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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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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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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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Why Americans May Love World Cup Dark Horses in 2026
With the 2026 World Cup on U.S. soil, American fans may find themselves falling for underdog teams. Here's why dark horses capture our imagination.
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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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Reuters
Soccer-Casemiro says not being favourites at World Cup will keep Brazil on their toes
June 3 (Reuters) - Brazil midfielder Casemiro believes being a "step behind" other World Cup favourites could actually work in the team's favour when the tournament kicks off next week.
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The U.S. Men’s Pattern That 2026 Could Finally Challenge
For decades, the U.S. Men's National Team has hit a ceiling at the World Cup. Here's the pattern of defeat and why 2026 could be different.
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2026 World Cup Odds: Europe and South America Favored to Produce Winner
2026 World Cup Odds: Europe and South America Favored to Produce Winner
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Reuters
Soccer-Ronaldo heads for sixth World Cup with unfinished business
By Fernando Kallas June 2 (Reuters) - Cristiano Ronaldo has bent football's record books into so many shapes that another landmark can almost feel routine but a sixth World Cup at 41 would be extraordinary even by his standards.
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Reuters
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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SB Nation
Has Julian Nagelsmann found his double pivot?
FC Bayern star Aleksandar Pavlović should start for Germany.
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SB Nation
USMNT midweek viewing guide: The friendliest week
Follow along with all the USMNT action this week.
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