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Mexico fans turn to prayers ahead of England clash as World Cup hopes grow
One of the world’s most Catholic nations turns to the Virgin of Guadalupe, even in football.
France can field all its attacking talent and remain solid, much of that down to Adrien Rabiot
The Milan midfielder remains Les Bleus’ tactical anchor, even in scrappy matches against Paraguay.
Cape Verde frustrate Argentina deep into the game
With a deep defensive block and composed counterattacks that never gave the ball away cheaply, Cape Verde exposed one of the Scaloneta's poorest performances and Argentina only found a way through in the closing stages.
Atlético Madrid reach agreement to bring concerts to the Metropolitano, with up to €20 million a year in revenue
The ten-year partnership with Live Nation will bring 15 to 20 live shows a year to the stadium.
Before Portugal–Croatia was decided, the microchip in the World Cup ball had already sparked controversy in cricketing circles
Developed in the 1990s, Snickometer detects even the faintest contact between bat and ball.
Only football’s biggest names have come close to Johan Manzambi’s impact at the Club World Cup
His physical presence is overwhelming, and his impact just as clear. Not the most refined player, but always effective.
Massimiliano Allegri is a cautious appointment for Napoli, reflecting the club’s current direction
The former Juventus and Milan coach arrives after difficult seasons and without the need for major changes in the transfer market, as Napoli look ahead to their centenary year.
Harry Kane is one of the best players in the world, with commercial appeal below football’s biggest stars
England’s captain has taken a different path from his peers, with less focus on building his public image and fewer endorsement deals, investing in other areas.
Food and drink prices at US stadiums are sky-high. Atlanta keeps them low
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium owners take the opposite approach to other US venues, and it works.
Wimbledon Won’t Show a Single World Cup Match—Not Even to Its Players
The oldest Grand Slam once again shows how uncompromising it can be when it comes to its traditions and its devotion to tennis.
Tielemans drags Belgium back from the brink again, decisive once more in the moment
Tielemans drags Belgium back from the brink again, scoring twice in a game that had already seemed beyond reach
Harry Kane has long been among the best strikers in the world, and is now the best in world football
Harry Kane’s growth, improvement and leadership as England captain, in a team that depends on him and that even against Congo looked disjointed at best.