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2024-25 UEFA Nations League

Spain beat France in 9-goal thriller, reach NL final

Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal inspired his country to a thrilling 5-4 win over France on Thursday to send the holders through to their third successive Nations League final where they will face Iberian neighbours Portugal.

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Are Spain the best team in the world?

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WHAT'S THE PLAN MOVING FORWARD?

Barcelona Keep or Dump: What do Yamal & Co. need to build on success?

Barcelona returned to the top of LaLiga under new coach Hansi Flick. What moves should they make to avoid a step back in 2025-26?

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EYE-CATCHING SHIRTS

The best, worst, wildest U.S. soccer kits outside MLS, NWSL

Without leaguewide kit deals, U.S. soccer's lower-league clubs are making their mark with eye-catching shirts.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Ten Hag to give Antony a Man United escape route at Leverkusen

New Bayer Leverkusen coach Erik ten Hag is ready to make a move for Manchester United forward Antony. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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WORLD CUP QUALIFYING

2026 World Cup: South America takes centre stage after 3 more teams qualified

The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

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BRAZIL'S NEW ERA

Brazil twice crushed Ancelotti's World Cup dream. Now it's one they share

Carlo Ancelotti's first World Cup memories were of Brazil beating his native Italy. Now he's trying to bring the Jules Rimet Trophy back to Rio.

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LIVING UP TO THE HYPE

Stand aside, Messi and Ronaldo: Yamal and Doué are coming for you

Champions Leagues, World Cups, Ballons d'Or ... get ready for PSG's Désiré Doué and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to become this generation's Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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FROM GOALKEEPER TO FORWARD

What we learned about USWNT depth vs. China and Jamaica

Big wins over China and Jamaica were expected, but USWNT coach Emma Hayes has learned plenty about the strength in depth as she continues to prepare for the next World Cup.

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