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Could this Nigeria XI at the FIFA World Cup beat, say, England?

While Nigeria may be absent, Nigerian football will be on display at the FIFA World Cup, and ESPN's starting XI could beat quite a few teams on offer. England, maybe? USA?

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FIFA WORLD CUP

22 World Cup items, 22 stories

It has been a long journey, but here we can tell the story of the previous 22 World Cups through 22 items of memorabilia.

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World Cup's missing stars, from Cole Palmer to Trent Alexander-Arnold

The World Cup is a celebration of the best in soccer, but at this summer's tournament, the party will be just a little duller without these stars.

KNICKS TAKE CONTROL OF SERIES

UP 2-0 HEADED BACK TO NEW YORK

The Knicks solved their minutes puzzle just in time for a Finals run

Here's how New York embraced its bench and overcame one of its biggest obstacles to a title.

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Are the Spurs cooked? How the Knicks have slowed down Wembanyama

Let's break down Game 2 from all angles, then look ahead to a massive Game 3 in New York.

LATEST TRANSFER NEWS

Transfer rumors, news: UCL finalists Arsenal, PSG to fight for Gibbs-White

Arsenal could face strong competition from Paris Saint-Germain for the signature of Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Man United agree deal to sign Éderson

Manchester United have agreed a deal with Atalanta for midfielder Éderson, sources have told ESPN.

Højlund seals permanent move to Napoli from Utd

Rasmus Højlund has joined Napoli in a permanent move from Manchester United.

MONACO GP

'An incredibly difficult pill to swallow': Monaco's impact on Russell title hopes

A series of errors in Monaco has seemingly derailed Russell's season. He and Mercedes remain optimistic.

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Hamilton full of praise for Monaco winner Antonelli

Lewis Hamilton joked that Kimi Antonelli is catching his record Formula 1 win tally after watching the the Italian teen claim a fifth straight victory at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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How a new-look roster -- and an unstoppable rookie -- has Lynx atop the WNBA standings

No Collier, no problem! How Olivia Miles and the new-look Lynx have Minnesota out to the WNBA's best start.

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