‘Uruguay noma’ is a battle cry, a conviction that this small country can compete with anyone

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique ...

‘1, 2, 3, viva l’Algerie’ was a plea for independence. It lives on as Algeria’s rallying cry

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique ...

How ‘Open Haiti' hashtag became rallying cry for soccer, diaspora

Ricardo Adé launched #OuvèPeyiA as Haiti's national soccer team - displaced from Port-au-Prince- unites the diaspora in Miami ...

Harry Kane issues World Cup rallying cry and brutally dismisses fears over gruelling heat

HARRY KANE claims it is vital that England have the right “aura” in the team camp. Thomas Tuchel is taking charge of his ...

Alexi Lalas doesn't want to hear about Team USA pressure during home World Cup: 'Cry me a river'

Alexi Lalas and Stu Holden said the USMNT has the talent to do something special at the 2026 FIFA World Cup but must embrace the pressure at home.

Prince William issues World Cup rallying cry to England in Tuchel meeting

The Prince of Wales has visited Thomas Tuchel’s England backroom staff ahead of the World Cup and is confident they will “rise to the occasion” at the tournament.

Why Wharton will not 'sit and cry' about World Cup squad snub

Why Adam Wharton will not ‘sit and cry’ about missing out on England’s World Cup squad - The Crystal Palace midfielder was ...