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- by By Sophia CaiIran’s ambassador to Mexico praised the country’s national soccer team after its elimination from the FIFA World Cup, while also highlighting the controversial video review decisions that influenced the outcome of the tournament. In a lengthy statement to POLITICO, Ambassador Abolfazl Pasandideh argued that Iran battled not only its opponents but also “fatigue, injustice, and […]
- by By Adam WrenJosh Shapiro and Marco Rubio have got World Cup fever.
- by By Ali WalkerCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney celebrated his country's knockout victory over South Africa on Sunday afternoon, posting — in English and in French, of course — that the squad were, "True Canadian heroes," and adding, "What a game. What a team. What a country."
- by By Adam WrenGroups aligned with Sen. Susan Collins also spent large sums for visibility during U.S. matches — as campaigns and committees drop more than $700K.
- by By Catherine KimHyundai is using its FIFA sponsorship to sell the world on more than cars.
- by By POLITICO StaffStudy the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
- by By Sasha IssenbergTwo gay-rights pioneers walk into a World Cup bracket.
- by By Sasha IssenbergOne North American leader has made the tournament his own.
- by By Ry RivardLevel unlocked: Trump is coming to hand out the trophy on July 19.
- by By Liz Crampton and Erin DohertyWhile Republicans close ranks around MAGA, Democrats keep experimenting with a wide array of candidates.
- by By Sophia Cai and Sasha IssenbergThe team endured off-field hardship and on-field heartbreak.
- by By Ali WalkerColombia's World Cup run has become a celebration of more than just its national team.