The New York Times – Sports:
U.S. Soccer angered Iran by posting a doctored Iranian flag on social media to show support for protesters there.
Category: World Cup (Soccer)
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Germany Meets the Moment and Keeps its World Cup Hopes Alive
The New York Times – Sports:
A single moment shows just how fast a team’s journey can turn.
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Iran Calls for U.S. to Be Expelled From World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
U.S. Soccer angered Iran by posting a doctored Iran flag on social media. The Americans said the decision was intentional but later deleted the posts.
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After Belgium’s Loss to Morocco, Violence Breaks Out in Brussels
The New York Times – Sports:
The violence erupted after Morocco upset Belgium, 2-0, at the World Cup.
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Mexico’s View From Last Place: ‘We Still Have Some Hope’
The New York Times – Sports:
Its streak of advancing to the knockout stage in seven straight World Cups is dangerously close to ending.
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Mexico’s Love-Hate Relationship With Argentina Haunts the Team’s World Cup Matchup
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A legacy has led to success, but not always enough of it.
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Mexico’s love-hate relationship with Argentina haunts the team’s World Cup matchup.
The New York Times – Sports:
A legacy has led to success, but not always enough of it.
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What We Learned About the U.S. In Its Match Against England
The New York Times – Sports:
A feisty 0-0 tie against World Cup contender England gave the U.S. a chance — and perhaps the courage — to advance in the tournament.
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The U.S. Team Looks Different. But it Sounds Different, Too.
The New York Times – Sports:
This squad has developed an English lilt.