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East Bengal's mashal leads the way as they win chaotic ISL

East Bengal sealed their first ever ISL title and their first national league title in 22 years after a dramatic final day victory over Inter Kashi.

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East Bengal clinch first ISL title after late winner in last-day thriller

East Bengal fell behind to Inter Kashi early on but goals from Youssef Ezzejjari and Mohammed Rashid secured the comeback win and also the league title on goal difference.

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WEEKEND PREDICTIONS

Weekend predictions: Will Tottenham or West Ham stay up? Will Bayern win German Cup?

Relegation beckons in the Premier League for either Spurs or West Ham, while there's a David vs. Golaith battle happening in Portugal. Julien Laurens makes his predictions.

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Unai Emery delivers again as Aston Villa end trophy drought with Europa League glory

Forty-four years after beating Bayern Munich to lift the European Cup, Aston Villa have triumphed on the continent once more, and they have Unai Emery to thank for it.

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Cash: Prince William was drinking beer in the changing room after UEL win

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ASSESSING MAN UNITED

Man United Keep or Dump: Extend Bruno? Is Carrick the right manager?

Manchester United have been revitalised under Michael Carrick, but what moves do they need to make to take the next step? Gab Marcotti and Mark Ogden break it down.

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Carrick: 'Clarity' near on official Utd contract

Michael Carrick has said "clarity is around the corner" as the wait for his official confirmation as Manchester United head coach goes on.

East Finals - Game 2NY leads series 1-0

The Cavs were 'in the wilderness' after LeBron left: How they rebuilt, and why questions remain

The clock is ticking on Cleveland's core, even though the franchise is back in the conference finals for the first time since the LeBron James era ended.

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New York's best offense? Whoever just switched onto James Harden

New York's massive Game 1 comeback was built off attacking James Harden to a historic level. What can Cleveland do for a Game 2 counter?

Ranking every possible Finals series: Which matchup would be the most compelling?

Spurs-Knicks!? Thunder-Cavaliers!? As the top teams in the East and West battle for an NBA Finals bid, let's break down all four possible series.

INDIAN SPORTS DAILY UPDATES

East Bengal become ISL champions; para archery coach Kuldeep Vedwan sentenced to jail in POSCO case: Indian Sports, May 21

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on May 21, 2026.

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CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PERMUTATIONS

Liverpool vs. Bournemouth in a Premier League playoff? How historic 39th game could be played

Liverpool against Bournemouth in an historic Premier League playoff? ESPN explains how a first-ever 39th Premier League game could be played.

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How can there be 6 PL teams in UCL after Villa win

Aston Villa secured the Europa League with a resounding 3-0 win over Freiburg to win their first European trophy since 1982 and with that, they may have unlocked another Champions League place for a Premier League side.

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