US soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iran flag at World Cup

The U.S. soccer federation briefly displayed Iran’s national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic, saying the move supports protesters in Iran ahead of the two nations’ World Cup match Tuesday. Iran’s government reacted by accusing America of removing the name of God from their national flag.

France reaches knockout stage of World Cup

France saw a big World Cup win Saturday, becoming the first defending champions to reach the round of 16 since 2006.

USA vs. England could change world's perception of American soccer

With one tournament match under their belt, the U.S. heads into a tough matchup against England with a lot on the line.

Who should USA fans root for in Iran vs. Wales?

A Wales win, an Iran win, or a tie, all have a very different set of realities for the Americans, and there are very good reasons why there is a distinct pecking order of favorable results.

World Cup Thursday guide: Ronaldo, Neymar hit the pitch

Two of the best players in soccer are back in World Cup competition Thursday. Cristiano Ronaldo made history, while Neymar is up next in Qatar.

Ronaldo becomes 1st male player to score at 5 World Cups

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first male player to score at five World Cups with a goal for Portugal against Ghana on Thursday.

Could sale of Manchester United impact American football? Buccaneers fans await answers from Glazers

As the world watches the FIFA World Cup games, the Tampa-based family that owns the Buccaneers, the Glazers, are now considering the sale of thier larger football asset: Manchester United.

World Cup Wednesday: Japan gets 2 late goals to beat Germany; young Spain squad dominates

Japan beat Germany in the first competitive meeting between the two nations. There were no goals between Morocco and Croatia, but plenty -- all on one side -- when Spain met Costa Rica.

St. Petersburg hosts massive FIFA World Cup watch party series for USA men’s soccer team

The United States men’s soccer team made its first World Cup appearance since 2014 in Qatar on Monday, facing off against Wales. In St. Petersburg, hundreds of fans gathered at Williams Park to support the team.

World Cup 2022: USA-Wales ends in 1-1 draw

Gareth Bale converted a penalty kick in the 82nd minute to offset Tim Weah’s first-half goal and give Wales a 1-1 draw Monday in the return to the World Cup for both nations.

World Cup fans 'will survive' without beer, FIFA head says

When Qatar made its pitch to host the tournament, the country agreed to FIFA’s requirements of selling alcohol in stadiums.

Qatar bans alcohol sales at World Cup stadiums in about-face

The decision comes only two days before games start in Qatar and raised questions about how much control FIFA retains over its tournament.