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On February 28, 2026, the U.S. and Israel struck Iran, killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and targeting nuclear sites, prompting President Trump to call for regime change while the Times editorial board labeled it reckless. Pai's post spotlighted Princeton professor Richard Falk's op-ed 'Trusting Khomeini,' which praised the cleric's moderate circle and dismissed Western fears, only for history to reveal Iran's theocratic turn with executions, women's rights curbs, and the U.S. hostage crisis. Users online highlighted the irony between the paper's past optimism and current criticism, as reactions mixed mockery of media misjudgments with debates over the strikes' fallout.

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Former FCC Chairman Ajit Pai shared a 1979 New York Times op-ed that optimistically defended Ayatollah Khomeini, just as the paper criticized recent U.S. strikes killing his successor Khamenei.

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In the Champions League round-of-16 first leg, Chelsea suffered a 5-2 loss to PSG after Filip Jørgensen's error let in three late goals, putting them on the brink of elimination. Fans blasted James for lacking on-pitch command while playing midfield, calling for Enzo Fernández—who scored to level the game and showed fiery leadership—to take the armband. While some praise James' support for teammates and past trophies like the 2025 Conference League, others question his consistency amid injuries, with the second leg at Stamford Bridge now a must-win.

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Chelsea twice fought back to tie PSG at 2-2, only for a goalkeeper blunder to unleash a 5-2 collapse that left fans turning on captain Reece James.

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Through his CR7 Sports Investments, Ronaldo joined a Saudi-led consortium to invest in the Segunda División team, currently third with 48 points after 27 matches and chasing promotion to La Liga. He praised Almería's strong foundations and growth potential, while consortium leader Mohamed Al Khereiji called him the greatest player in history who knows Spanish football well. It's a nod to his Real Madrid days, where he scored seven goals in seven games against them, and fans are buzzing with Real Madrid irony and promotion pledges. Sergio Arribas, Almería's ex-Real Madrid youth star, now shares an owner with his idol.

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Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese superstar, just stepped into club ownership by grabbing a 25% stake in Spanish side UD Almería—a longtime ambition to give back to football off the pitch.

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The 34-year-old Santos forward earned a spot on Carlo Ancelotti's pre-list for friendlies against France and Croatia, his first call-up since a torn ACL in October 2023. Ancelotti traveled to watch Neymar play against Mirassol on March 10, but Santos rested him for muscle fatigue, frustrating federation sources who questioned his fitness. The squad blends veterans like Neymar with rising stars such as Endrick and midfielder Gabriel Sara, who steps in for injured Bruno Guimarães; the full list drops Monday ahead of the March 26 clash in Foxborough.

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Neymar's name appeared on Brazil's preliminary squad list, stirring hopes for a World Cup return after over a year away. But when coach Carlo Ancelotti showed up to scout him live, the star was nowhere to be seen.

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Ahead of the Champions League Round of 16 first legs on March 10, fantasy players are rushing to make unlimited transfers, picking knockout specialists like Kane for his scoring streak against leaky defenses. Erling Haaland eyes vice-captaincy in Man City's trip to Real Madrid, while Liverpool stars like Mohamed Salah tempt punts despite the away test at Galatasaray. Top squads mix differentials such as Barcelona's Lamine Yamal or Tottenham's Dejan Hancko, setting up potential ranking shakeups across the eight blockbuster ties.

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With the transfer deadline ticking down, managers are betting big on Harry Kane to captain their squads in Bayern's clash with Atalanta.

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Bayern dominated Atalanta at Gewiss Stadium on March 10, with Michael Olise scoring twice and assisting once, despite injuries to Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies; they lead 6-1 ahead of the Allianz Arena return on March 17. Real Madrid followed suit on March 11 at the Bernabeu, where Federico Valverde's hat-trick stunned City 3-0 in the first leg of their tie, return set for March 18. Fans buzz with Bayern dreaming of revenge after Madrid's past knockout wins, like 5-0 aggregate in 2014 semis, setting up potential April 7/8 and 14/15 thrillers.

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Bayern Munich crushed Atalanta 6-1 away, then Real Madrid hammered Manchester City 3-0 at home—now these giants eye each other in the quarters.

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Mourinho, speaking at Monday's press conference, acknowledged Madrid's 15 Champions League titles while vowing to eliminate them after Benfica's stunning 4-2 win on January 28, sealed by goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin's 98th-minute header. The former Madrid boss from 2010-2013 joked about rejecting their shirt and affirmed he's a Madridista forever, yet wants Benfica to advance while hoping Madrid wins La Liga under new coach Álvaro Arbeloa. The first leg kicks off Tuesday at Estádio da Luz, with Arbeloa expecting a hero's welcome for Mourinho at the Bernabéu return.

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José Mourinho knows Real Madrid's pedigree all too well from his days as their manager. Now leading Benfica, he's fired up to knock out the 'wounded kings' in this Champions League play-off.

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Madridista Adeleke R. Bolanle posted Thursday dismissing Pedri's hype, saying he does average things while Bellingham shines—racking up nearly 1,800 likes amid Barcelona's 1-1 draw at Newcastle where Pedri struggled against Joelinton. Both 22-year-old midfield stars lead LaLiga's top two teams: Pedri with Barcelona's tempo control (2 goals, 7 assists in 13 games, 7.81 rating), Bellingham powering Madrid's attack (4 goals in 14 games, 7.75 rating). Fans split sharply—critics call Pedri overrated, defenders praise his artful simplicity like Kroos and Messi, as the rivalry heats up LaLiga's final stretch.

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A Madrid fan's bold claim that Barcelona's Pedri is just 'basic' next to Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham lit up replies fast. It hit right after Pedri's tough night in the Champions League.

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Spurs fan Ritchie Stunt captured images of a man resembling Lange—blond hair, black puffer jacket—in the square around 4 p.m. local time, hours after the Champions League defeat where young keeper Antonin Kinsky's errors led to a 4-0 halftime lead for Atletico. The club sits 16th in the Premier League, winless in 10 games and a point above relegation, fueling fan anger over Lange's recruitment and jokes about his trip amid the crisis. No word from Tottenham confirms his purpose, as pressure mounts before Liverpool and the return leg.

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Just a day after Tottenham's crushing 5-2 loss to Atletico Madrid, photos emerged of Sporting Director Johan Lange standing alone on Amsterdam's Dam Square, phone in hand.

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Daily Mail Sport published an article by Oliver Holt accusing Chelsea FC of fostering a culture of arrogance and indiscipline. The article highlights Chelsea giving Enzo Fernandez, who sang a racist song, the captain's armband and a centre-back accumulating 50 points on his driving licence. It links this culture to the team's high number of red cards.

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Palmeiras won their 27th Campeonato Paulista with a 1-0 second-leg victory over Novorizontino, making coach Abel Ferreira the club's most successful trainer with 11 titles. Flamengo secured their 40th Campeonato Carioca on penalties against Fluminense after a 0-0 draw, marking new coach Leonardo Jardim's first trophy. Sport Recife dominated Náutico 3-0 in the second leg for their 46th Campeonato Pernambucano, and Grêmio beat Internacional 4-1 on aggregate in the Gaúcho final. These wins fuel excitement heading into national competitions like the Brasileirão.

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Fans erupted in joy as Palmeiras lifted their trophy at Allianz Parque, while Flamengo's Rossi saved two penalties at the Maracanã to clinch a dramatic shootout.

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Payet joined West Ham for £10.7 million in 2015 and turned the team into Europa League contenders, scoring 9 goals and providing 12 assists in 30 Premier League games to win Hammer of the Year. Fans share memories of his free-kick magic, rabona assists, and a Ballon d'Or nomination while at the club, placing 17th in 2016. Some say his one electric season fits the meme for unforgettable peaks without endless trophies, while others argue he rose above it with individual honors in a stacked era alongside Hazard, Sanchez, and Coutinho.

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Dimitri Payet's dazzling 2015-16 season at West Ham still has fans pulling out highlight clips, arguing if he's the ultimate cult hero the 'Streets Won't Forget' meme honors.

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The 31-year-old England international joined Feyenoord on a free transfer in mid-February after leaving Chelsea, hoping to revive his career following a tough Arsenal loan. He debuted February 22 against Telstar, earning a 6.0 FotMob rating over 29 minutes in a win, then scored a 5.9 in a loss to Twente on March 1 amid similar critiques. Chelsea fans shared viral clips of his mishaps, while Dutch media questioned the signing and Feyenoord coach Robin van Persie defended him, asking for six to eight weeks to shake off nine months of rust. Some supporters point to his potential turnaround as Feyenoord eyes second place.

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Raheem Sterling chased a fresh start in the Eredivisie, but back-to-back substitute stints have brought shaky touches and fan mockery instead.

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Liverpool plan to pursue RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old Ivory Coast international with 10 goals and 5 assists in 24 appearances this season, as their top target when the 2026 window opens. His explosive pace and top 1% dribbling have drawn interest from Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Arsenal, and others, but sources say his camp is receptive and Liverpool believe the €100million fee is achievable. The move stands independent of Mohamed Salah's contract, signaling long-term squad building amid Diomande's rapid rise from a Chelsea trial reject.

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Yan Diomande's father cheers for Liverpool, and now the 19-year-old Bundesliga sensation might follow that dream to Anfield.

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Green, a +375 underdog, stuffed takedowns and used sharp boxing to dominate Zellhuber before securing a second-round TKO at 4:55 via ground-and-pound. The win improved Green's UFC record to 15-12-1 and marked his first finish against an opponent who had never been stopped before. Jubilant after the fight, he called out Nate Diaz, while fans praised his veteran savvy over raw athleticism. The performance highlighted Green's 29th Octagon appearance on a card full of surprises.

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At 39 years old, Bobby 'King' Green dragged down the taller, younger prospect and rained down punches until the referee waved it off. The crowd at Arena CDMX went quiet as the underdog claimed victory.

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The 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder earned man-of-the-match honors as West Ham beat Brentford 5-3 on penalties to advance to the FA Cup quarterfinals. Fernandes, West Ham's €44 million summer signing from Southampton, set up the first goal with a left-footed cross for Jarrod Bowen and dominated play with his tempo control and relentless energy. Fans of Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United, and others are buzzing about his maturity—likened to Declan Rice and Bruno Guimarães—while scouts eye him amid West Ham's relegation fight.

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Mateus Fernandes owned the midfield at London Stadium, his pinpoint cross sparking West Ham's opener in a gripping 2-2 thriller decided by penalties.

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Thomas Tuchel, England's manager, has decided to include Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo in the upcoming England national team squad. Mainoo's selection follows his recent strong performances, including two assists in his last three Premier League games and a standout display against Tottenham.

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Ash's video of the slime-covered panic over a forgotten March 1 deadline exploded with over 460,000 likes and 12 million views, capturing procrastinators' shared 'oh no' as non-leap-year 2026 sped up the calendar. Copycats piled on with their own deadline woes, but the mood quickly turned to spring optimism: cherry blossoms, gym selfies, and manifestations promising wealth, peace, and healing filled feeds. Even amid groans of 'how is it already March,' users embraced it as a fresh start with new goals and blooming petals ahead.

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A guy slathered in shiny black slime lies defeated in bed, staring at his phone as March 1 hits—captioned with the dread of a midterm essay due after forgetting February's 28 days.

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In episode 78 of the Philippine action-drama ROJA, now streaming on Netflix and iWantTFC, Donny Pangilinan delivers a gut-wrenching performance as Liam Roja cradles his dying mother after ruthless Emil shoots her during the La Playa Roja hostage crisis. Fans praise it as his career-best work, with clips of his breakdown drawing emotional reactions like 'When he cries, we all cry' and defenses against critics calling him a bad actor. As ROJA nears its finale with epic duels ahead, fan groups rally behind #DonnyAsLIAM, organizing live fanmeets amid the series' mix of betrayal, heists, and family secrets.

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Liam watches in horror as his mother Greta is shot right before his eyes, unleashing Donny Pangilinan's raw sobs and screams that have fans reaching for tissues.

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A video clip titled 'Neymar Jr • Barca Tape • 14/15' sharing Neymar Jr.'s highlights from his 2014-2015 season at FC Barcelona went viral on X. The clip prompted discussions on his peak performances, including 49 goals and assists in 51 games during a treble-winning season. Users debated whether Neymar surpasses Vinicius Junior as the greatest left winger.

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WhoScored data crowns Suarez the top-rated forward in Premier League history since 2009/10, with a 7.87 average from 110 appearances, 69 goals, and 24 assists. His 2013/14 peak included 31 goals in 33 games and an unmatched 8.43 rating, nearly winning Liverpool the title before a 3-3 draw at Crystal Palace. Fans share clips of his dazzling dribbles and finishes against Norwich, West Brom, and Manchester United, while some skeptics note goals mostly against lower teams and Liverpool's limited titles.

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Luis Suarez terrorized defenses at Anfield, leaving fans with hands-on-heads every week during his 2011-2014 stint.

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Johnson rose to fame at Destination Smokehouse in Murrieta, California, with his tender ribs and gumbo, especially after TikTok critic Keith Lee gave his oxtail a near-perfect score in late 2025. He left the spot in February 2026 amid claims of unfair treatment, including the restaurant trademarking his 'Tendernism' catchphrase, and a GoFundMe has raised nearly $44,000 from over 1,500 donors for his food truck relaunch. Now independent, he's booking private gigs like the Isley feast and teasing more adventures on his own terms.

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Walter Johnson, the pitmaster behind 'Tendernism,' plated fall-off-the-bone ribs for R&B icon Ronald Isley and his wife at their home, with Michael Jackson tunes setting the vibe.

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Tennessee tops the list for New York Giants slot star Wan'Dale Robinson after his breakout 2025 season, with rumors of a deal over $25 million a year. They're also targeting Indianapolis deep threat Alec Pierce, whose market could hit $27 million annually or a four-year pact over $100 million, and Green Bay's all-purpose Romeo Doubs, who's likely leaving after stalled talks. Teams like the Patriots, Commanders, and Raiders are circling too, as legal tampering starts Monday and the new league year hits Wednesday—setting the stage for big roster shakes.

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With NFL free agency heating up, the Titans are making bold moves to land dynamic wide receivers who could transform their offense overnight.

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Fans spotted Perry shooting what looks like a music video at the historic Spanish-style parish in Pomona, California, on Thursday. The footage from Deuxmoi's Instagram shows production crew at work, fueling talk it ties to her rumored single 'Watch It Burn' from early 2026 leaks, possibly for album KP7. Theories swirl around revenge themes with flame-like lighting on the church walls, though Perry hasn't commented and her accounts stay quiet on new releases. The sighting has fans excited, reminiscing her past blockbuster eras like Teenage Dream.

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Katy Perry stepped out of St. Joseph Catholic Church's arched wooden doorway in a sharp black pantsuit, surrounded by cameras and bright lights.

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On March 1, a UK account posted a fabricated quote from the Tottenham striker saying he would refuse to play the tournament in the US unless the war against Iran stops. Richarlison responded swiftly on X in Portuguese and English, clarifying he never made the statement, opposes all wars, and plans to play for Brazil. Brazilian and UK outlets confirmed the claim is baseless, while fans supported his quick response amid calls to suspend the hoax-posting account.

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Richarlison wasted no time shutting down a hoax that had him skipping Brazil's 2026 World Cup over US-Iran tensions.

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Carvajal joined sideline cheers for the 38-year-old Celta captain and La Liga icon during the March 6 match at Balaídos, where Tchouaméni scored first, Iglesias equalized, and Valverde's late rocket clinched victory. A fan labeled it 'populism,' prompting Carvajal's retort: 'That gesture means RESPECT, respect for a legend of our league. Values come above everything.' Fans split, with some praising his class toward Aspas' 500+ appearances, while critics questioned his energy compared to support for teammate Vinícius Júnior amid racist abuse.

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In the heat of Real Madrid's tense 2-1 win over Celta Vigo, captain Dani Carvajal paused to applaud opponent Iago Aspas entering the pitch—a gesture that sparked sharp debate among fans.

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Nottingham Forest shared a 74-second montage of Brazilian defender Murillo's dramatic clearances, from denying Everton's Dwight McNeil in 2023 to thwarting Savinho at the Etihad on March 4, 2026. The 23-year-old, signed for £11 million, has played nearly every match this season with strong defensive stats, helping Forest climb to 17th and five points clear of relegation. Fans adore his fearlessness, with some dreading his potential departure amid links to Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United.

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With the clock ticking in stoppage time at Manchester City, Murillo slid in to block a sure winner, keeping Forest in the fight and fans on their feet.

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