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UFC 284: Islam Makhachev out to cement 'legacy' against Volkanovski
UFC lightweight title-holder talks to 'The National' about his highly anticipated clash with pound-for-pound No 1 on February 12
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Xavi wants Barca to carry on 'extraordinary' form against Sevilla

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Benzema injury 'very light,' says Real Madrid boss Ancelotti

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Wydad aim to emulate Casablanca rivals at Fifa Club World Cup

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Sean Dyche: Not everyone wanted me at Everton

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Ten Hag: League Cup final 'not an achievement' unless Man United win trophy

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Dubai Capitals heading for exit in ILT20 after resounding loss to Dubai Vipers

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Galtier 'not too worried' over Mbappe injury as PSG beat Montpellier

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Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Players, dates and how to get tickets

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Deadline day recap: Chelsea agree British record deal for Fernandez

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Could UAE batting sensation Muhammad Waseem play in IPL?

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Who is Yasser Al Misehal - the Saudi joining Fifa Council?

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