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On February 25, 2009, Liverpool beat Real Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg, thanks to Benayoun's late header from Fábio Aurélio's free-kick. They followed with a 4-0 win at Anfield, securing a 5-0 aggregate victory with goals from Steven Gerrard, Andrea Dossena, and Fernando Torres. Fans are reliving the moment through throwback videos, especially with the 2025/26 knockout draw approaching where Liverpool could face Madrid again. It's Liverpool's only competitive win at the Bernabéu against their rivals, fueling hopes for more history.

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Yossi Benayoun leaped to head home the winner in the 82nd minute, silencing the Bernabéu as Rafael Benítez pocketed his glasses in celebration.

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Manchester United supporters express divided opinions on whether to root for Chelsea against Arsenal to hinder Arsenal's Premier League title chances. Many prefer Chelsea to win or a draw to prevent Arsenal from gaining points, while others remain neutral or favor Arsenal. Discussions compare hatred levels toward Manchester United's rivals including Barcelona and Arsenal.

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Real Madrid secured a 2-1 win over Benfica in the Champions League playoff second leg, advancing 3-1 on aggregate thanks to Aurelien Tchouaméni's early equalizer and Vinícius Júnior's late decider, despite missing Kylian Mbappé to injury. The night turned tense when video surfaced of a Benfica supporter holding bananas toward a Real Madrid team photo, prompting outrage and calls for a lifetime ban. Madrid fans unfurled a huge 'No to Racism' banner, while Vinícius thanked his teammates' support post-match as the club awaits its last-16 draw.

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Vinícius Júnior curled in the winner at the Bernabéu, then celebrated with raw emotion after enduring fresh racist abuse from a Benfica fan.

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Manchester United dismissed head coach Ruben Amorim, appointing Michael Carrick as interim manager. Carrick has led the team to 5 wins and 1 draw in 6 Premier League games, scoring 12 goals and conceding 6. This unbeaten run has positioned Manchester United 3 points off third place and 10 points behind Arsenal with a game in hand.

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Kavanagh was stood down by PGMOL after missing Tammy Abraham's offside goal, waving off a potential red card for Lucas Digne, and oddly awarding a free-kick outside the box for a handball inside it during Newcastle's 3-1 victory on February 14. Newcastle's Eddie Howe called them honest mistakes in a fast game, while Villa's Unai Emery and pundit Alan Shearer were far harsher. He returns for Manchester United's key top-four clash with relegation-threatened Crystal Palace on Sunday, assisted by Dan Cook and Ian Hussin, with Tony Harrington on VAR—prompting grumbles from United fans recalling his past red card to Bruno Fernandes.

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Chris Kavanagh steps back into the Premier League spotlight at Old Trafford, just two weeks after a string of glaring mistakes in Newcastle's FA Cup win over Villa left managers fuming.

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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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Matheus Cunha, Wolverhampton Wanderers forward, engaged in a heated on-pitch confrontation with James Garner, a former Manchester United midfielder playing at right-back, during the match. Cunha later commented that Garner always behaves aggressively against Manchester United, his former club, and that he gave him a 'taste of his own medicine.' Manchester United secured the victory.

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Kavanagh was stood down by PGMOL after missing Tammy Abraham's offside goal, waving off a potential red card for Lucas Digne, and oddly awarding a free-kick outside the box for a handball inside it during Newcastle's 3-1 victory on February 14. Newcastle's Eddie Howe called them honest mistakes in a fast game, while Villa's Unai Emery and pundit Alan Shearer were far harsher. He returns for Manchester United's key top-four clash with relegation-threatened Crystal Palace on Sunday, assisted by Dan Cook and Ian Hussin, with Tony Harrington on VAR—prompting grumbles from United fans recalling his past red card to Bruno Fernandes.

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Chris Kavanagh steps back into the Premier League spotlight at Old Trafford, just two weeks after a string of glaring mistakes in Newcastle's FA Cup win over Villa left managers fuming.

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Forest sit 17th with 27 points from 26 games in the 2025-26 season, facing a potential summer clearout if relegated. United have joined interest in England international Gibbs-White, a versatile attacker on £150,000 a week with a release clause until 2028, while also targeting midfielder Anderson—who City and Chelsea watch as a possible Bernardo Silva successor. United's pursuit hinges on offloading high earners like Casemiro, Sancho, and Rashford under a new wage structure, with Champions League qualification key to funding moves. Fans see Gibbs-White as a potential Bruno Fernandes heir, though City supporters remain skeptical.

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Nottingham Forest cling to Premier League survival, just four points above the drop. That precarious spot has big clubs like Manchester United and City eyeing their stars Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson.

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The clip resurfaced this week amid honors for Pelosi, who announced last November she won't seek reelection after nearly 40 years in Congress. Many expressed fondness for that era of cross-party civility, with one user noting, "This is how we used to be, kids. Kind. Respectful. Admirable." Others countered that respect wasn't mutual, citing Pelosi's past sharp criticisms of Bush and actions like tearing Trump's 2020 speech, highlighting ongoing debates over Washington's deepening partisanship as Pelosi, now 85, exits.

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In a 2007 State of the Union address, President George W. Bush warmly introduced Nancy Pelosi as the first female Speaker, with applause from both parties echoing through the chamber.

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The clip resurfaced this week amid honors for Pelosi, who announced last November she won't seek reelection after nearly 40 years in Congress. Many expressed fondness for that era of cross-party civility, with one user noting, "This is how we used to be, kids. Kind. Respectful. Admirable." Others countered that respect wasn't mutual, citing Pelosi's past sharp criticisms of Bush and actions like tearing Trump's 2020 speech, highlighting ongoing debates over Washington's deepening partisanship as Pelosi, now 85, exits.

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In a 2007 State of the Union address, President George W. Bush warmly introduced Nancy Pelosi as the first female Speaker, with applause from both parties echoing through the chamber.

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The latest teaser for episode 3 of the Turkish drama Sevdiğim Sensin shows lead character Dicle, played by Helin Kandemir, bonding with a lamb while reflecting on the slow suffering of females in her harsh world. Fans adore her noble heart, joking that the lamb feels like the couple's first child, while worrying about its fate amid Dicle's abusive brothers. Airing Thursdays on Star TV since its February 12 premiere, the show follows soldier Erkan's impulsive marriage to rescue village girl Dicle, blending rural struggles with urban life and drawing strong ratings around 6.9.

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In a dimly lit barn, Dicle cradles a fluffy newborn lamb, her blood-marked face softening as she whispers words of shared pain and fragile hope.

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Alternative MUFC released a comedic video recap of Manchester United's match against Everton, highlighting moments such as Bruno Fernandes arguing with the referee and crying on the bench. The video incorporates humorous elements like royal rumbles, dinosaurs, and satellite lugs despite the game's poor quality. Manchester United fans praised the video as brilliant and hilarious.

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes shared an Instagram message stating 'brick by brick' following the team's Premier League matches against West Ham and Everton. In those games, Fernandes scored only 2 Fantasy Premier League points each. Fans responded with complaints about his low points and turnovers alongside support for his role in the team's rebuild.

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In his first season with Liverpool, the 22-year-old German playmaker leads all summer signings with 44 chances created, ranking second overall from open play at 41 and fourth in Europe's top five leagues with 66 total. Even Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris called him 'a problem, probably one of the best now in the Premier League,' while fans raved and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard said he'd have loved to play alongside his world-class talent. Despite some debate over his four goals and two assists so far, Wirtz's vision in tight spaces stands out as Liverpool chase silverware.

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On a rainy night at Sunderland's Stadium of Light, Florian Wirtz lit up the pitch, earning player of the match in Liverpool's gritty 1-0 FA Cup win.

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Democratic Rep. Al Green of Texas was escorted from the House Chamber during President Donald Trump's State of the Union address after displaying a sign stating 'Black People Aren't Apes.' The protest referenced a video recently shared by Trump that depicted Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, which a White House official attributed to a staffer error and was subsequently removed. This marks the second year in a row Green has been removed from such an address.

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Substitute Benjamin Sesko's late goal gave Manchester United a hard-fought 1-0 win at Goodison Park, boosting them back into the Premier League's top four under Michael Carrick. Standout performer Cunha, playing deeper, made 11 defensive actions and set up the winner, then exaggerated a fall to taunt ex-United midfielder James Garner after a stoppage-time challenge. Fans loved his edge, calling him a 'certified menace,' while rivals cried double standards—no card was shown despite Gary Neville's surprise.

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Matheus Cunha turned a gritty tackle into post-match theater, mocking James Garner's antics right in his face as Manchester United snatched a vital victory.

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A viral post by @UTDTrey claimed that Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is better than Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk, sparking widespread discussion among fans of both clubs. Supporters highlighted Maguire's recent strong performances and resilience despite past criticism, while opponents dismissed the claim. The debate contrasted Maguire's current form with Van Dijk's established status as a top defender.

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A collage post featuring Doechii, Tyla, Zara Larsson, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, and Sabrina Carpenter sparked fans to assign classic K-pop roles like main rapper, dancer, vocalist, visual, and maknae based on each artist's strengths. Doechii earned main rapper nods for her sharp flows, Tyla took main dancer for her amapiano moves, Zara Larsson shone as main vocalist with her high notes, and Sabrina Carpenter grabbed visual and center spots for her charisma. Playful debates filled replies, with jokes about Billie as producer or ex-member, blending these stars' hip-hop, pop, and global sounds into chaotic fan fun.

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Imagine Doechii spitting bars as main rapper while Tyla owns the dance floor—what if Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and more formed a dream K-pop girl group?

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Launched in the early 2000s, the Royal Daughters initiative at Dera Sacha Sauda headquarters houses orphaned or at-risk girls, offering them schooling, self-reliance training, and opportunities that lead to sports medals and strong academics. Devotees highlight stories of these girls achieving national accolades and arranged marriages, tying the program to campaigns like #StopFemaleFoeticide that promote valuing daughters equally. Though founder Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been imprisoned since 2017 for serious crimes, volunteers carry on the work amid India's ongoing battle with female foeticide in rural areas.

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In Sirsa, Haryana, young girls rescued from abandonment and gender bias find a safe home at Shahi Betiyan Basera. There, they receive education, skills training, and care from dedicated female volunteers.

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Liam Payne, the 31-year-old singer from One Direction, died on October 16, 2024, after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, with autopsy reports citing polytrauma, alcohol, cocaine, and prescription drugs. A February 21 post showing a fan's polite dismissal of condolences drew tens of thousands of likes and dozens of replies, from middle school friends calling after years to high school acquaintances treating it like family loss. While some laughed off the embarrassment and shared bittersweet nostalgia for their Directioner days, others opened up about fainting in grief or still struggling months later. The stories highlight the band's enduring pull on fans' lives.

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A simple text from an old contact read 'Heard about Liam. So sorry for your loss'—prompting a reply of 'I grew out of it, but thanks.' That exchange unearthed waves of similar, relatable stories from former One Direction fans.

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Manchester United beat Everton 1-0 on Monday night thanks to Benjamin Šeško's late counter-attack goal, assisted by Bryan Mbeumo, helping them climb into the top four under Michael Carrick. The match's real highlight was the wild WWE-style scrums during Everton's corner kicks, where players grappled around goalkeeper André Onana in the six-yard box. Fans and pundits blamed Arsenal's set-piece tactics for inspiring the trend, with calls for referees to enforce no-holding rules more strictly to stop the game resembling a bar fight.

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Kobbie Mainoo nailed the chaos at Goodison Park with one perfect meme: a screenshot of the corner pile-up next to a WWE Royal Rumble clip, captioned simply 'Royal Rumble.'

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