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Newcastle's exertions in securing a 1-1 draw away to European champions Paris Saint-Germain in midweek, while Liverpool cruised to a 6-0 win over Qarabag at home in the Champions League, showed after the break.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

Rangers' 3-1 defeat in Porto summed up their European exertions this season.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

But Celtic faded badly in the second period after their midweek European exertions as Hearts filled the home crowd with belief that the Old Firm stranglehold can be broken.

From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025

The latest issue has centred upon Chelsea and City, who both wanted a delayed start to the new campaign given their summer exertions.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

Abel’s heart pounded with his exertions and excitement.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig