FIFA World Cup
Over 500 Peruvian babies named after Norwegian soccer star Haaland after legendary World Cup run
Haaland quickly became an internet sensation due to both his larger-than-life personality and size, with many online joking that the Norwegian team had secured an actual Viking for their team.
Argentina stuns England with dramatic late comeback to reach World Cup final
Psychic Uri Geller vows to help England win World Cup, calls on millions to 'neutralize' Messi
The world owes itself one honest question: why always the Jews? - opinion
World Cup: Egypt coach's Palestinian flag stunt shows FIFA's hypocrisy, anti-Zionism - opinion
After Egypt defeated Australia on July 3, coach Hossam Hassan held the Palestinian flag in front of fans who chanted, “Free, free Palestine.”
Former soccer players show brain changes but no cognitive decline, researchers find
The study, by researchers at Imperial College London, included 142 former players aged between 30 and 60 and compared them to 56 similarly aged healthy people with no history of contact sports.
South Africa's Jayden Adams, 25, dies after playing in World Cup
No official cause of death was released. "The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) is devastated by the untimely passing of Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams.
A Messi conspiracy: Egyptian pundit blames Israel for Egypt's World Cup loss against Argentina
"We played like heroes, but Israel - meaning FIFA and the referees - had something to say about it, and we couldn't overcome these circumstances," said Egyptian commentator Mohammed Nour.
Good thing it's over: Cristiano Ronaldo’s cult of personality became unbearable - opinion
"In today’s media climate, the individualists with the most Instagram likes are celebrated, while players who know how to connect with their teammates are left to the soccer nerds."
Trump intervention prompts FIFA to reverse World Cup red card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun
The unprecedented move has thrust FIFA's disciplinary process into the global spotlight and prompted an angry response from Belgium, which plays the US on Monday for a place in the quarter-finals.
Humanoid robot Atlas delivers match ball during Brazil v Norway FIFA World Cup game
The robot, presented by tournament sponsor Hyundai Motor, has previously danced and engaged in parkour.
Trump called FIFA chief, urging a review of US star's suspension before sudden reversal - report
The US received a major World Cup boost after FIFA ruled Folarin Balogun eligible to face Belgium, suspending the immediate enforcement of his red card suspension.
Mexico imposing new restrictions at World Cup before England match after four die at celebrations
Large crowds have gathered to watch matches near Mexico City's "Angel of Independence" monument, including Tuesday, when four people died from either asphyxiation or cardiac arrest.
'May God have mercy on their martyrs': Egypt's soccer coach celebrates win with Palestinian flag
“My heart and soul are with them,” he said post-game. “May God have mercy on their martyrs. I dedicate this victory to the Egyptian people and to the Palestinian people, the good and noble people."
