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Who needs what in World Cup qualifying?
England will seal a place at next summer's World Cup if they avoid defeat against Spain on Friday, but who else can secure a spot in Brazil?
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Heat and Blazers emerge as most likely destinations for Giannis
While practically every single NBA team has been considered a potential suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the list seems to have been narrowed to just a few realistic can...
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What's at stake for NI in their World Cup qualifiers?
BBC Sport NI looks at the possible outcomes heading into the final round of fixtures.
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World Cup quiz: Do you remember these mascots?
An eagle, a moose and a jaguar are mascots at the FIFA 2026 World Cup - how well do you remember previous World Cup mascots?
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Gannon-Doak 'much more prepared' for Scotland's WC trip after Euros hurt
They say hindsight is a wonderful thing, and Scotland midfielder Ben Gannon-Doak is hoping it is a sentiment that rings true this summer.
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Celtic & Rangers set sights on midfielder - gossip
Rangers and Celtic are both interested in the same Danish midfielder, as Stephen Welsh heads for Parkhead exit in Wednesday's Scottish gossip column.
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Aston Villa top scorer Hanson set to join Spurs
Aston Villa forward Kirsty Hanson is set to join Tottenham following an impressive season in the Women's Super League.
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Ben Simmons can revive career in Australia, backed by Andrew Gaze
Australian legend Andrew Gaze strongly believes that 29-year-old Ben Simmons can successfully rebuild his career in the National Basketball League, NBL.
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The anatomy of a Golden Boot winner - and who could win it in 2026?
A look at the common attributes of World Cup Golden Boot winners and the claims of the leading 2026 candidates examined.
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Rivals: Messi v Ronaldo - watch the trailer
The story of how Lionel Messi v Cristiano Ronaldo became the rivalry that transformed football and defined a generation.
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Garnett rips Wembanyama before NBA Finals: “Too emotional for me”
Criticizing Victor Wembanyama for crying after the Western Conference Finals, Kevin Garnett claims the emotional young star lacks the poise needed to win an NBA champions...
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Dylan Harper embraces Manu Ginobili comparisons ahead of NBA Finals: “Accurate”
Accepting parallels to Manu Ginobili, 20-year-old Dylan Harper highlights their shared left-handed playstyle and veteran mentorship.
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Anunoby is ready for unique Wemby challenge: “He’s different”
Having a healthy OG Anunoby to counter San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is a crucial part of the New York Knicks' strategy for the NBA Finals 206.
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Wembanyama leans on Popovich blueprint, manages emotional toll for Finals
Following an emotional Game 7 victory in the Western Conference Finals, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are leaning on the continued mentorship of legendary f...
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Man Utd agree £35m fee for Atalanta's Ederson
Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson is set to become Michael Carrick's first signing after Manchester United agreed a £35m deal for the 26-year-old.
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Bellamy sees Koumas future at centre-forward
Wales head coach Craig Bellamy believes Lewis Koumas' international future will be as a centre-forward.
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Papers: Man Utd confident Fernandes will stay this summer
The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...
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Man Utd agree deal to sign Ederson
Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson.
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Salford sack Robinson after play-off final loss
Salford City manager Karl Robinson is sacked by the League Two club nine days after their play-off final defeat.
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Koumas opens Wales account in draw with Ghana
Lewis Koumas scored his first international goal to salvage Wales a 1-1 draw with World Cup-bound Ghana in Cardiff.
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