Still uninspiring, but England avoid nightmare World Cup knockout scenario
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Judging overreactions to World Cup bracket: How far could USMNT go?
[ad_1] Jun 28, 2026, 06:42 AM ET Have you caught your breath yet? The group stage of the 2026 World Cup was packed with memorable…
Could an overworked Ronaldo hurt Portugal’s World Cup chances?
[ad_1] MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Cristiano Ronaldo could barely move more quickly than a shuffle at the end of Portugal’s 0-0 draw against Colombia on…
Dembélé hat trick vs. Norway confirms France are a World Cup favorite
[ad_1] Jun 26, 2026, 06:25 PM ET BOSTON — Ousmane Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick as France hammered home their status as World Cup…
World Cup: Grades for every eliminated team as they exit the tournament
[ad_1] Ryan O’HanlonJun 27, 2026, 09:28 AM ET Close Ryan O’Hanlon is a staff writer for ESPN.com. He’s also the author of “Net Gains: Inside…
Brazil have improved during the World Cup, but is it enough?
[ad_1] After his side beat Scotland 3-0 on Tuesday, Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti was more upbeat than he’s been since the World Cup started. “This…
Cape Verde’s World Cup success isn’t just for them — it’s for every soccer fan to enjoy
[ad_1] Bill ConnellyJun 27, 2026, 03:24 AM ET Close Bill Connelly is a writer for ESPN. He covers college football, soccer and tennis. He has…
World Cup Daily LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo’s new golden boots, Argentina rest Messi as final groups decided
[ad_1] Jun 27, 2026, 01:17 PM ET Here we are. It’s the final day of World Cup group stage games and Cristiano Ronaldo will be…
Not laughing now: How World Cup fans vindicated McKennie’s love of ranch
[ad_1] Sam BordenJun 27, 2026, 07:47 AM ET Close Sam Borden is a senior writer for ESPN.com. Multiple Authors IRVINE, Calif. — France and Argentina…
Cape Verde become smallest country to make World Cup knockouts
[ad_1] Jun 26, 2026, 10:07 PM ET Cape Verde’s dream journey at their first World Cup is not over yet. The island nation off the…