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Draw for 2026 World Cup Kind to Favorites as Trump Takes Center Stage

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Holders Argentina and leading contenders Spain were handed kind draws for the 2026 World Cup in a star-studded ceremony on Friday which saw US...
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Expanded 2026 World Cup Draw Brings New Faces and Big Risks

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The countdown to the 2026 World Cup, the biggest in football history, begins this Friday with the draw ceremony in Washington, with Donald Trump...
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Costa Rica Joins Forces in Bid to Host 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup

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Costa Rica has stepped into the global spotlight with a joint bid to co-host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup alongside the United States,...
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Messi’s Inter Miami will play its first MLS final against Müller’s Whitecaps

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On a magical night in front of their fans, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami thrashed New York City 5–1 on Saturday and advanced to the...
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Miguel Herrera Opens Up on Costa Rica’s Heartbreaking World Cup Miss

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Mexican coach Miguel Herrera returned home after a tough stint with the Costa Rican national team, sharing his raw thoughts on the squad's inability...
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Miami eyes first MLS final with Messi in unstoppable form

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Inter Miami is within reach of its first MLS final in Saturday’s clash against New York City, a game it enters as favorite thanks...
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Costa Rica Eliminated from 2026 World Cup After Honduras Draw

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Costa Rica's national team drew 0-0 with Honduras in their final Concacaf qualifier match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sealing elimination for both...
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Costa Rica Joins US-Led Bid for 2031 Women’s Soccer World Cup

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The United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have teamed up to bid for hosting the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup. This marks the...
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Costa Rica Sunday Soccer Matches Unite Barrios in Weekly Fútbol Ritual

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La cancha, el césped, the pitch — call it what you want — the soccer field is the heart of many barrios and small...
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FIFA Rivals: New Cartoon-Style Soccer Game with Superhero Moves

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Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Mbappé become superheroes dodging rivals with "dreamlike" acrobatics: FIFA returns to the video game scene with a mix of...
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Costa Rica’s Cartago Train Is Back and It Matters More Than You Might Think

For tens of thousands of commuters who depend on the train between San José and Cartago, this Monday brought welcome news. The Costa Rican...
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Costa Rica’s Women’s U-20 Side Faces Canada Today in World Cup Warmup

Costa Rica’s U-20 women’s national team returns to the field this afternoon for the first of two friendlies against Canada, using the matches as...
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Costa Rica Weather This Week Brings Wind Sun and Late Day Storms

Those heading to Costa Rica this week should expect a familiar April split. The week of April 13 to 19 is starting with strong...
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Costa Rican Spending on International Travel Hits New All Time High

Costa Ricans spent a record $2.127 billion on trips abroad in 2025, the first-time outbound travel spending has crossed the $2 billion mark. The...
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