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Messi joins high-profile World Cup injury concerns just weeks before big kickoff
Injuries to some of soccer’s star players are mounting ahead of next month's World Cup
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How to Pick a World Cup Side Based on Vibes, Stars, and Chaos
A guide for the casual soccer fan on how to choose a World Cup team to root for based on personality, star players, and dramatic narratives.
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What Makes a World Cup Team Easy to Root For
Discover the classic archetypes of lovable World Cup teams, from the ultimate underdogs and giant-slayers to the redemption-seeking superstars.
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5 Player Matchups That Became Men’s World Cup Legacy Tests
From Pelé vs. Moore to Messi vs. Mbappé, we explore five legendary individual duels that defined careers and became iconic World Cup history.
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The Truth About Passing Stats in World Cup Soccer
Soccer commentators love citing pass completion, but this simple stat often hides the truth. Here's which passing metrics actually reveal a player's impact.
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19-Year-Old Kylian Mbappé Stole the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final — Now He's the Face of France's Title Defense
From teenage prodigy in 2018 to the established leader of Les Bleus, Kylian Mbappé's journey has made him the face of French soccer.
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The Best Soccer Podcasts About World Cup Storylines for 2026
A curated list of the best soccer podcasts to follow the key players, teams, and narratives building toward the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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5 Legacy-Defining Goals Every New Men’s World Cup Fan Should Know
Discover five of the most iconic and historically significant goals in Men's World Cup history, essential for any new soccer fan.
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Eight Barcelona stars in Spain’s World Cup 2026 squad as Gavi, Joan Garcia and Eric Garcia make list
No Real Madrid players on the list for this summer’s tournament.
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How far does Mauricio Pochettino need to take the USMNT for the World Cup to be a success?
What is a fair expectation?
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The Truth About Team Balance at Soccer’s Biggest Event
Exploring what truly makes a winning World Cup squad, from superstar-led teams to balanced, tactical units and the role of chemistry.
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Italy's 4 Stars and Zero 2026 Tickets: How a FIFA World Cup Champion Became a Cautionary Tale
From four-time World Cup winners to missing two straight tournaments, this is the story of how the Italian national soccer team fell from grace.
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