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Friday, 14 August 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 03:25 CST
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Quiz: Name every men's World Cup final host city

The World Cup final is where heroes are made and dreams come true for players and fans alike. Can you name every city that has ever hosted the showpiece?

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Clear-cut to punish DeChambeau - R&A boss

The two-shot penalty given to Bryson DeChambeau at the Open is a "clear-cut decision" and Donald Trump has not called the R&A, says CEO Mark Darbon.

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Northants edge Somerset thriller to make Blast final

Northamptonshire Steelbacks beat defending champions Somerset by 17 runs to book their place in the T20 Blast final at Edgbaston.

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Life after Kane - are England facing a false nine future?

Are England facing the prospect of using a false nine up front once record scorer Harry Kane calls time on his international career?

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World Cup winner Capdevila appeals to Trump after US travel permit denied

Former Spain international Joan Capdevila has made a plea to US President Donald Trump for help after he says he was denied a travel permit to enter the United States before Sunday's World Cup final.

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Askren set to fight a year after almost dying

Former UFC fighter Ben Askren is set to complete a remarkable recovery by competing in a wrestling match on Saturday - a year after he almost died.

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Why DeChambeau was hit with a two-stroke penalty at The Open

Bryson DeChambeau has been hit with a costly two-stroke penalty following his second round at The Open Championship for illegally improving his lie on the fifth hole. Following a lengthy review with officials at Royal Birkdale, the American saw his s

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A bit 'blah' or a worthy host? Is MetLife right World Cup final choice?

North America correspondent Nada Tawfik explores the decision to award the World Cup final to MetLife Stadium amid competition from rival venues.

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All Blacks leave Irish with familiar sinking feeling

After a six-try defeat by New Zealand in Eden Park, Ireland have now lost six games in a row against the All Blacks, France and South Africa.

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All Blacks punish Ireland in dominant Eden Park win

Ruthless New Zealand score five tries to overwhelm Ireland and preserve their 32-year unbeaten run at Eden Park in a largely one-sided Nations Championship contest.

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The harrowing dark side of England's World Cup exit

During a major football tournament such as the World Cup, some women and girls are constantly living in fear - because domestic abuse rises when England play, research shows.

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Messi and Brady in disbelief over 'prophetic' Lamine Yamal photo

Argentina's Lionel Messi says it is "crazy" to be facing Spain's Lamine Yamal in a World Cup final after being photographed with him as a baby.

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Clark makes history with 45 points and 10 assists

Caitlin Clark becomes the first player in WNBA history to produce over 40 points and 10 assists as Indiana Fever defeat Seattle Storm.

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More games and more controversy - has World Cup been a success?

From high ticket prices to hydration breaks, new laws and political interventions, there has rarely been a dull moment at the 2026 World Cup.

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How Villa's record signing Manzambi can spearhead new era

It is a new era for Aston Villa - and Johan Manzambi, who has just joined in a club record deal worth more than £50m - will be one of the poster boys.

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