PHOTOS Germans party too hard, break World Cup trophy
The search is on for the culprit. If by “search” you mean “party,” and by “culprit” you mean “everyone.”
Does Germany get to keep the World Cup?
With an estimated in the low eight figures, the trophy is one of the most precious in sports. Find out what that means to FIFA in practical terms.
German soccer star Mesut Özil uses World Cup money to pay for Brazilian kids’ operations
The German midfielder and Arsenal star had already given enough money for eleven surgeries. Once Germany won the cup, he increased his donation.
PHOTO Argentine striker Lionel Messi vomits in the middle of the World Cup final
Apparently, this is a normal thing for him.
VIDEO We all missed the World Cup Streaker on TV, but LeBron James got him on film
Thanks to a clever bit of camera-switchery, everyone watching at home missed the naked antics. Fortunately for all of us, LeBron James was there with the assist.
Argentinian soccer star says he tore his anus making a World Cup tackle
When a first-rate defender clashed with a world-class striker, something had to give. Unfortunately for Javier Mascherano, that something belonged to him.
PHOTOS Gorgeous Belgian soccer fan wins L’Oreal modeling contract upon returning from the World Cup
Axelle Despiegelaere, 17, went viral faster than a winter cold. See why L’Oreal has rewarded her for her hotness and popularity.
VIDEO Here’s American hero Tim Howard scoring a wind-assisted 102-meter goal
There are probably things that Tim Howard can’t do, or can’t do well. But defending the goal and scoring in the other goal are not among them.
Uruguay’s Luis Suárez to be sentenced by FIFA in anti-biting scandal
The man they call “The Cannibal” claimed his third victim. Today, FIFA decides how many matches Uruguay’s best player will miss for failing to keep his teeth to himself.
VIDEO Mob of Chilean soccer fans storms through World Cup media center, because World Cup
Note to readers: if you are in Brazil for the World Cup, and you find yourselves short of tickets to a preferred match, do not use these fans’ method of entry. Contrary to what you may have heard about good old-fashioned soccer madness, breaking into a venue is illegal in every country.
Clint Dempsey is releasing a rap album after the World Cup
The multitalented forward has been working on a debut album for years. Find out why he’s waited this long to release it.
Jozy Altidore’s injury status uncertain; future World Cup play a possibility
The striker is still nursing the hamstring injury he suffered in America’s 2-1 win over Ghana, but remains optimistic that he will resume World Cup play.