The most domineering strongman of the day badly needed a mood booster. The Russian president has one in the FIFA World Cup
In the end, it’s all about two geniuses and one superteam. Nothing else
The pain and pleasure of hosting the greatest game on earth. A report from Moscow
You cannot mention Messi without bringing up Maradona. The mood in Argentina is one between gratitude and grudge
The emotional hurt of supporting England and other acts of violence
With no dog in the fight, Indians still travel the world to see the Cup