12 tidbits to know before the 23rd World Cup, plus what to call all 48 teams

Want to impress your friends at the World Cup watch party? Tell ’em six hosts have won the title, and the last one to do it ...

Devastation and disbelief: This is what it is like when injury ends a player’s World Cup dream

Hugo Ekitike, Rodrygo and Estevao are among those who will miss out this time. We speak to players who have been through the ...
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Meet the World Cup Freemasons: 'We are a group based on trust. Profiteering is not allowed'

The 42 speaks to some of the fans from around the globe who are in football’s most coveted circle.

World Cup 'worst moment' and looking after Ally McCoist - Dougie Donnelly's memories from presenting at greatest show on earth

Legend of Scottish broadcasting - who turns 73 today - looks back as Scotland celebrate returning to the big stage.
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How a Headbutt Altered the Course of the 2006 World Cup Final—and Zinedine Zidane’s Career

The repercussions of the 2006 FIFA World Cup final between France and Italy were felt long after the July match after ...