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Dodgers survive another blown save, snap their longest losing skid since 2017
From the bullpen to the starting rotation to the offense, Los Angeles is running into speed bumps even with Saturday’s streak-breaking win.
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Brighton’s squad makeup is shifting this summer – with players at ‘the best football age’
It has been a case of ‘Out with the old, in with the new’ at the Amex Stadium during this transfer window
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Brandon Williams interview: ‘I was immature and stupid. I look back now and think what an idiot I was’
The former Manchester United defender speaks openly about his behaviour and the issues that have affected him, on and off the pitch
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Football’s most controversial transfers: ‘Judas’ chants, mocking billboards and a pig’s head
Arsenal’s interest in signing Cristian Romero from rivals Tottenham brings to mind notorious anger-inducing player moves
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Spain’s collectivism, England’s hero worship and how a nation’s societal norms can shape its football
How much is footballing success determined by a country’s culture? The Athletic takes a look…
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Manchester United have had a quiet transfer window. Which might not be a bad thing
Churn has been a constant at Old Trafford in the post-Ferguson era, so some stability may give today’s coaches and players space to breathe
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The man who found ‘art’ in this World Cup final scrap
Flashpoints in football and other sports can often be ugly. But one man has made them an artform on social media
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Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Aug. 9, 2026, puzzle No. 685
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
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WNBA commissioner stresses integrity, respect on topic of transgender athletes in league-wide memo
Engelbert listed off three guiding principles for the league in the discussion, but did not clarify if trans athletes can play in the WNBA.
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Aryna Sabalenka falls to Ekaterina Alexandrova in biggest upset of Canadian Open
The world No. 1 lost in three sets to Ekaterina Alexandrova on Saturday in the round of 16.
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