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Russia are playing soccer again despite FIFA suspension. How? Because of sports, politics connection

International sport -- soccer in particular -- are tools for global politics, which will never change. Russia's soccer crossroads is proof of that.

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Transfer Talk: Messi's MLS move hinges on all teams paying his salary?

MLS clubs could all chip in to pay Lionel Messi's wages in an effort to bring the PSG talisman to the league. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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SIZING UP ENGLAND

England take control of tricky Euro 2024 qualifying group

In a Euro 2024 qualifying group that contained Italy and Ukraine, England's win over the latter on Sunday put them comfortably in control.

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Kane has England's goal-scoring record, but he really needs trophies

Harry Kane is England's scoring leader, but his career also serves as a warning. The striker needs to win trophies.

WHAT DOES BRAZIL NEED TO BREAK THE PATTERN?

Morocco defeat no disaster for a Brazil team in holding pattern

Brazil may have slumped to their second-ever defeat to an African side but, for a team without a permanent coach, there were positives to be taken.

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