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Why Iran's players are under more pressure than any other World Cup side
As protests continue after the death of a young Iranian woman, will national team players be free to express their views at the World Cup?
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TOP HEADLINES
VAR IN PREMIER LEAGUE
Premier League without VAR: Man United, Liverpool and Chelsea slump
Fans always argue about which Premier League teams get the better of the VAR decisions, and this season we aim to find the definitive answer.
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FIFA WORLD CUP
Is Africa heading towards World Cup humiliation?
We present a status report for each of Africa's five Qatar-bound teams, including the key areas they need to improve.
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World Cup Stock Watch: Who's hot and who's not
Each week, we take a look at the World Cup favourites to see how they are shaping up and also check in with other nations as the finals draw near.
TRANSFERS
Transfer Talk: Real Madrid plot signing João Cancelo, then Erling Haaland
Real Madrid are looking ahead for the chance to sign both Joao Cancelo and Erling Haaland away from Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Why there's hope for Liverpool in the race to sign Bellingham
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FOOTBALL
Liverpool, Man United, Real Madrid? Which club suits Bellingham?
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham can basically pick his next club. His transfer may cost €120m but where should he go?
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Can Man City convince Pep Guardiola to renew his contract or will the coach move on?
Pep Guardiola didn't stay at Barcelona or Bayern Munich as long as he has been at Manchester City, but he may be ready for his next challenge.
ENGLISH WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE
The WSL is rife with refereeing controversy: Is VAR needed, or are managers deflecting?
Already this season, the WSL has had plenty of disputed calls that could've dramatically changed outcomes. Is the refereeing really that bad?
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PAUL POGBA'S BLACKMAIL SAGA
Witchcraft central to Paul Pogba blackmail saga, but it's nothing new in French football
Many soccer stars have turned to the supernatural for help, with Pogba the latest revealed in the media. How deep does the connection go?
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GERMAN BUNDESLIGA
Union, Freiburg have Leicester vibes: How underdogs are turning the Bundesliga upside down
Leicester's shock Premier League title will never be outdone, but Union Berlin and Freiburg are eyeing a similarly surprising Bundesliga upset.
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NIGERIA
Nigeria fans would give their kingdom for a competent goalkeeper
Winless against Algeria's A and B sides during the international break, Nigeria's Super Eagles are still seeking a goalkeeper worth the number 1.
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Top Headlines
- Richarlison racist incident 'unacceptable' - Kane
- Conte blasts 'disrespectful' links to Juventus job
- Ex-Prem player summoned to serve Russia army
- Jesus on leaving City: I feel 'free' at Arsenal
- Women's team switch shorts over period concern
- Arsenal's 'very weird' goalpost incident in CL
- Injuries up 20% amid packed schedule - study
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Predicting every game at the World Cup
Who will claim soccer's biggest prize in Qatar? Wonder no longer: Ryan O'Hanlon has picked every single game, from group stage to final.
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World Cup draw: Group-by-group previews
Finally, the groups have been drawn and we know who's playing whom in Qatar this November. We pick favorites, games to watch and X-Factors.
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Upcoming fixtures
What's ahead in the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS and more.
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