Russia Welcomes 2018 World Cup, Clamping Down On Dissent And Hooligans
Russian law enforcement has taken "preventative measures" and will work to prevent "bad ideas" from being put into action, officials say.
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World Cup 2018: How To Watch The Matches Online And On TV
The World Cup begins on June 14 and runs through July 15. So, how do you watch? Our story runs down the options, online and through broadcast.
Mexico, Canada And U.S. Win Bid To Host 2026 World Cup
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with New York Times sports reporter Tariq Panja about the results of the bid to host the 2026 FIFA world cup. A combined bid from the U.S., Canada and Mexico won the vote.
How Taking A Stand For Justice Can Threaten The Careers Of Black Athletes
Journalist Howard Bryant discusses the history of social protest among African-American athletes. His new book, The Heritage, traces the tradition back to Jackie Robinson, Muhammad Ali and others.
U.S., Mexico And Canada Win Bid To Host 2026 World Cup
The united bid was selected over a competing bid from Morocco, in a vote among some 203 FIFA members that was held in Moscow.
Sports Betting Starts In New Jersey After A Decade Of Legal Battles
Sports betting has gone back and forth in court for a decade in New Jersey, the state central in the case before the U.S. Supreme Court last month. This week the governor signed a bill legalizing it.
Host Country Russia Is Excited For World Cup Action To Begin
After the Sochi Olympics, President Putin basks in another world sporting event: Soccer's World Cup starts on Thursday. Moscow is sparkling after a multi-billion dollar makeover.
Why Americans Should Watch This Year's World Cup Even Though The U.S. Won't Be In It
The U.S. men's soccer team won't be playing in the 2018 World Cup, but there are still plenty of other teams to watch.
After A High School Baseball Game, A Hug Goes Viral
They were competing to enter the state championship in Minnesota. But when one student pitcher struck out his childhood friend, he embraced him instead of celebrating his victory.