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Numerous X posts feature users mocking FC Barcelona and Liverpool FC for their recent defeats, using excessive laughing emojis and links to related content. The ridicule targets both clubs collectively in several posts and individually in others. High-engagement posts, such as one with over 14,000 likes, highlight the widespread nature of the mockery.

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A graphic shared by Prime Video Sport UK highlighted the Reds' rampage, which included 106 points from 108 possible and propelled them to their first Premier League title in 30 years, clinched early in June 2020. The streak ended with a shocking 3-0 loss at Watford, but fans still call it the greatest run ever, contrasting it with Arne Slot's tougher 2025-26 season where Liverpool sits mid-table despite recent clean sheets. Rivals note surprise teams that year and COVID's impact, yet the 99 points remain a benchmark second only to Manchester City's 100 in 2017-18.

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From March 2019 to February 2020, Liverpool scored in every one of 36 straight Premier League games, winning 35 and drawing once for a near-perfect haul.

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The 25-year-old Nigerian striker, on loan at Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen, underwent cartilage repair surgery in early January and is now grinding through intensive rehab at Leverkusen's facilities. He's sharing selfies from Biodex sessions to rebuild quad strength, light drills over hurdles, and gym work, all while joking about his routine of rehab, sleep, and gaming streams. Fans and the club are rallying behind him with messages like 'C’mon fighter' and 'Admin trusts the comeback,' as he eyes a mid-May return at the earliest. His resilience shines through past knee troubles, fueling hope for his role in Leverkusen's title push and Nigeria's internationals.

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Just over five weeks after knee surgery, Victor Boniface is back on the pitch, balancing on high-tech machines and jogging straights under cloudy skies at BayArena.

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The Blues took the lead through Nicolas Jackson's opener but saw Wesley Fofana sent off in the second half, leaving them vulnerable. Burnley equalized late, frustrating new signing Joao Pedro who said they did enough to win but couldn't find a second goal. Manager Liam Rosenior called for improvement across the board after dropping four points from winning positions, a slip that hurts their top-four push amid tense moments like Malo Gusto's risky pass sparking teammate fury.

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Chelsea thought they had the win in the bag, but a red card and a 93rd-minute header from Zian Flemming left them stunned at Stamford Bridge.

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Real Betis took a 2-0 halftime lead over rivals Sevilla at Estadio de la Cartuja, thanks to Antony's acrobatic volley from a corner—his seventh La Liga goal this season—and Álvaro Fidalgo's clever trivela finish on debut for the club. Sevilla mounted a comeback with Alexis Sánchez's header on 62 minutes and Isaac Romero's 85th-minute rocket from distance. The draw left Betis in fifth, missing a top-four chance, while Sevilla grabbed a crucial point in their relegation fight; post-match, Antony clashed with frustrated home fans.

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Antony leaped into the air for a stunning bicycle kick, sending Betis fans wild in the Seville derby. But Sevilla's late fightback turned the script on a dramatic afternoon.

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Middleton, the TV host of SAS: Who Dares Wins, wrote that the UK stands with the US unconditionally amid the escalating clash, which began with Trump's Operation Epic Fury targeting Iranian sites and drew swift missile retaliation across the Middle East. Critics called him a warmonger, mocked his Dubai home, and referenced the 2003 Iraq invasion, while supporters urged allies to rally. Britain's government under Keir Starmer stayed out of offensive actions, running only defensive flights and pushing for de-escalation.

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Hours after US strikes on Iran, former SAS soldier Ant Middleton posted his full support for America on X, drawing cheers from some and sharp backlash from others.

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The Barbados superstar, honored as a National Hero since 2021, hit 105.9 million monthly Spotify listeners—her highest ever—despite no full album since ANTI in 2016. She's mom to three kids with A$AP Rocky: sons RZA and Riot, plus daughter Rocki, while building a $1.4-1.7 billion fortune through Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty. Fans praised her enduring hits like 'Umbrella,' eight RIAA Diamond singles, 14 Hot 100 No. 1s, and that post-baby glow, calling her '38 years of being THAT girl.'

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Rihanna woke up to birthday cheers on her 38th, including Roc Nation's montage of her iconic looks and news of topping Taylor Swift on Spotify.

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Manchester United fans expressed frustration over goalkeeper Andre Onana's poor performances by sharing a viral video montage of conceded goals, including the Semenyo goal and the Gibbs-White goal against Nottingham Forest. Discussions highlighted Onana's mistakes as costing the team Champions League qualification and dropped points in matches.

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The Barbados superstar, honored as a National Hero since 2021, hit 105.9 million monthly Spotify listeners—her highest ever—despite no full album since ANTI in 2016. She's mom to three kids with A$AP Rocky: sons RZA and Riot, plus daughter Rocki, while building a $1.4-1.7 billion fortune through Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty. Fans praised her enduring hits like 'Umbrella,' eight RIAA Diamond singles, 14 Hot 100 No. 1s, and that post-baby glow, calling her '38 years of being THAT girl.'

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Rihanna woke up to birthday cheers on her 38th, including Roc Nation's montage of her iconic looks and news of topping Taylor Swift on Spotify.

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Screenshots from Kevin Durant's alleged burner accounts, such as @gethigher77, surfaced showing him criticizing current Houston Rockets teammates like Jabari Smith Jr., former Brooklyn Nets teammate Ben Simmons, and Russell Westbrook as a 'triple double cocaine bear,' along with leaked messages from an NBA Twitter group chat. Videos captured Durant using his phone during player introductions and at the NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles amid the viral discussions. The NBA announced an investigation into the inappropriate remarks about teammates and coaches.

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The debate kicked off with a Sundowns fan claiming Mbekezeli Mbokazi is overhyped for rough play while praising Khulumani Ndamane's superiority, drawing over 175 fiery replies. Mbokazi, 20, captained Pirates young, impressed at AFCON, and joined Chicago Fire for $3 million after starring against top attackers. Ndamane, 22, joined Sundowns from TS Galaxy and shone in their recent derby win over Pirates, with both players featuring in Bafana Bafana's last-16 AFCON run. Amid the trash talk, these left-footed talents fuel hopes for South Africa's World Cup backline.

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Fans from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are trading heated barbs online over two rising center-backs eyed for South Africa's national team.

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Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali revealed that the club's 2022 transfer strategy involved signing high-profile targets such as Mykhailo Mudryk, Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, and Romeo Lavia primarily to prevent other big teams from acquiring them.

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Liverpool cruised to a 5-2 victory over West Ham, with Ekitike scoring once and assisting twice in a standout performance rated 9.0. Virgil van Dijk headed in the second from a corner, Alexis Mac Allister volleyed before halftime, Cody Gakpo added a third, and Jeremie Frimpong forced a late own goal after returning from injury. Despite Mohamed Salah's ongoing scoring drought, the Reds showed squad depth, closing to three points of third-placed Aston Villa and boosting their Champions League push.

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Hugo Ekitike struck after just five minutes, setting the tone for Liverpool's clinical attack at a roaring Anfield.

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In a January 17 speech, Bukele dismissed investing in education for gang members who've 'graduated from the university of crime,' pointing to El Salvador's homicide rate plummeting from 106 per 100,000 in 2015 to a record low 1.3 in 2025 after mass arrests of over 80,000 suspects and a massive prison. Supporters like Elon Musk and U.S. Senator Mike Lee praise the results as a model for safer streets, while critics from Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch highlight arbitrary detentions, torture reports, and over 260 detainee deaths since 2022. Bukele's approach, followed by a quip about a pickpocket caught '3 Doritos later,' underscores his push for swift enforcement amid global divides on crime and rights.

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Surrounded by security forces and seated prisoners, El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele declared criminals beyond redemption by education—only force works.

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With Casemiro's contract expiring this summer and his form dipping, United are planning a major midfield overhaul, budgeting over €200 million for up to three elite signings. Top targets include Newcastle's Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, with informal contacts already made to the players' entourages. Guimarães stands out as Casemiro's personal pick, though Newcastle will demand a hefty fee after his release clause lapsed. Fans dream of a Guimarães-Mainoo partnership to fuel a title push under Michael Carrick.

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Casemiro himself backs fellow Brazilian Bruno Guimarães to step into his shoes at Manchester United, anchoring the midfield next to young star Kobbie Mainoo.

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Ley accused Bowen of acting as a part-time minister by leading negotiations at next year's COP31 summit in Turkey, after Australia stepped back from hosting. Bowen, fresh from COP30 in Brazil, countered by pointing to Ley's own international trips as Environment Minister to protect the Great Barrier Reef. Energy prices have climbed this year, with residential bills up 0.5% to 9.7% from July and national costs rising 19% over three years amid demand spikes and low wind generation. Experts affirm ministers can handle both domestic and global duties effectively.

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During Tuesday's Question Time, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley pressed Energy Minister Chris Bowen on his new COP31 role, urging him to prioritize Australian families facing higher power bills.

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The debate kicked off with a Sundowns fan claiming Mbekezeli Mbokazi is overhyped for rough play while praising Khulumani Ndamane's superiority, drawing over 175 fiery replies. Mbokazi, 20, captained Pirates young, impressed at AFCON, and joined Chicago Fire for $3 million after starring against top attackers. Ndamane, 22, joined Sundowns from TS Galaxy and shone in their recent derby win over Pirates, with both players featuring in Bafana Bafana's last-16 AFCON run. Amid the trash talk, these left-footed talents fuel hopes for South Africa's World Cup backline.

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Fans from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are trading heated barbs online over two rising center-backs eyed for South Africa's national team.

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EFF leader Nkululeko Dunga filed a formal complaint against ActionSA councillor Xolani Khumalo in Ekurhuleni for breach of privilege and contempt. The complaint follows Khumalo's court appearance on assault and firearm charges, which Dunga claims threatens the council's integrity.

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The Brazilian winger dazzled in the 2024/25 AFC Champions League Elite win but has just one goal and three assists in 17 Roshn Saudi League games so far. Fans share reposts like 'Galeno, your quality is undeniable... The fans are behind you all the way,' recalling his clutch moments and trophy lifts. This comes after Al-Ahli's tense 1-0 win over Al-Riyadh on February 26, putting them top with 59 points, one ahead of Al-Nassr and two clear of Al-Hilal, who beat Al-Shabab 5-3 the next day.

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Al-Ahli supporters filled feeds with messages of faith for Wenderson Galeno, their hero from last season's triumphs, even as his goals dried up this year.

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On February 17, 2026—Shrove Tuesday and the start of Ramadan—Labour MP Angela Rayner posted wishes for a peaceful Ramadan to voters in Ashton-under-Lyne, where 20% identify as Muslim, using a party graphic with crescents and minarets. Critics pointed out the timing, her lack of Shrove Tuesday mentions, and disabled replies, accusing her of prioritizing one faith over the Christian majority of 49%. While MPs like Sojan Joseph and Sadiq Khan sent similar Ramadan messages, Keir Starmer and the Conservatives acknowledged both holidays.

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Angela Rayner shared a Ramadan Mubarak greeting to her constituents right on Shrove Tuesday, the Christian Pancake Day before Lent. With replies turned off, some saw it as overlooking local traditions.

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