Portugal Ties U.S. On Late Varela Goal
Varela's goal on a diving header off Cristiano Ronaldo's cross on the game's last play gave Portugal a 2-2 tie Sunday on an exhausting night in the rainforest capital.
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Varela's goal on a diving header off Cristiano Ronaldo's cross on the game's last play gave Portugal a 2-2 tie Sunday on an exhausting night in the rainforest capital.
With Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugalstill has a chance to reach the second round at the World Cup. Without him, the advantage might just switch to the United States.
Lionel Messi scored a superb goal in stoppage time to give Argentina a 1-0 victory over Iran on Saturday and secure his team's place in the second round of the World Cup.
Mark Geiger worked the Group C opener between Colombia and Greece before refereeing Wednesday's Group B match between defending champion Spain and Chile.
John Brooks scored the game-winning goal with a header in the 86th minute. Here are five fun facts about this new American hero.
Cristiano Ronaldo again wore a brace on his left knee Friday as his Portugal team held its final World Cup training session before departing for a crucial game against the U.S.
The U.S. is catching World Cup fever. And indeed, America has had its share of memorable soccer moments. Let's count down the top 15 in USMNT history.
U.S. team spokesman Michael Kammarman did not reveal the severity of the injury but said the Americans were hopeful Jozy Altidore can return at some point during the tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo needed an ice pack for his troublesome left knee during the day's earlier training session, once again raising concerns about the world player of the year's fitness.
About 100 fans busted through a security checkpoint Wednesday, damaging the media room as they desperately ran around in an apparent attempt to get into the game.
Players hope to become the first American team to win consecutive World Cup games since a 2-0 start at the very first tournament in 1930.
Students at North Brunswick Township High School were eager to talk about Howard's success, especially the school's soccer players.
Is it the passion, the face paint or the elaborate costumes? Perhaps all three, but these "futbol fanatics" take cheering to an entirely new level. Here are the wildest, wackiest fans from the tournament's first weekend.
On Monday, the U.S. national team gave fans quite a show back home, where World Cup fever seems to finally be catching on.
The Dynamic Radio Duo got this Tuesday edition of the extravaganza underway by talking about the international appeal of the World Cup, after USA's thrilling 2-1 victory over Ghana.
Fans were bedecked in red, white and blue Monday evening, as the U.S. took on Ghana in the World Cup.
Ghana beat the Americans by identical 2-1 scores in the final group-stage game at Germany in 2006 and in the second round at South Africa four years ago.
Chances are you'll encounter plenty of soccer fans ahead of Monday's U.S.-Ghana match. But guess what? They're not real fans if they pooh-pooh the teams in their own backyard.
Lionel Messi scored a stunning second-half goal to push Argentina to a 2-1 victory over World Cup newcomer Bosnia-Herzegovina on Sunday night in the Group F opener for both teams in Rio de Janeiro Sunday.
The small Central American nation with a minor World Cup pedigree came from behind to shock 2010 semifinalist Uruguay 3-1. Then Mario Balotelli _ who else? _ scored the decider for Italy in a 2-1 win over England.
Robin van Persie and Arjen Robben both scored twice and defender Stefan de Vrij grabbed his first international goal in a humiliating defeat for a Spain team that has won its last three major tournaments.
The inaugural game had everything aficionados love — passion, drama, spectacle, goals and a refereeing controversy that immediately set fingers wagging on Twitter.
Brazil has won 15 of its last 16 games and heads into the World Cup as a favorite to win the title, but there's no easy opener at the sport's marquee event.
Some tried to block traffic leading to the stadium, but police repeatedly pushed them back, firing canisters of tear gas and using stun grenades.
"I think it's in respect. I grew up in this country. They gave me a lot. I have my first cap for the national team in Germany. I'm happy, too, that Joachim Loew gave me this chance."
The Mets snapped their 12-game losing streak Wednesday night, beating the Minnesota Twins 3-2.
D.C. United played the New York Red Bulls to a 4-4 tie on Wednesday night.
Kevin Denkey scored two goals for Cincinnati FC in a 4-4 tie with New York City FC on Wednesday night.
Boston has scored two runs or fewer in six of its last eight games, losing five.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
An out-of-service escalator at Jamaica Station in Queens is reviving complaints that date back years.
The head of a housing nonprofit in Harlem was arrested after residents complained over delayed repairs.
Scientists say New York's coastal waters are experiencing some of the most severe threats on record, and they're not just environmental.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Rutgers University police say a sexual assault happened in Parking Lot 26 on Bartlett Street just after 5 a.m. on Saturday.
The horse captured on incredible body-cam footage last week of an NYPD mounted officer chasing down a suspected purse snatcher was rescued from slaughter off a racetrack.
The pop-up JBJ Soul Kitchen at the Ocean County Library in Toms River, N.J. will shut down at the end of the month.
Scientists say New York's coastal waters are experiencing some of the most severe threats on record, and they're not just environmental.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
Rex Heuermann admitted in court earlier this month that he strangled all his victims to death, but his ex-wife Asa Ellerup heard his confession prior to his plea.
Decades after their theft, rare books worth millions were recovered in New York City after being stolen from venture capitalist John Hay Whitney's Long Island home.
Republican Rep. Mike Lawler is asking a judge to kick a Democrat off the ballot in the 17th Congressional District, due to alleged fraud.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced thousands of New York City Housing Authority apartments will get upgraded utilities.
New York City Council member Chi Ossé was arrested in Brooklyn Wednesday morning, the NYPD confirmed.
What is New York City doing to keep day cares safe, and how will safety play into the mayor's plans for universal child care across the city?
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Mets snapped their 12-game losing streak Wednesday night, beating the Minnesota Twins 3-2.
D.C. United played the New York Red Bulls to a 4-4 tie on Wednesday night.
Kevin Denkey scored two goals for Cincinnati FC in a 4-4 tie with New York City FC on Wednesday night.
Boston has scored two runs or fewer in six of its last eight games, losing five.
New York lost its 12th consecutive game, falling 5-3 to the Twins on Tuesday night.
An out-of-service escalator at Jamaica Station in Queens is reviving complaints that date back years.
The head of a housing nonprofit in Harlem was arrested after residents complained over delayed repairs.
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
An arrest has been made in the 1993 execution-style murder of a husband and wife in the Bronx.
A sexual assault investigation is underway at Rutgers University. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Rockland County police used drones and thermal imaging to catch a shoplifting suspect who ran into the woods Wednesday morning.
The New Jersey Department of Health is warning residents about the state's first measles case of the year.
A New Jersey lottery ticket worth $5.9 million expires soon.
