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Why Uruguay Still Feels Like a World Cup Threat With History Behind It
Uruguay, a tiny nation with a massive football history, remains a World Cup dark horse thanks to its unique culture of grit and a new crop of stars.
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Federico Valverde Reflects on Real Madrid Controversies Amid World Cup Preparations
Federico Valverde Reflects on Real Madrid Controversies Amid World Cup Preparations
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The Cinderella Team Idea, Translated From NFL to World Cup
The concept of a 'Cinderella' team is a staple of American sports. Here's how that beloved underdog story translates—and changes—in the World Cup.
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5 Games That Made Mbappé Look Ahead of Schedule
A look at five defining games from Kylian Mbappé's early career that proved he was a generational talent far ahead of his time.
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5 World Cup Teams for Fans Who Love Villains
Looking for a World Cup team to root against? Here are five national squads that have earned their reputation as the villains of international soccer.
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5 Moments That Explain Zidane’s Genius and Meltdown
Zinedine Zidane's career was a blend of sublime artistry and shocking aggression. These five moments capture the full story of a complex legend.
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James Rodríguez glad he decided on Bayern Munich
Weather’s got to be worse in Manchester than at FC Bayern, right?
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Why Some World Cup Dark Horses Are Hiding in Plain Sight
Beyond the favorites, some of the most exciting World Cup teams are the underrated dark horses. Here’s who to watch and why they get overlooked.
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5 Stars Whose World Cup Timelines Changed in One Tournament
The World Cup can make a career in a month. Here are five players whose legacies and futures were fundamentally altered by one tournament.
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Myth vs Fact: Are Bigger Soccer Nations Always Better?
We explore whether large, historically dominant countries always have an edge in international soccer, or if tactical genius and cohesion can level the field.
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How Uruguay Overcame Challenges to Host the First FIFA World Cup
The 1930 FIFA World Cup, held in Uruguay, was a groundbreaking event that faced numerous challenges but ultimately triumphed as a historic success....
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Soccer-Morocco select injured Aguerd for World Cup as En-Nesyri misses out
May 26 (Reuters) - New Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has selected Nayef Aguerd in his 26-player World Cup squad despite the defender having not played since early March but left out forward Youssef En-Nesyri ahead of the finals in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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