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FIFA Probes 3 Russian Players Over Suspected Doping Violations

The players, two of whom are men and the other a woman, do not play on the Russian national teams.

Russia Bribed FIFA to Host World Cup, U.S. Says

FIFA officials received millions of dollars to vote for Russia to host the 2018 World Cup, the U.S. Justice Department said.

Leaked Emails Claim to Show Russia’s FIFA World Cup Bribery Scheme

The emails reportedly contained instructions on bribing football officials to improve Russia's bid for hosting the World Cup.

Record Audience Watched 'Best World Cup Ever' in Russia, FIFA Says

FIFA said more than half of the global population aged four and over watched some part of the official coverage.

Kokoshniki Are Russia’s Latest Inside Joke

The traditional headdresses became a hit after a Russian family wearing them and munching on hot dogs became a widespread meme.

Conspiracy Theories Make the World Cup Go Round

The World Cup has been fodder for conspiracy theorists with Putin at their center.

Vox Pop: Following Loss to Croatia, Russia Fans Look On The Bright Side

We went to the Vorobyovy Gory fan zone to ask locals how they were feeling after the national team’s defeat.

Bank Ad Jinxes the Russia Team

The Mir payment system reportedly jumped the gun to congratulate Russia for winning against Croatia.

Russian Fans Watch Their Defeat Against Croatia, in Pictures

Russians across the country were on the edge of their seats the entire night

World Cup Hosts Russia Disappointed but Exit With Pride

The hosts came into the tournament as the lowest-ranked team but have defied expectations

Kadyrov Couldn't Win Over Mo Salah, or Egypt (Op-ed)

The Pharaohs are used to strongmen seeking to profit from their glory.

Artyom Dzyuba: Russian Football's Prodigal Son

Conflicts with the head coach and a goalless streak almost sidelined Russia’s star striker.

Without a Team, Chinese Fans Still Flock to Russia's World Cup

China is second place behind Russia in the number of football fans attending matches, and many of those fans are also shelling out.

Sweden Ends Russia World Cup Boycott Amid Team Success

Swedish politicians will attend their national team’s match on Tuesday in St. Petersburg

After Huge Party From Shock Win, Moscow Cleans Its Streets

Monday morning cleanup crews tackled a mountain of trash.

Russians Celebrate Victory Against Spain, In Photos

With a historic win, Russia will enter the quarterfinals of the World Cup for the first time since 1970.

Russia Reaches World Cup Quarterfinals With 4-3 Penalty Victory Over Spain

Hosts Russia reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup.

Blatter Raves About Russia World Cup

FIFA’s disgraced ex-president was all praises for Russia’s World Cup.

Life-Size Chocolate Messi Hits the Field

Messi, as 60 kg of chocolate.

Russia Gets Wake-Up Call From 0-3 Uruguay Loss

Russia's stinging defeat leads to much-needed reflection.

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