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World Cup Crib Notes: Day 11

Although Belgium vs. Russia features slightly higher-rated teams, we’ll be watching the U.S. play Portugal. It projects to be a closer match — at least according to ESPN’s Soccer Power Index (SPI). Belgium vs. Russia: 12 p.m. EDT South Korea vs. Algeria: 3 p.m. EDT U.S. vs. Portugal: 6 p.m. EDT IN BRIEF See our World Cup […]

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World Cup Crib Notes: Day 11

Although Belgium vs. Russia features slightly higher-rated teams, we’ll be watching the U.S. play Portugal. It projects to be a closer match — at least according to ESPN’s Soccer Power Index (SPI). Belgium vs. Russia: 12 p.m. EDT South Korea vs. Algeria: 3 p.m. EDT U.S. vs. Portugal: 6 p.m. EDT IN BRIEF See our World Cup […]

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World Cup Crib Notes: Day 10

After thrashing Portugal 4-0 in its first game, Germany has seen its probability of winning the World Cup steadily rise, to 13.4 percent from 10.7 percent. That increase is more than any team’s since the tournament began, except the Netherlands’. The Germans face Ghana in the second game of the day. Argentina vs. Iran: 12 p.m. […]

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World Cup Crib Notes: Day 10

After thrashing Portugal 4-0 in its first game, Germany has seen its probability of winning the World Cup steadily rise, to 13.4 percent from 10.7 percent. That increase is more than any team’s since the tournament began, except the Netherlands’. The Germans face Ghana in the second game of the day. Argentina vs. Iran: 12 p.m. […]

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World Cup Crib Notes: Day 9

Friday’s France-Switzerland tilt represents a battle for first place in Group E, as both teams are tied with three points after winning their first matches. But though the winner will be in the driver’s seat for advancement, the stakes aren’t especially high for the loser either. Italy vs. Costa Rica: 12 p.m. EDT France vs. […]

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