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France the team to beat? Chris Sutton predicts World Cup's last-32 matches
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Sunderland reject £8m Chelsea bid for Xhaka
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‘We don’t want penalties’: Pickford backs England’s attacking approach
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Nothing off table in picking Clarke successor - SFA
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Ugarte has 'most serious injury footballer can face'
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Who do Scotland fans want as the next head coach?
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Small-minded SFA must ditch parochial mentality if Scotland are to thrive | Ewan Murray
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‘Street football on world stage’: Morocco and Netherlands face off in last-32 tie with a backstory
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Football Daily | England muddle on and Clarke checks out as World Cup moves up a gear
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Cups of tea and a roaring crowd: Sydney’s Algerian community gathers for World Cup nailbiter
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Rice set for England start against DR Congo
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How Bellingham became Tuchel's most important player
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Iran needed help to save their ‘disaster’ World Cup. Instead they got more heartbreak
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Bracketology: predict a path to World Cup victory
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Derided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
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World Cup 2026 colour chart: fans of all 48 teams join the party – in pictures
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World Cup glory could all come down to penalties. What’s the best strategy?
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Will Clarke successor be big-name overseas coach or Scotland icon?
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World Cup goals chart led by PSG and Real - plus Palace and Sunderland
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How to win a World Cup penalty shootout
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27 flights, 24 matches: The carbon cost of Fifa president's World Cup tour
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Clarke leaves strong Scotland legacy but exit brings sense of relief
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World Cup 2026 format explained: 48 teams, 12 groups, 104 matches
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World Cup 2026 power rankings: France still kings but who has climbed 26 places?
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Best team, moments, matches and players of World Cup group stage
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Rangers close in on defender Godfrey - gossip
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Germany trapped between past and future with team lost in identity malaise | Jonathan Liew
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Are Iran the unluckiest side in World Cup history?
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Big names, dark horses and subplots - reasons to watch each last 32 tie
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Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 21
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Knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final?
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Austria score dramatic late equaliser against Algeria as both progress
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England labour past Panama and dreamland for DR Congo | World Cup Daily
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Where to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV
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England last-32 tie on BBC - see full schedule
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Algeria and Austria both qualify for last 32 after dramatic injury-time goals
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New deal, new beginnings & a sudden exit - Clarke's Scotland timeline
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Messi comes off the bench to score as Argentina beat Jordan
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Maestro Messi scores again and breaks another record in the process
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Jordan 1–3 Argentina: Argentina take the points
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Algeria 3–3 Austria: spoils shared in FIFA World Cup
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What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo
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Lo Celso marks his World Cup debut with a fantastic free-kick
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Colombia denied late winner in enthralling draw with Portugal
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Spain's Williams criticises tackle that injured him
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'Get rid of VAR!' Rooney unhappy Sanchez goal ruled out
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DR Congo come from behind to book last-32 tie with England
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Salah an injury doubt for Egypt's last-32 tie
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Kane becomes England's top World Cup scorer - and now chases other greats
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DR Congo set up last-32 meeting with England after comeback win over Uzbekistan
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Colombia take top spot over Portugal after draw in battle of World Cup heavyweights
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England’s creaky defence is a World Cup worry and they need Rice back firing | Jacob Steinberg
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Colombia 0–0 Portugal: a point apiece in FIFA World Cup
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Congo DR 3–1 Uzbekistan: Congo DR see off the challenge
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Job done - but England will not win World Cup unless they improve
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Tuchel worried about right-back situation
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'Bye-bye, Scotland' - Clarke's leaving letter to Tartan Army
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Kane and Bellingham proved again why they are key players - Tuchel
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'He's that guy!' Pundits praise 'brilliant' Bellingham
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Croatia beat Ghana to reach knockout stages
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England labour past Panama to qualify for last 32 as group winners
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World Cup player ratings: Bellingham and Rashford spark England against Panama
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Croatia snatch second by beating Ghana but both through to World Cup knockout stage
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Panama 0–2 England: England take the points
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Croatia 2–1 Ghana: Croatia edge a tight contest
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Who had the X-factor and who had a tough game? England player ratings
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'Huge relief' - Bellingham puts England ahead against Panama
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Spain’s Nico Williams hits out at ‘completely unnecessary’ Uruguay tackle that injured him
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Como bid for Chelsea's Chalobah - Sunday's gossip
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Chelsea interested in Granit Xhaka to reunite midfielder with Xabi Alonso
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Hugo Broos rises above South Africa’s problems to break new World Cup ground
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Japan and Morocco face old order giants in the hope of a brave new world | Jonathan Wilson
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Fuchs leaves Newport County after just seven months
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Gakpo asks for privacy after loss of unborn son
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Are Celtic reacting quickly enough to 'wake-up call'?
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Man Utd waiting on Ugarte injury after he leaves pitch on stretcher
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World Cup 2026 host cities and stadiums: the complete guide
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What is the secret to Wallsend Boys producing so many top-level football players?
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One night in Miami: The Scotsmen of the apocalypse
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How the FIFA World Ranking works: the points system explained
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Five-star Belgium through as New Zealand sent packing from World Cup
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New Zealand 1–5 Belgium: Belgium romp to victory
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Egypt 1–1 Iran: a point apiece in FIFA World Cup
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Spain's Pino may miss rest of World Cup
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Uruguay 0–1 Spain: Spain grab a narrow win
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Cape Verde 0–0 Saudi Arabia: a point apiece in FIFA World Cup
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Norway 1–4 France: France take command
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Senegal 5–0 Iraq: Senegal run riot
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US Soccer offers contract renewal to Mauricio Pochettino through 2030 World Cup
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All done deals in June 2026
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Graham agrees permanent deal with Ipswich Women
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Elliot Anderson’s journey from Bristol Rovers loanee to most expensive British player
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Football Daily | Animal instinct and maths boost Netherlands’ hopes of World Cup glory
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Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses
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What is xG? Expected goals explained for football fans
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Football formations explained: 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1 and the rest
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Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?
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From cheap transport to football geekery: how Zohran Mamdani won the World Cup
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Why Vrancken marks fresh start at data-driven Hearts
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‘You better remember where you were watching’: 30 years on from England’s loss to Germany at Euro 96
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Turkey 3–2 USA: Turkey grab a narrow win
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Paraguay 0–0 Australia: a point apiece in FIFA World Cup
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Tunisia 1–3 Netherlands: Netherlands earn a solid win
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Japan 1–1 Sweden: a point apiece in FIFA World Cup
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Brazil reclaim top spot in latest World Ranking
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Ecuador 2–1 Germany: Ecuador grab a narrow win
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Curaçao 0–2 Ivory Coast: Ivory Coast take the points
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Newcastle hit with demand for £3.2m over ‘deliberate’ failure to pay tax on transfers
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The great paradox of Scotland’s World Cup. The fans, superb. The team? Dismal | Ewan Murray
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Double Ballon d'Or winner Putellas to join London City Lionesses
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Playing at a World Cup is unforgettable but it requires every ounce of your dedication | Rodrygo
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Why it's time for Saka and Rashford - Shearer
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Tottenham sign former Arsenal midfielder Pelova
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The difference between Gareth Southgate and Thomas Tuchel is not that simple | Cath Bishop
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Godfrey signs new three-year deal with London City
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Hot or not: Barney Ronay's World Cup review so far – video
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World Cup group tiebreakers: how level teams are separated
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World Cup becomes cult of the individual but ignores team complexity | Jonathan Liew
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Czechia 0–3 Mexico: Mexico ease to a comfortable win
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South Africa 1–0 Korea Republic: South Africa sneak the points
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Wirtz inspires Germany to bounce-back win over Morocco
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Messi the difference as Argentina make it two from two
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Brighton in advanced talks to sign Walti
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England have cause for concern but Thomas Tuchel’s strategy is for the very best | Jacob Steinberg
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Germany’s Kai Havertz: ‘I make runs that look pointless but I’m creating space’
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Tuchel's England are opposite to Southgate's - and built to beat top teams
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‘For future generations’: Brazil working hard to ensure successful 2027 Women’s World Cup
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Lazio Women to pay compensation after Cas pregnancy discrimination ruling
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Lazio to pay compensation in pregnancy dispute case
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Five breakout World Cup stars who could prosper in the Premier League | David Pleat
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Which footballers have refused to celebrate a goal against another country? | The Knowledge
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World Cup's best matches, moments, goals & players so far - ranked
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Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?
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Football Daily | The World Cup stage is set for a Golden Boot shootout for the ages
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David Squires on … the big names putting on a show at World Cup
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Why Saudi Arabia and Iraq flags are not laid down at World Cup
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What is BBC's 3D Live Match Experience and how does it work?
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The Hotspot | Aramco’s petrodollar backing of World Cup leaves stain of sportswashing
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Maybe this World Cup will bring the best out of the US, not the worst | Barney Ronay
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The beauty of sharing your child's first World Cup
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Japan and Mexico share the spoils in Azteca thriller
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I don’t like the World Cup hydration breaks but trust me – they help the coaches | Emma Hayes
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Vinícius double sends Brazil top of Group A
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'Era of the spy': Mauricio Pochettino spotted looking for spies – video
Features
Everything you need to know about World Cup 2026
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'It's just a statistic': Messi on tying all-time World Cup scoring record – video
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Amorim agrees to become Milan head coach in boost to Manchester United finances
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Young Socceroos offer something new and tantalising: the hope of an adventure like in 2006
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Why football does not remember the name of its greatest ever Jewish player
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Will three points guarantee a spot in World Cup knockouts?
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What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?
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The Joy of Six: forgotten World Cup goals
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Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?
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How to watch highlights of World Cup matches
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Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers
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Women’s transfer window summer 2026: all deals from world’s top six leagues
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Men’s transfer window summer 2026: all deals from Europe’s top five leagues
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How Cornish miners brought football to Mexico
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How Toone is navigating grief through football
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How much prize money have Premier League teams earned in Europe?
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Premier League 2025-26 season review: our predictions v reality
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Premier League 2025-26 review: our writers’ best and worst of the season
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The story of the Premier League 2025-26 season in 100 photos
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Premier League 2025-26 review: gripes of the season
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The summer a golden generation lost its shine
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When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system
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Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard
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Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?
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Ousmane Dembélé quietly becomes the main man after long journey to the top
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The 100 best male footballers in the world 2025
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Mo Salah: Never Give Up
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Aitana Bonmatí makes Guardian top 100 history with third title in a row
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The 100 best female footballers in the world 2025
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Next Generation 2025: 60 of the best young talents in world football
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Next Generation 2025: 20 of the best talents at Premier League clubs
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