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David Beckham Is the World Cup’s Missing Mouthpiece

Qatar paid David Beckham tens of millions of dollars to promote the country and its interests. To its frustration, it has not received much return...

The Pundit Whisperer

Qatar’s beIN Sports hired a host of retired soccer stars to bring authority to its World Cup coverage and a group of interpreters to render...

How Morocco Beat Portugal

In a display of defensive grit and attacking verve, Morocco’s formula moves it one step closer to the final.

Waving the Palestinian Flag, Celebrating the World Cup’s Unofficial Team

Arab fans and Arab teams have been using the tournament’s global stage to elevate the Palestinian cause in the stands and on the field.

England Victory Sets Up Showdown With France

England was buoyed by the contributions of 19-year-old midfielder Jude Bellingham — the latest teenager to make a name for himself at the World Cup.

How South Korea Knocked Uruguay Out of the World Cup

Ghana came up short on the opportunity to avenge its infamous 2010 defeat to Uruguay. In the end, neither team celebrated.

A Mural Celebrated Migrant Workers. When the World Cup Began, It Was Gone.

A mosaic of photographs once decorated Qatar’s showpiece stadium in Lusail. Now a V.I.P. entrance sits beside the spot.

Croacia y sus primeras damas del fútbol

Iva Olivari e Ivancica Sudac han trabajado en la federación croata desde antes de que ingresara en la FIFA.

Croacia y sus primeras damas del fútbol

Iva Olivari e Ivancica Sudac han trabajado en la federación croata desde antes de que ingresara en la FIFA.