Pelé, the Global Face of Soccer, Dies at 82
Pelé, who was declared a national treasure in his native Brazil, achieved worldwide celebrity and helped popularize the sport in the United States.
81 Minutes in, Two Big Goals and One Big Rewrite
The Times’s chief soccer correspondent hoped for a “boring” World Cup final. He didn’t get one.
World Cup Homecoming Brings Argentina to a Halt
Crowds thronged the streets of Buenos Aires as Argentina’s men’s national team took a 50-mile victory lap to celebrate its third World Cup title.
How Argentina Celebrated the 2022 World Cup Win
Spontaneous marches broke out across the country after the Argentine national team won its first World Cup title since 1986.
Qatar Got the World Cup It Wanted
In the end, after a tournament shadowed by controversy since the host rights were awarded, Qatar had the turn in the global spotlight it sought.
Mbappé’s Quest to be Considered the Best Becomes Longer
Kylian Mbappé twice brought France back to tie Argentina, but his bid to lead his country to consecutive World Cup titles fell short on penalty kicks.
Watch All the Goals From the Incredible World Cup Final
Argentina and France each scored two goals in regulation, both scored once in extra time, and Argentina won in a penalty shootout, 4-2. See all the highlights from Telemundo and Fox.
For Messi, and Argentina, the (Extra) Wait Is Worth It
It looked like another title might have slipped through its fingers, but Argentina, and its star, claimed the ultimate trophy.
How Argentina’s Favorite Song Became the World Cup’s Soundtrack
The song, Muchachos, Ahora Nos Volvimos A Ilusionar, has been a constant refrain in Qatar.