The World Cup - Page 103

June 22, 2018

FIFA backs American soccer ref who denies asking for Portugal player's jersey

The integrity of an American soccer referee working at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia was questioned Wednesday when a Moroccan player accused him of asking for an opposing player’s jersey after Morocco's 1-0 loss to Portugal.

June 22, 2018

World Cup fans reportedly causing beer shortage in Russia

Russia is reportedly running low on beer, as World Cup fans are drowning their sorrows and reveling in celebration with the foamy cold brews faster than the host country can replenish the supply.

June 21, 2018

Mexico's World Cup goal against Germany triggered seismic activity, officials say

Mexico's FIFA World Cup goal that led its team to an upset win over Germany on Sunday triggered so much excitement that it caused a spike in seismic activity, officials said.

June 21, 2018

'Migrating' bumps on woman's face discovered to be parasite

Tourists headed to the World Cup may want to pack an extra can of bug spray after one woman who recently traveled to a rural area outside of Moscow discovered random bumps on her face was actually a migrating worm, which she likely picked up from a mosquito bite.

June 21, 2018

Mexico star pleads with fans to stop chanting homophobic slur during World Cup games

Mexico’s star striker "Chicharito" has appealed to fans attending the World Cup to stop chanting homophobic slurs against their opponents.

June 20, 2018

Female World Cup reporter sexually assaulted during live broadcast

World Cup reporter Julieth Gonzalez was busy reporting on the World Cup arena in Russia when a man abruptly jumped into her shot and got handsy on live TV.

June 20, 2018

World Cup fans in Russia drinking beer supply faster than anticipated

“We just didn’t think they would only want beer,” said one waiter at an upscale eatery in Moscow.

June 20, 2018

Burger King Russia apologizes for World Cup promotion offering Whoppers, money to women impregnated by players

Burger King Russia is apologizing for a whopper of a blunder.

June 20, 2018

Japan and Senegal fans impress at World Cup after helping to clean up stadiums

Japanese and Senegalese fans impressed World Cup viewers after they were seen cleaning part of their respective stadiums following the countries' matches Tuesday.

June 20, 2018

British billionaire, host of 'The Apprentice' in UK sparks outrage with controversial tweet about Senegal soccer team

A British billionaire business magnate and the host of the UK’s version of The Apprentice has drawn fierce criticism for posting a picture of the Senegal soccer team with a caption perceived as racist.