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American investment in Liga MX: The growing appeal...

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Liga MX is "the least explored, biggest opportunity in global sports," according to one Mexican club owner, and American investors are taking notice.

Transfer rumors, news: Kane among Barcelona target...

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Barcelona are looking at Robert Lewandowski replacements, while Manchester City set their sights on Chelsea's Enzo Fernández. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Ronaldo goal tracker: 973 and counting on road to ...

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With Cristiano Ronaldo on the quest to score 1,000 goals, ESPN provides goal-by-goal analysis.

'I want my life back': The PL relegation battle th...

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What's it like to watch your team teeter on the brink? West Ham, Spurs and Forest fans share their stories.

Robertson leaves Liverpool as 'The People's Champi...

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The impact that the Scotland defender has had on Merseyside sees him depart as a legend after nine years.

Villa's Martínez broke finger before UEL final win...

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Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez said he broke his finger while warming up for his team's Europa League final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul on Wednesday.

Neymar (calf) to miss Santos games ahead of WC

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Neymar has suffered a calf injury that will sideline him for Santos' upcoming matches, but he is expected to be ready next week to join the Brazil national team camp ahead of the World Cup.

'Grateful' Emery joins greats with 5th Europa titl...

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Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League and etched his place alongside some all-time coaching greats after leading Aston Villa to glory in Istanbul on Wednesday.

Liverpool Keep or Dump: Slot's future, rebuilding ...

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It's been a somewhat disastrous season for defending Premier League champions Liverpool. So what next? Gab Marcotti and Mark Ogden weigh in on how to fix Arne Slot's side.

After so many near-misses, Arsenal finally get it ...

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Finally! After waiting more than 20 years to be crowned Premier League champions again, Arsenal can now lay the ghosts of the past few seasons to rest.

Transfer rumors, news: Man United linked with Dort...

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Manchester United are eyeing a pair of Borussia Dortmund stars, but they face stiff competition from other European clubs. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Why this Premier League season has been the most d...

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This season won't give us the most outstanding champions or an invincible record, but the 2025-26 Premier League has been the best ever.

'Catalonia is my place on earth': Lewandowski leav...

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Robert Lewandowski leaves Barcelona after four years with seven trophies and well over 100 goals. But almost as impressive was how he drove up standards at the club.

Transfer rumors, news: Who will Xabi Alonso sign f...

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Chelsea want Brentford's Igor Thiago and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers as Xabi Alonso prepares to start work as manager. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Hearts probing FT scenes after fleeing Celtic Park...

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Hearts made a hasty exit from Celtic Park after their William Hill Premiership dream ended in acrimonious fashion.

WSL season grades: Man City get an A, Chelsea a C+...

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Manchester City won the Women's Super League title with ease, but how did all 12 teams fare this season?

U.S. star Swanson returns: I'm a whole new person

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Mallory Swanson returned to the field on Saturday for the first time in over 18 months after giving birth to her first child in November.

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eyeing RB Leipzig...

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Liverpool are looking to bring in RB Leipzig duo Yan Diomande and Antonio Nusa. Transfer Talk has the latest.

De Ligt ruled out of World Cup after back surgery

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Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt will miss the World Cup with the Netherlands after undergoing surgery for a back injury that will keep him sidelined until the start of the 2026-27 season.

Liverpool's latest collapse leaves Champions Leagu...

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Liverpool were looking to secure a spot in the Champions League next season. But due to their loss to Aston Villa, they will need to sweat it out to qualify for it next week.

Saudi PIF signs deal to sponsor 2026 World Cup

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Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has been named as an official tournament supporter for this year's FIFA World Cup.

Mbappé benched, booed: Coach said I'm 4th-choice

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Kylian Mbappé said Thursday Álvaro Arbeloa told him he was Real Madrid's "fourth-choice forward" after being benched and then whistled by fans.

Emery: Elliott loan from Liverpool 'embarrassing'

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Aston Villa coach Unai Emery said Harvey Elliott 's lack of involvement for the club during his loan spell from Liverpool has been "embarrassing for everyone involved."

Wood headlines NZ's 2026 World Cup squad

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Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood has been selected to lead New Zealand's 26-strong World Cup squad despite an injury-disrupted season in the Premier League.

How Bev Priestman is quietly rebuilding her career...

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Priestman stands on the brink of her first trophy since being banned for her role in Canada's drone scandal at the 2024 Olympics.

Follow live: Messi, Miami continue road trip in ma...

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Real Betis clinch UCL return after 20-year wait

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Real Betis secured a return to the Champions League after a 20-year absence by clinching fifth place in La Liga with a victory over Elche on Tuesday.

Isak headlines Potter's final Sweden WC roster

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Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres headline the 26-man Sweden squad named by Graham Potter on Tuesday ahead of the World Cup.

'Spygate' looms over Southampton promotion bid

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Southampton booked a spot in the Championship playoff final with an extra-time win over Middlesbrough on Tuesday, but their place is on potentially shaky ground amid an ongoing "spygate" scandal and a breach of EFL regulations.

Tottenham face uphill relegation battle as home wo...

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After West Ham missed the chance to move four points clear of Tottenham in April, Roberto De Zerbi's haunted team returned the favour against Leeds.

Sources: Estêvão out of Brazil squad for World Cup...

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Injured Chelsea forward Estêvão will miss the 2026 World Cup after being left off Brazil's preliminary list, though Neymar was included in the 55-man roster, sources told ESPN.

'Sea of blaugrana' celebrate Barcelona LaLiga win

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The streets of Barcelona turned into a "sea of blaugrana" Monday to celebrate the team's La Liga title win.

De Zerbi fumes at 'not calm' referee in Spurs draw...

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Tottenham coach Roberto De Zerbi hit out at the officiating after his team's Monday draw with Leeds, which left Spurs still fighting to secure their Premier League survival.

Magic man? Rashford wants Barça stay if he can

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Marcus Rashford said scoring on the night Barcelona won La Liga by beating arch-rivals Real Madrid was "the perfect way to end."

'Tough day:' Flick mourns dad as Barça win LaLiga

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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said it had been a "tough day" after guiding his team to the LaLiga title against Real Madrid just hours after learning of the death of his father.

Mbappé ruled out of Clásico as Barça seek title

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Real Madrid will be without the injured Kylian Mbappé in Sunday's Clásico that could seal a second straight Spanish league title for Barcelona.

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich ...

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Real Madrid and Bayern Munich want Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol. Plus, could Chelsea's João Pedro join Barcelona this summer? Transfer Talk has the latest.

Miami's star power overwhelms but Herons must heed...

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Reds are mired in midtable despite significant spending. It's a lesson Inter Miami should learn from.

2026 World Cup injuries tracker: Which stars could...

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Which key players might not be participating in this summer's tournament? Here's the latest on key injuries impacting World Cup teams.

Katy Perry to headline U.S. World Cup opener

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Katy Perry will headline the U.S. opening ceremony for the 2026 World Cup, with FIFA announcing Friday that local stars will also lead kickoff celebrations in Mexico and Canada.

FIFA clears Otamendi, Caicedo for WCup openers

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Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi and Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo are cleared to play in their World Cup openers despite being sent off in their final qualifying games, FIFA announced Friday.

👀Prediction time: Liverpool to beat Chelsea?

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Will Liverpool or Chelsea boost their Champions League hopes? Will Barcelona clinch LaLiga with a Clásico win? Julien Laurens makes his predictions.

Transfer rumors, news: Man City eye Vinícius Júnio...

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Manchester City are waiting in the wings should Vinícius Júnior become available this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Amid backlash, FIFA lists WC final tickets at $33K...

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FIFA tripled the price of its best available tickets to the World Cup final, making $32,970 seats available Thursday for the July 19 match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Boro accuse Southampton of 'unauthorized' filming

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The English Football League has received a complaint from Middlesbrough over allegations of unauthorised filming by someone connected to Southampton during a training session.

UCL talking points: Gyökeres' best game propels Ar...

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Viktor Gyökeres delivered when it mattered most, but Arsenal must now beat the reigning champs. ESPN's Julien Laurens, Sam Marsden, Gab Marcotti and Sam Tighe weigh in on the UCL semifinal second legs and predict the final.

Man City promise bright 'future' after sealing WSL...

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Manchester City head coach Andree Jeglertz said he was excited for the future after they were crowned Women's Super League champions for the first time since 2016.

Fan arrested for alleged abuse of City's Semenyo

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A 71-year-old fan was arrested for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo at a Premier League game, Everton said Tuesday.

Tigres end Nashville's run to secure CCC final spo...

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Tigres defeated Nashville in the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals, advancing 2-0 on aggregate to reach the title match for the first time since 2020.

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona keen on Newcastle...

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Barcelona are looking at Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon. Plus, Galatasaray want Bruno Fernandes. Transfer Talk has the latest.