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Can Mourinho lead Real Madrid to UCL glory and prove how special he really is?

Jose Mourinho's career nosedived after he left Real Madrid in 2013, but can he prove how special he is on his return?

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Champions League Power Rankings before MD1: Who's No. 1?

It's time for the UEFA Champions League! Before each matchday, our panel of experts and voters will rank the top 10 teams in the field to give you a sense of the contenders and pretenders. Where does your club rank?

1dJames Tyler

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US OPEN

Zheng Qinwen's improbable run at the US Open

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Quarterfinal preview: Can Ben Shelton topple Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open?

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WEEKEND REVIEW

Arsenal show Chelsea, Premier League who's boss; Inter the team to beat in Serie A

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Chelsea are on the rise, but Arsenal remain kings of Premier League

2dMark Ogden and James Olley

AROUND THE ASSOCIATION

What's next for the Bucks? Early look at 2026-27 keys, post-Giannis plan

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Windhorst: The Clippers need to take this L -- and move on

4dBrian Windhorst

NFL

WEEK 1

Let's imagine one way the 2026 NFL season could play out: Lions and Chargers to the Super Bowl?

1dSeth Walder
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Previewing the 2026 NFL season: Bold predictions, strengths and concerns for all 32 teams

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MLB

Which teams and stars will dominate September? Our MLB experts make final-month predictions

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal set for Rice talks to ward off Real Madrid interest

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Alternative transfer awards: Left on the shelf, best bargain hunters, top data pick, more

5dSam Tighe

FIBA BASKETBALL WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

U.S. cruises past Czechia to close out pool play

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WILD WEEK 1

Week 1 overreactions: LSU is back! Michigan has issues! The ACC is a blast!

1dBill Connelly
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Projecting the CFP top 12 after Week 1: Massive Week 2 looms

1dHeather Dinich

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