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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 10

Lionel Messi looked like he finally had the elite coach to match his talents at international level heading into the 2018 World Cup. But their campaign in Russia under Jorge Sampaoli quickly descended into chaos.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 9

Portugal only won one game inside 90 minutes at Euro 2016 and they lost Cristiano Ronaldo to injury in the final against hosts France. Still, Fernando Santos' team would not be denied.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 8

Argentina followed up their 2014 World Cup final defeat with back-to-back penalty shoot-out losses to Chile in Copa America finals. It left Lionel Messi ready to walk away.

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No beer at the World Cup? Explaining Qatar's controversial alcohol rules

Hosts of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar have made a late change to regulations regarding the sale of alcohol at stadiums. Here's everything you need to know.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 5

As Lionel Messi grappled with Diego Maradona comparisons, Cristiano Ronaldo also had to measure up to Portugal's great footballing icon. In 2013, he surpassed Eusebio's international goal haul.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 6

The 2014 World Cup in Brazil felt set up for Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to glory. It ended up being a campaign settled by fine margins.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 4

Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi were thrown together as a coach/star player dream team for the 2010 World Cup. The results were mixed and led to unflattering comparisons for the Barcelona hero.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 3

Cristiano Ronaldo was a dominant force for Real Madrid and Portugal between 2008 and 2012. But, for club and country, the same group of players kept getting in his way.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 3

Cristiano Ronaldo was a dominant force for Real Madrid and Portugal between 2008 and 2012. But, for club and country, the same group of players kept getting in his way.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 2

Lionel Messi quickly established himself as Diego Maradona's heir for Argentina. However, he got an early taste of major tournament frustration at the 2006 World Cup.

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 1

Cristiano Ronaldo quickly endeared himself to the Portuguese football public at Euro 2004. Two years later, a 2006 World Cup flashpoint helped the harder edge of his on-field personality to flourish

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Messi & Ronaldo: Destination Mundial | Part 7

Portugal failed to get out of the group at the 2014 World Cup. But the way they got there solidified Cristiano Ronaldo's legacy.

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Hatton and Barrera roll back the years as Jonas becomes three-belt champion

Ricky Hatton returned for one last dance at the Manchester Arena. delighting the masses in tandem with Mexican great Marco Antonio Barrera. In the main event, Natasha Jonas added Marie-Eve Dicaire's IBF super-welterweight title to her WBC and WBO crowns in the main event.

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Mahrez and Alvarez fire City past Chelsea as Ortega excels

Second-half goals from Riyad Mahrez and Julian Alvarez saw Manchester City past Chelsea and into round four of the Carabao Cup. Back-up Stefan Ortega excelled for Pep Guardiola's side.

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Man City vs Chelsea stream, TV channel, lineups

How to watch the action as Manchester City host Chelsea in the EFL Cup, plus team news and the latest odds.

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What happened when Ricky Hatton fought Mayweather and Pacquiao?

Ricky Hatton will return to the Manchester Arena this weekend to face Mexican great Marco Antonio Barrera in an exhibition contest. But what happened in the two biggest fights of his Las Vegas years against Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao?

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All you need to know about Ricky Hatton vs. Marco Antonio Barrera

Ricky Hatton will return to the scene of some of his greatest nights when he faces Mexican great Marco Antonio Barrera in an exhibition bout at the Manchester Arena.

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Bivol: Beterbiev is not a monster, I could face Canelo at 168lbs

Dmitry Bivol produced a boxing clinic to hand Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez a first defeat in the Mexican's 45th fight. The WBA light-heavyweight champion has a blockbuster 2023 in prospect, with a rematch against Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez or a showdown with IBF, WBC and WBO champion Artur Beterbiev both possibilities.

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Anthony Joshua expects to fight Deontay Wilder in 2023

Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder have long been linked with a blockbuster heavyweight matchup. The former two-time unified heavyweight champion believes the fight can finally happen next year.

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What's next for Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez?

Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez lost his long unbeaten record against the imperious Dmitry Bivol on Saturday. There are still some big fights on the table for the Mexican light-heavyweight star in 2023.

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What's next for Dmitry Bivol? Canelo II and other superfights on the horizon

Victory over Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez made Dmitry Bivol one of the leading stars in boxing. After retaining his WBA light-heavyweight title against Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez there should be plenty more big nights to come.

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Bivol retains WBA crown with clinic as Cameron becomes undisputed

Dmitry Bivol defended his WBA light-heavyweight title with a landslide win over Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez in Abu Dhabi. On the undercard, Chantelle Cameron become the undisputed super-lightweight champion.

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Will Anthony Joshua stay with trainer Robert Garcia in 2023?

The Sporting News spoke with the former heavyweight champion about what his next moves could be.

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How to watch Dmitry Bivol vs. Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez

The Sporting News has you covered when it comes to all the ways you can watch Dmitry Bivol vs. Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez.

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Bivol and Zurdo put Canelo in the background

Dmitry Bivol defends his WBA light-heavyweight title against Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez on Saturday night. Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez could await the winner but this is an elite-level contest able to stand on its own two feet.

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Simmering Cameron-McCaskill feud promises fireworks

Chantelle Cameron and Jessica McCaskill will battle to be crowned undisputed super-lightweight champion on the undercard of Dmitry Bivol's clash with Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez. Many are tipping them to produce the fight of the night.

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Fury and Hatton inspire Manchester's Barrett for world title tilt

Zelfa Barrett will join an illustrious list of world champions from Manchester if he can shock Shavkat Rakhimov on Saturday.

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Who is on the Bivol vs. Ramirez undercard?

Dmitry Bivol will defend his WBA light-heavyweight title against Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez on November 5, but that is not the only title fight on the Abu Dhabi card.

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Campbell Hatton: Sparring dad Ricky was surreal

Campbell Hatton has sparred his dad Ricky ahead of their upcoming bouts in November. However, the unbeaten lightweight insists he is ready to make his own name in boxing.

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All you need to know about Dmitry Bivol vs. Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's conqueror Dmitry Bivol is back in action on November 5. He will once again face Mexican opposition in the form of Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez.

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Why Joe Cordina is backing Chantelle Cameron to beat Jessica McCaskill and become undisputed

Chantelle Cameron will attempt to become the undisputed super-lightweight champion against American star Jessica McCaskill on Saturday. Former Team GB teammate Joe Cordina knows first-hand that she has the tools to do the job.

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Canelo rematch does not motivate Bivol as inner beast faces up to Ramirez

Dmitry Bivol fought a battle within himself before upsetting Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez. The WBA light-heavyweight champion seems to be on a more assured footing ahead of his 10th defence against Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez.

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'Grab your balls and fight' — How Anthony Joshua can rule the heavyweight world again

Anthony Joshua will seek to bounce back from consecutive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk when he returns to the ring in 2023. But respected trainer Joel Diaz believes the Briton's first career loss to Andy Ruiz remains his biggest problem.

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From Taylor to Choi, Alycia Baumgardner has undisputed ambitions

Alycia Baumgardner battled to a knife-edge win over bitter rival Mikaela Mayer to unify three of the four major super-featherweight titles. Now she wants to join boxing's undisputed club.

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Anthony Joshua's future with trainer Robert Garcia unclear

Robert Garcia was brought into Anthony Joshua's training camp for his rematch defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. It is unclear whether the relationship will continue.

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Cameron's undisputed showdown with McCaskill tipped to 'catch fire'

Chantelle Cameron will aim to join the ranks of undisputed champions in women's boxing when she takes on Jessica McCaskill in Abu Dhabi. Her trainer Jamie Moore is predicting fireworks.

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Why Pep Guardiola told Bernardo Silva to get out of Erling Haaland's way

Manchester City endured a difficult start to Saturday's game against Brighton. Then Pep Guardiola called over Erling Haaland and Bernardo Silva for some tactical instructions.

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Haaland lifts Man City's Anfield gloom in win over Brighton

The freewheeling fun of Manchester City's Erling Haaland era ground to a halt at Anfield. The big Norway superstar made sure to bring back the good times against Brighton.

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Cameron: I haven't been drug tested for McCaskill undisputed fight

With her undisputed super-lightweight clash against Jessica McCaskill two weeks away, Chantelle Cameron has not been drug tested. She and her trainer Jamie Moore wants the sport to do more to protect fighters.

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How to watch England vs. Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup

England begin their T20 World Cup campaign against an exciting Afghanistan side. Here's everything you need to know.

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T20 World Cup format explained

West Indies and Sri Lanka suffered shock defeats in their opening games at the T20 World Cup. Australia, England and India are yet to get their campaigns underway.

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20 Greatest T20 Players countdown: Roundtable with Bopara

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. In this video roundtable, Ravi Bopara joins us to debate the ranking.

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20 Greatest T20 Players: Lasith Malinga at No.1

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. Sri Lanka bowler Lasith Malinga takes top spot.

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20 Greatest T20 Players: Chris Gayle at No.2

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. West Indies' big-hitting batter Chris Gayle is runner-up.

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20 Greatest T20 Players: Rashid Khan at No.3

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. At No.3 is Afghanistan bowler Rashid Khan.

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20 Greatest T20 Players: AB de Villiers at No.4

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. At No.4 is South Africa wicket-keeper-batsman AB de Villiers.

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20 Greatest T20 Players: Virat Kohli at No.5

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. At No.5 is India superstar Virat Kohli.

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20 Greatest T20 Players countdown: 10-6

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. In part three, Jos Buttler and Kieron Pollard are in the mix.

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20 Greatest T20 Players countdown: 15-11

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. In part two, MS Dhoni and David Warner feature.

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20 Greatest T20 Players countdown

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia.

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20 Greatest T20 Players countdown: 20-16

Who is the GOAT of T20 cricket? The Sporting News counts down the best players from the history of the format, ahead of 2022 Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. In part one, India's Jasprit Bumrah is among the stars.

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How Ballon d'Or winner Benzema escaped Ronaldo's shadow

Karim Benzema was part of Cristiano Ronaldo's supporting cast at Real Madrid. He is now their leading man and a deserved Ballon d'Or winner.

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Derek Chisora set for December 3 showdown with Tyson Fury

Eddie Hearn insists Anthony Joshua wanted to face Tyson Fury in a keenly anticipated showdown. But the Gypsy King is now set to take on old foe Derek Chisora.

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Power cuts and sore genitals — Aaron Ramsdale talks Leeds vs. Arsenal

Arsenal are sitting pretty, four points clear at the top of the Premier League. But they had to suffer to beat Leeds United on a bizarre afternoon at Elland Road.

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Saka fires leaders Arsenal to battling win amid penalty drama at Elland Road

Bukayo Saka made it nine wins out of 10 for Arsenal as the Premier League leaders came through a frantic afternoon at Leeds with a battling 1-0 win.

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How to watch Leeds United vs. Arsenal

Premier League leaders Arsenal will look to make it nine wins out of 10 against Leeds United on Sunday. Jesse Marsch's side have not won since August.

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Erling Haaland and Phil Foden can break the Liverpool vs. Man City rivalry

Jurgen Klopp has claimed Liverpool cannot compete with Manchester City. Two world-class 22-year-olds thrilling for Pep Guardiola's team means he might be right.

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Chris Eubank Jr to retire? What to make of Junior's strange career

Chris Eubank Jr has pledged to retire if he loses to Conor Benn. He will leave behind a curious boxing career to pick over if he does so.

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Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn break new ground in 'family' boxing

Chris Eubank Jr's meeting with Conor Benn is a bout unlike few others in boxing history, but the likes of Wladimir Klitschko and Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez have also boxed with family pride on the line.

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Haaland and Foden hit hat-tricks in raucous nine-goal Manchester derby

Erling Haaland and Phil Foden fired hat-tricks as Manchester City put together an astonishing 6-3 derby-day demolition of Manchester United.

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How to watch Man City vs. Man United

Premier League champions Manchester City host Manchester United in Sunday's derby at the Etihad Stadium. It will be Erik ten Hag's first taste of the fixture.

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Who is new Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi?

Brighton have installed Roberto De Zerbi as Graham Potter's successor. Here, we look at the career record and tactics of the highly rated Italian head coach.

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All you need to know about Chris Eubank Jr vs. Conor Benn

Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank thrilled British boxing fans with their fights in the early 1990s. Now, three decades on, their sons will sensationally take up the mantle.

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Son comes off bench to pummel Leicester with stunning hat-trick

Son Heung-min was dropped to the bench for Tottenham's Premier League game against Leicester City. He came on to score a spectacular second-half hat-trick and seal victory.

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How to watch Tottenham vs. Leicester

Tottenham lost their first game of the season at Sporting CP in the Champions League during midweek. They will seek to bounce back against a Leicester side on a slump of five consecutive Premier League defeats.

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Grealish, Haaland and Foden sink 10-man Wolves

Jack Grealish scored his first goal of the season to give Manchester City a first-minute lead at Wolves. Erling Haaland then netted his 14th in all competitions and Phil Foden completed the scoring after Nathan Collins' red card.

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How to watch Man City vs. Wolves

Wolves host Manchester City at Molineux in the Premier League on Saturday. Pep Guardiola's reigning champions have not won away from home in the top flight since the opening weekend of the season.

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Explaining the Canelo vs. GGG controversy

Gennadiy "GGG" Golovkin and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez meet for a third time on Saturday. But why were the first two fights controversial? And did Canelo fail a drugs test?

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The Cruyff wondergoal that Guardiola compared to Haaland's Man City heroics

It's not unusual for Pep Guardiola to speak glowingly about Johan Cryuff. It's a little more unexpected to hear him talking about Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Erling Haaland's latest Man City heroics made him do both.

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Haaland's Man City magic downs former club Dortmund in Champions League

Stunning late goals from John Stones and Erling Haaland gave Manchester City a 2-1 Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund. Jude Bellingham gave the visitors the lead at the Etihad Stadium.

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How to watch Man City vs. Borussia Dortmund

Erling Haaland will aim to extend the prolific start to his Manchester City career when he enjoys a swift reunion with his old Borussia Dortmund team-mates at the Etihad Stadium. Both teams claimed comfortable victories in their opening Champions League Group G matches.

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Sporting CP stun Tottenham with late double

Substitutes Paulinho and Arthur Gomes gave Sporting CP a stunning late 2-0 win over Tottenham in the Champions League. It is the first time Antonio Conte's side have tasted defeat this season.

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Sporting CP vs. Tottenham: Time, TV, live stream & betting

Sporting CP and Tottenham were both victorious on Matchday 1 in Champions League Group D. They meet at the Estadio Jose Alvalade on Tuesday.

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Real Madrid top Mallorca behind brilliance from Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo

The pair of Brazilian youngsters lifted Real Madrid to victory after struggling with Mallorca throughout the first half at the Bernabeu.

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Haaland bags brace as Man City thrash Sevilla 4-0

Erling Haaland scored a goal in each half as Manchester City cruised to a 4-0 Champions League Group G win over Sevilla. Phil Foden and Ruben Dias were also on target at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan.

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Judge Arteta's Arsenal by how they respond to Man United loss

Arsenal won five in a row before defeat at Old Trafford. Mikel Arteta insists their form will not collapse, and that will be the measuring stick by which the Gunners can prove their top four candidacy.

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Rashford at the double as Manchester United sink Premier League leaders Arsenal

Antony marked his Manchester United debut by opening the scoring against Arsenal at Old Trafford. Bukayo Saka levelled for the Gunners with an hour played but Marcus Rashford hit a quickfire brace.

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Haaland's opener canceled out as Villa hold Man City to draw

Erling Haaland gave Manchester City the lead early in the second half at Aston Villa, but Leon Bailey hit back for Steven Gerrard's side.

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Is Roger Federer playing at US Open 2022?

Roger Federer won the last of his four US Opens back in 2008. Will the veteran great be taking part at Flushing Meadows this year?

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Why Tuchel wanted Aubameyang reunion at Chelsea

After Chelsea's scoring struggles to open the Premier League season, it should be no surprise manager Thomas Tuchel wanted his ex-Borussia Dortmund scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

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Haaland plunders another hat-trick as Man City smash Forest for six

Erling Haaland fired a hat-trick in Manchester City's 4-2 comeback win against Crystal Palace and he sensationally repeated the dose to put Pep Guardiola's men 3-0 up at halftime against Nottingham Forest.

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How good is Chelsea target Anthony Gordon?

Anthony Gordon's links to a £60m move to Chelsea have been widely derided. But the winger showed his class against Leeds and Frank Lampard insists he is going nowhere.

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Chelsea target Gordon shines as Everton hold Leeds to 1-1 draw

Everton remain winless five matches into the Premier League season. Chelsea target Anthony Gordon gave them a first-half lead at Leeds but Luis Sinisterra struck back for Leeds in his first start.

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Verstappen produces masterclass to win from 14th on the grid in Belgium

Max Verstappen started 14th on the grid but stormed through the field to claim a dominant win at the Belgian Grand Prix. Sergio Perez made it a Red Bull one-two and Carlos Sainz completed the podium, with Charles Leclerc back in fifth.

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Napoli manager open to Ronaldo signing

Cristiano Ronaldo told Manchester United that he wants to leave Old Trafford, and Erik ten Hag chose to leave him out of his lineup for the game with Liverpool.

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UEFA Europa League group draw: Arsenal get PSV, United face La Real reunion

The 32-team draw for the Europa League draw was made on Friday. Arsenal and Manchester United will be pretty happy with how things panned out.

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Ronaldo and Maguire sent clear message as Ten Hag masterminds Liverpool downfall

Erik ten Hag plumped for some short-term solutions but also gave a hint of a long-term vision as Manchester United beat Liverpool. Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire must now show they can be a part of it.

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Is Modric, Kroos and Casemiro the best ever Champions League midfield?

Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and Casemiro represent arguably the finest Champions League midfield in history. We look at great Barcelona, Manchester United and AC Milan lineups to see if anyone has done it better.

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Why the Glazers are blamed for Man United's decline

Manchester United find themselves at the lowest point of their Premier League existence, and the Glazer family continues to bear the brunt of the criticism. Here's an in-depth look at why their ownership of one of football's most iconic clubs has come under fire.

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Haaland and Silva salvage draw for Man City in Newcastle thriller

Manchester City had to come from two goals down to salvage a point away to Newcastle in a six-goal Premier League thriller.

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Aaronson, Rodrigo and Harrison see Leeds take Chelsea apart

Leeds United stunned Chelsea with a magnificent 3-0 win at Elland Road. Brenden Aaronson, Rodrigo Moreno and Jack Harrison got the goals.

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Usyk vs. Joshua 2: What's next for the Ukrainian master?

Oleksandr Usyk beat Anthony Joshua by a split decision in their August 20 rematch. But what will be next for the reigning IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight champion?

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Usyk retains heavyweight titles after dazzling finish against Joshua

Oleksandry Usyk landed 50 more punches than Anthony Joshua over the final three rounds, grinding to a masterful split decision victory. Here's a closer look at how Usyk retained the IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles in Jeddah.

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Usyk vs. Joshua 2: What's next for defeated AJ?

Oleksandr Usyk beat Anthony Joshua via a unanimous decision when they met last September. This time around it was a split decision to leave the Briton devastated. Where does he go next?

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Oleksandr Usyk vs. Anthony Joshua 2: The psychology of a rematch

Anthony Joshua must come with a new game plan after being outclassed by Oleksandr Usyk in their first fight. World title-winning coach David Coldwell spoke to The Sporting News about the challenges of rematches.

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Who is Anthony Joshua's new trainer Robert Garcia?

Robert Garcia has been added to Anthony Joshua's training team ahead of his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk. Can the Briton become Garcia's 15th world champion?

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Usyk vs. Joshua 2: Which boxers are three-time heavyweight champions?

If Anthony Joshua is able to avenge his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk he will join a special club in boxing history as a three-time heavyweight champion.

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How to watch Leeds United vs. Chelsea

Leeds United and Chelsea have each taken four points from their opening two Premier League games. Thomas Tuchel takes his side to Elland Road on Sunday.

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Obispo snatches draw for PSV at Rangers after Benitez howler

Ibrahim Sangare struck first for the PSV before Rangers striker Antonio Colak equalised in the 40th minute of the Champions League playoff tie at Ibrox. Tom Lawrence and Armando Obispo then exchanged goals in the final 20 minutes.

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Usyk vs. Joshua 2: Does history suggest revenge or repeat for AJ?

Anthony Joshua will attempt to win back the IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles against Oleksandr Usyk. Immediate rematches have produced mixed results for deposed heavyweight champions.

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Who is Manchester United target Cody Gakpo?

A frantic final two weeks of the transfer window could be in prospect at Manchester United. One of their reported targets, Cody Gakpo, has the chance to shine in a high-profile Champions League encounter between Rangers and PSV.

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How to watch Rangers vs. PSV

Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst will lead his team against one of the biggest clubs from his homeland when PSV visit Ibrox in the Champions League playoff first leg.

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Can Kane-Son-Kulusevski match Salah-Mane-Firmino as Premier League's definitive front three?

Dejan Kulusevski's arrival in January has helped to revitalise Tottenham. Deploying the Sweden international alongside Harry Kane and Son Heung-min, Antonio Conte has a front three without compare in the Premier League.

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Manchester United's 300 days of horror

When Liverpool travel to Manchester United on August 22, it will be 302 days since their 5-0 win at Old Trafford last season. Their bitter rivals have been in a tailspin ever since.

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Brilliant Brentford humiliate wretched Manchester United

Josh Dasilva, Mathias Jensen, Ben Mee and Bryan Mbeumo all scored in a first half of total humiliation for Manchester United, with Brentford then playing out a 4-0 win at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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How to watch Chelsea vs. Tottenham

Chelsea and Tottenham launched their Premier League campaigns with contrasting victories last weekend. The two London rivals meet in a mouthwatering Sunday clash.

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Who won when Chris Eubank Sr. faced Nigel Benn?

Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have signed for a blockbuster showdown at London's O2 Arena on October 8. The bitter rivalry their fathers shared in the 1990s will be central to the promotion and the fight would not be happening without what unfolded 30 years ago.

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Haaland at the double as Man City kick off with win at West Ham

Erling Haaland marked his Premier League debut by winning and converting a first-half penalty for Manchester City against West Ham. The Norway striker made it two after halftime to secure three points.

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Gross double ruins Ten Hag's Old Trafford bow as Brighton sink United

Pascal Gross scored a first-half brace to give Brighton a 2-0 lead over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag brought Cristiano Ronaldo off the bench, an Alexis MacAllister own goal halved the deficit but Graham Potter's team hung on.

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Jorginho penalty enough to see Chelsea past Everton

Jorginho converted a penalty in first-half stoppage time to give Chelsea a 1-0 win at Everton. The hosts lost Ben Godfrey to a serious-looking injury early on in the contest at Goodison Park.

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Premier League 2022/23 season predictions

Manchester City will aim to make it three Premier League titles in a row when the action resumes in England's top flight. Who will finish in the top four, the bottom three and scoop the individual prizes?

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Dalton Smith on sparring Jack Catterall, British title bid and Sheffield's boxing legacy

Dalton Smith will aim to continue his swift rise through the super-lightweight ranks when he faces Sam O'maison in a local derby at the Sheffield Arena. The British title will be on the line, but Smith has even bigger ambitions.

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Omanyala and Thompson-Herah claim gold in the 100m final

Athletics events at the Commonwealth Games will take centre stage as usual. There are some big names in action in both the women's and men's 100 metres.

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Man City Premier League fixtures 2022/23

Manchester City will bid to defend their Premier League title in 2022/23 with new star signing Erling Haaland in tow. Here's the schedule Pep Guardiola's men will be facing as they chase the three-peat.

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Who will replace Henrik Stenson as Europe's Ryder Cup captain?

Henrik Stenson has been stripped of Europe's Ryder Cup captaincy after joining the breakaway LIV Golf Series. Who will lead the hosts in Rome next year in the Swede's absence?

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LIV Golf tour schedule 2022: Dates, locations for all eight events

How does the LIV Golf Invitational Series work? How much prize money is at stake? Here's all you need to know about the new golf tournaments featuring Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson.

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Five reasons Liverpool will win the Premier League 2022/23

Liverpool played all 63 games on offer last season but came up short in their quadruple quest. Can an attack bolstered by Darwin Nunez help Jurgen Klopp unseat Pep Guardiola and Manchester City this time around?

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Five reasons Man City will win the Premier League 2022/23

Manchester City made it four Premier League titles in five seasons last term. Here are five reasons why they can best Liverpool again in the battle to be kings of England.

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Tour de France 2022: What are cycling's Grand Tours?

The Tour de France concludes on July 24. It is one of three annual major multi-stage road races alongside the Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a Espana.

Dom Farrell

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England vs. South Africa live: Rain brings early end at Headingley, series tied

The first ODI between England and South Africa was abandoned due to rain at Headingley. Quinton de Kock was left stranded on 92 for the tourists.

Dom Farrell

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Who is Sam Northeast? English batter's 410* puts him in exclusive club

Brian Lara and Don Bradman were two of eight men to have scored 400 or more in a single first-class innings. English batter Sam Northeast became the ninth on Saturday.

Dom Farrell

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Leclerc takes French Grand Prix pole ahead of Red Bulls

Ferrari will look to keep the pressure on Red Bull during qualifying for the French Grand Prix. Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc were quickest in FP2 on Friday but Max Verstappen hit back by clocking the fastest FP3 time.

Dom Farrell

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Sainz quickest in FP2 at French Grand Prix on bittersweet day for Ferrari star

Carlos Sainz went quickest in second practice at the French Grand Prix. He will need something similar in qualifying after being hit with a grid penalty for Sunday's race.

Dom Farrell

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Stokes' shock ODI retirement shows cricket is close to breaking point

Ben Stokes has retired from ODIs citing the "unsustainable" workloads for three-format players. It is time for cricket's administrators to sit up and take notice.

Dom Farrell

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Spectacular Smith takes Open glory as McIlroy's long wait goes on

Rory McIlroy held a share of the lead overnight and did not drop a shot on Sunday. But Cameron Smith's sensational 64 saw him finish on a St Andrews record -20 to win the 150th Open Championship.

Dom Farrell

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Open Championship 2022: Full 156-player field for St. Andrews

Who is playing at the 150th Open Championship 2022 this week? Here's the full 156-player entry list.

Dom Farrell

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When is the 100m final at the 2022 World Athletics Championships?

The World Athletics Championships starts this weekend in Oregon. As usual, all eyes will be on who is crowned the fastest man and woman on the planet in the 100 metre final.

Dom Farrell

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When is T20 Blast Finals Day? Who is playing?

T20 Blast Finals Day is the biggest day of the English domestic cricket season. But who is playing at the 2022 edition?

Dom Farrell

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Who is on the Usyk vs. Joshua 2 undercard?

Oleksandr Usyk will defend his IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles in a rematch with Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia. But who is on the undercard for the heavyweight blockbuster?

Dom Farrell

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Why Chelsea want to sign Raheem Sterling

Raheem Sterling to Chelsea transfer latest: The Manchester City star continues to be linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium as Thomas Tuchel looks to strengthen his attacking options.

Dom Farrell

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Do Man United need Ronaldo? Fernandes showing vs. Liverpool is a sign

New Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag understandably does not want to read too much into Manchester United's friendly win over Liverpool. But Bruno Fernandes showed life can be good without Cristiano Ronaldo.

Dom Farrell

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Man United 4-0 Liverpool: Ten Hag enjoys emphatic maiden triumph

Manchester United beat Liverpool 4-0 in Erik ten Hag's first game at the held. Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial and Facundo Pellistri were all on target in the friendly in Bangkok.

Dom Farrell

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How to watch England vs. India 3rd T20

India have already taken an unassailable 2-0 T20 series lead against England. Can they complete a clean sweet at Trent Bridge?

Dom Farrell

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Chisora battles to gruelling split-decision win over Pulev

Derek Chisora claimed a split-decision win at a raucous O2 Arena. He joins Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua as the only fighters to defeat Kubrat Pulev.

Dom Farrell

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Wimbledon 2022: Who is the women's tennis GOAT?

The Sporting News ranks the best ever women's tennis players, including Serena Williams, Steffi Graf and Martina Navratilova.

Dom Farrell

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New Zealand vs. Ireland time, TV channel, stream, lineups, betting

Ireland took the lead early on before being soundly beaten 42-19 by New Zealand last weekend. Can the All Blacks close out the series in Dunedin?

Dom Farrell

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Australia vs. England time, TV channel, stream, betting

Australia claimed a 30-28 win in a thrilling first Test against England in Perth. Can the visitors hit back in Brisbane?

Dom Farrell

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Chisora vs. Pulev 2: fight date, start time and odds for heavyweight rematch

Popular British heavyweight Derek Chisora will take on former world-title challenger Kubrat Pulev, six years after the pair shared 12 closely contested rounds.

Dom Farrell

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Mead the toast of England as Lionesses see off Austria in Euros opener

Beth Mead's first-half strike was enough for England to win their Euros opener against Austria. Sarina Wiegman's team is now unbeaten in 15 matches.

Dom Farrell

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England vs. India: Root and Bairstow centuries secure historic triumph

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow again scored centuries as England chased down 378 to beat India by seven wickets. It stands as the ninth-highest successful fourth-innings chase in Test history and England's best of all time.

Joe Wright

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Six possible Ronaldo replacements for Ten Hag and Man United

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United less than a year after his triumphant return. The Sporting News selects six attainable options to replace him.

Dom Farrell

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T20 Blast: When is Finals Day? Format and how to watch

T20 Blast Finals Day takes place in July. We tell you all you need to know about English cricket's flagship domestic limited-overs competition.

Dom Farrell

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Wallabies rally to stunning win over England after Swain red

Australia claimed an incredible 30-28 win over England. The hosts lost Quade Cooper to injury during the warm-up before having Darcy Swain sent off.

Dom Farrell

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Clinical All Blacks run in six tries after Earls' flying start

New Zealand ran in six tries as they claimed a 42-19 win over Ireland in the first Test at Eden Park.

Dom Farrell

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Salah signs new Liverpool contract after Twitter loses its mind

Mohamed Salah has signed a new three-year contract at Liverpool, but the stage-managed online announcement had fans of the club panicking.

Dom Farrell

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Bairstow powers England to whitewash win over New Zealand

Jonny Bairstow smashed England's second-fastest fifty of all time as he and Joe Root saw the hosts to a seven-wicket win at Headingley. Ben Stokes' side win the series 3-0.

Dom Farrell

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Who is Matthew Potts? England cricket's new bowling star

Matthew Potts could not get in the England squad when James Anderson and Stuart Broad were controversially dropped earlier this year. The Durham youngster is now shining alongside two all-time greats.

Dom Farrell

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Overton revelling in joy and pain of epic Test debut

Jamie Overton fell three runs short of an incredible debut Test match hundred. But he bounced back to lead England's charge with the ball against New Zealand on a gripping third evening in Leeds.

Dom Farrell

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Brilliant Bairstow provides England's latest Headingley miracle

Jonny Bairstow turned the third Test against New Zealand on its head but Ben Stokes and England must not forget another instance of their batting frailties being exposed.

Dom Farrell

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England vs. New Zealand: Bairstow century leads stunning day-two fightback

Trent Boult bowled Alex Lees, Ollie Pope and Zak Crawley before Joe Root and Ben Stokes got out to leave England's response to New Zealand's 329 all out in tatters. But Jonny Bairstow built on his Trent Bridge heroics with another century alongside debutant Jamie Overton.

Dom Farrell

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Joyce vs. Hammer: fight date, start time and odds for heavyweight fight

Joe Joyce returns to fight Christian Hammer in London in July. Here are the details of when and how to watch the fight.

Dom Farrell

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Buttler leads England to blistering ODI world record against the Netherlands

Jos Buttler, Dawid Malan and Phil Salt all scored centuries as England blasted a new ODI best of 498/4 against the Netherlands. Liam Livingstone's unbeaten 66 also helped Eoin Morgan's side to a world record 26 sixes.

Dom Farrell

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Who has the easiest and hardest 2022/23 Premier League run-in?

Last season's Premier League title race went down to the wire. Who out of Man City, Liverpool and the rest will be happiest with the conclusion to their 2022/23 schedule?

Dom Farrell

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England demolished by Hungary as Molineux crowd turns on Southgate

England needed a win to keep their UEFA Nations League campaign alive but were thrashed 4-0 by Hungary. John Stones was sent off and Molineux turned on Gareth Southgate.

Dom Farrell

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Who is Darwin Nunez and what will he bring to Liverpool?

Darwin Nunez showcased his talents across the 2021/22 campaign for Benfica, becoming one of the most coveted players in Europe and earning himself a move to the Premier League with Liverpool. The Sporting News takes a look at the transfer details, his goalscoring exploits and what the future could hold for him in 2022/23.

Dom Farrell

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How will Erling Haaland fit in at Man City?

Manchester City are the landing spot for young Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland. How will he fit in under Pep Guardiola?

Dom Farrell

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Is Erling Haaland Man City's most expensive signing?

Erling Haaland has at last joined Manchester City after the Premier League champions reached an agreement with Borussia Dortmund before the end of last season. But will he be Pep Guardiola's most expensive signing?

Dom Farrell

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Why Erling Haaland is Man City's first Galactico

Manchester City and Pep Guardiola have spent hundreds of millions of pounds in pursuit of excellence. But they have never made a superstar signing quite like Erling Haaland.

Dom Farrell

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Kane's 50th England goal snatches 1-1 draw in Germany

Jonas Hofmann gave Germany a second-half lead against England in the Nations League, but Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot with his 50th international goal.

Dom Farrell

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Inoue demolishes Donaire inside two rounds of brutal rematch

Pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue added Nonito Donaire's WBC title to his WBA and IBF bantamweight belts in a one-sided knockout win in their Saitama rematch.

Dom Farrell

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Vinicius and Courtois inspire Los Blancos to 14th European title

Vinicius Jr scored the only goal as Real Madrid beat Liverpool 1-0 in Paris to win a record 14th Champions League title. Thibaut Courtois put in a heroic showing in the Madrid goal.

Dom Farrell

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Why Karim Benzema didn't play for France for six years

Karim Benzema will be in the spotlight for all the right reasons when he returns to his homeland for the UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool at the Stade de France, but the striker is a controversial figure in France, following his exile from the national team over a sex tape blackmail scandal involving a teammate.

Dom Farrell

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Why do Liverpool fans sing 'One Kiss' by Dua Lipa?

Liverpool fans are famed for singing 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. But 'One Kiss' by Dua Lipa is the new addition to their songbook.

Dom Farrell

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Ballon d'Or 2022 power rankings

As Karim Benzema continues his push for a first Ballon d'Or as well as yet more Real Madrid glory in the Champions League, The Sporting News ranks the top contenders for football's biggest individual prize.

Kyle Bonn

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Van Dijk and Benzema's battle of will and skill can define Liverpool vs. Real Madrid

Liverpool and Real Madrid face off in the Champions League final on Saturday that will see Virgil van Dijk tasked with keeping star man Karim Benzema quiet.

Joe Wright

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Why does Mohamed Salah want Real Madrid revenge?

Mo Salah is hoping to get 'revenge' against Real Madrid when his Liverpool side come face to face with Los Blancos in the Champions League final.

Dom Farrell

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The Sporting News 7: Champions League final special

Liverpool take on Real Madrid in a mouthwatering Champions League final clash. The Sporting News 7 podcast has you covered.

Dom Farrell

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Which manager has won most Champions League titles?

Carlo Ancelotti has a chance to add to his remarkable career total in the 2022 UEFA Champions League final, while Jurgen Klopp is on the verge of immortality with Liverpool. Here's where the German stands all-time compared to Don Carlo.

Dom Farrell

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How Roma won the Europa Conference League final

Jose Mourinho proved he still has the nous to lift European silverware as Roma beat Feyenoord in the Europa Conference League final. Nicolo Zaniolo, Tammy Abraham and Chris Smalling all excelled.

Dom Farrell

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What Erik ten Hag said in first Man United press conference

Erik ten Hag faced the media for the first time as Manchester United manager. Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry Maguire and Ralf Rangnick were all on the agenda.

Dom Farrell

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Madness and memory propel Man City's Gundogan glory

Manchester City have paid plenty of tributes to their 2011/12 Premier League title win to mark the 10th anniversary. Pep Guardiola's side then produced something like a live-action re-enactment against Aston Villa, to deny Liverpool their quadruple dream.

Dom Farrell

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Title number four is Guardiola's greatest at Man City

Pep Guardiola has guided Manchester City to their fourth Premier League title in five seasons. Champions League disappointment will linger, but domestically this stands as the Catalan tactician's masterpiece.

Dom Farrell

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Can Grealish seal Man City's Premier League glory against his former club?

Jack Grealish has scored six goals and provided four assists for Man City in his debut season. He will still feel he has a point to prove in the crunch final-day showdown with Aston Villa

Dom Farrell

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How Liverpool can still win the Premier League

Liverpool were 14 points behind Manchester City with two games in hand in January. They now head into a final day shoot-out for glory with Manchester City.

Dom Farrell

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How the Europa League final was won and lost

Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers went the distance at a sweltering Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in pursuit of Europa League glory.

Dom Farrell

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Chelsea confirms Champions League qualification

Chelsea have sat comfortably inside the top four for most of this campaign, and while the pressure briefly ramped up towards the end of the season, the Blues are back in the Champions League next season.

Dom Farrell

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What's happened to Emma Raducanu?

Emma Raducanu thrilled the sporting world with her incredible US Open triumph last September. Her debut season on the WTA Tour has proved to be a steep learning curve.

Dom Farrell

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Can Chelsea close the gap on Liverpool and Man City?

Chelsea have drawn four times with a Liverpool team looking to make history this season. But Thomas Tuchel knows consistency is key and that goes for all areas of the club.

Dom Farrell

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How did Man City draw at West Ham?

A win at West Ham would have all-but crowned Manchester City as Premier League champions. But a defensive shambles and a late missed penalty meant they only emerged with a 2-2 draw.

Dom Farrell

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How the FA Cup final was won and lost

How the 2022 FA Cup final was won and lost, a match in which Luis Diaz impressed for Liverpool but Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku struggled.

Dom Farrell

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Tuchel's Alexander-Arnold and Robertson remedy must wait

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson has propelled Liverpool to great heights. Chelsea will rue not having Reece James and Ben Chilwell for the whole season ahead of the FA Cup final.

Dom Farrell

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Four-midable Kevin De Bruyne nets most goals in a season

Man City expected a nervy encounter at Wolves, but Kevin De Bruyne blasted four in a 5-1 victory. Pep Guardiola's team need four points from their final two games to become champions.

Dom Farrell

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Six solutions to Pep Guardiola's centre-back crisis at Man City

Ruben Dias, John Stones and Kyle Walker are out for the season at Manchester City. And Pep Guardiola's defensive problems do not end there.

Dom Farrell

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Sterling at the double as City go clear at the top

Manchester City suffered Champions League heartbreak in Madrid but were handed a Premier League title boost by Liverpool's Saturday slip-up against Tottenham. Can Pep Guardiola's men take advantage?

Dom Farrell

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Canelo's route to undisputed at 175

Canelo Alvarez is the undisputed world champion at super-middleweight. Saturday's fight with Dmitry Bivol could set him on the same path at light-heavyweight.

Dom Farrell

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Will Canelo fight in the UK?

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez takes on WBA light-heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol on Saturday. Could an action-packed 2021 for the pound-for-pound king conclude with UK fight?

Dom Farrell

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Was Guardiola to blame for Man City's Real Madrid heartache?

Pep Guardiola has a catalogue of high-profile Champions League defeats to his name. But he coached a near-flawless tie against Real Madrid before Man City's stunning late collapse.

Dom Farrell

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Rodrygo the unlikely hero of Real Madrid's greatest ever comeback

Real Madrid were behind within two minutes of their semi-final against Manchester City and were still going out in stoppage-time of the second leg. Yet somehow, they found a way.

Dom Farrell

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How Emery turned Arsenal weakness into Champions League strength

Unai Emery might not be a great footballing ideologue like Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp. But his pragmatism is perfect for Villarreal.

Dom Farrell

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Ronaldo proves 'I'm not finished' but Ten Hag must end United obsession

Whatever the logic of his signing last August, Cristiano Ronaldo is not the problem at Manchester United right now. No one player or coach can solve those on their own.

Dom Farrell

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De Bruyne key to Guardiola's battle with chaos and control at Man City

Manchester City prospered by finding greater control last season, but their recent matches with Liverpool and Real Madrid were thrilling, chaotic affairs. Kevin De Bruyne was inspired in both games.

Dom Farrell

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Ronaldo inspires United on Mata's Old Trafford farewell

Bruno Fernandes' 10th Premier League goal of the season gave Manchester United an early lead against Brentford. Cristiano Ronaldo and Raphael Varane got in on the act after half-time.

Dom Farrell

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2022 Premier League Draft: Does Saka or Foden go No.1?

As the 2022 NFL Draft kicks off, The Sporting News takes a look at who would be selected in the first round of a Premier League Draft. Does Bukayo Saka or Phil Foden go No.1 overall? How low do Anthony Elanga and Curtis Jones drop? Let's find out...

Dom Farrell

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Salah no longer Liverpool's Champions League leader but still key to Klopp

Mohamed Salah has only scored in one of his past nine Liverpool appearances. But he is still contributing to Jurgen Klopp's quadruple bid.

Dom Farrell

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Four hot topics from Liverpool vs. Villarreal

Sadio Mane and Trent Alexander-Arnold impressed for Liverpool against Villarreal, as Jurgen Klopp could reflect on a job well done in the Champions League semi-final first leg.

Dom Farrell

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Real Madrid eye Remontada repeat after Man City classic

Man City led Real Madrid 2-0, 3-1 and 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium. But Karim Benzema left another famous comeback on the cards.

Dom Farrell

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Four hot topics from Man City vs. Real Madrid

Kevin De Bruyne and Karim Benzema each made their cases for being the best player on the planet right now during Manchester City's 4-3 win over Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Oleksandr Zinchenko was once again Pep Guardiola's unsung hero.

Dom Farrell

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Are Modric, Kroos & Casemiro still Real Madrid's best midfield?

Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and Casemiro together helped Real Madrid dominate the Champions League. But are they still Carlo Ancelotti's best bet in midfield against Manchester City?

Dom Farrell

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Fury dominates Whyte to score 6th-round KO and pledges retirement

Tyson Fury retained his WBC heavyweight title with a right perfect uppercut after six one-sided rounds against Dillian Whyte.

Dom Farrell

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What's next for Tyson Fury?

Following Tyson Fury vs. Dillian Whyte, the Gypsy King has several appealing options. The Sporting News looks at what's next for Fury.

Dom Farrell

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