Brazil defeats Serbia, Portugal edges Ghana, and more
    Brazil headed into its FIFA World Cup schedule as the favorites to leave Qatar with the tournament trophy and despite Serbia’s best efforts to frustrate Tite’s men on Thursday evening, the Brazilians picked up three points thanks to Richarlison’s heroics. Richarlison scored twice for Brazil in the second half, including a stunning overhead kick in ... Read more...2022
  • • Saudi Arabia's stunning upset of Argentina possibly Asia's greatest win in World Cup history
    Saudi Arabia's win over Argentina is quite possibly the greatest result by an Asian team ever in the history of the FIFA World Cup....2022
  • • Let’s make a FIFA-style World Cup of Hockey
    Photo by Vaughn Ridley/World Cup of Hockey via Getty Images What if we had a best-on-best tournament on the scale of soccer? This weekend, the 22nd FIFA World Cup kicks off from Qatar, which was definitely not a controversial hosting decision. The World Cup is one of sports greatest spectacles, featuring 32 countries putting their best men forward to battle on the pitch. In 1996, the NHL a...2022
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  • • Schedule, teams and how to watch: Daily results, news coverage and following the biggest names in Qatar
    The 2022 FIFA World Cup runs from Nov. 20 to Dec. 18. Check back here daily for results, news coverage and stories on the biggest names in Qatar....2022
  • • Ethan Horvath, Zack Steffen continue strong form in EFL Championship
    Ethan Horvath and Zack Steffen have earned starting roles in the English Football League Championship this season, and both are starring at the right time with the FIFA World Cup just 19 days away from kicking off. Horvath and Steffen remained in goal for Tuesday’s slate of league matches, helping their clubs to positive results ... Read more...2022
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  • • USMNT focused on securing World Cup berth with historic win in Costa Rica
    The U.S. men’s national team has all but guaranteed a spot into the 2022 FIFA World Cup and although that spot isn’t 100% clinched yet, Gregg Berhalter’s side remains focused in claiming three points against Costa Rica on Wednesday night. The Americans are 0-9-2 all-time in World Cup Qualifying matches away at Costa Rica, but ... Read more...2022
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  • • USMNT vs. Mexico: The Pregame Tailgate
    The U.S. men’s national team can take a huge step towards clinching a spot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday night, but will have to overcome rivals Mexico at a hostile Estadio Azteca (10 p.m. ET, Paramount+). Gregg Berhalter’s side sit level on 21 points with Mexico in the race for an automatic ... Read more...2022
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  • CONCACAF Rewind: Canada earns point in Mexico, El Salvador tops Panama, and more
    • CONCACAF Rewind: Canada earns point in Mexico, El Salvador tops Panama, and more
    The Canadian men's national team earned a historic result on Thursday night, providing the latest piece of evidence that it is a very strong candidate to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Facing a (...)...2021

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  • • The SBI Show: Ep. 365 (World Cup Ep. 13: Remembering Grant Wahl, Berhalter-Reyna soap opera, and more)
    It has been a sad and controversy-filled week in American soccer and the latest episode of The SBI Show digs into it all. Episode 365 takes a moment to discuss the tragic passing of American soccer journalist Grant Wahl, who died suddenly while covering the FIFA World Cup. Host Ives Galarcep remembers Wahl and touches ... Read more...2022
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  • • BCB After Dark: What’s gonna Happ-en?
    2022
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  • Dansby Swanson celebrates ‘pure happiness’ with girlfriend Mallory Pugh after Braves’ World Series win
    • Dansby Swanson celebrates ‘pure happiness’ with girlfriend Mallory Pugh after Braves’ World Series win
    Pugh — a USWNT player, who won a FIFA World Cup title in 2019 — reunited with Swanson on the field, where they shared a long, celebratory hug....2021
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  • • MHH Roundtable: Preparing for the Playoffs
    Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports Getting closer and closer to the return of the Colorado Avalanche As the NHL’s Phase IV Return to Play rapidly approaches, now is a good time to ponder on the road ahead for the Colorado Avalanche on their quest to finish out the 2019-20 season lifting the Stanley Cup. How important is getting the number one seed in the Western Conference for the Avalanche? A...2020
  • • Manchester United penalty: PSG star Neymar blasts VAR decision, but a FIFA World Cup referee says it was the right call
    The injured Brazilian star watched his team get eliminated at home in the dying moments of the match...2019
  • • USA loses to Trinidad & Tobago; fails to qualify for 2018 FIFA World Cup
    2017
  • • Nico Cantor interview: Paving his way to success as a soccer commentator
    Nicolas “Nico” Cantor, the son of the most famous soccer television announcer in the United States regardless of language, was hired by Univision Deportes in January 2017 as as the English-language play-by-play voice of Liga MX matches on the Univision Deportes Facebook page and Major League Soccer (MLS) matches on the Second Audio Program (SAP) of Univision Deportes Network (UDN). Nic...2017
  • • US, Canada learn opponents for CONCACAF semifinal round of 2018 World Cup qualifying
    2015
  • • Gold Cup finalists Mexico, Jamaica big movers in August FIFA Ranking, USMNT gets moderate bump
    2015
  • • Commentary: Despite tough World Cup qualifying draw, there's hope for Canada - if they get by Belize
    2015

Top FIFA World news

  • • Germany 1, USA 2 | International Friendly Match Recap
    2015
  • • US national team eliminated from 2018 FIFA World Cup
    2017
  • • FIFA World Rankings: USMNT climb five spots to reach No. 27, Mexico rise three to No. 18
    2015
  • Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal's 2030 WC bid
    • Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal's 2030 WC bid
    Ukraine has joined Spain and Portugal in their bid to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, the Spanish and Portuguese Federations said on Wednesday....2022
  • • Brazilian star Kaka named Orlando City's first MLS captain two weeks ahead of season opener
    2015
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  • • Jurgen Klinsmann selects 20 MLS players to USMNT roster for match vs. Chile on January 28
    2015
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  • • World Cup finalist Argentina announces roster for Bolivia friendly at BBVA Compass Stadium on September 4
    2015
  • • US takes CONCACAF's top spot, but joins Mexico, Costa Rica in slipping down FIFA World Ranking
    2015
  • • World Cup: USWNT draws South Korea in final send-off match at sold-out Red Bull Arena
    2015
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  • • Román Torres scores late goal, sends Panama to 2018 FIFA World Cup
    2017
  • • Darlington Nagbe named to U.S. Men's National Team roster for 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
    2017
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  • • Houston among 32 host city candidates in United Bid for 2026 FIFA World Cup
    2017
  • • Major League Soccer announces 2015 Houston Dynamo schedule
    2015
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  • • FIFA World Rankings largely unchanged: USA remain at 27th, while Costa Rica tops in CONCACAF at 16th
    2015

FIFA World schedule, game

  • • USMNT vs. Serbia: Live Commentary
    2023
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  • • Who could be the next NHL jersey supplier?
    2023
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with knee injury
    2023
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  • • Christian Pulisic leaves Chelsea match with leg injury
    2023
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  • • The SBI Show: Episode 364 (World Cup Episode 12: Talking Berhalter’s future, quarterfinal matchups, and more)
    2022
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  • • World Cup Quarterfinal Preview: England faces France, Brazil battles Croatia, and more
    The 2022 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal field is set with defending champions France set to face England in the most high-profile matchup of the round. Friday’s quarterfinal will be the first competitive showdown between the two countries since the 2012 European Championships. France has been led by star attacker Kylian Mbappe, who currently leads the ... Read more...2022
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  • • World Cup Rewind: Brazil defeats Serbia, Portugal edges Ghana, and more
    2022
  • • Ecuador opens World Cup with shutout win over hosts Qatar
    2022 FIFA World Cup hosts Qatar opened its long-awaited schedule on Sunday against fellow Group A side Ecuador, but it was the CONMEBOL representatives who had the last laugh at Al Bayt Stadium. Enner Valencia scored twice in the first half to guide Ecuador past Qatar 2-0 for an opening day win at the competition. ... Read more...2022
  • • Let’s make a FIFA-style World Cup of Hockey
    2022
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  • • Americans Abroad Midweek Preview: Turner, Pulisic, and more
    Matt Turner’s return to the Arsenal bench on Sunday will have U.S. men’s national team fans pleased ahead of the FIFA World Cup, and now the American goalkeeper will fight to retake his place in Mikel Arteta’s starting lineup this week. Turner and the Gunners host Brighton & Hove Albion in EFL Cup on Wednesday, ... Read more...2022
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FIFA World rumors, scandals

  • • Let’s make a FIFA-style World Cup of Hockey
    2022
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  • • Russia is worried about a plague of locusts ruining the 2018 FIFA World Cup
    Will an 'international locust scandal' create havoc at the 2018 World Cup in Russia?...2018
  • • Gold Cup finalists Mexico, Jamaica big movers in August FIFA Ranking, USMNT gets moderate bump
    2015
  • • Robbie Rogers: Decision to host the World Cup in Russia and Qatar is “insane”
    2015

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