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The best soccer cleats, balls, goals, and more

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Dana Davis

While you and your crew might not quite be FIFA material yet, the beauty of soccer is that it doesn’t take much money or setup to play a great game.

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We teamed up with the experts, journalists, and—in some cases—ex-professional soccer players at The Athletic to round up their personal recommendations on the best balls, boots, gloves, and more.

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Dana Davis

Today is Giving Tuesday, which makes it an especially good day to consider supporting the New York Times’ Neediest Cases Fund.

It’s also, apparently, Travel Tuesday, a totally made up holiday. That said, if you’re looking for things that can make traveling smoother, right now is an especially great time to get them. We rounded up some travel gear we love—from travel backpacks to luggage trackers to noise-cancelling headphones—that’s still on sale today.

What else is going on

The Cotopaxi Allpa opened to show the zip-up compartments on both the left and right sides filled with clothes.

The perfect weekender bag is a backpack

What was staff writer Elissa Sanci able to stuff in her roomy Cotopaxi Allpa backpack? A bulky dress, shoes, hair tools, toiletries, warm clothes, books, and granola bars—for starters.

The best gifts for coffee lovers

Expert approved mugs, French presses, and more for the caffeine fiend in your life.

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The best space heater

A lot of space heaters make you feel like you’re sitting in front of a hair dryer. Not these. Our picks can warm an entire room faster—and more comfortably—than other models.

the Danique Jewelry Custom Birthstone Bracelet

30 dAYS OF GIFTS

For the proud parent

Affordable and understated, this dainty bracelet is a good gift for moms and can be customized with children’s birthstones for a meaningful, wear-everywhere memento.

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Today’s best deals

Saatva Classic Plush Soft & Luxury Firm Mattress (Queen)

Deal price: $1249 | Street price: $1550

Offering a classic innerspring bounce paired with a cushy but understated Euro top, the Saatva appeals to those who want to nestle in, as opposed to feel engulfed.

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Harney & Sons Dragon Pearl Jasmine Tea (8 oz, loose leaf)

Deal price: $36 | Street price: $45

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This tea is great for those who like an aromatic green tea. When steeped in hot water, the delicate pearls unfurl and release a distinctly floral aroma.

Buy now from Harney & Sons

Superga 2750 Cotu Classic White Sneakers

Deal price: $30 | Street price: $40

The Superga white sneakers are a minimalist pair with a textured flair, making them great for everyday wear. Compared with other canvas picks, they feel more delicate and restrained.

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1More Piston Fit BT Neckband Earbuds

Deal price: $20 | Street price: $25

These budget-friendly buds sound and feel more expensive than they are. The thin, lightweight neckband rests comfortably around neck and coils for easy storage.

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