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Chelsea, seeded after topping their league-phase group, will face either Newcastle or PSG in the Champions League last-16. PSG advanced Tuesday with a 2-2 draw against 10-man Monaco, winning 5-4 on aggregate thanks to goals from Marquinhos and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia after Monaco's early strike. Newcastle already progressed, setting up the intriguing English-French matchup possibility. The two-legged ties kick off March 4/5, with the Nyon draw at 11 a.m. Friday.

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Chelsea fans hold their breath for Friday's draw, torn between a Premier League showdown with Newcastle or revenge against PSG.

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Her Little Miss Drama Tour, promoting the 2025 album *Am I The Drama?*, has seen every date sell out so far—her first major arena run. Fans clashed online with Nicki Minaj supporters, trading stats on Billboard No. 1s, certifications, and streams, plus personal jabs over performances, colorism, and politics. While Cardi keeps packing venues, Nicki promotes fragrances and teases new music, keeping their long-running rivalry alive through stan passion.

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Cardi B lit up Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena with nonstop energy, selling out her seventh show in a row and raking in $1.7 million from 13,000 fans.

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In a November 2025 post, Vice President Vance blamed Canada's high immigration rates and elected leadership for declining per capita GDP and falling living standards, backed by data from the Fraser Institute showing drops over five years. The message resurfaced this week amid U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, Supreme Court rulings striking some down, and retaliatory moves, with users like Jennifer simply calling it 'truth' and comedian Rob Schneider agreeing fully. While many Canadians vent frustration at Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals, others defend against U.S. actions like tariff hikes, highlighting strained ties ahead of USMCA talks.

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JD Vance pointed the finger at Canada's leaders for stagnating living standards, and months later, thousands of Canadians are nodding in agreement as U.S. tariffs bite.

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The event lets players earn wins across three rounds for rewards like a 1-of-5 87+ player pick, 10x 85+ packs, and bonus evolutions such as Footwork+ and Quick Step PlayStyle+. Community figures like SAF praise it as a smarter grind than the 30-game Champs marathon, especially for casual players chasing meta upgrades. February's SBCs added value with Henrikh Mkhitaryan as an 88 CM/CDM and Crystal Dunn's versatile 89 CM, keeping squads stacked ahead of the next Champs weekend.

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Ultimate Gauntlet 11 hit on February 16, offering massive untradeable pack hauls that have players ditching Champs for quicker wins.

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Imisioluwa Eniola Ayanwale, the 24-year-old BBNaija Season 10 winner from Oyo State, joined Soft Canada as brand ambassador. The platform provides immigration tips like Express Entry, study permits, and job advice for newcomers, especially Africans. After taking home N150 million in October 2025, Imisi—who designs fashion and acts—teased easier paths to Canada, turning past troll jokes about visa hunts into triumphant reality as supporters cheer her international rise.

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Imisi stood out in a crisp white outfit next to Canada's maple leaf, announcing her new role with pure excitement. Fans poured in with 🇨🇦 emojis, celebrating her big step forward.

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Barcelona held talks this week between sporting director Deco and Rashford's agent to turn the 28-year-old's loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million deal. Rashford, who leads Champions League scoring with five goals and three assists in eight games, impresses with his high pressing and work rate, earning full backing from coach Hansi Flick amid Raphinha's injury. Personal terms are agreed until 2030, but United insists on the full fee; Barcelona sees it as the smartest wing option, despite some election critics favoring youth.

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Marcus Rashford has found his spark in Barcelona, scoring 10 goals and adding 10 assists in 34 games. Now, after a key meeting, the club wants to lock him in for good.

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Portrayed by Wilbert Ross, Larkin—also called Arkin or Kino—wins hearts as a multi-talented artist pining for childhood best friend Avianna 'Via' Diaz, played by Bea Binene. The Viva One series, adapted from Gwy Saludes' Wattpad story, traces their path from high school at Valeria High to chasing fame. Wilbert shared stylish photos of his character, sparking fan tributes like edits of his longing gazes, a custom birthday cake from the 'Valeria High Squad,' and Studio Viva's praise for turning emotions into melodies. Fans call him the 'yearner of all yearners' and Via's best friend, love, and music.

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Larkin Olivier Sanchez, the devoted singer from Philippine series Golden Scenery of Tomorrow, turns a year older today, drawing waves of fan affection for his heartfelt love story.

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The October 30, 2025, footage shows Carignan, the first woman leading the Canadian Armed Forces since 2024, expressing deep regret on behalf of the forces to members and veterans harmed by discrimination. Posted again on February 20, 2026, it prompted critics to question her emotional display and combat experience, despite her 35-year career including commands in Afghanistan, Bosnia, and peacekeeping missions. Replies linked the clip to broader concerns over recruitment shortfalls, equipment issues, and debates on leadership fitness amid cultural reforms.

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In a formal Ottawa ceremony, General Jennie Carignan teared up while apologizing for racism in Canada's military, a moment now resurfacing amid sharp online mockery.

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Volker Struth, who manages Wirtz's commercial deals, told BILD he urged Xabi Alonso and Florentino Pérez last summer to sign the £116 million playmaker from Leverkusen for Madrid. The push fell through due to squad and budget issues, and Wirtz's father, his official agent, guided the record-breaking move to Liverpool in June 2025 on a five-year deal. Now 22, Wirtz has four Premier League goals this season and is settling in, with no signs of unrest despite Struth's lingering wishes.

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Liverpool fans cringed this week as Florian Wirtz's marketing advisor revealed his dream of seeing the star in Real Madrid's white kit instead of Anfield red.

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Chelsea supporters expressed frustration over former manager Enzo Maresca's decisions to bench midfielder Andrey Santos despite his fitness and deploy right-back Malo Gusto in midfield. Discussions highlighted Santos' strong recent performances alongside Moisés Caicedo, which reduced Caicedo's workload and provided team balance. Fans also criticized tactical choices such as the lineup against Atalanta and underutilization of players like Nkunku and Palmer.

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The 19-year-old Moroccan, who joined Everton from Bayern Munich in summer 2025 after a solid loan at Real Valladolid, has yet to break into the Premier League side this season. He's made just a brief FA Cup appearance and missed the last four matchday squads, sparking fan support mixed with criticism of manager David Moyes in the post's replies. Moyes has called Aznou promising but in need of physical growth, leaving supporters hopeful for a breakthrough as Everton battles in mid-table.

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Nearly a year ago, young Everton left-back Adam Aznou stood toe-to-toe with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on the La Liga pitch. His recent throwback photo has Toffees fans rallying behind him as he fights for minutes at Goodison Park.

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Vasco parted ways with Fernando Diniz this week and now prioritizes a Portuguese hire, with Artur Jorge at the top of their shortlist despite a big release clause and Amorim as the backup. The 41-year-old coached United for 14 months until his January 5, 2026 dismissal following a mid-table draw with Leeds, while Michael Carrick's interim stint has United topping the recent form table with wins over Arsenal, City, and others. Fans reacted with irony on social media, many mocking Amorim's drop to a relegation-threatened Brazilian side as Carrick sparks a revival.

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Seven weeks after his Manchester United sacking, Rúben Amorim finds himself as a potential No. 2 choice for Brazilian club Vasco da Gama—right amid their own coaching shake-up.

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Manchester United confirmed in January that Casemiro's contract ends June 30, and now sources say the five-time Champions League winner prefers a Serie A switch like Luka Modric's recent move to AC Milan. Inspired by the 40-year-old Croatian thriving there alongside Christian Pulisic, Casemiro sees a tactical fit despite Milan's interest in a free transfer. Meanwhile, United target Villarreal's Pape Gueye, a 27-year-old Senegalese midfielder praised for his physicality, long-ball accuracy, and echoes of prime Casemiro, as they overhaul the midfield under INEOS.

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Casemiro, the 34-year-old Brazilian stalwart, has shared with close friends that he still belongs on Europe's top pitches, with Italy calling louder than a cushy MLS spot.

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The 21-year-old Argentina winger joined Chelsea from Manchester United for £40 million on August 30, 2025, after reportedly threatening to sit out if not sold. This season, he's averaged just 56 minutes per Premier League game, with one goal and three assists in 16 outings, including zero minutes in Chelsea's last two matches under boss Liam Rosenior. Meanwhile, United thrive under new coach Michael Carrick, unbeaten in five league games and pushing for fourth place, as fans highlight Garnacho's bench role as a lesson in football's twists.

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Eight months after pushing for a Chelsea move, Alejandro Garnacho finds himself benched and fans back at United gleefully point to the value of patience.

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A standout stats comparison shows Yamal with 46 goals and 51 assists in fewer minutes than Palmer's 59 goals and 33 assists, shining in per-90 metrics like elite dribbling. He's racked up Euro 2024 honors as top assister and Young Player, two La Ligas, Golden Boy 2024, and Ballon d'Or runner-up status, plus 16 senior goals for Spain. This season alone, he's notched 12 goals and 15 assists, completing 98 dribbles against top defenses, fueling excitement for Barcelona's next clash.

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At just 18, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal has fans buzzing over career numbers that top Chelsea's Cole Palmer and even young Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Imisioluwa Eniola Ayanwale, the 24-year-old BBNaija Season 10 winner from Oyo State, joined Soft Canada as brand ambassador. The platform provides immigration tips like Express Entry, study permits, and job advice for newcomers, especially Africans. After taking home N150 million in October 2025, Imisi—who designs fashion and acts—teased easier paths to Canada, turning past troll jokes about visa hunts into triumphant reality as supporters cheer her international rise.

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Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool stated that Premier League referees need to be consistent, following Rodri's unpunished comments on officiating. The Premier League did not punish Rodri for his remarks on refereeing.

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Douglas competed in the 1964 and 1968 Olympics, won silver at the 1966 World Championships, and retired with a 303-17-7 record before becoming a pioneering coach. At Arizona State, he led the team to its only NCAA title in 1988 as the first Black head coach at a major U.S. university; at Iowa State, he mentored stars like Cael Sanderson to perfection and Olympic gold. He guided U.S. Olympic teams to multiple medals and earned hall of fame honors, leaving a legacy as trailblazer and teacher mourned across the sport.

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Bobby Douglas broke barriers as the first Black U.S. Olympic wrestler and built wrestling dynasties over decades. Tributes from former athletes highlight the lives he changed.

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Sixth-placed Bradford City powered to a 2-0 victory over eighth-placed Peterborough United at a packed Valley Parade, with goals from local lads Bobby Pointon and Kayden Jackson. Pointon struck early after a Tyreik Wright cross, and Jackson headed home Josh Neufville's delivery for his first Bantams goal since joining from Derby. Jenson Metcalfe bossed midfield, earning fan praise as faultless, while 19,389 fans watched the Bantams climb to fifth and boost their promotion push.

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Bobby Pointon pounced on a goalkeeper's fumble just five minutes in, sending Valley Parade into raptures as Bradford took charge against play-off rivals Peterborough.

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Lion City Sailors, the reigning Singapore Premier League champions, announced the appointment of 52-year-old Spanish coach Jesús Casas as their new Head Coach on a contract until the end of the 2027/28 season. Casas previously served as Head Coach of the Iraq National Team from 2022 to 2025, winning the 2023 Arabian Gulf Cup, and was an assistant coach for the Spain National Team and Watford. His first match is scheduled against Albirex Niigata (S) at Jurong East Stadium.

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The resurfaced clip from his interview with Justin Laboy shows Ye's games including The Last of Us Parts 1 and 2, Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, Roblox, Astro Bot (listed twice), Transformers, and Yakuza 4. Fans laughed at Astro Bot's double appearance, cheered Yakuza 4 as a gem despite some calling it the series' weakest, and puzzled over his Roblox picks—maybe games with daughter North or viral hits like Dress to Impress. Bianca Censori confirmed his love for story-driven titles like The Last of Us, while picks like Fortnite and Marvel Rivals show his multiplayer side, humanizing the rap icon as just a guy gaming amid the spotlight.

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Kanye West, relaxed in front of his massive TV during a 2025 chat, revealed a PS5 library full of fan favorites—and some head-scratchers that had everyone chuckling.

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Manchester United fans are debating starting Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Bryan Mbeumo in the front three over Amad Diallo following a draw against West Ham. Critics highlight Diallo's lack of efficiency in scoring and creating chances, including a late-game pass to Sesko instead of shooting, while supporters note his 2 goals and 2 assists in 15 Premier League games under manager Ruben Amorim. The discussion references Mbeumo's recent assist and Sesko and Mbeumo's four goal contributions each in their last five appearances.

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Viktor Gyokeres, playing for Arsenal, has scored 15 goals in all competitions despite heavy criticism and fewer minutes than rivals Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, sparking heated discussions on X. Comparisons highlight his 10 Premier League goals with 0 assists at 174 minutes per goal against Sesko's 7 goals and 1 assist at 162 minutes per goal, alongside disputes over Joao Pedro's 17 non-penalty goals and Isak's performances.

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The 22-year-old Slovenian striker joined United from RB Leipzig last summer for a club-record £74 million. After a slow start under Ruben Amorim, who was sacked in January, Sesko has exploded with three goals in just 84 minutes across his last four league games under interim boss Michael Carrick. Carrick's side sits fourth, three points clear of Chelsea and Liverpool, with fans praising Sesko's clinical edge and crediting extra sessions with the staff. While some defend Amorim's long-term vision, Carrick's pragmatic setup has the Red Devils top of the points-per-game table.

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Benjamin Sesko stepped up as a super-sub, coolly finishing for the 1-0 win at Everton. His five Premier League goals in seven games this year have Manchester United dreaming of the Champions League.

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The resurfaced clip from his interview with Justin Laboy shows Ye's games including The Last of Us Parts 1 and 2, Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, Roblox, Astro Bot (listed twice), Transformers, and Yakuza 4. Fans laughed at Astro Bot's double appearance, cheered Yakuza 4 as a gem despite some calling it the series' weakest, and puzzled over his Roblox picks—maybe games with daughter North or viral hits like Dress to Impress. Bianca Censori confirmed his love for story-driven titles like The Last of Us, while picks like Fortnite and Marvel Rivals show his multiplayer side, humanizing the rap icon as just a guy gaming amid the spotlight.

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Kanye West, relaxed in front of his massive TV during a 2025 chat, revealed a PS5 library full of fan favorites—and some head-scratchers that had everyone chuckling.

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Late on February 22 at the Engen station in Woodmead, Johannesburg, the Ashok Leyland Dosk bakkie driver returned to find his vehicle trapped by a black Volkswagen Golf 5 GTI. After the GTI occupants allegedly refused to move, he reversed into it repeatedly, causing heavy damage but no injuries, before driving off. The video drew cheers for the underdog driver alongside condemnations of the violence, highlighting South Africa's parking and road rage tensions as police investigate.

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A cheap bakkie backed into a blocking GTI three times at a Woodmead garage, shattering windows and scattering passengers in a tense standoff.

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In the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics men's hockey final, Matt Boldy scored the winner off assists from Matthews and Quinn Hughes, giving USA its first gold since 1980. A viral post claimed Matthews trashed Canada's leadership and stars like Trudeau and Drake in a pre-overtime huddle, but no evidence backs it up—post-game talks focused on team unity, and the account shared no source. Fans split between loving the trash talk and calling it fake, especially Leafs supporters wary of backlash for their Toronto star.

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Team USA's Auston Matthews lifted the gold medal after a 2-1 overtime upset over Canada, but a supposed locker room rant stole the spotlight online.

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Sundowns, second with 35 points from 16 games, need a win over fifth-placed AmaZulu (30 points from 17) to leapfrog leaders Pirates and tighten their title hold. The Brazilians fielded stars like captain Ronwen Williams, Teboho Mokoena, and young Siyabonga Ntsabeleng up front, while AmaZulu set up in a 3-4-3 at home. Twenty minutes in, it's 0-0 after even early exchanges, with Sundowns unbeaten in seven straight against Usuthu including five clean-sheet wins.

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Under the lights at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Mamelodi Sundowns lined up like a Bafana Bafana dream team, ready to snatch the top spot from Orlando Pirates.

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