by Roger Barkley | Jul 13, 2026
In each of the two epic quarterfinals we witnessed on Saturday — England’s extra-time win over Norway, Argentina’s extra-time victory against Switzerland — there were long stretches where the underdog seemed destined to pull off the upsets and advance to this week’s...
by Roger Barkley | Jul 13, 2026
France will aim for its third straight World Cup final appearance as Les Bleus take on Spain in Tuesday’s semifinal match in Dallas. France defeated Morocco in the quarterfinals while defending European champions Spain took out Belgium for its spot among the...
by Roger Barkley | Jul 12, 2026
MIAMI STADIUM — For England fans, this is always the year. Whether it’s a World Cup or a European Championship, they believe in their heart of hearts that their country, the one that invented this sport and then exported it to all the rest, will finally,...
by Roger Barkley | Jul 12, 2026
Another knockout game, another 120 minutes, another survival. Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City on Saturday night, and the scoreline is lying to you — this was agony until the 112th minute, when Julián Álvarez decided to end it himself in stunning fashion....
