Jonathan Clegg

Jonathan Clegg, Joshua Robinson ATLANTA—England may not have won the World Cup for 60 years, but there can be no doubt that English soccer has become the most powerful force in the game.

Jonathan Clegg, Joshua Robinson When we decided to wade into one of the most heated debates in sports by declaring England vs.

England vs. Argentina may be the most explosive game of this World Cup. But Wall Street Journal readers ranked this grudge match far behind some of the famous feuds of U.S. sports.

Jonathan Clegg, Joshua Robinson ATLANTA—In its 60 year quest to return to the summit of the sport it invented, England has endured all manner of agonizing defeats and crushing heartbreak.

The Three Lions were five minutes from a first final appearance in 60 years, until the defending champions produced a two-goal sucker punch to rescue a 2-1 win

The Three Lions were five minutes from a first final appearance in 60 years, until the defending champions produced a two-goal sucker punch to rescue a 2-1 win

Lionel Messi’s team has won each of its knockout-round matches with goals scored after the 90th minute. And now, following another late show against England, it’s heading to a second straight final.

Jonathan Clegg, Joshua Robinson ATLANTA—The clock ticked into the last 20 minutes and Argentina was still trailing in its World Cup semifinal against England.

Despite political drama and a disappointing end to the U.S. team’s run, the 2026 World Cup proved to be an eye-opening affirmation of American soft power.

Jonathan Clegg, Joshua Robinson By the time Spain or Argentina lifts the World Cup trophy on Sunday, the U.S. men's national team will have been out of the tournament for 13 days.