An increasingly diverse Spain squad is drawing in fans who had once seen it as a symbol of their country, but not necessarily of them.
Tag: Soccer
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Arab Fans are Confronting Israeli Media at Qatar’s World Cup
When Qatar granted access to Israeli soccer fans and media despite an absence of diplomatic ties, some saw it as another sign of warming ties with the Arab world. Instead, some of the Israelis got a chilly reception.
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Messi’s Score Sets Tone for Argentina in World Cup Win
Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.
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As the World Focuses on Soccer, a Women’s Team in Exile Aches to Play
The Afghan women’s national team fled to Australia when the Taliban took over. FIFA, yielding to Afghanistan’s soccer federation, no longer recognizes the team.