The Olympic flame goes out in Paris, officially ending the 2024 Games as Los Angeles takes over for 2028
SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — The Olympic flame goes out in Paris, officially ending the 2024 Games as Los Angeles takes over for 2028.
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Nigeria international eventually joined Galatasaray on loan
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Arsenal shirt deemed too white for north London derby
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Harry Kane: Now I want 100 goals to go with my 100 England caps
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