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If England are going to win the World Cup, it's because of Harry Kane

England head coach Thomas Tuchel believes his side are ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite recent poor results and injuries. (1:19) LONDON -- There is a credible debate over whether England can win the World Cup with Harry Kane. Tuesday's 1-0 home defeat to Japan…

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Follow live: USMNT takes on Portugal after Belgium loss

Portugal outclasses U.S. amid Pulisic goal drought Marcotti: Pochettino should want answers about Crocker's resignation England to face New Zealand in Tampa, Costa Rica in Orlando in World Cup warm-ups Should England fans be concerned with Thomas Tuchel's selections?

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MLBPA preparing war chest, assets up to $519M

MLB players are preparing their potential war chest for a potential lockout and have increased their total assets to $519 million.

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'Scotland fans can fret - but they need to keep perspective too'

There is a section of Scotland supporters who have taken to booing the head coach and the team. With a World Cup coming, they need to keep perspective, writes Tom English.

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Three top-20 teams played, no wins. Should Tuchel be concerned?

England have not beaten a side ranked in the top 20 under Tuchel and head into the World Cup with questions about their performance.

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Tiger pleads not guilty to rollover crash charges

Tiger Woods entered a plea of not guilty on Tuesday to charges of misdemeanor DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test. The golf legend rolled over his SUV in a crash Friday afternoon.

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Italy miss out on 3rd-straight WC in shootout loss

Italy has missed out on a third-consecutive World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout on Tuesday in Zenica.

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Angry Wales boss Bellamy shows his new old self

Craig Bellamy showed his fiery temper for the first time as Wales boss in their Northern Ireland draw - a rage that was evident during his playing days.

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2026 World Cup European playoffs, live updates: Bosnia-Italy going to penalties

Enjoy all the moments from Tuesday's 2026 World Cup European playoffs as eight teams look to qualify for four spots at this summer's tournament.

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Meet the World Cup debutants: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan tell their stories

Experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup help us get acquainted with their country.

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Türkiye win playoff to set up USMNT clash at WCup

Türkiye beat Kosovo in Tuesday's European playoff final to secure a berth at the 2026 World Cup and a place alongside co-hosts the United States in Group D.

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Hurley: I thought ref was looking to 'chest bump'

UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed his bizarre interaction with an official at the end of Sunday's NCAA tournament victory against Duke, saying he thought the referee was looking to "chest bump me to celebrate."

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Police: Fight preceded shooting by cornhole pro

An argument over "drugs, guns and a woman" allegedly preceded a quadruple amputee cornhole player's fatal shooting of a passenger in his vehicle last week, according to a court document obtained by ESPN.

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OSU's Day likens CFB to dinosaurs: 'Adapt or die'

Ohio State coach Ryan Day drew parallels between the evolving state of college football and when dinosaurs faced their extinction-level event. "Either adapt or you die," he said.

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Man City lead Man Utd in Anderson race - Wednesday's gossip

Manchester City lead Manchester United in the race for Elliot Anderson, the Red Devils receive a boost in their pursuit of Sandro Tonali, Liverpool want Francisco Conceicao to replace Mohamed Salah, plus more.

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Sources: WNBA's Parker, Delle Donne make HOF

Former WNBA MVPs and champions Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with former NBA star A'mare Stoudemire and current coach Doc Rivers, will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in the Class of 2026.

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NFL owners OK replacement ref contingency plan

Peter Schrager provides behind-the-scenes insight on the NFL's preparation for replacement officials. (2:28) PHOENIX -- NFL owners approved two significant changes to the league's replay review system Tuesday, one that is contingent on the NFL using replacement…

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Glenn: QB Smith will lead Jets to 'promised land'

Jets coach Aaron Glenn declared Tuesday that quarterback Geno Smith is "the guy that's going to lead us to the promised land."

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Pats' Vrabel doesn't dismiss Brown trade chatter

As speculation swirls, coach Mike Vrabel didn't rule out the possibility of the Patriots possibly acquiring receiver A.J. Brown in a trade with the Eagles.

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Coen, Saleh agree: No beef over sign stealing

There isn't any lingering animosity between Liam Coen and Robert Saleh from the sign-stealing dustup the two coaches had last September.

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