Many countries competing in the Africa Cup of Nations are enduring security, economic and political crises, but the tournament offers visions of unity, solidarity and joy.
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Africa Cup of Nations: Soccer Tournament Offers Joy Amid Coups and Covid
Many countries competing in the Africa Cup of Nations are enduring security, economic and political crises, but the tournament has brought delight and solidarity.
French Soccer Wrestles Surge in Stadium Violence
The return of supporters to stadiums in France has been accompanied by a series of games postponed or marred by trouble in the stands.
Portugal Soccer Match Abandoned After Covid Reduces Team to 9
Players from the Belenenses team criticized sporting officials for demanding the match go on, saying soccer had “lost its heart.”
Do Sports Still Need China?
Global outrage, broken contracts and shifting politics could change the calculus for leagues and teams that once raced to do business in China.
Canada Keeps World Cup Dream Alive in Qualifying Match
The Canadian men’s team, which has not been in the World Cup since 1986, is now leading the regional qualifying competition.
Who Does Afghanistan’s Soccer Team Represent Now?
Afghanistan’s national soccer team played a rare match this week. But what, and whom, does the team represent?
P.S.G.’s Aminata Diallo Arrested After Teammate Is Attacked
A Paris St.-Germain women’s player was taken into custody by French investigators looking into a violent assault on a teammate who shares her position.
Former FIFA Officials Face Fraud Charges Over Secret Payment
Sepp Blatter is accused of breaking Swiss law in approving a $2 million payment from soccer’s governing body to a onetime ally, Michel Platini.
Yasir al-Rumayyan Missing From Saudi Arabia’s Investment Conference
The unexplained absence of Yasir al-Rumayyan, who oversees the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, has highlighted concerns about a lack of transparency.