The New York Times – Sports:
A close call against Portugal at the Women’s World Cup gave the United States a chance to consider what might have been, and then move past it.
Category: Soccer
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The Gaps Get Smaller as the World Cup Gets Larger
The New York Times – Sports:
Expanding the Women’s World Cup was a good idea. Just not for the reasons FIFA thinks.
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Megan Rapinoe Is Not Going Quietly
The New York Times – Sports:
Relegated to a reserve role in her fourth World Cup, the outspoken U.S. forward said she has plenty left to give. And that she’s still expecting to win it all.
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Savannah DeMelo’s World Cup Trial by Fire
The New York Times – Sports:
DeMelo had never played for the United States women’s team when she was named to the World Cup roster. Thrust into a starting role, she’s doing her best to fit in.
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Australian TV Deal Has World Cup Viewers Asking: Where Are the Games?
The New York Times – Sports:
When FIFA sold Australia’s World Cup broadcast rights to a streaming service, it made it harder for casual fans to find the matches.
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How Lindsey Horan Got Mad, and How That Got the U.S. Even
The New York Times – Sports:
Lindsey Horan’s tying goal against the Netherlands saved her team at the World Cup. But it came from a dark place she knows well.
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A Continental Competition, All in One Neighborhood
The New York Times – Sports:
Inspired by the Africa Cup of Nations, several small-scale soccer tournaments formed in the Paris region. In a working-class landing spot for immigrants, one event lets locals revel in being exceptional.
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Kylian Mbappé Is Target of Record Offer From Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal
The New York Times – Sports:
Al Hilal of the Saudi Professional League made a bid to Paris St.-Germain to acquire the French striker in what would be the most expensive soccer transfer in history.