Goal Baller: September 2020

Wednesday, 30 September 2020

USL team forfeits in protest, alleging anti-gay slur

The San Diego Loyal walked off the field in protest Wednesday night, saying a Phoenix Rising player directed an anti-gay slur at one of their players during their USL Championship league match.

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Chicharito axed by Mexico, three MLS stars in

Wolves' Raul Jimenez is in Gerardo Martino's Mexico 26-player squad to face Netherlands and Algeria while LA Galaxy's Javier Hernandez misses out.

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The incredible stat about Chelsea that will terrify fans if they lose to Crystal Palace

West Ham warned that Ross Barkley loan to Aston Villa paves the way for Declan Rice to sign for Chelsea – ‘It makes sense, unfortunately’

The incredible stat about Chelsea that will terrify fans if they lose to Crystal Palace

West Ham warned that Ross Barkley loan to Aston Villa paves the way for Declan Rice to sign for Chelsea – ‘It makes sense, unfortunately’

Mexico wins first match of '20 at empty Azteca

Mexico scored three first-half goals to beat Guatemala in El Tri's first match of 2020 at an empty Estadio Azteca.

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N.F.L. Week 4 Predictions: Our Picks Against the Spread

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2020 French Open: What to Watch on Thursday

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N.B.A. Finals Live Updates: Game 1 Lakers vs. Heat

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One of the Lightning’s Cornerstones Was Out. The Other Stepped Up.

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Man City make embarrassing gaffe as they name Kalidou Koulibaly in announcement for new defender Ruben Dias

The 20 most expensive Premier League transfers so far this summer – new Chelsea, Man City and Liverpool stars top list

Real Madrid reject Arsenal and Leeds transfer enquiries for highly-rated youngster Cesar Gelabert

Carabao Cup fourth round draw in FULL: Brighton v Manchester United and Liverpool v Arsenal among ties this week

Tottenham ‘fan’ makes stunning claim during talkSPORT rant as he wants Jose Mourinho sacked TODAY and Jamie O’Hara hired as Spurs manager

Premier League done deals: Every completed transfer in the 2020 summer window – Man City, Liverpool and Chelsea complete huge moves

Five academy graduates to start – How Manchester United could line up against Brighton in the Carabao Cup

The 20 most expensive Premier League transfers so far this summer – new Chelsea, Man City and Liverpool stars top list

Tottenham ‘fan’ makes stunning claim during talkSPORT rant as he wants Jose Mourinho sacked TODAY and Jamie O’Hara hired as Spurs manager

N.B.A. Finals Preview: Lakers (Expected) vs. Heat (Surprise!)

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With His Star Fading, Aaron Rodgers Flips the Script

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Baseball’s September Madness: 8 Postseason Games in One ‘Crazy’ Day

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Tuesday, 29 September 2020

Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn explains why Gunners should prioritise Thomas Partey transfer over Houssem Aouar

Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba should not play together if Manchester United want to challenge for Premier League title, says Danny Murphy

A Hotel Shows the French Open Is Another Sports Bubble That Isn’t

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2020 French Open: What to Watch on Wednesday

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For Serena Williams, the French Open Has Delivered Telling Highs and Lows

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Gotta go! Mourinho chases Dier during toilet break

An urgent trip to the bathroom for Tottenham Hotspur's Eric Dier led to his manager Jose Mourinho chasing him down the tunnel during their match.

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Draymond Green Doesn’t Mind Missing the N.B.A. Finals. This Year.

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Bad Call Sends Kristina Mladenovic Spiraling Again

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Twins’ Playoff Misery Continues, Courtesy of the Depleted Astros

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Thiago Alcantara injury: Jurgen Klopp reveals when Liverpool midfielder will return and be fit to play again

Mikel Arteta ‘a better coach than Frank Lampard, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer AND Jose Mourinho’ – as Thomas Partey and Houssem Aouar signings backed to take Arsenal to next level

Dele Alli told ‘get your arrogance back’ by Tottenham great Graham Roberts, who urges Spurs to play outcast ace in his best position

Arsenal on par with Aston Villa? Defeat to Liverpool a reality check for fans who hope for Premier League title, says talkSPORT host

Breanna Stewart Is Ready for the W.N.B.A. Finals, and the Election

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Arsenal on par with Aston Villa? Defeat to Liverpool a reality check for fans who hope for Premier League title, says talkSPORT host

Breanna Stewart Is Ready for the W.N.B.A. Finals, and the Election

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Naija sneakers reference Super Eagles team kits

Nike is looking to take its game up a level with the release of a range of sneakers that are an ode to Nigerian heritage.

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Manchester United will let Daniel James join Leeds on loan… but only if they sign long-term target Jadon Sancho in summer transfer

Tottenham make 11 changes and Chelsea start five new signings – How Spurs and the Blues could line up in the Carabao Cup

Manchester United make enquiry for Watford forward Ismaila Sarr who has been linked with Liverpool transfer, and also bid for Alex Telles

Manchester United will let Daniel James join Leeds on loan… but only if they sign long-term target Jadon Sancho in summer transfer

Manchester United make enquiry for Watford forward Ismaila Sarr who has been linked with Liverpool transfer, and also bid for Alex Telles

Ruben Loftus-Cheek can leave Chelsea on loan this summer, reveals Frank Lampard amid Aston Villa and Southampton interest

Meet the Biggest Prankster in Baseball: Yankees G.M. Brian Cashman

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The Celtics Have a Bright Future — and a Low Ceiling?

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Monday, 28 September 2020

Transfer history: Israel star joins U.A.E.'s Al-Nasr

Al-Nasr have signed midfielder Dia Saba from Guangzhou R&F on a two-year deal, becoming the first Arab club to sign a player from Israel.

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Patrick Mahomes Flexes Chiefs’ Muscle to Beat the Ravens

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2020 French Open: What to Watch on Tuesday

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Gold Cup: U.S. to face Canada; Mexico in Group A

The United States will face Canada, Martinique and a team to be determined in Group B of the 2021 Gold Cup after the draw was completed on Monday.

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Tampa Bay Lightning Win Stanley Cup in Pandemic ‘Bubble’

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With No Last-Set Tiebreaker, French Open Match Lasts More Than Six Hours

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New handball rule branded ‘morally corrupt’ and ‘shambolic’ after Eric Dier decision in furious Ally McCoist and Sam Matterface rants

Transfer window countdown: Man United need help; Barcelona a mess

Transfer deadline day is set for Oct. 5, but what do the big clubs in Europe still need to do before the window slams shut?

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Houssem Aouar to Arsenal transfer: Gunners captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang publicly backs signing of Lyon ace

Man City’s £62million deal for centre-back Ruben Dias confirmed by Benfica, with Nicolas Otamendi moving other way

Houssem Aouar to Arsenal transfer: Gunners captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang publicly backs signing of Lyon ace

Man City’s £62million deal for centre-back Ruben Dias confirmed by Benfica, with Nicolas Otamendi moving other way

Man City agree €68m deal for Benfica's Dias

Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign Benfica defender Ruben Dias while Nicolas Otamendi will join the Portuguese club in a separate transfer.

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Can't even watch that game again - Foudy on Sydney 2000

They were America's "Golden Generation"; the team credited with revolutionising women's football in the U.S. and, by extension, the world.

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Liverpool vs Arsenal betting tips: Salah and Mane have shone, now it’s Firmino’s turn to fire with goals galore expected at Anfield

Transfer gossip and football news LIVE: Man City agree £62m deal after Leicester mauling, Aubameyang wants Aouar at Arsenal, ‘ludicrous’ handball rules must be changed

The Premier League season is well under way, while there is still one week left of the transfer window.

Keep up to date with all the latest news and gossip and get all the best reaction to another action-packed weekend of football, in our live blog below.

Plus, we’ll also bring you build up to tonight’s huge clash at Anfield between Liverpool and Arsenal.

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Liverpool vs Arsenal betting tips: Salah and Mane have shone, now it’s Firmino’s turn to fire with goals galore expected at Anfield

Hockey Needs Viewers. It Should Not Glorify Pain and Violence to Get Them.

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Jackson-Mahomes III: ‘The Whole World Is Watching’

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The Best 60-Game Stretch in a Century Belongs to Ichiro Suzuki

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Sunday, 27 September 2020

Transfer gossip and football news LIVE: Man City agree £62m deal after Leicester mauling, Aubameyang wants Aouar at Arsenal, ‘ludicrous’ handball rules must be changed

The Premier League season is well under way, while there is still one week left of the transfer window.

Keep up to date with all the latest news and gossip and get all the best reaction to another action-packed weekend of football, in our live blog below.

Plus, we’ll also bring you build up to tonight’s huge clash at Anfield between Liverpool and Arsenal.

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2020 French Open: What to Watch on Monday

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Miami Heat Advance to the N.B.A. Finals

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Philadelphia routs Inter Miami in Higuain debut

Anthony Fontana, Ilsinho and Brenden Aaronson each scored one goal to lift the host Philadelphia Union past Inter Miami 3-0 on Sunday night.

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After a Halt, Then a Sprint, the Cardinals Land in the Playoffs Again

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Yankees’ Regular Season Ends With a Loss and Two Individual Titles

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Darnold Throws Three Interceptions in Blowout Loss

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N.F.L. Week 3: Russell Wilson’s Five Touchdowns Beat Dallas

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What We Learned From Week 3 of the N.F.L. Season

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Late Bamford header gives Leeds derby win

Patrick Bamford's 88th-minute header gave Leeds United a 1-0 win at Sheffield United in their Yorkshire Premier League derby on Sunday.

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LIVE: Tottenham host Newcastle

Tottenham’s run of four games in eight days begins with Dele Alli left out of the squad, while Son Heung-Min starts after scoring four goals last week against Southampton.

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Leeds claim late win over Yorkshire rivals Sheffield United but Aaron Ramsdale and Illan Meslier steal the show

Liverpool could be without Thiago Alcantara and Alisson Becker for Arsenal game as Jurgen Klopp sweats on injury of duo

Aulas: Aouar staying, Arsenal bid not enough

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has said Arsenal's bid for Houssem Aouar is "too far away" from the player's value.

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Liverpool could be without Thiago Alcantara and Alisson Becker for Arsenal game as Jurgen Klopp sweats on injury of duo

Manchester United urged to sign quality defender to play alongside Harry Maguire, as defensive woes continue in Brighton result – will it be Dayot Upamecano?

Thiago transfer shows Arsenal nowhere near challenging Liverpool for title unless midfield improves as new bid for Houssem Aouar expected

Manchester United urged to sign quality defender to play alongside Harry Maguire, as defensive woes continue in Brighton result – will it be Dayot Upamecano?

Thiago transfer shows Arsenal nowhere near challenging Liverpool for title unless midfield improves as new bid for Houssem Aouar expected

Dutch team's shirt sex toys sponsor approved

Dutch side FC Emmen will play the 2020-21 season with a sex toys sponsorship on their shirt after request was accepted by the country's FA (KNVB).

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Rising Star Football Edition: The new board game where you become a pro footballer

Sources: Barca closing in on Dest signing

Barcelona have had a bid of €20m plus add ons accepted by Ajax Amsterdam for USMNT defender Sergino Dest, sources have told ESPN.

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Schalke fire Wagner after 18 game winless streak

Schalke fired David Wagner after the team followed up their season-opening 8-0 loss at Bayern Munich with a 3-1 home defeat against Werder Bremen.

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Arsenal's reinvigorated duo, Aubameyang and Lacazette, key to chances at Liverpool

Arsenal have made progress in other areas of the pitch, but their hopes at Anfield will lean on the strike partnership of Aubameyang and Lacazette.

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Tottenham vs Newcastle odds and tips: Get Son Heung-min to score at 50/1

Liverpool vs Arsenal tips and odds: Get Liverpool at 20/1 to score in Premier League clash

Stars Beat Lightning in Double Overtime to Force Game 6

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Saturday, 26 September 2020

2020 French Open: What to Watch on Sunday

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New for This Pandemic French Open: Fall Weather and Lights

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'Too much' to beat Real and VAR - Pellegrini

The combination of Real Madrid and VAR was too much for Real Betis to contend with in Saturday's 3-2 home defeat, coach Manuel Pellegrini said.

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Anti-COVID spray stalls team's bus on way to win

Oxford United had to get taxis or use their own cars to get to their match after their team bus was brought to a halt by an anti-COVID-19 spray.

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Brighton’s Neal Maupay scores CHEEKY Panenka past Manchester United’s David de Gea after Bruno Fernandes trip Tariq Lamptey to concede a penalty

Barca's Koeman: I always showed Suarez respect

Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman said it was the club's decision to get rid of Luis Suarez and that he showed the striker respect.

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Brighton’s Neal Maupay scores CHEEKY Panenka past Manchester United’s David de Gea after Bruno Fernandes trip Tariq Lamptey to concede a penalty

Arsenal transfer bid for Houssem Aouar REJECTED as they are ‘too far’ from his value, claims Lyon president

LIVE: Manchester United travel to Brighton

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's United side are aiming for their first Premier League points of the season at the Amex Stadium against Brighton. Follow LIVE with ESPN!

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Ryan Fraser let down Bournemouth and his ex-teammates to take an ‘easy’ way out and join Newcastle, talkSPORT told

Rio Ferdinand urges Man United to sign Dayot Upamecano as ‘Jadon Sancho won’t solve their problems’ – but jokes another Ferdinand would cost £200m!

Ryan Fraser let down Bournemouth and his ex-teammates to take an ‘easy’ way out and join Newcastle, talkSPORT told

Rio Ferdinand urges Man United to sign Dayot Upamecano as ‘Jadon Sancho won’t solve their problems’ – but jokes another Ferdinand would cost £200m!

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer makes Donny van de Beek and David de Gea decisions as Manchester United opt against all-out attack at Brighton

West Brom v Chelsea live stream: How to watch Premier League clash – kick-off time, TV channel and radio coverage

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer makes Donny van de Beek and David de Gea decisions as Manchester United opt against all-out attack at Brighton

West Brom v Chelsea live stream: How to watch Premier League clash – kick-off time, TV channel and radio coverage

As the French Open Begins, Confusion and Fears About Coronavirus Dominate

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What a Sold-Out N.F.L. Game Is Like in 2020

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Brighton v Manchester United live stream: How to watch Premier League clash – kick-off time, TV channel and radio coverage

Andy Cole warns Manchester United to be wary of former Chelsea starlet Tariq Lamptey when Red Devils face Brighton

Miro Heiskanen Is Dallas’s Do-Everything Defenseman

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Friday, 25 September 2020

Manchester United ‘are much better’ than Crystal Palace display says Nemanja Matic, who predicts ‘very hard’ test against ‘great’ Brighton

Lightning Have Championship in Sights After Winning Third Straight Game

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Source: MLS,CONMEBOL face qualifier quandry

MLS has notified several CONMEBOL federations that it will refuse to allow players to travel to upcoming World Cup qualifers, a source told ESPN.

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Covid-19 Live Updates: U.S. Hits 7 Million Cases, Less Than a Month After Reaching 6 Million

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The Long Road to Fatherhood

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Home-Field Advantage Won’t Matter This October. Did It Ever?

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Liverpool's Carabao win sets up two Arsenal dates

Liverpool beat Lincoln City 7-2 in a fast-paced match to reach the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, setting up two home clashes with Arsenal.

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Former Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny finally apologises to fans for ‘disgusting’ Bordeaux announcement video

Manchester United warned that signing Jadon Sancho will NOT make them Premier League title contenders by club legend Andy Cole

Kepa Arrizabalaga v Edouard Mendy – Chelsea goalkeepers analysed and Frank Lampard has a huge decision to make

Kepa set to leave Chelsea on loan after Edouard Mendy signing with Antonio Rudiger exit also possible as Barcelona keen

Everton target Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero to challenge Jordan Pickford as No.1 after latest howlers as Moise Kean linked with Juventus return

Former Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny finally apologises to fans for ‘disgusting’ Bordeaux announcement video

Kepa Arrizabalaga v Edouard Mendy – Chelsea goalkeepers analysed and Frank Lampard has a huge decision to make

Kepa set to leave Chelsea on loan after Edouard Mendy signing with Antonio Rudiger exit also possible as Barcelona keen

Everton target Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero to challenge Jordan Pickford as No.1 after latest howlers as Moise Kean linked with Juventus return

What Manchester United must do as Brighton clashes and transfer deadline day loom with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer fighting for his future

Andy Cole insists Dean Henderson has NOT done enough to replace David de Gea as Manchester United No.1 – despite Spaniard’s mistakes last season

Covid-19 Live Updates: Stalled U.S. Stimulus Talks Show Signs of Life

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What Manchester United must do as Brighton clashes and transfer deadline day loom with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer fighting for his future

Andy Cole insists Dean Henderson has NOT done enough to replace David de Gea as Manchester United No.1 – despite Spaniard’s mistakes last season

Thursday, 24 September 2020

Pac-12 Will Play Football in 2020, Joining Other Top Leagues During the Pandemic

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Edouard Mendy: Chelsea sign ‘influential and great’ goalkeeper lauded by Blues coach Lollichon and recommended by Petr Cech

‘West Ham will be relegated this season’, says Jamie O’Hara as talkSPORT pundit reacts to David Sullivan interview

Jesse Lingard told to consider Tottenham Hotspur move by Andy Cole as ex-Man United striker reveals how Ole Gunnar Solskjaer handles criticism

Harold Evans, Crusading Newspaperman With a Second Act, Dies at 92

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Luis Suarez: The Barcelona and Liverpool ‘assassin’ – adored by Lionel Messi and Steven Gerrard – who is so good Gerard Pique doesn’t care if he bites

Arteta warns Ozil: 'Very difficult' to make first team

Mesut Ozil has not been named in any of Arsenal's matchday squads for the first three matches of the new campaign.

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