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Ghana Is Rationing Electricity For Tonight's World Cup Match
Before you're tempted to call the U.S. a bunch of scrappy underdogs, remember that America isn't the country asking industry to go dark and buying extra power from a neighboring country, all to make sure the nation's TVs stay working for the World Cup....
Is Fabian Johnson Poised For A Breakout World Cup?
For all of the uncertainty around a U.S. back line that has little World Cup experience and a lack of continuity, there's one player seemingly no one is worried about: Fabian Johnson....
Cristiano Ronaldo's Crying Face, In Extreme Slow Motion
We waited four years for important moments like this, so we're extending it as long as possible....
What Are Other Countries Saying About The World Cup?
The U.S. recently produced the worst piece of soccer coverage of all time, but how are other countries reacting to the World Cup? ...
Portugal's Pepe Gets Red Card For This Ridiculously Stupid Headbutt
Goddammit, Pepe....
Your Germany-Portugal Open Thread
The first match of the day has a couple heavyweights in Germany vs. Portugal. Let's talk about what would be the best outcome for the USMNT and try to predict Ronaldo's exact excuse should he fail to score in the discussion section below....
The View From Inside A São Paulo World Cup Protest
SÃO PAULO—During the lead-in to the World Cup, thousands of Brazilians took to the streets to protest a range of social ills highlighted—and exacerbated—by the arrival of Swiss distressed debt shop FIFA. Protesters wanted better health care and education, higher wages, lower transit costs. They want...
Germany vs. Portugal: Live Online Streaming Links
Here's your links for streaming this afternoon's first match, Germany vs Portugal:...
Germany Still Have Plenty Of Kinks To Work Out. Does It Even Matter?
Germany came within a Rasmus Elm stoppage time equalizer of qualifying for the World Cup with a perfect record. When an off day looks like a 4-4 draw against Sweden you know you're dealing with a serious World Cup title contender. ...
The Skullet Is A Universal Language
Send stories, photos, and anything else you might have to [email protected]....
In Defense Of Pitbull
Spectacle begets spectacle, and the 2014 World Cup kicked off with a doozy, via a live performance of the song we'll hear thousands of times before it's all through: "We Are One (Ole Ola)," Pitbull's official FIFA anthem, costarring Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian pop star Claudia Leitté....
This Photo Says Everything About Messi
Five Bosnia and Herzegovina defenders (two on the ground after having collided with one another in pursuit) and a keeper, all helpless, and not another Argentina shirt in sight. Put this photo in a museum:...
World Cup Goals, As Called By Local Announcers: June 15
Here's your daily highlight reel of goals as called by announcers from the countries that scored them. GOL!!!...
The Hottest Take: If You Like Soccer, You May Be A Terrorist
Mamma mia, this is one spicy take....
Your Argentina-Bosnia-Herzegovina Open Thread
Here it is, your place to talk Argentina-Bosnia-Herzegovina. Everyone's been scoring for fun so far this tournament, let's see what the world's best attack can do....
France Score Thanks To First Important Use Of Goal-Line Technology
France made quick work of Honduras today, mostly thanks to a first half foul in the box that resulted in a French penalty and a second yellow for Honduras's Wilson Palacios. The game was put out of reach in the 48th minute when Karim Benzema's shot caromed off the post, deflected off the goalkeeper'...
Your France-Honduras Open Thread
Next up: France try not to blow it against an Honduras team that isn't afraid of anyone. Anything could happen, and you can talk about it here....
Swiss Steal A Victory With Goal In The Final Seconds Of Extra Time
Just when it looked like Switzerland and Ecuador were content to see off a fairly boring, poorly played draw, the Swiss rode a barnstorming counter in literally the last few seconds of the match to win 2-1....
Your Switzerland-Ecuador Open Thread
We've gone eight for eight in exciting matches so far, let's see if Switzerland and Ecuador can keep the streak going. Let's talk about it in the discussion section below....