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During Thursday's press conference, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick cheekily referenced Real Madrid's shocking January round-of-16 loss to second-tier Albacete when questioned on Barca's wins over lower-division teams. He stressed respect for underdogs like Talavera and Albacete, while confirming his squad's readiness for tonight's first-leg semifinal at Atletico Madrid's Riyadh Air Metropolitano—a rematch of last season's 4-4 aggregate thriller. Barca, atop La Liga and strong in the Champions League, trained intensely with stars like Lamine Yamal and Pedri shining in drills.

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Hansi Flick grinned and fired back at critics: 'Ask Real Madrid' about Barcelona's easy path to the Copa del Rey semis.

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Liverpool claimed a gritty 1-0 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, snapping the hosts' 12-game unbeaten home streak with Virgil van Dijk's second-half header from a corner. Florian Wirtz stole the show, topping Liverpool's stats with 80 touches, 18 sprints, 12.1 km covered, and five shots, including a post-hitter and a smart save forced from Anthony Patterson. Pundits hailed his elite creativity—66 open-play chances created this season, second only to Yamal, Mbappe, and Olise—while fans and even opponents praised the classy atmosphere between supporters. The win bolsters Liverpool's top-four push in their Champions League chase.

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In a rainy Tyne and Wear downpour, Florian Wirtz danced through the green pitch, leaving a Sunderland fan in awe: 'the best player I’ve seen at the SOL in a very long time.'

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Sky Sports highlighted the graphic, showing Chelsea at 11 days since beating Brentford 2-0 on January 31, ahead of Arsenal (46 days), Manchester City (59), and others trailing far behind like Brentford at 2,048 days since July 2020. Fans bantered online, with Chelsea supporters celebrating their 'fresh haircut' status while rivals trolled Manchester United's 724-day wait and Frank Ilett's no-trim pledge nearing 500 days. The chart underscores the league's tough consistency demands, as top teams like Arsenal (56 points) and fifth-placed Chelsea (44 points) vie in a tight race where sustaining runs could decide the title.

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Chelsea claimed the top spot on a quirky leaderboard measuring days since each team's last five straight wins – just 11 days for them after their run ended.

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The ceremony at Kachrial in Akhnoor marked Vijay Diwas on December 16, commemorating India's 1971 victory and Bangladesh's independence. Sinha, joined by war veterans, veer naris, military officers, students, and locals, unveiled the flag installed by the Flag Foundation of India overlooking the Chhamb plains. Cultural performances by the Gorkha Regiment and tributes to martyrs underscored the site's legacy as holy ground where brave troops defended against heavy odds. Sinha called the Tricolour a symbol of freedom, self-respect, and sacrifices, inspiring unity and remembrance.

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Under clear skies near the Line of Control, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha raised a towering 108-foot Tricolour, honoring soldiers who held the line in the fierce 1965 and 1971 battles.

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Manchester United supporters argue over former manager Ruben Amorim's poor results and tactics, such as his 3-at-the-back system, contrasted with Michael Carrick's recent run of four wins and one draw in five games. Discussions highlight Amorim navigating challenges like AFCON absences and injuries without losses initially, while criticizing fan impatience and Carrick's aggressive attacking adjustments like switching to a 3-4-1-2. Specific matches referenced include games against Everton and West Ham.

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New £48m signing Jørgen Strand Larsen scored twice in 13 first-half minutes, rifling one in from Adam Wharton's pass and heading Jefferson Lerma's cross to put Palace 2-0 up. But winless-in-16 Burnley roared back: Hannibal Mejbri pulled one back in the 40th, Jaidon Anthony equalized four minutes later, and Lerma's own goal in stoppage time gave the Clarets a 3-2 halftime lead—the first such turnaround since 2009. Palace controlled the second half with 60% possession but couldn't score, as Burnley held firm to snag a vital win, climbing out of the drop zone while Palace dropped to 13th.

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Crystal Palace fans dreamed of glory after Jørgen Strand Larsen's brace on home debut. Then Burnley unleashed a wild seven-minute spell to flip the game upside down.

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During a Sky News interview, Nigel Farage was asked if Manchester United players qualify as economic migrants and whether they are on benefits. Farage responded by highlighting the team's poor recent results, affirming that the players pay taxes, and dismissing comparisons between high-skilled players on work permits and migrants on benefits. The interviewer noted that Manchester United owner Jim Ratcliffe does not pay UK taxes.

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League leaders Arsenal, with 57 points and a +32 goal difference, face mid-table Brentford in a tense Premier League match that kicked off at 8pm UK time. Mikel Arteta started an attacking lineup featuring Viktor Gyokeres up top, Declan Rice in midfield, and David Raya in goal, with key stars like captain Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka available on a deep bench despite injury doubts. Injuries sidelined Kai Havertz for a month and William Saliba with illness, but Arsenal's squad depth offers hope. The first half saw few chances as Brentford countered effectively, setting up a crucial second half where a win keeps Arsenal cruising ahead of City.

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Arsenal need a win to hold their four-point lead over Manchester City, but Brentford's stubborn defense kept the first half scoreless at Gtech Community Stadium.

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In his first season with Liverpool, the 22-year-old German playmaker leads all summer signings with 44 chances created, ranking second overall from open play at 41 and fourth in Europe's top five leagues with 66 total. Even Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris called him 'a problem, probably one of the best now in the Premier League,' while fans raved and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard said he'd have loved to play alongside his world-class talent. Despite some debate over his four goals and two assists so far, Wirtz's vision in tight spaces stands out as Liverpool chase silverware.

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On a rainy night at Sunderland's Stadium of Light, Florian Wirtz lit up the pitch, earning player of the match in Liverpool's gritty 1-0 FA Cup win.

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Ahead of Tuesday's Premier League match at Tottenham, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe insisted he's fully committed to turning around the team's eight-game winless streak after a 2-3 loss to Brentford. Sitting 12th with 33 points, the Magpies battle injuries to players like Joelinton and late fitness tests for Anthony Gordon and Lewis Miley. Despite fan boos and criticism, most supporters back Howe for his past successes like Champions League qualification and the 2025 Carabao Cup win, with voices like Mick Quinn calling for him to stay.

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Eddie Howe faced the press with quiet resolve, putting the club first by promising to walk away if he couldn't deliver for the players.

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Manchester United plans to offer the 32-year-old defender a new deal soon, extending his stay beyond his current contract's June expiry. After losing the captaincy and facing interest from AC Milan and Al Qadsiah, Maguire has earned his spot back as a key starter, showing leadership in Carrick's unbeaten run. A hamstring concern arose in Tuesday's 1-1 draw at West Ham, where he played on before a precautionary substitution, but reports indicate no major injury. Fans now view his potential extension as a boost for the squad's depth and leadership.

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Harry Maguire has turned heads with his steady defending alongside Lisandro Martinez, anchoring United's backline during a four-game winning streak under Michael Carrick.

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A viral clip from Manchester United's 2-1 defeat at West Ham on October 27, 2024, shows Dalot blazing over from a Bruno Fernandes through ball, a blunder that ramped up pressure leading to Ten Hag's sacking days later. Fans darkly humor that the miss also doomed Amorim, fired in January 2026, though some defend Dalot's smart runs. Now steady under interim boss Michael Carrick—with new signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha to sharpen finishing—United head to the London Stadium on a three-win streak, aiming to bury the memory.

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Diogo Dalot's shank from six yards out in last year's West Ham loss feels like a ghost returning tonight. Fans joke it cost Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim their jobs.

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