James Wagner
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Belgium’s Golden Generation Reaches the End as Croatia and Morocco Move On
Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku failed to covert several close-range chances in the second half in a 0-0 draw with Croatia, which advanced to the round of...
Messi and Argentina Advance as Mexico Is Eliminated
Argentina recovered from its opening loss to Saudi Arabia and secured passage to the knockout stage. Poland also advanced, despite losing, because it had a...
Senegal Responds Quickly to a Dramatic Goal to Reach Knockout Stage
Ecuador had just tied the game, and a draw would have eliminated Senegal from the World Cup. But Kalidou Koulibaly extended his country’s run.
Canada has one more game before turning its focus to 2026.
Guaranteed a spot in the next World Cup, Canada aims for one positive result.
Mexico’s View From Last Place: ‘We Still Have Some Hope’
Its streak of advancing to the knockout stage in seven straight World Cups is dangerously close to ending.
For Mexico, an Unlucky Seven
El Tri has advanced out of the group stage in seven straight World Cups. It is only then that the problems start.
The Suburb That Powers Canada Soccer
With seven players from Brampton on Canada’s World Cup roster, the diverse city near Toronto has played a big part in the country’s return to...
Pitch Clocks and Ban on Shifts Could Affect MLB Roster Construction
A pitch clock, a ban on infield shifts and the enlargement of bases could alter the value of some players, giving executives something new to...
Jacob deGrom Leads Mets’ Off-Season Shopping List
Despite his injury issues, Jacob deGrom is expected to garner a contract in excess of $100 million. He is one of several Mets players who...
At GM Meetings, Brian Cashman discusses Aaron Judge and Yankees Needs
Aaron Judge’s free agency looms over everything at the general managers’ meetings, but Brian Cashman says he has other holes to fill. Cashman’s own deal...