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NYC: Come To Our WNBA Comedy Show On July 15

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Bruno Henrique #27 of CR Flamengo celebrates with his team mates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group D match between CR Flamengo and Chelsea FC at Lincoln Financial Field on June 20, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

CR Flamengo v Chelsea FC: Group D – FIFA Club World Cup 2025

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South America Rules The Club World Cup

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino and U.S. President Donald J. Trump sign a football during a World Cup 2026 ceremony after a state dinner at the Lusail Palace on May 14, 2025, in Doha, Qatar.

President Trump Makes First Middle East Trip Of His Second Term

FIFA Says Yes To Racism

Players of Seattle Sounders pose for a team photograph before the MLS match against Minnesota United on June 01, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Sounders FC v Minnesota United FC

Seattle Sounders Players Protest For Fair Share Of Lucrative Club World Cup Bonuses

2025 Club World Cup