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Australian World Cup Fans Drank a Russian City Dry
Several bartenders in Kazan reported that their stocks were completely emptied by the end of their nights.
How Denmark's '86 World Cup Shirt Became a Cult Classic
The rare collector's item is still selling for over £300.
Burger King Sorry it Offered Whoppers to Russian Women Impregnated by Soccer Stars
An ad campaign in Russia offered a lifetime supply of Whoppers (and cash!) to any Russian woman who carried "the best football genes."
Ponder the Depths of the Universe with Japan's Frog Mascot at the World Cup
Japan's poet frog mascot is documenting his time in Russia supporting his country at the World Cup. It is out there.
Football Fans Told Us the Reasons They've Accidentally Missed Iconic Moments
"I missed Italy's winner against Germany in the 2006 World Cup semi-final because I was being wrestled."
Important World Cup Investigation: Do You Hear 'Zhirkov' or 'Jerkoff'?
A whole new audience is being introduced to the Russian national team player Yuri Zhirkov. And they can't stop giggling about it.
Iranian Women Fight for Right to be Soccer Fans at the World Cup
A group of nine fans have travelled to the World Cup to protest against the rules banning women from stadiums back home during each of Iran’s matches.
Russian Lawmaker Tells Citizens Not to Have Sex with World Cup Tourists
Tamara Pletnyova also doesn't want people having sex outside of their race. "We should give birth to our own children."
Diana Ross' Penalty Miss Is the Greatest Moment in the History of World Cup Opening Ceremonies
A perfect metaphor for America's relationship with the beautiful game.
A Deep Dive Into the England Squad-Suit Photo
Or: Are We Going to Win The World Cup? An Informed Prediction Based On Looking At The Players A Bit.
The Inside Story of Why the Entire Romania '98 Team Bleached Their Hair
How a team meeting, two games of football, toxic bleach and God conspired to make Romania's 1998 team one of the most iconic in World Cup history.
Here's Everyone You're Going to Watch the World Cup With
From fair-weather patriots and mansplainers to estranged friends and yer da, here are all the people you're going to hang out with during Russia 2018.