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Teachers and activists in Iran started a social media campaign with hashtags #EmptyDesks and #ClassesWithoutTeachers, mourning over 230 schoolchildren allegedly killed by security forces during nationwide protests that escalated on January 8-9 over economic and political issues. Groups like the Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Associations released lists of nearly 200 verified young victims, while UNICEF urged the immediate release of hundreds of detained children, warning of lifelong harm from their imprisonment. Iran's government denies the high death tolls and child targeting, as families grieve without public funerals and teachers demand UN investigations into school raids, torture, and secret burials.

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Empty desks in classrooms, splashed with red to symbolize blood, honor teens like 16-year-old Melika Shahmoradi and Amirhossein Ghardashi amid grief over January's deadly clashes.

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Kylian Mbappé claimed that Benfica player Franco Mastantuono called Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior 'mono' (monkey) five times during the Champions League match. Vinícius Júnior addressed the alleged racist abuse on Instagram. Mastantuono covered his mouth and shirt amid the incident, sparking debates over the remarks.

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The TyCSports reporter states the €70 million deal is nearly done, with Alvarez leaving Atletico Madrid for Camp Nou to chase more titles alongside talents like Lamine Yamal. At just 25, the World Cup winner views Barcelona as Robert Lewandowski's successor, a notion backed by Barca's Pau Cubarsi who called him world-class after facing him. Arsenal showed interest but lost out, though no clubs have confirmed and Atletico recently offered a contract extension.

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Hugo Balassone went on air with a bold prediction: Julian Alvarez will suit up for Barcelona next season after the 2026 World Cup.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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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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Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa, who took over on January 12, faced early pushback from veterans Dani Carvajal and David Alaba over limited playing time despite recent fitness returns. Carvajal, back from knee surgery, has played just 27 minutes since January and aired his concerns directly with Arbeloa, who stressed caution to avoid risks. Alaba, limited to 69 La Liga minutes this season amid injury woes, also confronted the coach in animated post-match talks. Amid four straight La Liga wins, the squad dined together Tuesday night, signaling unity as they chase Barcelona.

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Captain Dani Carvajal sat sidelined at Mestalla, his frustration boiling over toward the fitness coach—until a key chat smoothed things out.

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The New York Yankees agreed to terms with Venezuelan catching prospect Sebastian Perez. The agreement includes a $1,650,000 signing bonus and $50,000 in student scholarship funding.

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Carrick took over as interim head coach on January 5 after Ruben Amorim's sacking following a dismal 31.9% win rate and a shocking Carabao Cup penalty loss to Grimsby Town. In his first five games, he's gone unbeaten, won Manager of the Month, and tweaked tactics to unleash players like Kobbie Mainoo, with stars like Bruno Fernandes backing him for the long term. Reports link 38-year-old Germany coach Nagelsmann—praised for Bayern and Leipzig stints—as a top target via recruitment director Christopher Vivell, though his contract runs to the 2026 World Cup and he lacks Premier League experience. Fans debate Carrick's club familiarity against Nagelsmann's tactical edge as United chase European spots.

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Michael Carrick has steadied Manchester United with an unbeaten run, but whispers of Julian Nagelsmann as permanent boss have fans torn between loyalty and ambition.

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The 7:45pm fixture in Hertfordshire fell victim to fierce rain from around 5pm, flooding the goalmouths despite Stevenage staff's frantic efforts to fork away standing water. Stevenage boss Alex Revell shared his disappointment in a pitchside video, noting both teams were ready but the ref had no choice, while Barnsley coach Conor Hourihane lamented the long trip south. Fans vented frustration over the late call and wasted journeys, echoing a January 2024 postponement for a frozen pitch; no rescheduling date yet as both mid-table sides eye crucial points.

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Barnsley fans had just arrived on their supporters' coach when the whistle blew on the match—referee Kirsty Dowle ruled the Lamex Stadium pitch too waterlogged after a sudden downpour.

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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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