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The Super Ballon d'Or, last awarded to Alfredo Di Stéfano in 1989 for three decades of dominance, might honor the best player from the past 30 years on the prize's 40th anniversary. TouchlineX shared an exclusive tip and mock-up images of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo with the golden ball, sparking thousands of likes and heated replies. Messi backers highlight his record eight Ballon d'Ors and World Cup win, while Ronaldo supporters point to his 915 goals, five Champions Leagues, and enduring career at age 41. France Football has not confirmed any plans despite past rumors.

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A football news post lit up the timeline with rumors of the Super Ballon d'Or returning in 2029, pitting Messi fans against Ronaldo loyalists in familiar fashion.

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Lionel Messi has scored 899 career goals in 1,140 games and is one goal away from becoming the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to reach 900. He achieved this milestone playing with Inter Miami CF.

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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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Lineth Beerensteyn scored both goals for the Netherlands in the 20th and 82nd minutes, securing their first win in the qualifying group. The Republic of Ireland equalized once but ultimately lost their second consecutive match. The game took place in Utrecht.

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Belgium condemned US and Israeli attacks on Iran as inconsistent with international law. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot stated that the Iranian people alone must choose their leaders without influence from other countries.

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WAT, a 10,000-square-meter incubator in Ixelles, Brussels, will house over 100 startups and 400 entrepreneurs by autumn 2027, focusing on AI, health, energy, mobility, and agriculture. The 25-million-euro project, backed by banks and local governments, offers workspaces, event halls, a gym, and cafes near top universities. A smaller WAT(beta) outpost already supports early-stage teams like Pleasefix.ai, which raised $2.1 million, while Elzière highlights Brussels' talent, lower costs, and EU proximity to keep innovators in Europe.

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Serial entrepreneur Thibaud Elzière broke ground on a massive former power plant, turning it into a hub for Europe's startups amid hopes of building a stronger tech ecosystem.

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Under a longstanding treaty, Portugal confirmed the U.S. can use the Lajes Field base for logistics in the ongoing campaign that began February 28, 2026, after stalled nuclear talks. President Trump called the preemptive strikes necessary to counter Iran's nuclear program, missile production, and proxy support, with targets including sites at Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan that killed Supreme Leader Khamenei and senior officials. Costs have hit $2.3 billion so far, oil prices surged to $82.76 per barrel, and casualties include six U.S. service members and over 787 Iranians, drawing mixed reactions from allies' backing to domestic criticism.

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Portugal opened its Azores air base to U.S. bombers amid intense strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and missile facilities. The decision highlights alliance support as Operation Epic Fury enters its second week.

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The former Barcelona midfielder, now a pundit at 38, chose Jude Bellingham for dribbling and shooting, Pedri for passing, and Vitinha for football IQ and big-game mentality. Backed by this season's stats—like Bellingham's 24 completed dribbles for Real Madrid and Pedri's 89% pass accuracy for Barça—the rankings draw from Rakitić's experience winning the 2015 Champions League. Fans from Madrid, Barça, and PSG are debating fiercely, highlighting each player's UCL successes and club loyalties ahead of knockouts.

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Lakeside in a sharp suit with Swiss peaks behind him, Ivan Rakitić named the best in key skills among three rising stars. His picks have fans picking sides.

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Lineth Beerensteyn scored both goals for the Netherlands in the 20th and 82nd minutes, securing their first win in the qualifying group. The Republic of Ireland equalized once but ultimately lost their second consecutive match. The game took place in Utrecht.

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The Big Iftar, organized by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for British Muslims, gathered politicians and leaders in London's Westminster Hall on March 6 to break the Ramadan fast. Starmer praised British Muslims as a 'success story' in diversity, earning a standing ovation, while the program included verses from Surah Maryam about Jesus' birth. Critics called the event disrespectful to the hall's Christian history and sites of figures like St. Thomas More, with some seeing it as a surrender of national identity. Defenders highlighted Britain's religious tolerance, noting past royal support for mosques amid efforts to counter Islamophobia.

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In the ancient echoes of Westminster Hall, a Quran recitation kicked off a Ramadan iftar attended by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The moment in this historic space quickly stirred strong feelings online.

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Shaquill Burton posted a video arguing that fans of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson complain about every new player acquisition despite additions such as the Ravens' Max Crosby and Kyle Hamilton and the Bills' DJ Moore. He emphasized that football is a team sport and fans should appreciate solid supporting talent. The post sparked backlash from Ravens fans denying complaints, particularly about the Crosby signing, and debates over the team's prior pass rush performance.

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WAT, a 10,000-square-meter incubator in Ixelles, Brussels, will house over 100 startups and 400 entrepreneurs by autumn 2027, focusing on AI, health, energy, mobility, and agriculture. The 25-million-euro project, backed by banks and local governments, offers workspaces, event halls, a gym, and cafes near top universities. A smaller WAT(beta) outpost already supports early-stage teams like Pleasefix.ai, which raised $2.1 million, while Elzière highlights Brussels' talent, lower costs, and EU proximity to keep innovators in Europe.

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U2 surprised fans with 'Days of Ash,' an EP led by 'American Obituary,' dedicated to 37-year-old Renee Good, killed on January 7 when ICE agent Jonathan Ross fired at her SUV during raids targeting undocumented immigrants. ICE claims self-defense after Good accelerated toward him, but her family autopsy revealed a head wound, videos show her calm, and probes continue amid conflicting accounts labeling her a protester or terrorist. The release follows suspicious arson at her memorial and draws parallels to ignored vandalism of Charlie Kirk memorials after his 2025 assassination, highlighting divides over immigration enforcement and media coverage.

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Bono's voice cracks with fury and grief in U2's new track, honoring Renee Good, the Minneapolis mother shot dead by an ICE agent during immigration raids.

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Music stars including Asake, Zlatan Ibile, Shallipopi, and Larry Gaaga gathered at Gamma Lagos for casual football on astroturf, table tennis battles, and basketball hoops. Olamide laughed at clips of Asake and Zlatan facing off, joking about Asake carrying the goalpost while fans celebrated their perfect 'otu' chemistry. The spontaneous night offered a healthy break from clubbing, with onlookers cheering the high-energy unwind.

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Under Lagos floodlights, Asake and Zlatan Ibile chased a football with the same fire they bring to their tracks, hilariously shaking the goalpost in a bid to score.

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York Knights, newly promoted and full of fire, led 22-18 at halftime with tries from Toa Mata'afa, Ben Jones-Bishop, and Denive Balmforth, but Warrington roared back behind doubles from Sam Stone and Josh Thewlis, plus Ben Currie's milestone 100th career try. Marc Sneyd converted all seven for the Wolves, while York's Paul Vaughan and Jordan Harris scored late to narrow the gap to 30-32. Warrington's player of the match praised the loud away fans who packed one end, as the victory keeps Sam Burgess' side perfect with six points from four rounds, level with leaders Wigan.

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Warrington Wolves held their nerve in a wild 12-try shootout at LNER Community Stadium, surviving a late York comeback to claim a gritty road win.

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Barcelona supporters are divided over whether to pay €30 million to permanently sign Marcus Rashford, who is on loan from Manchester United. Rashford has recorded 10 goals and 8 assists in La Liga plus 8 in the Champions League. Discussions note Manchester United covering part of his salary and suggestions to return him if Barcelona cannot afford the fee.

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Multiple reports claim Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has handed the No.1 shirt to Francis Uzoho, who plays regularly for Omonia Nicosia, ahead of 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Stanley Nwabali, the 2023 AFCON penalty hero, sits on the sidelines without a club since leaving Chippa United in February. Fans remain divided, with some welcoming the match-fit choice and others questioning the unconfirmed reports, as Uzoho aims to prove himself after past mistakes.

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Stanley Nwabali saved Nigeria's blushes in that epic 2023 AFCON shootout, but now coach Eric Chelle has turned to Francis Uzoho for the top spot between the posts.

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The U.S. Trade and Development Agency confirmed its intent to back the project, which targets rare earth elements vital for magnets, defense, and clean energy. CEO Cedric Simonet called it powerful validation of the site's strategic value, backed by a 2023 study projecting strong returns from a 13.6 million tonne resource. Shares jumped from 1.3 pence to over 2.15 pence, lifting the market cap past £6 million, as investors noted the low valuation and upside from fluorspar and gallium.

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Altona Rare Earths' stock more than doubled Monday after a key U.S. agency signaled support for its Monte Muambe project in Mozambique.

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The banter war erupted over player legacies like Phumudzo Manenzhe's modest goals at Pirates and Themba Zwane's impressive 74-96 club goals for Sundowns. Pirates lead the Betway Premiership with 44 points from 19 games, but Sundowns trail closely at 42 after their 2-1 derby win on February 18. Fans traded jabs on stats and memes, with Sundowns reveling in the stats smackdown amid the tight title race.

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A hilarious TV pundit clip tore into Pirates fans' wild claims, leaving Sundowns supporters cheering their savage comeback in the online feud.

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Phyno fans rally behind tracks like 'Alobam' with 1.9 million YouTube views, 'Fada Fada' ft. Olamide at 40 million, and 'Connect' at 16 million, crediting them for sparking cultural waves on campuses and Lagos streets. Vector's 'King Kong' earned Best Rap Single at the 2015 Headies, with its remix featuring Phyno and others hitting 1.4 million views, as supporters praise his cyphers and mentorship. Both rappers boast Headies wins—Phyno with back-to-back for 'Man of the Year' and 'Parcel'—fueling debates over regional dominance, awards, and enduring impact in Nigerian hip-hop.

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A fan's bold claim that Vector's 2015 'King Kong' outshines Phyno's entire catalog has Nigerian rap lovers listing anthems and reliving street vibes.

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Chris Brown showcased his dance routine at a concert. The performance prompted online discussions about his athletic ability and comparisons to Michael Jackson or gymnastics.

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Nigerian pastor Jerry Eze led the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) live prayer session at 7am. Participants posted celebratory messages online declaring 'The Glory of God Has Taken Over' and 'What God Cannot Do Does Not Exist' using hashtags #NSPPD and #7amFirePrayers. The session generated significant engagement, including a post from Jerry Eze receiving over 1,100 likes.

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A YouGov poll from September to October 2025 asked over 28,000 adults across England about their attachment to ceremonial counties. Cornwall led with 53% reporting very strong ties, nearly double the 29% national average, followed by Cumbria at 44% and Northumberland and Devon at 42% each. Northern and southwestern regions showed stronger pride overall, while Midlands and southeastern counties like Bedfordshire lagged at 15-17%, with some blaming modern boundary changes for diluting identities.

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Imagine feeling so tied to your home county that over half of you say the bond is very strong— that's the reality for folks in Cornwall right now.

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