Lionel Messi and Argentina face Australia in next step towards World Cup glory | CNN

CNN  —  The World Cup has hardly been straightforward for Lionel Messi and Argentina thus far,…

Netherlands vs. US: Two exciting young teams go head-to-head for place in World Cup quarterfinals | CNN

CNN  —  The round of 16 match on Saturday between the US Men’s National Team and…

Uruguay and Ghana set for epic rematch 12 years after controversial World Cup quarterfinal clash | CNN

CNN  —  Uruguay and Ghana’s quarterfinal meeting at South Africa 2010 is widely viewed as one…

Justin Bieber launches clear water company Generosity Water at Qatar’s World Cup

CNN  —  Justin Bieber is on a mission to make the world’s drinking water more sustainable.…

Australia stuns Denmark to reach World Cup knockout stages | CNN

CNN  —  Australia stunned Denmark – a team ranked 28 places above the Socceroos in FIFA’s…

Why the birthplace of Islam is hosting one of the world’s biggest raves | CNN

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Niclas Füllkrug’s late strike was enough to salvage a point for Germany against Spain and ensure…

Start your week smart: China, Severe weather, Landslide, World Cup, Irene Cara | CNN

CNN  —  Whether you are flying home after the long Thanksgiving weekend or planning a trip…

Germany looks to bounce back from shock defeat and revive World Cup hopes against dangerous Spain | CNN

CNN  —  If Germany is to avoid the ignominy of consecutive World Cup group stage exits,…

Lionel Messi helps keep Argentina’s World Cup hopes alive with moment of magic against Mexico | CNN

CNN  —  Yet another moment of Lionel Messi magic helped salvage Argentina’s World Cup hopes at…