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Reformer or ringleader: A decade on, What is Infan...
Who is the FIFA president, and what has he done since taking over from the disgraced Sepp Blatter almost a decade ago? T...
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Sources: Man United reach deal to sign Éderson
Manchester United have agreed a deal with Atalanta for midfielder Éderson, sources have told ESPN.
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Andy Burnham offers Labour a refreshing new voice to reach lost voters – but with what message? | Rafael Behr
It will take more than blokeish affability to reach across the Brexit faultline that scars British politicsAndy Burnham’...
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The Arsenal fans who brought style and swagger to the team’s victory parade: ‘Everyone supports the same thing but expresses it in their own way’
Hundreds of thousands of supporters travelled to north London to celebrate their team winning the Premier League. Here’s...
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‘The ball won’t roll’: Mexico’s striking teachers threaten to disrupt World Cup days before kick off
Teachers associated with the CNTE union are calling for salary raises and the reversal of pension lawsStriking teachers...
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Netherlands World Cup 2026 team guide
The Oranje had high hopes but a spate of injuries has tempered expectationsThis article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 W...
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Manchester United tie up £35m deal to make Éderson first signing of Carrick reign
Manager sees midfielder as replacement for CasemiroTchouaméni and Wharton among other targetsManchester United have reac...
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Sources: Liverpool agree deal to appoint Iraola
Liverpool have reached an agreement to appoint Andoni Iraola as their new head coach, sources confirmed to ESPN.
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Congo pre-WC friendly canceled over Ebola fears
The Democratic Republic of Congo's pre-World Cup friendly against Chile, due to be played in Spain, has been cancelled b...
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Sources: Palace readying offer for Lens coach Sage...
Crystal Palace are preparing an offer for the Ligue 1 manager of the season Pierre Sage, sources have told ESPN.
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Source: Konaté closing on move to Real Madrid
Negotiations between Real Madrid and France defender Ibrahima Konaté have progressed in the last 48 hours and are nearin...
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Source: Iran expects U.S., Mexico visas this week
With its first match of the 2026 World Cup less than two weeks away, Iran is expecting to receive visas to enter Mexico...