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UFC 305 takeaways: Du Plessis continues impressive run, Adesanya's future is unclear
Dricus Du Plessis cleared a major hurdle in legitimizing his reign as middleweight champion at UFC 305.
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UFC 305 fight grades: Du Plessis, Kara-France, Prates earn top marks
From close decisions to flashy finishes, we grade the best and worst bouts from UFC 305.
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WEEKEND REVIEW
Flick's dream Barça debut, PSG's post-Mbappé era
Hansi Flick debuted on the Barcelona touchline and PSG began life without Kylian Mbappé. Here's what else you missed across Europe on Saturday.
Havertz shows Arsenal they don't need to sign a new No. 9
Arsenal flirted with the idea of adding a striker this summer, but Kai Havertz demonstrated in their Premier League opener that he's up to the task.
Arteta: Arsenal showing willingness for another title challenge
Slot gets winning start with Klopp's stars, but midfield looks a concern for Liverpool
With no new signings, it was a case of Arne Slot playing a Jurgen Klopp XI at Ipswich. After a nervy first 60 minutes, everything finally clicked.
Did Arne Slot impress on his Premier League opener with Liverpool?
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TRANSFER TALK
Transfer Talk: Gündogan eyes Barça exit, Turkish giants circling
Barcelona's Ilkay Gündogan is keen to leave the club before the transfer window slams shut, according to reports. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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MUST-SEE PRESEASON ACTION
Patrick Mahomes dazzles with behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce
Jayden Daniels' best plays against the Dolphins
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THE PREMIER LEAGUE IS BACK
Recapping the first days of Premier League action
Arsenal to win it all, Slot to thrive at Liverpool? Bold predictions for 2024-25
The new season is upon us! What better time than now for some bold, spicy predictions for the 2024-25 European campaign? Our writers bring their hottest takes for the next nine months.
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LALIGA RETURNS
Real Madrid were already Spanish champions, and then they signed Mbappé. Is LaLiga ready?
Real Madrid added another one of the game's best players. How are LaLiga players and managers relishing the challenge?
All you need to know for LaLiga 2024-25: Real Madrid, Mbappe, Barcelona, more
Can anyone stop Madrid? How will Barca fare under Flick? Sam Marsden and Alex Kirkland tackle the 10 major talking points ahead of the 2024-25 LaLiga season.
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WEEK 2 PRESEASON
NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: Justin Fields injects life into Steelers' offense, but struggles remain
How did the Steelers and Bills do in their dress rehearsal? Takeaways from Week 2 of preseason games.
Fields somehow avoids sack and picks up first down on completion
Top Headlines
- Slot: Record-breaking Salah has years left at top
- Lewandowski double gives Barça win in Flick debut
- Saka, Havertz goals start Arsenal title tilt with win
- Leverkusen win Supercup for 3rd trophy of 2024
- Ronaldo scores but Al Nassr routed in Super Cup
- Du Plessis submits Adesanya to retain UFC crown
- Mahomes improvises with behind-the-back toss
- Alcaraz sorry for overreaction, destroying racket
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