Cape Verde Faces Argentina’s World Cup Juggernaut. Its Fans Aren’t Stressed.
Cape Verde, a tiny African archipelago, was thrilled to qualify for the World Cup, let alone take on the defending champions. But its fans feel confident.
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For Congo Fans, the Thrill of Victory Was So Close, Until It Wasn’t
Congo lost, 2-1, to England on Wednesday, after spending most of the game winning.
¿Y Si Sí? The World Cup Delivers Hope to Mexico
Mexico’s World Cup run has electrified the nation, drawing hundreds of thousands into the streets in celebrations of collective joy, resilience and hope.
4 People Die During World Cup Celebrations in Mexico City
A man and two women died from asphyxiation, the authorities said, as crowds celebrated the Mexican team’s victory over Ecuador. Another man died after having epileptic seizures.
Driver Is Reported Dead Days After Plowing Into World Cup Fans in Mexico
The episode appears to the most significant violence after wins by the Mexico national team, which has drawn huge crowds onto streets across the country.
Norway’s ‘Viking Row’ Is a Fan Phenomenon at the World Cup
Seas of red-clad Norwegian supporters are rowing shoulder to shoulder at stadiums, schools, even a nursing home. Not everyone is thrilled.
Wimbledon Is One Place That Won’t Screen England in the World Cup
The tennis tournament, a bastion of sometimes stuffy rules, has no plans to broadcast World Cup matches on Henman Hill, but restrictions on cellphone use have been eased.
At the Stadium and Far Away, Cape Verde Fans Embrace the Possible
Cape Verdeans were ecstatic when their country qualified for the World Cup. Their joy has now been supercharged by what seemed unthinkable before the tournament: a spot in the knockouts.
At World Cup Soccer Game, Palestinian Emblems Abound
Jordan’s first qualification for the World Cup also means a World Cup berth for Palestinians, millions of whom live in the country.
Canada Has Its Elbows Up and Arms Wide Open at the World Cup
Facing President Trump’s threats, many Canadians have taken a defensive stance to their neighbor. But now Canada is playing co-host with the United States and Mexico, and welcoming the world.