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Suthar six-for rolls Afghanistan over for 152
Rahmat Shah waged a lone battle for Afghanistan, but couldn’t stop India from enforcing the follow-on
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Declan Rice drove Arsenal to success. Now England have the perfect vice-captain
He may not be captain, but the midfielder’s leadership qualities will be needed at the World Cup — as they were during Arsenal’s title win
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Chelsea’s returning players: Who is in contention to play a part next season?
There are 11 players who are either due to join Chelsea or return from loans but not all of them will have a part to play at Stamford Bridge
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Our writers’ World Cup 2026 predictions: Winners? Breakthrough player? Best host nation? Shocks?
The players to watch out for, the games not to miss, how to expect the unexpected. Our writers gives their views on the World Cup.
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The Chicago mayor who said ‘no’ to the World Cup – a dome on Soldier Field was the last straw
Rahm Emanuel thought the proposed deal left ‘Chicago taxpayers as the dumb money at the table’. Eight years on, he hasn’t changed his mind
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The Blue Sharks, a team with a unique capacity to make Cape Verde fans cry
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture
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Understanding Saudi Arabia fan culture – ‘Football is emotional fuel’
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture
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‘Uruguay noma’ is a battle cry, a conviction that this small country can compete with anyone
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture
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Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 8, 2026, puzzle No. 623
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
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How to watch the women’s The HSBC Championships: Streaming options for the Round of 32
Find out how to watch the women’s The HSBC Championships, with time, TV channel and streaming information.
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