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The upset snapped Atletico's eight-game unbeaten away streak and exposed their shaky road form of 3 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses this season, coming just days after their 4-0 Copa del Rey semifinal win over Barcelona. Struggling Rayo, battling relegation, jumped several spots in the table with the vital points, while third-placed Atletico trail leaders Barcelona by 15 points. Barcelona supporters celebrated the result as a potential lifeline for a remontada in the second leg at Camp Nou on March 3-5, with Atletico keeper Jan Oblak admitting post-match: 'We can’t lose matches like this.'

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Rayo Vallecano fans at half-empty Estadio de Vallecas watched their team dismantle Atletico Madrid, with goals from Óscar Valentín, Fran Pérez, and Noah Mendy sealing a shocking 3-0 win.

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The U.S. beat Canada 2-1 in overtime to win its first men's Olympic hockey gold in 46 years at Milano Cortina 2026, with Jack Hughes scoring the winner. A video of the eagle on the flag quickly spread, seen by many as symbolic payback, though locals noted the bird has perched there for months guarding her nest. The flag flew low due to a tragic mass shooting in B.C. on February 10 that killed at least eight. Skeptics joked about coincidences while fans embraced the rivalry fun.

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Right after Team USA's overtime hockey gold over Canada, a bald eagle perched on a half-staff Canadian flag in Vancouver, delighting American fans with perfect timing.

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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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Social media users argue over the shooting abilities of FC Barcelona midfielder Fermín López compared to Real Madrid's Federico Valverde, with many praising Valverde's exceptional shot power and others claiming López's superior accuracy. Discussions highlight López's recent powerful goals and edited videos exaggerating shot speed. The debate splits along fan lines, emphasizing consistency, long-distance strikes, and goal-scoring impact.

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Arsenal equalized through Igor Thiago but dropped points in a 1-1 Premier League draw on February 12, staying four points ahead of Manchester City. Passionate supporter Ty dismissed Brentford's achievement outright in a clip, slamming their fans for mocking Arsenal despite the Bees' rise from lower leagues and recent strong results against the Gunners. Rival fans fired back hard, calling him entitled while some Arsenal voices wondered if his rants feed the club's 'most hated fanbase' image, though others praised his loyalty.

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Ty, the fiery AFTV regular who lives for Arsenal games, let loose after the frustrating 1-1 draw at Brentford. 'I'm not giving them credit,' he declared, telling their fans to 'know your place.'

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After a 4-0 Copa del Rey thrashing by Atletico Madrid and a 2-1 La Liga defeat to Girona, Barcelona sits two points behind Real Madrid with 14 games left. Flick announced Pedri, sidelined since late January with a hamstring injury, could return as early as Sunday before the February 22 clash with Levante; Marcus Rashford and Gavi are also nearing comebacks. Fans miss Pedri's vision and passing—he's notched eight assists this season—while his four-month goal drought has drawn rival jabs, underscoring his vital role in the midfield.

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Barcelona's recent losses stung, but manager Hansi Flick sees hope in Pedri's imminent return. The young midfielder's absence has left the team's rhythm off-kilter.

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The 24-year-old Brazilian striker, with 17 goals in 26 Premier League games this season, extended his contract Friday, including a club option for an extra year, after joining from Club Brugge in 2024. He's become Brentford's record-scoring Brazilian and focal No. 9 despite an early injury. Reports of interest from top clubs surfaced almost immediately, though fans dismiss them as agent nonsense, with no bids confirmed and Brentford holding strong leverage.

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Igor Thiago's five-goal January tear earned him Player of the Month honors, and Brentford quickly rewarded him with a new deal until 2031. But transfer talk from City, Chelsea, and Bayern has fans rolling their eyes.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula barred ODM lawmaker Anthony Kibagendi from parliamentary activities after his Citizen TV interview accusing Parliament of being auctioned to the executive and criticizing protest handling. Wetang'ula expressed shock during a heated session, ruling Kibagendi out until he submits a proper apology. Opposition figures like Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino condemned the move as shrinking democratic space, while supporters argued it protected the institution's dignity amid rising political tensions.

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Anthony Kibagendi called Parliament an 'appendage of State House' on live TV. Moments later, Speaker Wetang'ula suspended him indefinitely from the House.

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The Nigerian winger scored his first La Liga goal in the 58th minute to make it 3-1, helping Atletico Madrid beat Espanyol 4-2 with Alexander Sorloth's brace and Giovanni Simeone's strike. Since his €35 million move from Atalanta on February 2, Lookman has notched four goals and two assists in six appearances across competitions. The win ended a mini winless run, keeping Atletico in the title hunt, while coach Diego Simeone praised his scoring instinct but urged better overall play. The club and Nigerian fans celebrated with 'Naija 🇳🇬🫶' vibes, highlighting his instant impact on the attack.

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Ademola Lookman launched himself at a corner and buried a diving header, sending the Metropolitano into raptures as Atletico took a commanding lead.

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The 23-year-old winger, signed from Chelsea for £48.5 million last summer, faced a fan petition with over 4,000 signatures urging the club to scrap the deal. After modest early returns of two goals in 17 Premier League games, his Champions League form exploded with three goals in four matches, adding pace and threat alongside Bukayo Saka. Fans now hail his fit in Mikel Arteta's system as Arsenal top the Premier League by seven points, though rivals mock bold claims putting him ahead of legends like Riyad Mahrez.

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Noni Madueke slotted home Arsenal's opener against Wigan just 11 minutes in, his third goal in six games capping a stunning turnaround from early fan backlash.

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Bukayo Saka opened the scoring early with a header from Martinelli's lay-off, and Piero Hincapie made it 2-0 soon after halftime, but Hugo Bueno pulled one back and debutant Tom Edozie leveled in the 90+4th minute via Riccardo Calafiori's own goal. Martinelli assisted the opener and had chances, yet drew ire for heavy touches, poor passes, and no further impact, with fans calling his play stagnant and lacking killer instinct. The draw cuts Arsenal's lead over Manchester City to five points ahead of the North London derby, as Declan Rice showed his fury by ripping off his shirt at full time.

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Arsenal raced to a 2-0 lead at Molineux, only for a second-half meltdown to hand Wolves a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time. Fans turned their frustration squarely on Gabriel Martinelli's shaky display.

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The table-topping Gunners, six points clear of Manchester City after 25 games, saw no sign of their key attackers in Wednesday's training photos from the Sobha Realty Training Centre. Mikel Arteta stayed cautious in his presser, saying 'We will see' on their fitness for the 8pm GMT kickoff at Gtech Community Stadium, while confirming Mikel Merino faces months out from foot surgery. Despite the worries, Declan Rice grinned through drills, Thomas Partey laughed it up, and Kai Havertz impressed in the gym with flair kneeing a ball—keeping spirits high in a buzzing session with academy talents like Ethan Nwaneri.

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Arsenal's top spot feels solid, but fans hold their breath as captain Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Leandro Trossard missed training ahead of Thursday's test at Brentford.

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Barcelona fell 2-1 to Girona on Monday, letting Real Madrid take a two-point La Liga lead after 24 games. The 18-year-old Yamal grabbed the first-half penalty from Lewandowski, but it cannoned off the post—sparking talk of teammate Raphinha's perfect record of 15 from 15 since joining Rennes. Raphinha terrorized defenders all match and reportedly encouraged Yamal to build confidence, yet some fans questioned the choice amid Barcelona's loose penalty duties. Raphinha vented post-match about uneven rules in the tight title race.

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Lamine Yamal's penalty struck the post in stoppage time, costing Barcelona a key win at Girona. Fans pointed straight to Raphinha's flawless spot-kick streak since 2019.

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The Sky Sports poll drew nearly a million views, splitting opinions right after Saka's five-year deal until 2031 made him Arsenal's highest earner at over £300,000 a week. The 24-year-old has 57 Premier League goals and 48 assists in 217 games, plus strong showings against top teams like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, helping Arsenal lead the table with 57 points from 26 matches. Pundits like Wayne Rooney say Arsenal lack world-class players, while Danny Murphy calls Saka a super talent who needs trophies to prove it—Arsenal's only win in his era is the 2020 FA Cup.

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Bukayo Saka just signed a massive Arsenal contract extension, yet a simple poll asks if he's world class—and fans can't agree, with votes hovering around 60-40 against.

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Reports claim Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo and directors told Simeone to prioritize the Copa del Rey second leg against Barcelona on March 3, viewing La Liga as lost with a 15-point gap to Real Madrid and Champions League as risky. The buzz followed Atletico's February 12 thrashing of Barca—goals from Griezmann, Lookman, Alvarez, and a Garcia own goal—yet a 3-0 defeat to bottom-five Rayo Vallecano exposed rotation woes amid fan protests. Simeone insists on competing everywhere, but insiders suggest resting stars like Griezmann for the Camp Nou clash amid a packed schedule including Club Brugge playoffs.

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Diego Simeone's Atletico stunned Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg, but a humiliating league loss days later sparked rumors of a boardroom directive to go all-in on the return match.

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With Ramadan starting February 17, Yamal is the only Barcelona player fasting amid three straight La Liga games at 4pm local time, including tomorrow's home clash against Levante UD at Spotify Camp Nou. Fasting runs from around 6am to 6:30pm in Barcelona, challenging him in the afternoon heat, but coach Hansi Flick has a plan with tailored nighttime nutrition and rest protocols. Fans debate the TV-driven schedule, while rivals point to Karim Benzema's past hat-tricks while fasting; the club draws on experience supporting Muslim players.

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Lamine Yamal, Barcelona's dazzling 18-year-old winger, steps onto the pitch tomorrow fasting for Ramadan—no food or water until sunset after a 4:15pm kickoff.

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