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World Cup 2022: Why Americans call it soccer

Al Jazeera looks into the origins and history of the debate around the name of the ‘beautiful game’.

Al Jazeera · Nov 25, 2022

Soccer-Hosts Qatar crash out of World Cup after Senegal loss

The World Cup hopes of Qatar were dashed after a 3-1 loss to Senegal and a draw between Ecuador and Netherlands left them bottom of Group A with no chance of progressing, just five days after they opened the tournament with a 2-0 loss to Ecuador.

Reuters · Nov 25, 2022

World Cup: Why Americans cheer on Mexico

As the World Cup kicks off in Qatar, a scholar probes questions of identity in the American game

Salon · Nov 25, 2022

Laborers play sandlot cricket near World Cup soccer stadiums

As dawn broke on another day at the World Cup in Qatar, laborers who built this energy-rich country’s stadiums, roads and subway filled empty stretches of asphalt and sandlots to play cricket

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2022

The Changing Perception of American Soccer in England

The belittlement, Eurosnobbery and condescension remain a fixture for press and fans, but in the industry itself, there’s an acknowledgement of growth and belonging.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 25, 2022

Soccer-England fans face stadium ban over crusader costumes in Qatar

England fans will be barred from Friday' match in Qatar against the United States and future World Cup games if they wear crusader replica costumes which are considered culturally insensitive in a Muslim country, FIFA has said.

Reuters · Nov 25, 2022

The Making, Means and Aim of Qatar’s Foray Into Global Soccer

The 2022 World Cup is the culmination of a soccer evolution that has taken place over decades, but it’s also rife with ulterior goals.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 25, 2022

Kazu returns to Qatar for first time since 'Agony of Doha'

Japanese soccer legend Kazuyoshi Miura was among the spectators in the stadium during Japan's stunning victory over Germany at the World Cup on Wednesday -- his first time back in Qatar since playing in the 1993 game known in Japan as the "Agony of Doha."

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Nov 25, 2022

For Tim Weah, a World Cup goal capped a family journey. Now he's ready for England

The U.S. will play England at 2 p.m. ET on Friday in Qatar, with Weah's parents in the stands. His father, George Weah, was a star player in the '90s but never made it to the World Cup himself.

WEKU · Nov 25, 2022

‘Not just another World Cup game’: Why England must beware the ‘little brother grown up’ in USA rivalry

Interview: Alexi Lalas breaks down USA’s Thanksgiving mindset in something of a grudge match as the Three Lions face the Stars and Stripes and the second round of games reaches Group B in Qatar

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2022