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In his first full season at RB Leipzig, Diomande notched eight goals and five assists in 22 appearances, leading the league in high regains and attempting over 160 take-ons. Manchester United and Liverpool lead the pursuit, with United linked through Roc Nation agents and Liverpool viewing him as a future Mohamed Salah replacement, though reports of a personal agreement remain unconfirmed. Leipzig demands €100 million, but the price could drop to £70-80 million without Champions League qualification, as his contract runs to 2030.

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Yan Diomande, the 19-year-old Ivorian winger, has lit up the Bundesliga with his blistering pace and dribbling flair, drawing scouts from England's top clubs.

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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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Manchester United supporters debated Diogo Dalot's performance during the first half of their match against Chelsea, which was 0-0 at halftime. Some praised Dalot as the standout player with improvement under manager Michael Carrick and strong physical presence, while others criticized his poor decision-making, lack of final product, and defensive lapses. The debate reflected frustrations with the team's sluggish performance.

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The X post from @TouchlineX joked that Carragher scored just 11 goals total, math that adds his actual four strikes to seven Premier League own goals, outpacing some rivals' tallies. Fans ribbed the outspoken Sky Sports pundit, questioning how the 'own goal king' critiques modern attackers, while others quipped his bold takes count as extra mishaps. Carragher, a one-club hero with 737 Liverpool appearances and a 2005 Champions League win, has long owned the stat, once calling it a 'good record' for a center-back and even nodding to Everton fans by scoring an own goal in his 2010 testimonial.

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A cheeky post tallying Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher's 11 career 'goals'—with seven as own goals—had fans cracking up and piling on the banter.

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Wood cruised to a unanimous decision victory with scores of 119-109, 119-110, and 117-111, outboxing Warrington with sharp combinations and slick movement after their thrilling 2023 clash where Wood claimed the WBA featherweight title. The 37-year-old Nottingham hero improved to 29-4, while Warrington dropped to 32-5-1 and shared raw thoughts on retirement's emotional pull. The undercard exploded too: Bilal Fawaz rallied for British and Commonwealth super welterweight titles, Dave Allen demolished his foe in 58 seconds, and Sandy Ryan captured WBC super lightweight gold amid a gritty fight.

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In a packed Motorpoint Arena, Leigh Wood controlled every round against old rival Josh Warrington, securing a clean sweep on the scorecards.

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The nearly one-minute clip, first posted on February 22 by Dom Lucre, quickly drew tens of thousands of views and mixed reactions. Some called for National Guard deployment or arrests, blaming policies like Illinois' cash-bail elimination, while others pointed to parental absence, social media glorification, or Second Amendment rights. Despite Chicago's progress—homicides at a 1960s low in 2025 and fewer murders—the video highlights ongoing youth gang concerns in the South and West Sides, with no police response or arrests reported as of February 23.

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A montage of hooded young people flashing rifles and pistols amid Chicago's familiar brick buildings and chain-link fences has people talking. Overlaid text claims the Black community wants government action after boasts of running the city.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Bernardo Silva, already on a yellow card, committed a foul on Newcastle United's Joelinton by jumping into him without playing the ball during the Manchester City match. The referee did not issue a second yellow card, resulting in Silva remaining on the pitch. The incident sparked widespread debate among fans over refereeing decisions.

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Manchester City beat Newcastle United 2-1 on Saturday, thanks to young Nico O'Reilly's rocket in the 14th minute and a towering header soon after, despite Lewis Hall's quick equalizer. Newcastle pushed hard in the second half, but Gianluigi Donnarumma held firm amid two big VAR flashpoints: Dan Burn's offside goal after Rúben Dias' legal shove and Bernardo Silva's unpunished shoulder barge on Burn. The win pulls City to 56 points, just two behind Arsenal, while Pep Guardiola hailed the crowd's roar and Eddie Howe questioned the decisions—now under PGMOL review as fans debate consistency.

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Nico O'Reilly's first-half brace had City cruising, but Newcastle's late onslaught tested every nerve at the Etihad.

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Crystal Palace beat bottom-of-the-table Wolves 1-0 at Selhurst Park, thanks to Guessand's 90th-minute strike after Wolves midfielder Ladislav Krejčí received a second yellow for kicking the ball away to delay restart. Wolves had dominated early, missing a first-half penalty saved by Dean Henderson, but the red card around the 61st minute forced them into desperate defense. The narrow victory marked Palace's first home win since November, easing pressure on manager Oliver Glasner, while Wolves boss Rob Edwards called the decision a costly blow. Fans fiercely debated the referee's call, with Wolves supporters citing inconsistent rulings elsewhere.

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With Wolves down to 10 men after a controversial red card, Crystal Palace fans held their breath through nine minutes of stoppage time—until Evann Guessand fired home the winner at the near post.

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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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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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Borussia Dortmund secured a 2-0 win over Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs first leg on February 17, with Guirassy scoring early and Maximilian Beier heading in before halftime. Guirassy, who leads UCL goal contributions with 24 since last season, earned Man of the Match. Across Europe, Galatasaray stunned Juventus 5-2 thanks to Victor Osimhen's pressing, Bodo/Glimt beat Inter Milan 3-1 in a fairy-tale run, and Newcastle thrashed Qarabag 6-1, while favorites like Real Madrid and PSG advanced narrowly. Second legs next week promise more knockout drama.

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Signal Iduna Park erupted just three minutes in as Serhou Guirassy tapped home after Atalanta's defensive slip-up, setting the tone for Dortmund's strong night.

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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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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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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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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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During Thursday's session at Groupama OL Training Center, Real Madrid loanee Endrick from Brazil stationed himself by the fence, phone out to check times and jokingly demand payments from late arrivals like Rayan Cherki. Lyon’s official videos captured his cheeky French banter, with captions like 'Pay up, no excuses,' as teammates laughed and jogged in. Fans praised the lighthearted leadership from the Palmeiras product, who's scoring goals on his six-month Lyon loan since December 2025 and settling in with humor ahead of Brazil's World Cup hopes.

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Picture a grinning 19-year-old striker, gloves on, water bottle in hand, collecting €100 fines from tardy teammates at Lyon's training ground. Endrick turned punctuality patrol into pure fun.

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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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Inter Milan beat Lecce 2-0 on Saturday, with substitutes Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Manuel Akanji scoring late off Dimarco's crosses in the 75th and 82nd minutes. The victory marked Inter's seventh straight Serie A win, extending their lead to 10 points with 64 from 26 games. Dimarco now has 15 assists in 24 league appearances, the first defender to assist in five straight Serie A matches, earning man of the match honors amid fan excitement.

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Federico Dimarco delivered two perfect assists from the left back position, turning a tight match into a comfortable win and putting him one shy of Serie A's single-season assist record.

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The 22-year-old French midfielder, signed from Lyon for £34 million in summer 2025, impressed in pre-match drills with outrageous flair that fans compared to Ronaldinho and Hatem Ben Arfa. Coming off the bench in Manchester City's 3-2 victory, he assisted Nico O'Reilly's winner for his seventh Premier League assist this season. With three goals and seven assists in limited appearances under Pep Guardiola, Cherki's skill has fans calling for more starts while praising his bargain transfer.

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On a misty night at the Etihad, Rayan Cherki juggled and flicked the ball with pure joy alongside Phil Foden, drawing eyes from the pitch to screens everywhere.

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Chelsea cruised to a 4-0 FA Cup fourth-round victory at Hull's MKM Stadium on Friday, thanks to Pedro Neto's brilliant hat-trick and three assists from Liam Delap. Neto scored a curled opener before halftime, a quirky deflection early in the second half, and a cool finish later, with Estevao Willian adding a third. Despite resting key players amid snowy conditions, Chelsea kept a clean sheet—until Tosin Adarabioyo's late substitution, when Hull's attacks led fans to blame him for shaky defending and near-misses. Manager Enzo Maresca got the rotation win he wanted, advancing the Blues to the fifth round.

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Pedro Neto dazzled with a hat-trick in Chelsea's easy 4-0 win over Hull City. Yet as Tosin Adarabioyo stepped on in the final minutes, fans watched their solid defense wobble.

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The strip, posted on X on Tuesday, depicts a protagonist in a dungeon finding faded yellow highlights on objects, contrasting modern chunky graphics with subtle 90s-era cues. It quickly garnered over 37,000 likes and 800,000 views, sparking discussions on player guidance, immersion, and accessibility in remakes like Resident Evil 4. Defenders argue yellow paint aids casual players in high-fidelity worlds, while critics prefer intuitive designs like lighting or landmarks over what they call lazy visual aids.

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Artist Adam Ellis dropped a biting four-panel comic that flips the script on gamers griping about yellow paint in video game remakes.

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Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo made an exceptional defense-splitting pass to Pedro Neto, contributing to Joao Pedro's opening goal against Brighton. The sequence started with a progressive pass from Santos to Caicedo, who then found Neto leading to the finish.

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After a 2-0 FA Cup win over Salford City, Guardiola confirmed Savinho is close to returning from a seven-week quad injury, praising his dazzling dribbling and predicting he'll become an unbelievable winger on both flanks once he sharpens his end product. Jeremy Doku is also nearing a comeback from a calf issue, with new loanee Antoine Semenyo already impressing amid squad rotations. Sitting second in the Premier League, four points behind Arsenal with a game in hand, City face Newcastle next on February 21 as key returns like John Stones and Mateo Kovacic bolster their title charge.

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Pep Guardiola lit up his post-match presser with glowing words on Savinho, the young Brazilian winger who's just days from boosting City's attack.

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Garry Clement, former Chief of Cobourg Police Service, published an op-ed titled 'From Floor Crossings to Foreign Influence, Canada Faces a Crisis of Integrity.' The op-ed argues that public officials treating their mandates as personal assets undermines democratic legitimacy. It highlights recent political developments including rapid floor-crossings by elected officials and concerns over foreign influence.

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