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Superstars often leave Dortmund, but BVB inch toward Champions League final anyway

No, Dortmund don't have a Kylian Mbappe like PSG do -- BVB's best stars leave. But collectively, they were better in the Champions League semifinal first leg.

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Why Jurgen Klinsmann 'loves' Jadon Sancho at Dortmund

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U-23 ASIAN CUP 3RD PLACE PLAYOFF

MAY 2: IRAQ VS. INDONESIA

The Dutch-born quartet one win away from reaching the Olympics -- with Indonesia

A Dutch-born quartet are a win away from realising their Olympic dream -- but it could just be with Indonesia.

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Indonesia out of AFC U-23 running but Shin's youth movement could still reach Olympics

Indonesia's focus on youth in recent years is set to reap reward -- even if it won't be an AFC U-23 title.

2dGabriel Tan

TRANSFER TALK

LIVE Transfer Talk: Napoli eye new 'Kvaradona' deal amid Barca interest

Napoli are trying to renew Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's contract after Barcelona showed interest in signing the winger. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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AFC U-23 ASIAN CUP FINAL

MAY 3: JAPAN VS. UZBEKISTAN

Japan yet to hit top gear but could have timed AFC U-23 title charge to perfection

Japan may not have hit top form yet -- but they could still have timed their AFC U-23 title charge perfectly.

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Who are the Uzbekistan rising stars leading the charge for U-23 Asian Cup glory?

With Uzbekistan gunning to win a second U-23 Asian Cup, we look at the rising stars fuelling their title bid.

2hGabriel Tan

IS SLOT THE RIGHT MAN?

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Here's how Liverpool arrived at Arne Slot as the choice to replace Jurgen Klopp

With Klopp leaving, Liverpool must replace an irreplaceable coach. They've landed on Arne Slot, and digging into the data explains why.

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WHAT IMPACT WILL MONEY HAVE?

The NWSL has more billionaire owners than ever. Is that enough to hit the next level?

The NWSL's ownership ranks now include the billionaires behind the NFL's Giants and Vikings. Why did this happen, and what does it mean?

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Power Rankings: Kansas City still top, Orlando keeps climbing

The Current's fine form continued with a big win at Angel City, which keeps them atop our latest ranks.

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BAYERN VS. MADRID EVENLY POISED

Tuchel's tactics give Bayern hope of ousting Real Madrid at Bernabéu

Thomas Tuchel endured criticism from within his own club before Bayern Munich's clash with Real Madrid. But he's a man who loves being underestimated.

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Madrid prove to Bayern their Champions League mythical status

Tuesday's game showed why Carlo Ancelotti's side should never be counted out in the Champions League.

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