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England faces Mexico at 'monster' stadium where El Tri has yet to concede a goal at this World Cup
Carlos RodrÍguez, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 7:40 p.m. | Save Story
in what is arguably the most important match in Mexican soccer history.
Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
Kylian Mbappé of France scored his 19th career World Cup goal, finding the net on a penalty kick in the Round of 16 against Paraguay on Saturday and moving within one of record holder Lionel Messi of Argentina.
Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 6:42 p.m. | Save Story
when Paraguay tried to bait him and his French teammates into fouls and provoke fights, as hot heads became a recurring theme during one of the steamiest World Cup games on record.
The Utah Royals are back Sunday. Here's what you missed during the NWSL break
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 4 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Royals will look to build on their franchise-record 7-2-3 start to the season and a 10-match unbeaten streak beginning Sunday on the road against the 3-9 Chicago Stars (3 p.m. MT, CBS Sports Network).
Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 6:22 p.m. | Save Story
Morocco is heading back to the World Cup quarterfinals and coach Mohamed Ouahbi believes his team has established itself among soccer's elite.
One Extraordinary Photo: A stadium lit up by smartphones
Reed Hoffmann, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 3:05 p.m. | Save Story
Reed Hoffmann has been a freelance photographer for The Associated Press for more than a quarter of a century. Before moving to the Kansas City area, he was a newspaper photographer for more than 20 years. He covers breaking news in addition to various sporting events for the AP.
Conquered heroes: For Cape Verde, a World Cup run means many things will change
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Posted July 4 - 2:08 p.m. | Save Story
Cape Verde's World Cup team walked into its Miami hotel after getting eliminated from the tournament, almost in disbelief at the scene in the lobby.
Egypt's coach waved Palestinian flag after winning World Cup game
Samy Magdy, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 1:03 p.m. | Save Story
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch after his team's victory over Australia in the World Cup. He dedicated the win to both Egyptians and Palestinians, saying his heart is with them. Egypt won its debut in the elimination round Friday by beating Australia on penalty kicks after a draw. A video of Hassan holding the flag goes viral, with people chanting "free Palestine." The act comes amid global pro-Palestinian protests following the war in Gaza. It's unclear if FIFA will take action, as it has previously restricted political statements on the pitch.
Home field advantage has been a big part of World Cup history. Now Mexico hosts England
Noah Trister, Associated Press | Posted July 4 - 12:07 p.m. | Save Story
This weekend, England faces the ultimate road game at this World Cup.
FIFPro union says players at World Cup need more protection from racist abuse
The Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 9:35 a.m. | Save Story
The FIFPRO players union said on Saturday that more must be done to protect footballers from racist abuse at the World Cup being held in North America.
Lionel Messi scores 20th World Cup goal, extends streak to 8 games and takes Golden Boot lead
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated July 4 - 2:28 a.m. | Save Story
Lionel Messi's goal-scoring streak lived on, and he made it look easy.
Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 11:04 p.m. | Save Story
The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.
Egypt wins in World Cup knockout round debut with 4-2 penalty shootout edge over Australia
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 10:11 p.m. | Save Story
the star striker can say he was the captain for the country's first victory in the knockout round.
Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink
Tim Reynolds, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
All that Vozinha wanted out of this World Cup was for his mother to see him play.
Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller, advancing to World Cup Round of 16
Alanis Thames, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 8:24 p.m. | Save Story
Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. His Argentina teammates did the same.
Start time for Mexico's game against England at the World Cup unchanged despite weather concerns
Carlos Rodriguez And James Robson, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 6:20 p.m. | Save Story
The World Cup match between Mexico and England on Sunday will remain at the original scheduled time despite concerns about a potential afternoon thunderstorm.
US striker Folarin Balogun says a yellow card, not red card, would have been 'fair' at the World Cup
Andrew Destin, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 4:18 p.m. | Save Story
United States forward Folarin Balogun said Friday he respectfully disagrees with his red card in the Americans' 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup.
This high-tech ball was involved in one of the most dramatic moments in World Cup history
James Robson, Associated Press | Posted July 3 - 11:27 a.m. | Save Story
It is called connected ball technology. And it was responsible for one of the most dramatic climaxes to a World Cup match ever.
US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Updated July 3 - 11:16 a.m. | Save Story
The United States has World Cup fever.
