Messi and Argentina survive another close call to reach the World Cup semifinals
Argentina was taken to the brink in its first two knockout games. In Saturday's quarterfinal against Switzerland, the Albiceleste survived…
France downs Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semifinal
Morocco was no match for France, which lost 2-0. The French, one of the pre-tournament favorites, move on to the…
Trump’s FIFA call opens a ‘slippery slope,’ says sports columnist Christine Brennan
NPR's A Martínez speaks with USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan about the World Cup match between the U.S. and…
Reigning champion Argentina escapes with remarkable World Cup victory over Egypt
Egypt was leading late, up 2-0. The Argentinians looked beaten. But they fought and fought and fought. Scoring one goal,…
The U.S. men’s run at the World Cup ends with a 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium
The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head…
The U.S. faces Belgium in the World Cup on the heels of Trump-Infantino red card call
The U.S. striker Folarin Balogun is expected to start against Belgium in a Round of 16 match after a surprise…
How to enter your Sporty Spice era
Reality dating and professional sports are not as different as you’d think.Brittany is in her Sporty Spice era – she…
Even fans who don’t speak Spanish are watching the World Cup on Telemundo. Here’s why
They may not understand every word, but fans appreciate exuberant announcers who match their enthusiasm. Plus, cameras stay on the…
Photos: Fans gather in the Bay Area for the World Cup match between the U.S. and Bosnia-Herzegovina
World Cup watch parties in Santa Clara and the San Francisco Bay Area brought fans together for the United States…
Win or go home: The U.S. to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout game
The U.S. men's team is favored in Wednesday's must-win Round of 32 match — but they haven't beaten a European…