United States coach Jurgen Klinsmann says his team's attack will be the best form of defense when his underdogs tackle Belgium on Tuesday for a place in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Costa Rica awoke in a euphoric daze Monday after its beloved national men's football team, known as "La Sele," became one of the eight best squads in the world after defeating Greece in a World Cup penalty shootout on Sunday afternoon.
It wasn't all good clean fun at the Fuente de la Hispanidad on San José's east side, where thousands of Costa Ricans gathered Sunday night to celebrate their national team's victory over Greece.
Initially, Perelstein expected to use photography to condemn the World Cup and FIFA’s presence in Brazil. But as they spent more time spent in the country, the tone of the project evolved.
Keylor Navas made the huge stop. Michael Umaña blasted in the all-important fifth penalty kick. And the incredible result set off a celebration throughout Costa Rica.
Costa Rica defender Michael Umaña (L) and goalkeeper Keylor Navas celebrate after defeating Greece on penalties at Pernambuco Arena in Recife on Sunday. After...
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – James Rodríguez knocked Luis Suárez out of the headlines with an exquisite goal as Colombia beat Uruguay 2-0 on Saturday to set up a World Cup quarter-final against hosts Brazil.