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Cristiano Ronaldo Benched in Portugal’s World Cup Game Against Switzerland

After seething at Cristiano Ronaldo’s petulant reaction to being substituted against South Korea, Portugal’s coach, Fernando Santos, opted to sit…

Spain, fond of passing, bows out meekly when forced to shoot.

AL RAYYAN, Qatar — The noise had been building, rising from raucous to deafening and beyond, until it became something…

A Beer Run in Qatar, and an Oasis That Isn’t Open to All

At the only government-sanctioned store selling alcohol during the World Cup, strict rules keep it out of reach for most…

Black and Spanish: A National Team Starts to Reflect All of Its Nation

An increasingly diverse Spain squad is drawing in fans who had once seen it as a symbol of their country,…

Yankees General Manager Returns on Four-Year Contract

With Brian Cashman’s deal finally done, the team’s focus is now squarely on re-signing Aaron Judge.

U.C.L.A. Adds a Title to the ‘Conference of Champions.’ Will It Be Its Last?

The Bruins beat North Carolina in the women’s soccer final as officials are set to weigh in next week on…

Brazil dances its way into the quarterfinals.

DOHA, Qatar — Even the coach was dancing. Dressed in a dark suit as he stalked the grass in front…

Nike and Kyrie Irving Officially End Relationship

The sportswear giant suspended its partnership with the N.B.A. star last month, after he posted a link to an antisemitic…

Building a Hall of Fame Out of Non-Hall of Famers

Because the criteria for what makes a Hall of Famer has become confusing in recent years, it is worth comparing…

Mets Reload Rotation in a Big Way With Justin Verlander

Verlander, who won his third career Cy Young Award in 2022, will join the Mets on a two-year deal, effectively…

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