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Julián Quiñones, Blackness in Mexico and the complexities of national identity
Two years ago, Quiñones was the target of racist chants by fans. Now, hailed as a hero in that same country, he’s challe...
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Watching Spain's Yamal score his first World Cup g...
The modest Catalan district of Rocafonda is where Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal grew up. And ESPN was there to s...
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WSL and WSL2 fans can drink alcohol in stands next season after successful trial
Leagues’ regulations altered after positive test periodClubs will not be obliged to offer option to supportersWomen’s Su...
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The Hotspot | Aramco’s petrodollar backing of World Cup leaves stain of sportswashing
How Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant is embedding fossil fuels as a crucial part of the world’s biggest sportIf you...
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Transfer rumors, news: PSG to compete with Man Uni...
Manchester United could face competition from Paris Saint-Germain as they try to sign West Ham United winger Crysencio S...
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Four years later, same debate for Portugal: Why is...
Little has changed since the 2022 World Cup; Cristiano Ronaldo is goalless, and Portugal are struggling. How long can th...
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World Cup 'smart' ball is a game changer. Just don...
Everything in soccer can always be improved -- even the humble game ball. The 2026 World Cup has the Trionda, filled wit...
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USMNT's World Cup success brings dilemma: Rotate t...
The USMNT has clinched a spot in the World Cup knockouts, so should the team rotate in its final Group D match or stay c...
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World Cup Daily: Crying Belgium fan saved by VAR; ...
It's another week of 2026 FIFA World Cup action, and we have some big teams playing today, including Argentina, France a...
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Iraq's plan to stop Mbappé? Ask to play 3 keepers
Iraq coach Graham Arnold -- tasked with slowing down Kylian Mbappé and the 2022 World Cup finalists France on Monday --...
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Neymar trains before Scotland World Cup clash
Neymar completed his first full training session with Brazil on Sunday.