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The 11 Best Starting XIs in FIFA World Cup History, Ranked — Did Argentina 2022 Crack the Top 5?
From Brazil's 1970 masters to Messi's 2022 champions, we rank the greatest starting lineups to ever grace a FIFA World Cup.
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Why Powerhouse Teams Make the Group Stage Feel Different
An explainer on how dominant teams in tournament sports change the strategy, drama, and fan experience of the initial group stage.
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5 Building Blocks Behind Every World Cup Dynasty
What separates a one-off champion from a true World Cup dynasty? We explore the five key ingredients that fueled the greatest teams in history.
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The Hidden Weaknesses That Can Break World Cup Giants
Every World Cup has its favorites, but even the strongest teams have fatal flaws. Here are the hidden weaknesses that can undo a soccer giant.
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Why World Cup Upsets Feel Like First-Round NHL Shockers
Explore the surprising parallels between World Cup and NHL playoff upsets, from hot goalkeepers to tactical kryptonite that levels the playing field.
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The “Don’t Miss This One” World Cup Match Tier
A guide to the different types of World Cup matches, tiered by drama, history, and stakes to help you decide which games are truly must-see TV.
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The World Cup Pattern That Makes Champions Look Vulnerable
Exploring the 'champion's curse'—the surprising and dramatic trend of defending World Cup winners failing spectacularly four years later.
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Why Soccer Fans Believe the World Cup Has Its Own Weird Logic
An explanation of the unwritten rules, curses, and narrative destiny that make soccer fans believe the World Cup operates on its own unique logic.
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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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Is Messi vs. Yamal, or Messi vs. Ronaldo the bigger match at the World Cup?
The next generation beckons.
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Why Some “Small” World Cup Teams Play With Giant Confidence
Exploring the tactical, psychological, and cultural factors that allow underdog nations to compete with fearless confidence on soccer's biggest stage.
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The “This Is Why People Love Soccer” World Cup Tier List
A definitive tier list ranking the moments, emotions, and dramas that make the FIFA World Cup the world's most beloved sporting event.
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