The New York Times – Sports:
The move fell short of creating formal diplomatic ties between the countries, but it was the latest sign of warming relations between Israel and some Arab governments.
Category: World Cup 2022 (Soccer)
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U.S. Announces Its Young World Cup Roster
The New York Times – Sports:
Coach Gregg Berhalter named the 26-player roster for the U.S. men’s national soccer team’s long-anticipated return to the World Cup after missing out in 2018.
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U.S. Roster Could Be World Cup’s Youngest Team
The New York Times – Sports:
On Wednesday, Coach Gregg Berhalter will name the 26-player roster for the U.S. men’s national soccer team’s long-anticipated return to the World Cup.
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A Soccer Team Once United Iran. Now It Reflects Its Divisions.
The New York Times – Sports:
A squad long seen as a unifying force in a fractious nation has become ensnared in its internal politics as its heads to the World Cup.
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Christian Pulisic, Set to Lead USMNT at World Cup, Counts the Minutes at Chelsea
The New York Times – Sports:
Christian Pulisic’s role as a late-game substitute for Chelsea has not been the perfect preparation for Qatar. But his form is not the only question facing the United States.
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Will Qatar Be Ready for the World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:
As sports fans prepare to flood the tiny Gulf nation, cranes and loaders are still running hard — as is criticism of Qatar’s human rights record and exploitation of workers.
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Qatar Offered Fans Free World Cup Trips. But There Was a Catch.
The New York Times – Sports:
Organizers are providing travel and tickets to hundreds of fans of the participating teams. But only if they promise not to criticize Qatar, and to report people who do.
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World Cup Dreams, Gone in an Instant
The New York Times – Sports:
For hundreds of the world’s best players, injury is the fear shadowing every step, every turn, every tackle as the World Cup looms.