Onto the knockout round: 4 takeaways from the FIFA World Cup so far
The anxieties before the World Cup were many. But with the knockout round set to begin Sunday, it's fair to say: The North American World Cup has been a thrill.

Austria and Algeria played to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale.
The anxieties before the World Cup were many. But with the knockout round set to begin Sunday, it's fair to say: The North American World Cup has been a thrill.
Fiston Mayele was also on target in a dramatic second-half comeback as Congo joined Cape Verde as another surprise qualifier for the round of 32.
“I think sports is an amazing thing, and it has the effect of changing the psychology of the entire city,” the Pennsylvania governor and potential 2028 candidate said.
English revelers turned Manhattan into West Britain on Saturday, packing local pubs to celebrate a 2-0 World Cup victory over Panama.
It’s been more than two weeks since the World Cup started, and Leon Goretzka still is getting familiar with the landscape. A hilarious video emerged Saturday afternoon of Germany’s midfielder accidentally walking onto the wrong bus. Goretzka was spotted accidentally walking into the Ecuador team bus instead of the Germany team bus. As Goretzka entered...
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the World Cup as a much-changed Argentina strolled to victory3 min It’s like a home game for Argentina when they play in Dallas, and both players and fans are quickly into their work.1 min Jordan kick off from left to right as we watch. Continue reading...
Colombia's World Cup run has become a celebration of more than just its national team.