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Real Madrid beat Benfica 2-1 at home for a 3-1 aggregate win, advancing to the Champions League round of 16. Benfica scored first through Rafa Silva in the 14th minute, but Aurélien Tchouaméni equalized two minutes later with a header, and Vinícius sealed it late. His repeated celebration referenced an alleged monkey slur by Benfica's banned winger Gianluca Prestianni, whom he reportedly targeted—Prestianni admitted the word to teammates but denied racism, while Benfica called the report false. As the round-of-16 draw nears, Courtois and Arbeloa joked about drawing Manchester City again.

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Vinícius Júnior curled home the winner in the 80th minute, then struck his signature pose again—arms out, chest puffed—to ignite the Bernabéu crowd.

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Barcelona posted a photo of Rashford training sharply, captioned 'We know you want to see Rashy in training. 😊,' fueling excitement over turning his January loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million summer deal. Reliable reports from Fabrizio Romano confirm Barca's long-term interest and progress on personal terms, though United refuses any discount on the buy option while Barca pushes to negotiate due to budget constraints. Rashford, thriving in Spain at 28, is open to a wage cut to stay, as United fans debate cashing in on their academy star after his form struggles back home.

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Marcus Rashford looks right at home in Barcelona's Blaugrana kit, knee brace on, flying through training drills. The club's cheeky post has fans dreaming of a forever stay in Catalonia.

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In Tuesday's Benfica vs. Real Madrid game, Vinicius told the referee that 20-year-old Gianluca Prestianni used a slur against him; Prestianni denied it and regretted threats from Madrid players. Benfica coach Jose Mourinho suggested Vinicius's celebrations draw backlash, prompting Vinicius to call out cowards online. Nigerian Barca supporters faced mockery online, with posts like one quipping a Nigerian fan justifies every Argentine crime, tying into Messi loyalty and past Argentina scandals. Defenders see it as a lazy stereotype, while others note Barca players like Lamine Yamal face racism too.

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Vinicius Jr. accused a Benfica player of a racial slur during a Champions League match, halting play for 10 minutes. Nigerian Barcelona fans caught heat for seeming to downplay it amid fierce rivalries.

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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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Tottenham Hotspur signed Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for €60 million. Simons has scored 1 goal in 21 Premier League appearances this season.

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In an interview on WithChude, TV host IK Osakioduwa praised Frank Edoho as Nigeria's best MC and shared that Edoho advised him to raise his hosting fees from N450k to N850k. IK also discussed rejecting endorsement deals from alcohol and tobacco brands due to his faith and family-friendly image.

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On February 20, farmers from Ghana's Western North Region rallied at COCOBOD in Accra against a mid-season price drop from GH¢3,625 to GH¢2,587 per 64kg bag, triggered by global cocoa prices falling over 70% to around $3,200 per tonne. Placards highlighted broken promises of GH¢6,000 or GH¢7,000, while COCOBOD assured ongoing payments of over GH¢1.09 billion in arrears. The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference demanded using surpluses to protect farmers, as government leaders cited massive debt and market woes, and opposition accused betrayal of election pledges amid cocoa's role in 30% of export earnings.

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Elderly farmers, including an 84-year-old, traveled over 11 hours to COCOBOD headquarters, vowing to camp out until they meet the CEO over slashed earnings.

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Brazil will face Egypt in a pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendly match at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio. The game is part of the Road to '26 series.

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Supporters pointed out Messi's lead with 51 finals appearances, 35 goals, and 17 assists—52 total contributions—compared to Ronaldo's 40 appearances, 25 goals, and 2 assists. Verified data shows Messi's efficiency at a goal contribution every 91 minutes versus Ronaldo's 134, with edges in club and international finals too. Ronaldo fans countered with his penalty record, but the exchange filled timelines with memes, comparisons, and endorsements from figures like Fortnite's Peterbot affirming Messi's superiority.

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A post listing big-game players skipped Lionel Messi, prompting fans to share his unmatched finals stats and reignite the Messi-Ronaldo rivalry.

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Celtic FC came from 2-0 down at halftime to win 3-2 against Rangers at Ibrox. Julian Araujo scored the decisive goal in the 97th minute.

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Trade accounts claim Telugu director Puri Jagannadh recently narrated a script to Tamil superstar Suriya, who loved the vision and locked the project. This would be another Tamil-Telugu crossover for Jagannadh after his Vijay Sethupathi film Slumdog: 33 Temple Road, blending his mass entertainer flair from hits like Pokiri with Suriya's versatile roles in Jai Bhim and Kanguva. While excitement builds with shared images and fan edits, no official word has come from Suriya's team or Jagannadh's banner, leaving past decade-old rumors in mind. Some fans express caution over music choices, but many see it as a long-awaited mass combo.

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Imagine Suriya's intense energy paired with Puri Jagannadh's explosive action style—fans are buzzing over reports of a script narration that left the star impressed.

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Infantino stepped in after the FIFA corruption scandal that ended Sepp Blatter's reign, promising reforms that supporters say delivered: revenues over $7 billion, billions invested in grassroots via FIFA Forward, tech like VAR, and expanded events including the 48-team 2026 World Cup. Confederations from Brazil to Africa thanked him for infrastructure, anti-racism efforts, and youth programs, while critics highlight player union clashes, high ticket prices, and ethics concerns. Re-elected unopposed through 2027, his leadership faces its next test with the massive North American tournament ahead.

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On the exact anniversary of his 2016 election, Gianni Infantino received global praise from football leaders, legends like Totti and Puyol, and even Tom Brady for growing the game.

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Journalist Ben Jacobs revealed on The United Stand podcast that club officials held internal talks about the 53-year-old Spaniard, whose contract runs until the 2026 World Cup. This follows Ruben Amorim's sacking in January, with interim boss Michael Carrick unbeaten in the Premier League so far and earning Manager of the Month. Other names on the list include Julian Nagelsmann and Roberto De Zerbi, though fans heavily oppose Martínez, citing his Everton and Belgium records, while showing more enthusiasm for Nagelsmann.

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Manchester United's board has quietly discussed Portugal coach Roberto Martínez as a potential summer hire, stirring surprise amid their ongoing search.

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On February 20, Ndukwu posted about Cape Verde's low rents, affordable food, top security, and easy flights abroad, contrasting it with Nigeria's 30% inflation and low $1,080 GDP per capita. Critics called it shameful for Africa's most populous nation to eye a tiny country of 530,000, with some Cape Verdeans warning it would strain local resources amid new visa hurdles for Nigerians. Defenders pointed out Cape Verde's own diaspora and higher $5,300 GDP per capita, turning the post into a raw debate on emigration pains and national pride.

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Travel creator Steven Ndukwu stood amid Cape Verde's stunning beaches, urging cash-strapped Nigerians to move for cheap living and safety—sparking a wave of heated pushback.

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Barcelona posted a photo of Rashford training sharply, captioned 'We know you want to see Rashy in training. 😊,' fueling excitement over turning his January loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million summer deal. Reliable reports from Fabrizio Romano confirm Barca's long-term interest and progress on personal terms, though United refuses any discount on the buy option while Barca pushes to negotiate due to budget constraints. Rashford, thriving in Spain at 28, is open to a wage cut to stay, as United fans debate cashing in on their academy star after his form struggles back home.

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Marcus Rashford looks right at home in Barcelona's Blaugrana kit, knee brace on, flying through training drills. The club's cheeky post has fans dreaming of a forever stay in Catalonia.

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The 23-year-old Belgian, signed from Royal Antwerp last September for £18.2 million, earned man-of-the-match honors on February 23 with four saves, two high claims, and commanding five corners in United's gritty 1-0 Premier League win at Everton. His heroics kept a clean sheet—United's fourth in six away wins—and drew comparisons to David de Gea, with fans feeling safe behind his veteran-like presence. Meanwhile, loanee André Onana eyes a May return to fight for the No.1 spot, but club sources say there's no plan to reintegrate him, fueling a growing keeper debate.

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In the tunnel before kickoff, young keeper Senne Lammens kissed the Manchester United badge over and over, winning hearts before even making a save.

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Shehu Dikko met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss the AFCON verdict escalated to FIFA and sports contribution to Nigeria's GDP, and presented a special Super Eagles jersey in appreciation of the president's support for sports development. President Tinubu approved the constitution of the board for Nigeria's anti-doping agency.

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Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie put Arsenal ahead early against bottom-of-the-table Wolves, but Hugo Bueno and Tom Edozie's 94th-minute strike forced a 2-2 draw. The slip keeps Arsenal top with 58 points from 27 games, but Manchester City trail by five points from 26 matches with a game in hand. Fans resurfaced Rodri's May 2024 pitchside comment after City's title win, where he tapped his temple and said Arsenal 'don't want to beat us' and settle for draws—prompting rival cheers of 'Bottlers FC' while some Gunners supporters pushed back.

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Arsenal cruised to a 2-0 lead at Molineux, only for Wolves to claw back with a debut stunner in stoppage time. Rivals quickly revived Rodri's sharp words on the Gunners' mentality.

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The video, reposted widely on X, sets a minimum of 5,000 cedis—about $450 USD—for working men and 1,000 cedis for students, but it quickly drew roasts amid Ghana's economy where monthly minimum wage is just 565 cedis. Critics called it tone-deaf, mocked her style and tattoo, and accused hypocrisy in accepting less from foreign suitors, while memes labeled it 'nonsense.' A few women backed the push for big gestures on special days, but the backlash highlights tensions over love versus cash as everyday costs like chocolate prices rise ahead of Valentine's.

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From a car seat in a bright orange top, a Ghanaian woman laid down her Valentine's rule: ditch boyfriends who won't spend at least 5,000 cedis on gifts.

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Samuel Chukwueze stated in an interview that he does not like Calvin Bassey, likes Alex Iwobi, and that Bassey stresses him and gave him sickness, adding 'there’s love in sharing.' The comments about the Nigerian trio at Fulham prompted widespread laughter and reactions on social media.

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The latest NSPPD 7am Fire Prayers centered on El-Roi, the biblical name for the God who sees every struggle, drawing global viewers for 45 minutes of declarations, music, and intercession. Eze's daily streams on YouTube and Facebook build a devoted community of NSPPDians tuning in weekdays at 7am Nigerian time, sharing personal testimonies of health breakthroughs and family mercies. Many described it as a vital daily reset, affirming that God's mercy prevails.

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Pastor Jerry Eze led thousands in a vibrant morning session, filling the air with worship, dances, and cries for mercy. Participants captured their joyful moments, from restaurant thanksgivings to family huddles.

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