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Why Some Countries Feel Built for the Men’s World Cup
From a history of winning to a deep cultural identity, we explore the key ingredients that make certain nations seem destined for World Cup glory.
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5 Countries With the Most Compelling Men’s World Cup Legacies
A look at the nations whose stories of triumph, heartbreak, and innovation have defined the history of the FIFA Men's World Cup.
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5 Manager Decisions That Changed World Cup History
From game-winning substitutions to controversial squad selections, we explore five managerial calls that shaped the destiny of the FIFA World Cup.
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Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares
Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup
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5 Team Arcs That Explain the Greatest Men’s World Cup Sides
Explore the unforgettable stories of the greatest men's World Cup teams, from redemption tales to the coronation of golden generations.
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5 Golden Ball Winners Whose Men’s World Cup Legacy Still Holds Up
A look at five Golden Ball winners, from Maradona to Messi, whose legendary World Cup performances have left an indelible mark on soccer history.
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5 Netherlands Men’s World Cup Legacies Built Without Enough Trophies
Exploring the enduring influence of the Dutch national soccer team, a powerhouse that changed the game without ever winning the World Cup trophy.
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The Road to the 1986 FIFA World Cup Final Explained
The 1986 FIFA World Cup, held in Mexico, culminated in a thrilling final between Argentina and West Germany. Both teams had a challenging journey t...
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5 Moments That Explain the Men’s World Cup Timeline
From the first tournament's ambitious start to modern-day drama, here are five key moments that shaped the history of the FIFA Men's World Cup.
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The NFL Fan’s Guide to Choosing a World Cup Rooting Interest
Trying to get into the World Cup? This guide helps American football fans find a national soccer team to root for based on familiar NFL archetypes.
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The NBA Fan’s Guide to Choosing a World Cup Rooting Interest
A guide for American basketball fans on how to pick a national soccer team to root for in the World Cup based on NBA analogies.
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Soccer-Argentina seek to emulate Italy and Brazil as back-to-back champions
By Andrew Cawthorne June 2 (Reuters) - Dripping talent and forged by success, Argentina aim to become the first men's team to retain the World Cup since Brazil in 1962 and the only nation to do so entirely outside their own region.
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