World Cup Squad Selections
32 articles from 21 countries
The US grants the DRC football team entry for the World Cup amid Ebola concerns, while Neymar expresses emotion over his Brazil call-up. João Pedro's family is heartbroken by his exclusion from the squad.
Over 500 Peruvian babies named after Norwegian soccer star Haaland after legendary World Cup run
- Over 500 babies in Peru have been named after Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland. - This surge in popularity follows Haaland's performance in the FIFA World Cup, where he scored seven goals. - Peruvians frequently name children after football stars, with Haaland joining names like Messi, Ronaldo, and Neymar in popularity.
No Asian Team Made It Far in This World Cup (Again). What's Holding Them Back?
- No Asian team advanced past the first knockout round in the latest World Cup, marking a sixth consecutive tournament without significant progress. - Asian Football Confederation teams won only three…
Son Heung-min's struggles cited as key reason for South Korea's World Cup exit
- South Korea's World Cup hopes were dashed in the group stage, with star player Son Heung-min's underperformance cited as a key reason. - Sports Illustrated highlighted Son's lack of goals despite a …
Argentina reaches World Cup final after dramatic win over England
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a World Cup semifinal, with goals in the 85th minute and stoppage time securing their place in the final. - Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal, fulfilling a l…
World Cup: England Star Jude Bellingham Strikes Opponent After Semi-Final Loss
- England's star player Jude Bellingham struck an Argentinian opponent after their World Cup semi-final loss. - Footage shows Bellingham hitting Valentin Barco with an open hand to the back of the hea…
Death-defying Argentina living every World Cup game as if it's the last
- Argentina's World Cup semi-final victory over England was marked by intense fan passion and a dramatic comeback. - The team's "death-defying" style in knockout games, characterized by overcoming adv…
Argentina stages late comeback to sink England and reach World Cup final
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final with late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez. - The victory sends Argentina to the final against Spain, dashing England's hopes…
Thomas Tuchel Justifies England's Strategy After World Cup Elimination: 'I Regret Nothing'
- England's coach Thomas Tuchel defended his team's defensive strategy after their World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, stating he has no regrets. - Tuchel acknowledged Argentina's increased tempo a…
Argentina's unforgettable selection reaches second consecutive World Cup final
- Argentina's national football team secured a spot in their second consecutive World Cup final by defeating England 2-1. - Coach Lionel Scaloni praised the team's ability to perform under pressure, h…
Madrid celebrates as Spain advances to World Cup final
- Thousands of Spanish fans celebrated in Madrid after the national team's 2-0 victory over France in the World Cup semifinals. - The win propelled Spain to their second World Cup final, sparking jubi…
World Cup: Argentina Regains No. 1 Ranking, But Spain Favored to Win Final
- Argentina has reclaimed the top spot in the FIFA world rankings after defeating England. - Despite regaining the No. 1 ranking, data analysts predict Spain has a higher probability of winning the up…
Tuchel Defends Tactics After England's World Cup Exit
- England's national football team coach Thomas Tuchel expressed disappointment after a 1-2 loss to Argentina, which ended their World Cup final hopes. - Tuchel attributed the defeat to the team becom…
Messi statue town celebrates Argentina's World Cup final berth
- Argentines celebrated their national soccer team's advance to the World Cup final, with crowds gathering in towns like Cutral Co to watch the semi-final match against England. - The victory, a 2-1 c…
Tuchel Takes Blame for England's World Cup Exit, Defends Tactical Choices
- England manager Thomas Tuchel takes responsibility for the team's 2-1 loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. - Tuchel stated he does not regret his tactical decisions, including defensive su…
Anders Lindblad: England has only itself to blame for World Cup semi-final loss
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a dramatic World Cup semi-final, with Lionel Messi assisting both goals. - The author criticizes England's overly defensive strategy after taking the lead. - Argent…
Spain eliminates France in World Cup semifinal, ending French hopes for a third straight final
- Spain defeated France 1-0 in a World Cup semifinal, ending France's bid for a third consecutive final. - The loss on July 14, France's national day, evoked painful memories of a past terrorist attac…
England in tears again as Argentina fights to World Cup final
- Argentina advanced to the World Cup final after a dramatic semifinal victory over England, described as a "football death game." - The intense match featured a high level of physicality and historic…
World Cup semi-final: England vs. Argentina, a clash of titans with deep historical roots
- England and Argentina are set to face off in a highly anticipated World Cup semi-final match. - The game carries significant historical and symbolic weight, referencing past conflicts and iconic foo…
Football World Cup: England vs. Argentina Sets Stage for Major Rivalry Clash Ahead of Final
- The winner of the England vs. Argentina match will advance to the World Cup final to face Spain. - The game features a major rivalry in international football. - The final will be played between the…
‘Collective failure’: French press digests World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain
- The French press described the national team's World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain as a 'collective failure'. - Players appeared mentally defeated by the emotional intensity of the match, according…
Spanish PM: 'Second World Cup star is within reach'
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed confidence that Spain will win its second World Cup title soon. - He linked this hope to the positive momentum from the national team's victory over Fr…
"World Cup expanded to 64 teams? We still wouldn't make it" - China's bitter self-assessment after being ranked 91st globally, 13th in Asia
- FIFA is considering expanding the World Cup finals to 64 teams, but China remains pessimistic about its chances. - Chinese media express a bleak outlook on the national team's prospects, even with a…
English football legends blame coach Tuchel for World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina
- England's World Cup dreams were dashed in a dramatic 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina. - England took the lead in the 55th minute but conceded two late goals, including the winner in stoppage time. …
World Cup fever grips Helsinki, fans queue for hours at Fanzone
- Helsinki's Fanzone experienced long queues as football fans gathered to watch World Cup semi-final matches. - Fans queued for matches featuring France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina, with lines…
Messi: 'Incredible' Journey to World Cup Final Was 'Madness' After Beating England
- Lionel Messi described the team's journey to a second consecutive World Cup final as "incredible" and a "madness" after a dramatic 2-1 victory over England. - He emphasized the team's unity and resi…
Madrid Celebrates as Spain Reaches World Cup Final After Defeating France
- Spain's national football team celebrated a 2-0 victory over France in the World Cup semifinals, advancing to the final. - Thousands of fans filled the streets of Madrid to celebrate the win, which …
England loses World Cup final after late collapse; coach Tuchel defends controversial decisions
- England lost the World Cup final after conceding two goals in the final seven minutes, falling to Argentina. - Coach Thomas Tuchel faced criticism for his tactical decisions, including substituting …
Spain's Perfect Gegenpressing Crushes France, Securing World Cup Final Spot
- Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal, employing a highly effective gegenpressing strategy. - The team's intense pressing after losing possession frustrated France's star players, lea…
Tuchel under fire after England's World Cup semifinal collapse against Argentina
- England's World Cup dreams were dashed again after a 2-1 semifinal loss to Argentina. - Critics heavily scrutinized coach Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics after England took a 1-0 lead. - British m…
Argentina reaches World Cup final after thrilling comeback win over England
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a hard-fought World Cup semifinal, advancing to the final. - Goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez secured the comeback victory for Argentina. - Fans celeb…
From Croatia to Argentina: England Faces the Same Semifinal Nightmare for the Second Time in World Cup History
- England suffered another World Cup semifinal exit after losing to Argentina. - This marks the second time in history England has led a World Cup semifinal and failed to reach the final. - The team p…
Argentina beats England in World Cup semifinal, advances to final
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a dramatic World Cup semifinal, securing a place in the final against Spain. - England took the lead in the 55th minute, but Argentina staged a late comeback with g…
