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Dentist from Brazil is now the person who has gone to the most World Cups

6:43am December 20, 2022

Daniel Sbruzzi, 75, has gone to 11 World Cups, according to Guinness World Records. He wears women's outfits to Brazil's games for good luck, but in Qatar he had to respect the local dress code.

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Lionel Messi's legacy solidified in Argentina after taking home the World Cup

4:42pm December 19, 2022

by Jasmine Garsd

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with The Last Cup host Jasmine Garsd about superstar soccer player Lionel Messi's legacy in Argentina.

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Argentines around the world celebrate the country's World Cup victory

4:42pm December 19, 2022

Argentines around the world share what Argentina's victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup means to them.

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Forsyth Tech may add intercollegiate sports

4:16pm December 19, 2022

by Paul Garber

Forsyth Technical Community College is exploring the possibility of starting an athletics program as a potential way to boost a sense of belonging for students.

Argentina's Lionel Messi sits on Sergio 'Kun' Aguero's shoulders as their team celebrates their victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final on Sunday, Dec. 18, at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail City, Qatar.

Photos: Argentina beats France on penalty kicks to win the 2022 World Cup

1:02pm December 19, 2022

by Maansi Srivastava

Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory over France in the World Cup finals on Sunday, Dec. 18. See photos from the close match and fans' reactions to the game's outcome.

Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team's third goal during the FIFA World Cup Final match between Argentina and France on December 18, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar.

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The moments that captured our attention at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

8:21am December 19, 2022

The monthlong tournament in Qatar was filled with excitement, surprise and controversy. Argentina's victory in the final — which gave Lionel Messi his first title — cemented it as one of the best.

Morning news brief

7:39am December 19, 2022

The Jan. 6 panel wraps up its probe into the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Argentina wins its first World Cup in 36 years. The Biden administration announces a shift in strategy to fight homelessness.

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Argentina's Lionel Messi has been chasing a World Cup win for 16 years

7:19am December 19, 2022

Argentina's World Cup win on Sunday was especially meaningful for star Lionel Messi. Where does he rank now that he's joined legend Diego Maradona in Argentina's World Cup winner's circle?

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World Cup fans in Los Angeles turn out to celebrate Argentina's championship

7:19am December 19, 2022

Fans in Los Angeles went wild when Argentina won the men's World Cup after an eventful final match against France. It was Argentina's first world championship since 1986.

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Argentina celebrates its first World Cup title in 36 years

5:06am December 19, 2022

by Carrie Kahn

People across Argentina are celebrating Sunday's win over France. It is the first trophy for team captain Lionel Messi, who was likely playing his last World Cup match.