Spain

We Owe Argentina An Apology

Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain. Watching the press conference after, it's hard to call it a loss.

Jul 21 • Smayan Srikanth

The Baby Messi Bathed In 2007 Is Playing Him For The World Cup

A random charity raffle in 2007 just became the wildest subplot of the World Cup final.

Jul 16 • Smayan Srikanth

The Round of 16 Power Rankings Nobody Asked For (But Everyone Needs)

Sixteen teams are still alive heading into the knockouts. One team that isn't might be the real story of this World Cup.

Jul 4 • Smayan Srikanth

The World Cup Starts Today. You Don't Need to Know Soccer to Care.

A complete guide to the next 39 days. For the fan who's never watched a single minute of it

Jun 11 • Smayan Srikanth

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