Spain beats France, reaches World Cup final

Spain emerged triumphant from its World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, beating France 2-0 and securing a spot in the final, which will be played in New Jersey on Sunday. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.

• Jul 14

Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France

In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final​.

• Jul 14

Spain moves on to World Cup Final

Spain advanced to the World Cup final on Tuesday, after stunning France on the country's most patriotic national holiday. Nicole Valdes has the recap.

• Jul 14

What to watch in World Cup semifinal matches

France will face Spain, and Argentina will take on England in their World Cup semifinal matches on Tuesday for a spot in the final. Plus, U.S. Men's National Team player Folarin Balogun spoke about his red card controversy. Nicole Valdes has more.

• Jul 14

Folarin Balogun addresses FIFA decision to lift red card suspension

U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun told "CBS Mornings" he "was in shock" when he received a red card in a World Cup match and discussed FIFA's decision to lift the one-game ban.

• Jul 14

Folarin Balogun on red card controversy

U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the red card controversy during the World Cup, saying while he didn't feel the red card was justified, he knew suspending it "would cause a lot of controversy." Balogun discusses how he navigated the situation and the U.S. performance in the tournament.

• Jul 14

Breaking down the World Cup semi-finals

The World Cup is down to its final four teams with France taking on Spain in the first semi-final on Tuesday and England going up against Argentina on Wednesday. Lukas Weese, staff writer for the Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss.

• Jul 13

Find love at World Cup viewing parties

The World Cup is not only bringing people together for the love of soccer, but some are turning watch parties into a chance to make a real connection. Maria Avgitidis, a professional matchmaker and founder of Agape, shares tips on how to use the tournament to kick off a new romance.

• Jul 13

Mini-pitches bringing soccer to new areas

With the World Cup boosting America's interest in the game, one organization is building hundreds of smaller soccer pitches across the country. Michael George shows how it's changed a New Jersey school in the shadow of MetLife Stadium, where the World Cup final will take place.

• Jul 13

Museums catching World Cup fever

As World Cup teams head into the final stretch of the tournament, museums around the country are seizing on the renewed interest in soccer. There are special exhibits that explain aspects of the game that might surprise you. Bradley Blackburn reports.

• Jul 13

World Cup down to final four teams

The World Cup has reached its final week with just four teams remaining: France, Spain, England and Argentina. Shanelle Kaul reports.

• Jul 12

South African soccer player who competed in the World Cup dies at 25

Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.

• Jul 11

7/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump says U.S. continuing Iran talks, but ceasefire is "over"; Graham Platner officially withdraws from Maine Senate race.

• Jul 10

I tried eating Erling Haaland's World Cup "Viking diet" for a day

Can a normal human handle soccer star Erling Haaland's calorific bonanza? CBS News' Leigh Kiniry found out the hard way.

• Jul 10

Erling Haaland's daily Viking-like diet

Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland eats a massive 6,000-calorie daily diet that includes raw milk and bone marrow to stay fit. Leigh Kiniry took a stab at the World Cup breakout star's diet for a day.

• Jul 10

Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza

An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.

• Jul 9

U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium

Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.

• Jul 9

Messi lifts Argentina to comeback win

Reigning champion Argentina pulled ahead against Egypt in the Round of 16, scoring a spot in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal. Former U.S. Men's National Team player Marcelo Balboa shares his analysis.

• Jul 8

Argentina, Switzerland advance in World Cup

Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in their Round of 16 match, while Switzerland stunned Colombia 4-3 in penalty kicks to advance to the quarterfinals in the World Cup.

• Jul 8

Argentina-Egypt World Cup breakdown

The World Cup quarterfinal matchups are nearly set, with the two final round of 16 games wrapping up on Tuesday. Argentina beat Egypt in the first match of the afternoon, and as of Monday night, there are officially no host nations left in the 2026 World Cup. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has the breakdown.

• Jul 7

World Cup latest as U.S. men fall

The World Cup is down to what college basketball fans call the "elite eight," and it doesn't include the U.S. men's national team after Monday night's collapse against Belgium. But the action is not over. Nicole Valdes has more.

• Jul 7

Breaking down USMNT's World Cup elimination

Belgium handily beat the U.S. Men's Soccer Team 4-1 on Monday night, ending their run at the 2026 World Cup. CBS Sports Golazo host and MLS commentator Chris Wittyngham joins with analysis.

• Jul 7

Belgium sends USMNT packing

The U.S. Men's National Team is out of the FIFA World Cup tournament after a 4-1 loss to Belgium. Apple TV commentator Steve Cangialosi reacts to the elimination.

• Jul 7

Teen funds school with retro soccer jerseys

Welsh teen Eleri Williams founded vintage soccer jersey business Ballers CP to fund her academic dreams when she was just 15 years old. Williams spoke with CBS News' Ramy Inocencio about soccer, fashion and the enduring popularity of sportswear.

• Jul 7

Trump attends NATO summit in Turkey

President Trump arrives in Turkey on Tuesday for a NATO summit, where the focus will be on high-stakes security issues like the Ukraine war. However, the president's decision to wade into the controversy over U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension may cast a shadow. Ed O'Keefe reports.

• Jul 7

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