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5 World Cup Matches to Watch Like an NBA Game 7
The World Cup has its own version of a Game 7. Here are five matches that deliver the same do-or-die drama and intensity of the NBA Finals.
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World Cup Finals Ranked by Beginner-Fan Appeal
A look at the most dramatic and entertaining World Cup finals ever played, ranked for newcomers to the beautiful game and casual sports fans.
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The “Best for New Fans” World Cup Article Tier
New to the World Cup? Our guide helps you pick a team to root for by breaking down the fan experience into tiers, from bandwagon favorites to lovable underdogs.
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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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The Solo World Cup Saturday Plan for Curious Fans
Feeling overwhelmed by the World Cup schedule? Here’s a simple, game-by-game plan for how to spend a Saturday with the beautiful game.
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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 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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How Low Expectations Become a World Cup Weapon
Underdog teams often overperform at the World Cup. This isn't just luck—it's a psychological weapon forged by low expectations.
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Croatia’s Rise Changed How Fans Think About World Cup Power
How a nation of four million people twice defied the odds at the World Cup and permanently altered the definition of a soccer superpower.
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The World Cup Crowd Tier List for New Fans
A guide for new World Cup viewers ranking the most passionate, colorful, and memorable fanbases from around the globe into distinct tiers.
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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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