Tag: 2018 FIFA World Cup
After virus scare, Spain ready to face Sweden at Euro 2020
SEVILLE, Spain — It was only a week ago that Spain received some bad news that could have jeopardized its participation in the European...
A year late, Italy and Turkey play opening game at Euro 2020
ROME — Somehow it seems appropriate that Italy, the first country in Europe that was overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, is hosting the opening...
Virus threat, Europe’s divisions hang over rescheduled Euros
A tournament intended to unify a continent could underscore divisions and uncertainties gripping Europe.
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Chiellini believes Italy can become a ‘contender’ again
ROME — A first-round exit from the 2010 World Cup. A lopsided loss to Spain in the 2012 European Championship final. The victim of...
Messi seeks to break spell with Argentina at Copa America
BUENOS AIRES — Nearly at the age of 34, Lionel Messi may just have two more shots at hitting an elusive target: winning a...
EURO 2020: Winners and losers in the new qualifying playoffs
GENEVA — Hello Hungary, goodbye Greece and sorry Serbia.
The new...
Spain again has to weather a storm before a major tournament
MADRID — For the third straight time, Spain’s preparations for a major soccer tournament have taken a hit just before it is set to...
Trinidad and Tobago eliminated in World Cup qualifying
The United States won't get to open World Cup qualifying against Trinidad and Tobago, the team that eliminated the Americans from reaching the 2018...
Trinidad and Tobago eliminated in World Cup qualifying
The United States won't get to open World Cup qualifying against Trinidad and Tobago, the team that eliminated the Americans from reaching the 2018...
Trinidad and Tobago eliminated in World Cup qualifying
The United States won't get to open World Cup qualifying against Trinidad and Tobago, the team that eliminated the Americans from reaching the 2018...