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The Soccer Superstars Americans Should Know Before 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the U.S. Here are the global soccer superstars you'll want to know before the tournament arrives on home soil.
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The World Cup Dark Horse Formula Casual Fans Should Know
A guide to spotting the World Cup's surprise teams, this formula breaks down the key ingredients of a true dark horse contender.
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5 Chapters That Explain the USMNT’s Men’s World Cup Story
From the 1930 semifinals and a 40-year drought to the modern era's highs and lows, this is the story of the U.S. Men's National Team at the World Cup.
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Veteran D Tim Ream to captain U.S. at World Cup
Tim Ream will captain the U.S. men's national team at the upcoming World Cup. Manager Mauricio Pochettino awarded the armband to the 38-year-old Charlotte FC defender on Saturday. "I am so grateful he is with us -- he is a great captain not only (on the) field but more importantly off the field.
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The “Casual Fans Know Them” Tier of World Cup Stars
Beyond Messi and Ronaldo, meet the World Cup stars casual fans recognize, from Croatia's Luka Modrić to South Korea's Son Heung-min.
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Pulisic: `One will bounce off your knee and go in' and then `everything goes in after that'
Christian Pulisic is confident he will score at the World Cup despite a career-worst scoreless slump
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How Simultaneous World Cup Games Create NBA-Style Tension
Discover how the World Cup's simultaneous final group games produce a unique, real-time drama that mirrors the tension of an NBA playoff race.
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5 World Cup Storylines Built for Stanley Cup Fans
Love the grit and drama of the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Here are five World Cup narratives that will feel instantly familiar to any hockey fan.
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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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World Cup 2026’s Most Anticipated Fashionable Icons
Who’ll be best dressed at World Cup 2026?!
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Why World Cup Rivalries Hit Like Historic NFL Matchups
Explore how the national pride, deep history, and geopolitical stakes of World Cup soccer rivalries echo the intensity of the NFL's most iconic matchups.
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USA vs. Senegal, 2026 USMNT Friendly: Scouting Senegal
A pre-tournament friendly will whet the appetite.
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