Ronaldo, World Cup and Portugal
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As Brazil march into the round of 16, the inseparable connection between the Selecao’s iconic style of play and the rhythm of samba continues to take center stage
DR Congo's players perform the fimbu dance as they celebrate Yoane Wissa's goal against Uzbekistan Wang Kaiyan/Xinhua via Getty Images Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app. Rewatching Yoane Wissa’s equalizer ...
Those who love to dance have a new, easy-to-learn, hip-shaking routine to master, courtesy of Shakira and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Eloy Room made 15 saves in Curaçao’s scoreless World Cup draw against Ecuador. Curaçao became the smallest nation ever to record a World Cup point with the draw. King Willem‑Alexander and Queen Máxima danced with Curaçao players after the match.
