Iran's sharp criticism of World Cup - Who will help us?
Iran continues to sharply criticize the World Cup. "This is a disaster," striker Mehdi Taremi said at a press conference.
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Seattle celebrated Pride during Egypt–Iran World Cup match
Rainbow flags waved in the stands as Egypt and Iran faced off in a World Cup match in Seattle, United States. The Pride display drew criticism from the football associations of both countries.
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World Cup guide: Controversy over Seattle pride match
Neither team wants to play, but the Iran-Egypt match is a "rainbow match." Norway faces France, who are missing their national team captain, in a group final, and Belgium and Uruguay have knives to their throats. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Friday's World Cup matches.
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Mexican fans sang homophobic chant again at World Cup match vs Czech Republic
Mexican fans chanted a homophobic chant during Mexico's match against the Czech Republic at the World Cup. The chant has previously led to fines and other sanctions against Mexico's football federation.
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World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match
As Sweden and many other national teams are battling for playoff spots in the World Cup, host nation the USA will play a completely meaningless match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of today's World Cup matches - including when three groups will be decided.
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Got pregnant - club convicted in historic verdict
Swedish footballer Maja Göthberg told her club Lazio that she was pregnant. This led the club to claim that there was no binding agreement. Now Lazio has been ruled against by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in a historic case, reports Aftonbladet.
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World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match
As Sweden and many other national teams battle for playoff spots in the World Cup, host nation, the United States, will play a completely meaningless match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Thursday's World Cup matches - when three groups will be decided.
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France secure 3-0 win after weather drama
A severe storm forced a break in the match between France and Iraq - but once the match resumed, nothing could stop the French. The team won the match 3-0 and has thus secured a place in the playoffs.
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Messi makes history - the greatest World Cup goalscorer of all time
In the 38th minute, Lionel Messi scored - to deafening cheers. Those scenes were repeated in extra time. Lionel Messi made history, and Argentina advanced in the World Cup after a 2-0 win against Austria.
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Cape Verde's new success in front of goalkeeper Vozinha's mother
World Cup shock team Cape Verde surprised again, drawing 2-2 with Uruguay - and can reach the playoffs. This time it was in front of goalkeeper Vozinha's mother, Ana Candida Evora. "A kiss for you," she says.
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World Cup guide: Messi in media row ahead of Argentina group final
Lionel Messi clashes with the Argentine media, the Swedish Iraqis hope for a shock, and a thunderstorm threatens Norway's match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Monday's matches.
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World Cup guide: Messi in media row ahead of Argentina's group final
Lionel Messi clashes with Argentine media, Swedish Iraqis hope for an upset and a thunderstorm threatens Norway's match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Monday's matches.
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After Sweden's big loss, Norway may wait in the playoffs
France, Brazil, or... Norway? After Sweden's big loss to the Netherlands, the playoff chances look tough. Who could actually make it to the round of 32?
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Infantino's frequent World Cup flying is criticized
FIFA president Gianni Infantino flies frequently between World Cup matches. His carbon emissions during the World Cup are equivalent to the annual carbon footprint of 50 people in France, according to experts.
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Despite being overtaken, Sweden still has a good chance to reach World Cup round of 16
The Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1. However, Sweden still has a good chance of reaching the World Cup's round of 16.
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Iran after travel chaos: Dark spot in World Cup history
Belgium was allowed to travel to the Los Angeles match venue two days before the match against Iran, while the Iranian team was only allowed to travel to the United States the day before. The Iranian federation is not mincing words about how it views the injustice.
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Algeria files complaint with FIFA after Messi's tackle
Algeria is filing a complaint with the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) after several, according to the team, unfair refereeing decisions were made in its World Cup match against Argentina. Among the incidents cited was a tackle by Lionel Messi.
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Iran files complaint to FIFA over World Cup travel restrictions
Iran's national team will file a formal complaint with FIFA over their travel restrictions during the World Cup in North America.
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World Cup player Elye Wahi investigated for match-fixing
Elye Wahi played 56 minutes as Ivory Coast won their World Cup opener against Ecuador, although he is under investigation for match-fixing.
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UEFA says no hydration breaks in Champions League and other competitions next season after World Cup criticism
There will be no hydration breaks in the Champions League and other UEFA competitions next season.
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Swedish Football Association says there must be equal treatment
All World Cup teams must be treated equally, the Swedish Football Association states. Despite several events indicating the opposite, it has not chosen to take further action against FIFA. We assume that the sporting conditions will not differ between teams, says Secretary General Niclas Carlnén.
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Sweden national team will leave Dallas base if they advance
If Sweden advances from the group stage, we will leave our base in Texas. If we advance, we have decided to follow along and be "on the road" the whole time, says national team manager Kim Källström.
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Punished with urine - now Iraq is playing the World Cup again
Imprisonment, beatings and humiliation. These were the consequences suffered by Iraqi national team players after a loss under Saddam Hussein's regime. Forty years after its only World Cup appearance to date, it's time again for Iraq. A broken, war-torn country is ready for the biggest football stage again.
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