The New York Times – Sports:
A loss stings for a young U.S. team, until it thinks about the future.
Category: Soccer
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Hometown of Tyler Adams, U.S. Captain, Still Proud Even With Loss
The New York Times – Sports:
Schoolmates, friends and others packed a pub early to watch their hometown hero, Tyler Adams, lead the United States men’s national team, which was eliminated from the World Cup by the Netherlands.
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As the World Focuses on Soccer, a Women’s Team in Exile Aches to Play
The New York Times – Sports:
The Afghan women’s national team fled to Australia when the Taliban took over. FIFA, yielding to Afghanistan’s soccer federation, no longer recognizes the team.
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Twists and Turns: A World Cup Fitness Coach Explains Pregame Warm-Ups
The New York Times – Sports:
In the final hour before a game, teams’ activities can look as random as recess at the local elementary school. But there is order in the chaos.
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The U.S. World Cup Team Is Notably Diverse, but the Pipeline Needs Help
The New York Times – Sports:
In some ways, things haven’t changed much in American soccer.
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The Giant World Cup Rookie and an Enduring Dutch Mystery
The New York Times – Sports:
The Netherlands is Europe’s most reliable talent factory. Unless you need a goalkeeper.
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How Japan’s Win Over Spain Knocked Germany Out of the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Japan surprisingly emerged at the top of its group, and Spain also advanced. Those results meant Germany, a former champion, was eliminated.
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Pulisic Is Recovering but Still Uncertain on US vs Netherlands
The New York Times – Sports:
Recovering from “a pelvic contusion” incurred on his game-winning goal this week, Christian Pulisic described his anxiety watching the rest of the match on a cellphone on his way to a hospital.
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Referee Stéphanie Frappart Will Lead First All-Woman Team at World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Frappart, a 38-year-old French referee, has more experience on the men’s stage than any other woman.