Flash back to 2000. Fresh off a 3-0 defeat to Portugal and only 1 point in the group stage, Germany were left reeling only 4 years after winning the competition. Immediately questions were asked about how and why this could happen. Answers soon came, and they came in the form of a radically overhauled youth […]

Salvador has played host to some of the tournament’s most exciting games, so a lot was expected before the meeting of these European neighbors and it didn’t disappoint particularly if you were of a French disposition. France dominated the early proceedings with Benzema shooting narrowly wide on five minutes. After a brief lull, France took […]

Honduras and Ecuador feature in the final game of the day in the World Cup action. Kickoff is 6pm ET/3pm PT. Where to watch – This is where viewers from USA can catch the game – • English language: ESPN and WatchESPN • Spanish language: Univision, Univision Deportes Network and Univision online • Portuguese language: ESPN Deportes Referee […]

The 2014 World Cup has been incredible, with several stand-out performances and over 70 goals to date. We've seen shock teams such as Costa Rica excel and powerhouses like Spain and England go crashing out. It seems like every game is a must-see, making choosing a favorite increasingly difficult. With 32 teams to choose from, […]

The United States Men's National Team knows that any kind of positive result against Portugal this Sunday will put them in the driving seat for qualification. Now, they also know who their referee will be. Today FIFA announced the referee designations for the three World Cup matches this Sunday, including the crunch match between Portugal […]

It was supposed to be an easy match for Italy. The match that would have sent the Azzurri straight into the last 16 of the World Cup. In the end, Costa Rica surprisingly qualified to the Round of 16 and, as a result, sent England out of the World Cup. The Central Americans eventually won […]

Twenty four years ago on this day, Costa Rica beat Scotland to advance to the Round of 16 at Italia ’90. Fittingly, on the same June 20th on the calendar, Costa Rica produced another historic scalp. Costa Rica, a team with players mainly based in Scandinavia and the domestic league, has produced something amazing that […]

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France and Switzerland will both be in confident mood going into this game. The match kicks off at 3 PM EST/12 PM PST. Where to watch – This is where viewers from USA can catch the game – English language: ESPN and WatchESPN Spanish language: Univision, Univision Deportes Network and Univision online Portuguese language: ESPN Deportes Referee – […]

It’s over too soon for England. A 2-1 loss to Uruguay in Sao Paolo coupled with a shock Costa Rica win against Italy means that England are out of the World Cup before they've even played their third and final game. Against Uruguay, England battled – again – and were letdown – again – by […]

In a first half where Costa Rica outplayed Italy, the Ticos took a deserved 1-0 victory before half-time with a beautifully taken header by Bryan Ruiz that hit the crossbar, bounced over the line and back out on to the field of play. In real time, it was inconclusive whether the ball crossed the line […]

Fresh off scoring a brace for Uruguay to defeat England 2-1 yesterday, transfer rumors are intensifying that Barcelona want to sign Liverpool striker Luis Suarez. The 27-year-old received a new deal from Liverpool last season but as we've learned from being soccer fans, contracts don't mean much if enough money is presented. The release clause […]

Chile was all smiles and fulfilled their potential when they defeated Spain 2-0 at the Estadio Maracanã on Wednesday. For them it was a reconfirmation of the potential that the team had individually as well as collectively. Many looked at Chile as a team always playing on the edge. Their frenetic pressure in all sectors, […]

Italy face off against Costa Rica in a tie that could virtually seal the fate of Group D. Where to watch – Viewers in USA can catch the game at 12 PM EST/9 AM PST at – English language: ESPN and WatchESPN Spanish language: Univision, Univision Deportes Network and Univision online Portuguese language: ESPN Deportes Referee – Enrique […]

After being let go by Manchester City and becoming a hot commodity on the free market, defender Joleon Lescott signs a two-year deal with West Bromwich Albion. The 31-year-old is the first signing for manager Alan Irvine who just signed a 12-month contract last week. The Baggies were three points from being relegated and acquiring […]