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Social media posts allege that Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei possessed a $200 billion fortune and owned properties in Venezuela, Syria, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and Spain, including hotels in Madrid, Marbella, and Palma de Mallorca used by his children. Users debate the veracity of these claims, with some calling for asset seizure for the Iranian people and others dismissing them as propaganda following his death.

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Kroos called the Saudi Pro League a 'strange phenomenon' that no one knew before Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in December 2022, saying it would fade without him after drawing huge global viewership from 40 million to over 150 million. Despite Al-Nassr's lack of titles amid heavy spending and three coaches, Ronaldo pulled record crowds and sparked stars like Neymar and Benzema to join. Saudi fans counter with Al-Hilal's five trophies, big investments, and the national team's past successes, insisting the league stands on more than one player.

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Toni Kroos, Ronaldo's old Real Madrid teammate, stepped into the spotlight on his podcast to defend the star's massive impact on Saudi soccer.

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Pundits like BBC 5 Live labeled Arsenal's set-piece reliance 'boring,' but data shows their 38% of goals from dead balls ranks fifth in the league, behind Crystal Palace at 50% and Newcastle at 49%. Arsenal lead in raw set-piece tallies yet rank second in open-play goals, reflecting a league-wide rise where set pieces make up 27.5% of all goals this season amid tighter defenses. Mikel Arteta joked he's upset they haven't scored even more from routines, while a Ghana analyst's breakdown highlighted their balanced attack, earning praise over some UK takes.

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Arsenal scraped a gritty 2-1 win over Chelsea on March 1, with headers from Jurriën Timber and William Saliba off corners sealing the points and extending their lead to five.

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On February 18, Edmonton Riverbend MP Matt Jeneroux left Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives to sit with the Liberals, bringing their seat count closer to the 172 needed for a majority in the 343-seat House. He follows Nova Scotia's Chris d’Entremont in November and Ontario's Michael Ma in December, who cited policy differences and constituent feedback. Conservatives decry the moves as disloyal without by-elections, while Liberal allies see moderates fleeing Poilievre's rigid leadership amid economic pressures like inflation and housing woes.

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Matt Jeneroux sat down with his family and constituents before making the call to cross the floor. Now, he's the third Conservative to join Prime Minister Mark Carney's team since November.

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The Catalan club is optimistic about securing Rashford permanently this summer, with personal terms nearly agreed and Manchester United firm on a €30 million buyout clause—ideally paid in three €10 million installments to navigate financial fair play. The England star has delivered 10 goals and 10 assists in La Liga, earning high praise from manager Hansi Flick for his attitude, while reportedly taking a pay cut to join the project long-term. United fans view the €30 million as smart business for their homegrown talent, though La Liga rules and Barcelona's presidential elections remain the last obstacles before an official announcement.

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Marcus Rashford has dazzled at Barcelona since his summer 2025 loan arrival, blending seamlessly with stars like Raphinha during free-kick drills and key sub appearances.

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Thomas Tuchel, England's manager, has decided to include Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo in the upcoming England national team squad. Mainoo's selection follows his recent strong performances, including two assists in his last three Premier League games and a standout display against Tottenham.

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The Italian coach, who succeeded at Brighton with stylish possession football from 2022-24 but struggled at Marseille with recent collapses, would choose Spurs if offered the job next season. Tottenham sit in relegation trouble after sacking Thomas Frank in February, with Igor Tudor as interim admitting it's his toughest role yet. Manchester United, meanwhile, have revived under caretaker Michael Carrick, unbeaten in league play this year and fourth with 48 points. Fans at both clubs react sharply, with United supporters dismissing De Zerbi and Spurs ones split between his flair and Pochettino nostalgia.

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Roberto De Zerbi, fresh off a tough Marseille exit, eyes Tottenham as his next Premier League stop over Manchester United, according to Sky Sports reports.

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Canada Soccer announced the 24-player roster for the Canadian Women's National Team for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. The roster features players including Jordyn Huitema, Kaylee Hunter, and Holly Ward, with Cloé Lacasse returning. Notable absences include Ashley Lawrence and Adriana Leon, alongside injured players such as Quinn Buchanan, Valentina D'Angelo, Jade Riviere, Kadeisha Buchanan, and Sabrina Proulx; the team will face Colombia, the United States, and Argentina.

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Nnamdi (@_Nsznn), a Nigerian X user with 37,400 followers, announced acquiring his first car key and shared a photo of a 2005 Toyota Corolla purchased for N7 million.

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The nearly three-minute video, first aired live on Manoto TV on January 15, 2026, during nationwide protests in Iran, resurfaced as U.S. and Israeli strikes target IRGC sites under President Trump. Fatemeh, using a pseudonym, described her father's enforcement of hijab, hoarding of dirty money via fake passports, boasts of killing protesters, and orders for her to join crackdowns; she revealed two suicide attempts and pleaded for escape. While amplified by figures like Bill Ackman for its raw insight into regime fractures, skeptics question her claims as unverified propaganda, though the broadcast's authenticity is confirmed.

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In a panicked phone call to a Farsi broadcaster, a woman named Fatemeh broke down while accusing her high-ranking IRGC father of abuse, rape threats, and regime loyalty over family.

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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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Gossip account Musa Khawula shared a video of Sands in Bongz's merch, calling her his new girlfriend, before deleting the post amid speculation of pressure. The couple, married since 2020 with two daughters, have faced similar cheating rumors before, including last November, yet built joint empires in skincare and music. Reactions divide between supporters praising Bongz's choices and critics urging DJ Zinhle to leave, while neither has responded publicly.

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A gossip post showed a woman named Sands posing with red roses in Murdah Bongz's signature black Ö hoodie, sparking talk of Valentine's infidelity.

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Gossip account Musa Khawula shared a video of Sands in Bongz's merch, calling her his new girlfriend, before deleting the post amid speculation of pressure. The couple, married since 2020 with two daughters, have faced similar cheating rumors before, including last November, yet built joint empires in skincare and music. Reactions divide between supporters praising Bongz's choices and critics urging DJ Zinhle to leave, while neither has responded publicly.

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A gossip post showed a woman named Sands posing with red roses in Murdah Bongz's signature black Ö hoodie, sparking talk of Valentine's infidelity.

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Gossip account Musa Khawula shared a video of Sands in Bongz's merch, calling her his new girlfriend, before deleting the post amid speculation of pressure. The couple, married since 2020 with two daughters, have faced similar cheating rumors before, including last November, yet built joint empires in skincare and music. Reactions divide between supporters praising Bongz's choices and critics urging DJ Zinhle to leave, while neither has responded publicly.

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A gossip post showed a woman named Sands posing with red roses in Murdah Bongz's signature black Ö hoodie, sparking talk of Valentine's infidelity.

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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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