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Rashford's brilliant first goals for Barcelona prove Man United exit doesn't define him

Marcus Rashford was tasked with proving himself in England. He did that, scoring twice to lift Barcelona over Newcastle in the Champions League.

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Champions League recap: Man City beat 10-man Napoli, Rashford stars for Barca

What a night! Matchday 1 concluded Thursday with Marcus Rashford in vintage form as Barcelona won at Newcastle, while Erling Haaland and Man City cruised past 10-man Napoli.

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UNITED STATES MEN'S TEAM

USMNT countdown to the World Cup: The race for the No. 9 shirt is wide open

Striker has long been a problem area for the U.S. men's national team. Now, though, the Americans boast four forwards at the top of their game.

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Will Gladbach's instability prove to be a blessing or a curse for Reyna?

Gio Reyna moved to Borussia Monchengladbach this summer to help revive his career.

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With Haaland and Guardiola, Manchester City can never be counted out in the Champions League

Don't tell Pep Guardiola the odds -- as Erling Haaland & Co. showed vs. Napoli, Manchester City are still a threat to win the Champions League.

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Champions League talking points: Is this Arsenal's year? Which stars shone for their team?

Behold, the Chaaaaampiooooons! That sound you hear is our collective joy at the UCL's return. ESPN experts offer their thoughts on Matchday 1 so far.

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Are Man City back to their best following Napoli win?

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What can Newcastle take away from Barcelona defeat?

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Juventus join race for Man City's Bernardo Silva

Juventus are looking to sign Manchester City's Bernardo Silva when his contract expires next summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

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THREE FOR SON

Son gets his first MLS hat trick in LAFC's win

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A FRESH START IN A FAMILIAR SPOT

Mourinho has a lot to prove in returning to Benfica. Does he have any magic left?

Mourinho has lost a lot of his luster in recent years thanks to some notable failures, but he's back at Benfica hoping to turn back the clock and prove his critics wrong.

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REACTIONS FROM THE BOSSES

Guardiola: We're so lucky to have Haaland

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Maresca: It should have been a red card for Tah

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