For US Soccer, hiring Mauricio Pochettino was a coup. Bringing him back would be indefensible.

For landing USA men’s World Cup coach Mauricio Pochettino and his women’s national team counterpart Emma Hayes, the U.S. Soccer Federation’s leadership deserves enduring credit. Both programs were rudderless after respective unprecedented setbacks at the 2024 Copa América and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Both needed a refresh.  In response, USSF president Cindy Parlow Cone … Read more

Jude Bellingham Joins Elite Club With World Cup Knockout Stage Brace At Azteca

It’s not déjà vu; lightning has struck twice in Mexico City, and not just because of the ongoing storms in the area. In England’s round of 16 match against Mexico at Mexico City Stadium on Sunday, Jude Bellingham scored two goals in two minutes, making him the first player to score two goals at the … Read more

Germany Coach Julian Nagelsmann Has Crisis Meeting After Fast World Cup Exit

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann met with his bosses to answer questions about his team’s disappointing World Cup performance at a special crisis meeting at the headquarters of the German soccer federation on Thursday. Nagelsmann is in the firing line, and his future is uncertain after Germany’s loss to Paraguay on penalties in the country’s round … Read more

FIFA Explains Tightened Rules After Controversial Disallowed Goal Knocks Germany Out

FIFA explained Tuesday the tighter regulations that resulted in Germany having a potentially game-winning goal disallowed in its shock elimination from the World Cup. Defender Jonathan Tah’s headed goal in extra time against Paraguay on Monday was ruled out after a video review because of a foul on goalkeeper Orlando Gill. Replays showed Germany’s Waldemar … Read more

Who Is Paraguay’s Next World Cup Opponent? Paraguay’s Path To The Final

The first 2026 FIFA World Cup match to go to extra time and penalty kicks absolutely delivered, with Paraguay coming out on top with an upset win over Germany. Paraguay’s victory marked one of the biggest upsets in the history of the knockout stage at the FIFA World Cup. Paraguay was ranked 41st in the … Read more

How to Watch Germany vs. Paraguay: TV Channel, Live Stream, Live

Germany and Paraguay meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET from Boston Stadium. Germany topped Group E with a 2-1-0 record, beating Curacao 7-1 in their opener and Ivory Coast 2-1 in their second match before falling to Ecuador 1-2 in their … Read more

Germany vs. Paraguay Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match

All 72 group stage matches are complete, and we are officially on to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  Germany will face Paraguay in a Round of 32 showdown on June 29, 2026, at Boston Stadium on FOX.  Germany is in the knockout stage for the first time since winning the … Read more

Brazil, Germany, Netherlands Ready For A Supercharged Round Of 32 Slate

Monday will be a full slate of knockout games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with heavyweights Brazil, Germany and Netherlands all looking to take big steps to the final.  The day opens in Houston when five-time champion Brazil takes on a Japan team that performed well in the group stages and which also won … Read more

Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica’s World Cup Best Bets Today — Match Day 19

“Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making. We only got one game on Sunday to open the knockout stage, but come Monday, we’re getting spoiled.  Here’s how I’m wagering on Match Day 19, with three Round-of-32 games on tap. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting … Read more

World Cup Round Of 32 Predictions: One Thing To Watch For Every Team

Alright, familia. Clear your calendars, stock up the fridge and get ready for the World Cup’s newly formatted Round of 32!   I am particularly excited about these matches because this is a brand new, expanded round – meaning that the thrill of knockout, win-or-go home football will come in 16 matches. The chances of dramatic … Read more