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Africa's World Cup storylines - The shocks, the concerns, the unanswered questions
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FIFA WORLD CUP
22 World Cup items, 22 stories
It has been a long journey, but here we can tell the story of the previous 22 World Cups through 22 items of memorabilia.
ESPN
World Cup's missing stars, from Cole Palmer to Trent Alexander-Arnold
The World Cup is a celebration of the best in soccer, but at this summer's tournament, the party will be just a little duller without these stars.
NBA Finals - Game 2NY leads series 2-0
The Knicks take Game 2! Biggest takeaways from the NBA Finals
NBA insiders break down the biggest takeaways from Game 2 of the NBA Finals and look ahead to the rest of the Knicks-Spurs showdown.
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Knicks hold on, take 2-0 series lead in NBA Finals
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LATEST TRANSFER NEWS
Transfer rumors, news: Man City could prioritize move for Tonali
Could Man City switch their attention from Elliot Anderson to Sandro Tonali? Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Sources: Man United agree deal to sign Éderson
Manchester United have agreed a deal with Atalanta for midfielder Éderson, sources have told ESPN.
Højlund seals permanent move to Napoli from Utd
Rasmus Højlund has joined Napoli in a permanent move from Manchester United.
2026 International Friendly
As France learned, Ivory Coast are not to be dismissed as a real threat
Ivory Coast's 2-1 victory over France on Thursday was only a friendly win against a much-changed Bleus side, sure, but was there enough evidence to suggest the Elephants can be real FIFA World Cup threats?
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FIFA WORLD CUP
SOUTH AFRICA
Bafana boss Broos to use Jamaica warm up to test WC tactics
South Africa's friendly against Jamaica on Saturday at Pachuca's Hidalgo Stadium gives Hugo Broos an opportunity to resolve several key issues, which last Friday's 0-0 draw with Nicaragua exposed.
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Bafana players line up to sign lone fan's jersey, take selfies
South Africa's base for the FIFA World Cup is in Pachuca in Mexico, and they have received a warm welcome since their (slightly late) arrival this week, especially from one young fan who had the time of his life on Wednesday.
REAL MADRID
SPANISH LALIGA
Should José Mourinho's return as Real Madrid coach really be a surprise?
José Mourinho will return as Real Madrid manager if Florentino Pérez wins the club's presedential election. Should that really be a surprise?
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WNBA
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How a new-look roster -- and an unstoppable rookie -- has Lynx atop the WNBA standings
No Collier, no problem! How Olivia Miles and the new-look Lynx have Minnesota out to the WNBA's best start.
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FIFA WORLD CUP
16 players who could use World Cup to get a big transfer in Europe
The World Cup is the biggest stage in sports, so which players are hoping to use it to get their next big transfer?
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Top Videos
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- Messi left on bench as Argentina beat Honduras
- Mbokazi joins Lionel Messi in MLS All-Star XI
- Morocco's Aguerd won't be risked if not fit for WC - Coach
- Gabon FA confirm death of former defender Musavu-King
- Iran says U.S. denied visas to key WC officials
- Leão sent off for punching opponent in Portugal win
- Tuchel: England win over NZ too 'freestyle'
- Wilson scores early but USWNT beaten in Brazil
- Endrick gives Brazil win over Egypt in final tuneup
- Madrid candidate Riquelme targets Klopp if elected
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