Headlines from around the country swirled about how the lengthy US government shutdown left local municipalities without the necessary funds to prepare for millions of people coming to the US. https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/20/sport/world-cup-america-party
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Women’s World Cup 2023: All you need to know about England’s first opponents Haiti
The Lionesses’ first test will be against the side ranked 53rd in the world and Haiti will give their all in this World Cup in a show of defiance, resilience and celebration for their country and their team. https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/womens-world-cup-england-haiti-30474320
US women beat Jamaica 5-0 at the W Championship
MONTERREY, Mexico (AP) — Sophia Smith scored twice in the opening minutes and the U.S. women’s national team edged closer to a spot in the 2023 World Cup with a 5-0 victory over Jamaica on Thursday in the CONCACAF W Championship. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/2022/07/07/us-women-beat-jamaica-5-0-at-the-w-championship/50465347/
Way-too-early World Cup group predictions: Breaking down the draw for Qatar 2022
Friday’s draw for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar didn’t create a “Group of Death” to consternate over, but fans around the world will be treated to some top-quality matchups in the group stage. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/worldcup/2022/04/01/world-cup-draw-group-predictions-breakdown-qatar-2022/7246753001/
Ricardo Pepi sparks United States men’s national soccer team’s win over Honduras in World Cup qualifier
More than once, U.S. men’s coach Gregg Berhalter was asked if he’d have any hesitation in putting 18-year-old Ricardo Pepi on the field when there was so much at stake. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/2021/09/08/ricardo-pepi-antonee-robinson-spark-usmnt-win-over-honduras/5781144001/