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Two Iraqi brothers, aged 18 and 20, face trial at Essen Regional Court for allegedly raping their young neighbor on two occasions, with a verdict due in August. Musk replied to a post about the case with 'Execute them' and 'Murderous migrants must go,' earning over 100,000 likes but also sharp backlash for inciting violence. While supporters tie it to migrant crime concerns, critics see racism, against Germany's ban on the death penalty since 1949 where such crimes carry long prison terms.

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A heartbreaking assault on a 7-year-old girl in Essen has drawn Elon Musk's stark demand for the death penalty, splitting opinions wide open.

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During McLaren's 1000th Grand Prix celebration in Monaco, Norris said he has no plans to race like 41-year-old Lewis Hamilton, prioritizing family over a long F1 career despite his ongoing contract. The weekend mixed highs like his P6 in FP1 with lows, including a power loss that dropped him to P19 in FP2 amid McLaren's tough 2026 reliability woes. Still, Norris stayed upbeat, chatting with fans and signing merch, as the team eyes a turnaround defending his 2025 Monaco win.

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Lando Norris rolled into Monaco on a scooter, rocking a Senna-inspired helmet, but dropped a personal truth: he wants kids and life beyond the cockpit long before 40.

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On June 16, Cutral Có in Argentina's Patagonia unveiled a 26-meter, 70-ton statue of Messi in his Albiceleste kit, sculpted over 18 months by Aldo Beroisa to capture his 2022 World Cup celebration. Positioned along National Route 22, it has boosted tourism as fans flock to the site during the 2026 tournament co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. While locals call it a proud landmark for their humble captain, online reactions mock the awkward pose and likeness, comparing it to past flawed tributes like India's now-removed version.

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In a quiet Patagonian oil town, locals planted an 85-foot steel giant of Lionel Messi kneeling triumphantly with the World Cup trophy—now drawing selfies, tourists, and endless memes.

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Puerto Rican star Oscar Collazo improved to 15-0 with 12 knockouts, stopping short-notice replacement Neider Valdez at 2:35 of the second round to claim the WBO International flyweight belt in Oceanside, California. What started as a strawweight title defense shifted after Joey Canoy's visa issues and Valdez missing weight by over six pounds, with Collazo tipping scales at 110.6. The 29-year-old unified strawweight champ, who won his first world title in just his seventh pro fight, called out flyweight contender Ricardo Sandoval next while eyeing undisputed status at 105 before moving up.

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Oscar Collazo stalked his foe like a predator, then unleashed a devastating southpaw left that floored Neider Valdez three times in round two. The corner wisely waved it off, sparing their fighter further punishment.

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The Thai duo ENGLOT, stars from the 2022 Miss Grand Thailand pageant and GL series Show Me Love, reunited for LINE MAN's Grand Sale live stream on June 25. From a green-themed set, they shared snacks, laughter over Charlotte's accented Thai, and sleepy leans that had fans swooning. LINE MAN celebrated the duo's sweetness matching their deals, as clips of hair flips, side-eyes, and synchronized replies racked up thousands of views across platforms.

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Engfa Waraha flipped her hair with flair while Charlotte Austin beamed and greeted fans with a cheeky Korean 'annyeong.' Their playful glances and giggles turned a simple promo into pure joy.

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The Liverpool forward shone in Houston's NRG Stadium, assisting Brian Brobbey's opener and scoring twice early in the second half during the World Cup Group F match on Saturday. His form—five goals in five World Cup games—contrasts sharply with last season's seven Premier League goals amid Liverpool's fifth-place finish under Slot, who was sacked May 30 after a trophyless year. Fans recanted earlier criticism, with many calling Gakpo 'collateral damage' from Slot's rigid tactics, while new boss Andoni Iraola promises a high-pressing revival.

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Cody Gakpo tore apart Sweden with two goals and an assist, earning a perfect 9.7 rating in the Netherlands' 5-1 win. Liverpool fans now blame his poor club season on ex-manager Arne Slot.

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Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler proposed Christian Pulisic as a transfer target for Liverpool FC. He highlighted Pulisic's age, Premier League experience, and versatility as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah.

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The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix starts Friday at Spielberg, with Verstappen holding every major record there ahead of Sunday's 71-lap race. Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' standings with 156 points, followed by Lewis Hamilton at 115 and George Russell at 106, while Verstappen sits seventh on 55. Nostalgia runs high for Russell's 2024 win after a late Verstappen-Norris clash, complete with Toto Wolff's radio push and Russell's frustrated reply. McLaren's Norris and Piastri, last year's top two, add to the threat on this overtaking-friendly 4.3-km circuit.

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Max Verstappen arrives at Red Bull's home track with four Austrian GP victories already etched in history. Fans can't stop reliving George Russell's joyful 2024 upset and his 'Yaba Daba Doo!' celebration.

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The outside hitter signed with Ziraat Bankkart Ankara for the 2026/27 season after over a decade in Italy's SuperLega, including stints with Modena, Padova, Allianz Milano, and Sir Safety Perugia. Ziraat, winners of back-to-back Efeler Ligi titles and a CEV Champions League bronze, pairs him with stars like Nimir Abdel-Aziz and Trevor Clevenot. Ishikawa called it a thrilling new environment to grow in, while the club celebrated him as family. His sister Mayu, captain of Japan's women's team, plays for rival Eczacibasi Dynavit.

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Yuki Ishikawa, Japan's volleyball captain, is trading Italy's courts for Turkey's intense league. At 30, he's chasing fresh growth with a team fresh off titles.

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McLaren marked their 1000th Formula 1 race start in Monaco, where Bruce McLaren debuted the team 60 years ago, by displaying the original 1966 M2B next to Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri's MCL40. Eleven past winners including Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, and Emerson Fittipaldi joined the lineup on the start-finish straight, with team leaders Zak Brown and Andrea Stella front and center. The celebration featured a special papaya-and-black livery for the weekend, nostalgic engine revs, and friendly moments like Norris and Alonso strolling hand-in-hand under a '1000 GP' banner, setting the stage for practice starting Friday.

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Mika Hakkinen fired up the 1966 McLaren V8, drawing a surprised grin from Lando Norris as cheers echoed through the pit lane.

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The club has contacted Flamengo with a €9 million (£7.7m) offer for the 27-year-old Brazilian, who joined them last summer after three years and 101 games at Spurs. Royal helped Flamengo win Copa Libertadores and Brasileirão but has faced injuries and limited starts. For Unai Emery's side, he offers Premier League experience and versatility at right-back or centre-back, filling gaps as Matty Cash's deputies depart—all while staying PSR-compliant. Flamengo needs cash after a recent sale, and talks with agents show progress ahead of Brazil's Serie A restart on July 22.

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Aston Villa are chasing Tottenham's former right-back Emerson Royal back to the Premier League, eyeing him as smart depth amid squad changes.

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Oba Ewuare II of Benin has called for a traditional spiritual exercise on July 2, 2026, where worshippers will invoke ancestral powers against criminals plaguing the region, including frequent highway kidnappings and cult violence. Palace sources explain this supports security agencies rather than replacing them, building on a week-long intervention started after emergency summons on June 19. The ritual echoes a 2018 curse on human traffickers that reportedly reduced cases, though opinions divide between those praising the cultural stand and critics calling for modern governance and technology instead.

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On July 2 at 6 a.m., native doctors and priests will gather at the Oba's palace to curse kidnappers, robbers, and cultists amid rising insecurity in Edo State.

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The challenge featured stars like Xavi, Modrić, Kanté, and more, but David Silva and Mesut Özil stood out with zero UCL titles—Silva left Manchester City before their 2023 win, and Özil departed Real Madrid pre-2014. Fans debated hotly, with Arsenal jabs tying into their recent penalty loss to PSG. It's a playful nod to how even greats like these missed Europe's top prize despite packed trophy cabinets.

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Football fans dove into a tough grid of 20 midfield legends, hunting for the one without a Champions League medal. Guesses flew, with David Silva and Mesut Özil leading the pack.

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Blackpool kicked off their 2026/27 League One preparations by bringing in forward Dion Charles on a season-long loan from rivals Huddersfield Town. Charles, who started at Blackpool's academy before being released young, shone under Evatt at Bolton with 57 goals in 149 games but struggled at Huddersfield with just four goals in 55 appearances. He steps in to replace Ashley Fletcher and joins attackers like Jake Beesley, bringing over 70 League One goals from his career. Fans are excited, with the club teasing the signing as their first summer coup, while Huddersfield sees it as a fresh start for the curly-haired forward entering his contract's final year.

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Dion Charles is heading home to Blackpool, the club where he first kicked a ball as a kid in their academy. Now 30, the Northern Ireland striker reunites with coach Ian Evatt, who knows exactly how to unlock his scoring touch.

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The Bucks traded cash to the Magic for the No. 60 pick from the Wizards and chose 21-year-old forward Malique Lewis from South East Melbourne Phoenix. The 6-foot-8 athletic wing averaged 7.1 points and shot 38.7% from three in the NBL last season, drawing praise for his defensive versatility and transition play. In a post-Giannis retool, Milwaukee pairs him with lottery picks Brayden Burries and Nate Ament on a draft-and-stash deal, with NBL voices celebrating his global path from Spain to Mexico to Australia.

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Malique Lewis heard his name called as the very last pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, wrapping up a journey from Trinidad to Australia that caught the Milwaukee Bucks' eye.

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The spat started when a user mocked boys pretending to be girls, prompting Coach Olu (@olisaemekaG) to flip it: 'Are you saying women are foolish?' She called the trends silly, leading to the punchline where he agreed all men are rapists. Shared by Alabi late Tuesday, the screenshots racked up 68,000 views by Wednesday, with replies roasting the 'sacrifice' like 'Bro put his gender in danger just to win' and calls for an award. It's classic online absurdity, turning gender generalization debates into comedy gold.

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One guy torched his own gender with a deadpan 'Yes' to win an online argument—and X couldn't stop laughing.

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Piastri apologized right after the Canadian Grand Prix incident that cost Albon a finish and earned the McLaren driver a 10-second penalty. In Monaco, photos captured them laughing together during Friday's briefing amid serious faces, with Piastri's casual arms-crossed grin standing out. Fans celebrated the 'Pialbon' friendship, especially after Piastri reportedly apologized again at a restaurant, while Albon called the crash unfortunate with no hard feelings. Piastri finished P7 in FP2 as Monaco qualifying approached.

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Two weeks after Oscar Piastri's lock-up spun Alex Albon out in Canada, the F1 drivers sat grinning side-by-side at Monaco's drivers' briefing.

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The 29-year-old became a free agent on July 1 when his Fulham contract expired, despite their offer of new terms, following his best Premier League season in 2025-26 where he contributed a goal involvement every other game in 36 appearances. Leeds, who nearly signed him last summer before a deadline-day collapse, are now pushing hard with talks described as an aggressive approach, offering a long-term deal, pay rise, and signing bonus; he'd fit perfectly as a left-footed No. 10 or right winger alongside Welsh teammates like Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon. Competition is fierce from Aston Villa, Everton, Benfica, and even Champions League clubs, but sources say Leeds hold pole position for the creative talent fans see as key to climbing the table after last season's 14th-place finish.

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Harry Wilson lit up Fulham's attack last season with 10 goals and seven assists, and now Leeds United are making a strong move to bring the Welsh winger home on a free transfer.

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The seven-time champion dominated the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix with a perfect three-stop strategy, finishing ahead of Mercedes' George Russell and McLaren's Lando Norris for an all-British podium – the first since 1968. Kimi Antonelli's late engine failure handed second to Russell and boosted Hamilton to second in the standings on 115 points, trailing Antonelli's 156. Ferrari celebrated with trophy displays in Maranello, a 'Grazie Lewis' sign, and a photo of Hamilton with Carlo Ancelotti, while Norris praised the veteran driver and McLaren enjoyed podium hugs and buggy rides.

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Lewis Hamilton crossed the line 19 seconds ahead, fist-bumping his engineer over radio with a virtual 'Lewis 🤜💥🤛 Carlo' – his first victory in Ferrari red.

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A data post spotlighted Leclerc's rare F1 resilience—no three consecutive retirements across 177 starts—right after his double DNFs in Monaco on June 7 and Spain, where power steering and brakes failed from a P10 start. Fans reacted with superstition, some begging for the post's deletion while others trolled about his 81-point championship gap to leader Kimi Antonelli after a solid P4 in Canada. With Austria's high-speed Red Bull Ring up next June 27-29, all eyes are on whether Ferrari's SF-26 reliability lets him extend the streak amid teammate Lewis Hamilton's fresh Spanish win.

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Charles Leclerc just crashed out at home in Monaco and retired early in Spain, yet fans are buzzing over one unbreakable stat: he has never had three DNFs in a row.

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The Liverpool forward shone in Houston's NRG Stadium, assisting Brian Brobbey's opener and scoring twice early in the second half during the World Cup Group F match on Saturday. His form—five goals in five World Cup games—contrasts sharply with last season's seven Premier League goals amid Liverpool's fifth-place finish under Slot, who was sacked May 30 after a trophyless year. Fans recanted earlier criticism, with many calling Gakpo 'collateral damage' from Slot's rigid tactics, while new boss Andoni Iraola promises a high-pressing revival.

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Cody Gakpo tore apart Sweden with two goals and an assist, earning a perfect 9.7 rating in the Netherlands' 5-1 win. Liverpool fans now blame his poor club season on ex-manager Arne Slot.

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The three hubs in Passenga, Mirangine, and Wiyumiririe wards offer rural youth free computers, internet, digital training, and government services, funded by NG-CDF for 2024-2026 and equipped by the ICT Ministry. Kabogo called them centers of learning to support Kenya's goal of 1,450 nationwide hubs, while backing UDA by-election candidate Samuel Muchina ahead of the July 16 vote. Supporters praised the empowerment for job skills via platforms like Ajira Digital, but critics dismissed the basic setups as outdated cyber cafes in a smartphone era, sparking debate on rural digital gaps.

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In rural Nyandarua County, youth gathered as Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo cut ribbons on new computer labs, promising a bridge from local villages to global online jobs.

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Growing up in Georgia, Dvalishvili long dreamed of visiting Stamford Bridge, Chelsea's iconic home. On Friday, ahead of UFC London, he explored the locker room, pitch, and tunnel in a No. 135 shirt, sharing his excitement in a UFC Europe video. Chelsea FC highlighted the shared grit between soccer and MMA with their caption 'Different arena. Same mindset.' The fun visit contrasted with fan complaints about a brief earlier meet-and-greet, where many waited hours for just a short session.

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Merab Dvalishvili, the UFC bantamweight champ known as 'The Machine,' finally stepped onto his dream pitch at Chelsea FC's Stamford Bridge, wearing a personalized Blues kit with fist-pumps all around.

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Social media users are looking back at Minaj's signature curves from her Anaconda era, with some saying they seemed huge after the skinny model days but look normal next to today's BBL standards. A Beyoncé video of her brushing Jay-Z's hair—tied to her Cécred line and his afro transition for Blue Ivy—has Barbz claiming it's a jab at Minaj's old hair quips about him. The exchange revives tensions between the hip-hop icons, as Minaj's influence on curvier figures gets reexamined alongside evolving beauty trends.

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Clips from Nicki Minaj's 2015 performances are resurfacing, prompting fans to revisit her famous backside and question if it matched the era's hype.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin presented Petr Yan with the Order 'For Merit to the Fatherland' II degree during a Wednesday ceremony honoring top athletes. The award recognizes Yan's December 2025 unanimous decision win over Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323, reclaiming the bantamweight title for his second reign after knockouts, losses, and a comeback. Putin praised athletes like the 33-year-old Siberian for withstanding blows and boosting national pride despite sanctions, as Yan recovers from back surgery ahead of a summer 2026 return. Fans celebrated the moment online, with some hailing Yan's prestige and others voicing criticism.

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In the grand Kremlin hall, Vladimir Putin pinned a gleaming medal on UFC bantamweight champ Petr Yan's suit, sealing it with a firm handshake amid Russian flags.

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United launched Starlink on its first widebody transatlantic route Monday, with Flight 14 from Newark to Heathrow offering free high-speed internet to MileagePlus members. The airline has equipped over 400 planes already, aiming for nearly 1,000 by year's end and its full widebody fleet by summer 2027. Virgin Atlantic streams live sports like the 2026 FIFA World Cup gate-to-gate on one-third of its fleet, with over 40 airlines now using the low-Earth orbit tech that delivers speeds over 100 Mbps even over oceans.

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United Airlines passengers on a Newark-to-London flight finally ditched spotty connections for seamless streaming at 35,000 feet.

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Yasin Ayari struck twice from distance, including a stunner in the 7th minute, while Isak silenced doubters with his first World Cup goal on a solo run and set up Viktor Gyökeres for another. Mattias Svanberg added a quick sub goal late on, earning Isak Man of the Match in the Group F rout. Tunisia sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi hours later, hiring Hervé Renard—twice Africa Cup of Nations winner—as interim boss ahead of their Japan clash, leaving the group wide open after Netherlands-Japan drew.

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Alexander Isak burst onto the World Cup stage with a goal and two assists, powering Sweden to a dominant 5-1 win over Tunisia in Monterrey.

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Van der Merwe, a former Ekurhuleni officer who testified anonymously as Witness D before the Madlanga Commission on November 14, 2025, was killed on December 5, 2025, weeks after exposing alleged cover-ups in his city. A specialized SAPS task team tracked the suspect in Johannesburg on March 14, 2026, recovering the getaway vehicle and executing raids on linked addresses. The man, who once knew Van der Merwe, faces court on March 16, as officials and commentators call for pursuing any masterminds behind the hit amid the inquiry into criminal infiltration of police and justice systems.

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Marius van der Merwe testified about police corruption, then was gunned down outside his Brakpan home in front of his family. Now, South African police have arrested the suspected shooter.

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The Italian winger, signed from Juventus for £10 million in 2024, made just one Premier League start last season amid injuries and limited play under Arne Slot, who was sacked after a fifth-place finish. Now, with Iraola's high-pressing, direct style from his successful Bournemouth days, Chiesa is set to battle for a starting role and has no plans to return to Serie A unless Liverpool pushes him out. Fans are divided—some back his Euro 2020-winning class, while others worry about his fitness—but polls lean toward keeping him as pre-season looms.

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After two tough years on the bench, Federico Chiesa sees new manager Andoni Iraola as his chance to shine at Anfield.

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Back in 2022, Liverpool pushed for RB Leipzig's Konrad Laimer as a defensive midfielder amid injuries to players like Naby Keïta, but Leipzig blocked the sale. Laimer joined Bayern Munich on a free transfer in 2023, where he's thrived as a versatile player under Vincent Kompany. Liverpool instead signed Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, and Wataru Endo, fueling their recent push under Arne Slot—leaving fans to wonder about the road not taken.

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Jürgen Klopp dropped a transfer what-if while punditing: he eyed Konrad Laimer to lock down Liverpool's midfield, but Bayern won the race.

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The 21-year-old Orlando Pirates midfielder lit up the 2026 World Cup in Group A, subbing on to spark a 1-1 draw against Czechia and starring in a 1-0 win over South Korea that sent Bafana Bafana to their first knockout stage. Fortune called staying in South Africa a waste of talent after these standout performances, pushing Mofokeng to join a top European club like Percy Tau or Lyle Foster. While Pirates fans defend the PSL for building his skills, others see Europe as the next step, with no transfer bids yet but his value rising fast.

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Relebohile Mofokeng stepped onto the pitch in Atlanta and turned games around with his pace and vision, drawing a blunt call from ex-Manchester United star Quinton Fortune: it's time to go overseas.

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The 52-year-old coach joins from Limpopo neighbors Polokwane City, where he posted 23 wins in 81 matches and secured seventh place last term with solid defensive play. Gallants announced the signing Saturday via press release, praising his experience and leadership after parting with Jamil Benouahi—their fifth coach change since moving to Bloemfontein. Fans see it as a big win for Gallants but a loss for Polokwane, with some wondering if the salary justifies jumping from stability to the club's turbulence. Mohafe now aims to lift Bahlabane ba Ntwa beyond survival in the 2026/27 Betway Premiership.

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Phuti Mohafe, the steady hand behind Polokwane City's back-to-back top-eight finishes, makes a bold move to rivals Marumo Gallants just before the new season.

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The 45-year-old Frenchman joins on a two-year deal with an option to extend, bringing a decade of experience from Ligue 1's Stade Rennais to work under new head coach Fernando da Cruz. Sorin, a former pro with over 280 games, steps into a French-led technical overhaul at Naturena that includes assistants Mahmoud Abbas, Dillon Sheppard, and Julien Le Heran. After a trophyless 2025/26 season, supporters see his elite track record as a boost for keepers Bruce Bvuma, Brandon Petersen, and Fiacre Ntwari ahead of the Betway Premiership.

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Kaizer Chiefs fans lit up with hope after the club signed Olivier Sorin, a UEFA A Licence expert who's shaped keepers like World Cup hero Édouard Mendy.

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The 52-year-old coach joins from Limpopo neighbors Polokwane City, where he posted 23 wins in 81 matches and secured seventh place last term with solid defensive play. Gallants announced the signing Saturday via press release, praising his experience and leadership after parting with Jamil Benouahi—their fifth coach change since moving to Bloemfontein. Fans see it as a big win for Gallants but a loss for Polokwane, with some wondering if the salary justifies jumping from stability to the club's turbulence. Mohafe now aims to lift Bahlabane ba Ntwa beyond survival in the 2026/27 Betway Premiership.

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Phuti Mohafe, the steady hand behind Polokwane City's back-to-back top-eight finishes, makes a bold move to rivals Marumo Gallants just before the new season.

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TS Galaxy scored through Letsoalo's 7th-minute penalty, Sedwyn George's 18th-minute spot-kick, and Sphiwe Mvelase's 48th-minute strike, while Sundowns replied with two quick penalties from Brayan León. The shock result leaves Pirates on 65 points with a +44 goal difference, needing just a win over Durban City FC on Saturday at sold-out Orlando Amstel Arena to claim their first title since 2011/12. Fans are buzzing with chants of 'Once Always,' though some call for respect toward seventh-placed Durban City.

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Victor Letsoalo's early penalty set the tone as TS Galaxy stunned league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns 3-2 at Mbombela Stadium, handing Orlando Pirates a golden chance at the Betway Premiership crown.

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