Argentina will meet Germany for the third time in a World Cup final when the two sides renew their rivalry Sunday. Argentina earned its berth by defeating the Dutch 4-2 in penalty shots after a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time. Here are the reasons Argentina is through and the Dutch have choked once again.
Argentina beat the Netherlands 4-2 on penalties to reach the World Cup final after a dire two hours of defense-dominated football failed to provide a semi-final goal for the first time in the tournament's history on Wednesday.
The World Cup 2014 hasn't been great for Brazil -- in many ways. But with so many visitors flooding into the country, and an internet-savvy Latin American population, hospitality has become a big force for change in the last month in Brazil, particularly for small-time room rental through the popular lodging app Airbnb.
Lars Boom of Belkin Pro Cycling emerged victorious in Stage 5 of the 2014 Tour de France 2014 Wednesday, but Vincezo Nibali solidified his hold on the yellow jersey.
Yuichi Nishimura of Japan and Carlos Velasco of Spain, two referees involved in controversial calls during the 2014 World Cup are in the pool of officials that could officiate the Sunday's title game.
The UFC announced that the scheduled UFC 176 pay-per-view match between Jose Aldo and Chad Mendes on August 2 in Los Angeles will not push through after the reigning featherweight champion decided to withdraw from the bout.
Mario Mandzukic will leave Bayern Munich as multiple reports indicated that the striker is set for a £17.5 million move to Atletico Madrid this summer.
The Los Angeles Lakers future hangs in the balance with a lot of question marks. With so many key free agents on the open market, it's pivotal that the Lakers make a big addition.
The New York Knicks are nowhere near becoming an NBA title contender, but newly-hired coach Derek Fisher reportedly told free agent Carmelo Anthony that the Knicks will be a much better team next season.
Manny Pacquiao will likely face Chris Algieri, as reports indicated that Top Rank Promotions CEO Bob Arum has already sent an offer to the WBO light welterweight champion.
Also, Chris Jericho goes one-on-one against Randy Orton, AJ Lee battles Cameron of the Funkadactyls, Summer Rae and Layla settle their differences, Goldust takes on Ryback in singles competition, and Bo Dallas puts his undefeated streak on the line in a "Handicap" match against Diego and El Torito of Los Matadores.
Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the best soccer players in the world, and has a chance to further his legacy Wednesday by getting Argentina into the finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup with a win against the Netherlands. But will a win help him stack up better against Maradona, arguably the greatest player to ever don an Argentina uniform?
After Brazil's disappointing 7-1 defeat to Germany, the internet was ablaze with hilarious memes that were created and shared throughout the web. Latin Post.com take a look at some of the funniest ones from social media.
With the NFL preseason coming up, we decided to list the very best additions of the offseason. Same faces in new places are always interesting. Which team made the biggest splash in free agency?
(L-R) Germany's national soccer players Roman Weidenfeller, Shkodran Mustafi, Andre Schuerrle , Kevin Grosskreutz and Per Mertesacker celebrate after their 2014 World Cup semi-finals against Brazil at the Mineirao stadium in Belo Horizonte July 8, 2014. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach Jul 08 2014
Brazil's Oscar (L) is comforted by coach Luiz Felipe Scolari after they lost their 2014 World Cup semi-finals against Germany at the Mineirao stadium in Belo Horizonte July 8, 2014. REUTERS/David Gray Jul 08 2014
Netherland's Arjen Robben warms up during a team training session at the Pacaembu stadium in Sao Paulo July 8, 2014, one day before their 2014 World Cup semi-final soccer match against Argentina. REUTERS/Dominic Ebenbichler Jul 08 2014
Argentina's national soccer team coach Alejandro Sabella addresses a news conference at the arena di Corinthians stadium in Sao Paulo July 8, 2014, ahead of their 2014 World Cup semi-final soccer match against the Netherlands to be played on July 9. REUTERS/Michael Dalder Jul 08 2014
