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'Solitude has become a notable, and worrisome, trend of our times'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Anya Jaremko-Greenwold, The Week US Published
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End of an era: is this the end of Manchester City's success?
Talking Point Premier League reigning champions face uncertain future after consistent losses
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Kelly Cates to present Match of the Day
Speed Read Sky Sports presenter to take over from Gary Lineker at start of next season
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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Saudi Arabia World Cup: have lessons been learned from Qatar?
Today's Big Question Human rights groups fear a repeat of issues at the 2022 tournament
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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David Coote and football's referee reckoning
Talking Point Disparaging comments made by the referee has led to questions about the bias of officials
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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The safety of Israeli nationals abroad
In the Spotlight Israel's president described violent riots and attacks on Israelis after Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv match as an 'antisemitic pogrom'
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Robert McCrum shares his favourite books on sport
The Week Recommends Writer and editor picks works by Nick Hornby, David Goldblatt and others
By The Week UK Published
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Thomas Tuchel: does it matter if the England manager is not 'one of us'?
Talking Point Appointment of a German head coach has raised questions about the failure to produce suitable homegrown candidates
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Thomas Tuchel to become next England football manager
Speed Read 'Divisive' German coach hopes to lead the men's team to victory
By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK Published
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After Tua injury, can NFL make progress on concussions?
Today's Big Question Dolphins QB faces calls to retire
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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The 'Swiss model' shaking up the Champions League
In the Spotlight Uefa says the new format offers 'greater excitement' but critics say boredom is guaranteed
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Gareth Southgate's England: a bittersweet swan song
In Depth History books will favour football manager who transformed culture of football in England
By The Week UK Published
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What can England learn from Spain's sporting prowess?
Today's Big Question Long-term investment in coaching young talent brings Spanish success at Euros and Wimbledon
By Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK Published
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The House of Beckham: why Tom Bower's book won't topple the Golden Balls empire
Talking Point Unauthorised biography of David and Victoria Beckham is met with tepid response
By Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK Published
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