Putting the Blues in the red, white and blue.
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The deadline for formal bids to buy Chelsea FC is March 18. Expect some very rich US businessmen to be in the running.
Graffiti by the artist J.Warx in Valencia, Spain.
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It may be soft power, but it still packs a punch.
Facing penalties.
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Soccer’s governing body has long sheltered behind a view that the game is apolitical. Sanctioning Russia over invasion exposes why that doesn’t hold.
Vladimir Putin delivers a speech before the start of the first match of the 2018 World Cup at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.
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Vladimir Putin has built a state-led strategy focused on building power and exerting control across the world, through the use of sport.
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The benefits of sport for young people include not only health and enjoyment, but also an appreciation of many of the civic values and ethics that make our democracy work.
Football, as a mirror to society?
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As the Los Angeles Rams prepare to take on the Cincinnati Bengals, The Conversation takes a critical look at some of the biggest news stories from the past NFL season.
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Being a fan can be good for you – even in defeat.
When we think of sports, we often think of them at the elite level, like professional or Olympic athletes.
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A strong sport system allows for coordinated policy implementation, evaluation and outcomes related to health, citizenship and community development that are accessible and realized for all Canadians.
Shows of support for Marcus Rashford.
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How clubs and support teams can help deflect the negative impact of social media.
Outdoor swimming has increased in popularity during the pandemic.
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Cold water swimming is increasingly popular, but experts have tips for beginners on how to plunge in.
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We analysed data from almost 88,000 matches played over 26 years across 11 major European leagues. This is what we found.
Lamine Diack during the 15th IAAF World Athletics Championships, Beijing 2015.
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Lamine Diack’s life revolved around politics and sports.
Bolton Wanderers celebrating promotion to League One in 2021.
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The fan-led review into the English leagues could be a game changer.
Aboriginal All Stars at Football Park, Darwin.
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Physical activity and sport are important in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. However, there are barriers to these activities for some communities. How can this be addressed?
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The sporting world is finally opening up for all athletes.
Tennis star Emma Raducanu’s love of maths may help problem solve on court.
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A love of mathematics could help sports stars solve problems on court.
Facilities should work with community sport organizations and their personnel to develop return to activity frameworks.
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What are the best recommendations that would help mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission in sport and recreation facilities?
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Sponsorship is key to holding some of the most popular events in the world.
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More cups, more goals, more money?
The last frontier.
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In a world where transhumanists seek to use technology to save humanity, and even to defeat death, surfing reminds humans of our staggering insignificance.