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Haaland can single-handedly keep Man City on top -- and his club is doomed if he ever stops

Erling Haaland scored twice for Man City in their opening win of the Champions League, and it's clear they'd be in trouble without him.

3hMark Ogden
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Despite victory, Real Madrid have a long way to go under Mourinho

Real Madrid were fortunate to defeat Inter Milan, showing how much work remains for Jose Mourinho if they are to win the Champions League.

3hAlex Kirkland

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BALLON D'OR 2025

2026 Ballon d'Or: Full men's, women's short lists, host city change, more

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Kane, Mbappé lead 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist

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Women's Ballon d'Or: Putellas, Shaw nominated

11hShubi Arun

NBA

AROUND THE ASSOCIATION

Haliburton, Irving and other NBA superstar injury returns to watch for the 2026-27 season

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NBA offseason recap and early-season previews: Team-by-team primers

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US OPEN

Zheng Qinwen's improbable run at the US Open

1dD'Arcy Maine
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Quarterfinal preview: Can Ben Shelton topple Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open?

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NFL

WEEK 1

We asked NFL execs to predict 2026 award winners: Here's who they picked for MVP, other hardware

15hJeremy Fowler
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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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Passan's MLB expansion update: Which cities are the favorites for next teams?

14hJeff Passan

TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Man City eye move for Atleti's Baena

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

6dSam Tighe

FIBA BASKETBALL WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

WILD WEEK 1

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

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

2dHeather Dinich

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