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The March Madness Fan’s Shortcut to World Cup Group Drama
Don't understand the World Cup group stage? This guide translates the drama, upsets, and high stakes into the language of March Madness.
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World Cup Favorites, Contenders, and Dark Horses Ranked
From clear favorites like France and Brazil to potential dark horses, we rank the top national teams with a shot at World Cup glory.
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5 Storylines That Explain Men’s World Cup History Before 2026
With the 2026 tournament on the horizon, get caught up on the essential history of the FIFA Men's World Cup through its five most defining narratives.
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5 Goalkeeper Careers That Changed World Cup Memory
From heroic saves to mind games, explore five goalkeeper performances that created unforgettable chapters in World Cup history.
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5 Games That Put Kylian Mbappé on a World Cup Fast Track
Before he became a global icon, these five performances defined Kylian Mbappé's explosive rise to the pinnacle of World Cup soccer.
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Messi joins high-profile World Cup injury concerns just weeks before big kickoff
Injuries to some of soccer’s star players are mounting ahead of next month's World Cup
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The Fan Culture That Makes the World Cup Unique
An exploration of the unique blend of national identity, global pilgrimage, and four-year cycles that defines the passionate fandom of the FIFA World Cup.
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The World Cup Dark Horse That Feels Like a March Madness Team
The 2022 World Cup saw Morocco channel the spirit of a March Madness Cinderella, captivating the globe with a run built on defense, drama, and heart.
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Soccer’s Biggest World Cup Names, Sorted by Star Power
From on-field genius to global brand empires, we rank the biggest stars in men's soccer by their sheer, undeniable star power.
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Remembering the fallen Cyclones of World War II
Eleven athletes are among the 375 names listed in Iowa State's Gold Star Hall of those who died during World War II
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19-Year-Old Kylian Mbappé Stole the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final — Now He's the Face of France's Title Defense
From teenage prodigy in 2018 to the established leader of Les Bleus, Kylian Mbappé's journey has made him the face of French soccer.
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How far does Mauricio Pochettino need to take the USMNT for the World Cup to be a success?
What is a fair expectation?
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