Olympiacos kick out Arsenal out of the Europa League

Arsenal suffer their own Greek tragedy 👋

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Sergio Ramos and red cards in his career

Sergio Ramos now has more red cards for Real Madrid than he has career trophies 😶

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Tokyo Olympics going ahead

Despite concerns about the Corona Virus outbreaks. Should the event be canceled?

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Bayern do it again in London

😵 Arsenal 

😵 Tottenham

😵 Chelsea

Bayern do it again in London 💪

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Champions League last 16: How to draw a football cartoon

Goal’s resident cartoonist Omar Momani gives football fans a peek behind the scenes at his Champions League round of 16 drawing in this time lapse video! Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Virgil van Dijk, Kylian Mbappe, Sergio Ramos, Jadon Sancho and many more fight for UCL 2020 supremacy. Who do you think will lift the trophy in the Champions League final?

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How Michael Jordan Became a Billionaire: The Business Empire of the NBA Legend

Few athletes in history have transformed their sporting success into business power like Michael Jordan.

The former Chicago Bulls superstar is widely considered the greatest basketball player of all time, but his achievements off the court may be just as impressive.

Jordan became the first athlete in the history of the NBA to reach billionaire status, thanks to a combination of smart investments, brand partnerships and long-term business strategy.

Michael Jordan celebrating both basketball greatness and business success.

1. Nike and the Air Jordan Brand

The partnership between Michael Jordan and Nike created one of the most successful sports brands in history.

The Air Jordan line became a global phenomenon and still generates billions of dollars in revenue every year.

2. Ownership in the NBA

Jordan also invested in the NBA itself by becoming the majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, further increasing his wealth.

3. Endorsements and Investments

Over the years, Jordan partnered with major companies including Nike, Gatorade, McDonald's and Hanes, building a powerful global brand.

Do you think Michael Jordan is the greatest athlete-businessman in history?

Arteta is resurrecting Arsenal 👻

Arteta the magician brings Arsenal's squad back to life 

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Is the NBA Logo Based on Jerry West? The Story Behind the Famous Basketball Silhouette

The iconic logo of the NBA is one of the most recognizable sports symbols in the world.

For decades, fans have believed that the silhouette used in the logo was inspired by basketball legend Jerry West.

But is that actually true?

The Origin of the NBA Logo

Jerry West and the famous silhouette believed to inspire the NBA logo.

The NBA logo was created in 1969 by designer Alan Siegel.

It was inspired by a photograph of Jerry West dribbling the ball during his playing days with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Although the league has never officially confirmed that the logo represents Jerry West, the resemblance between the silhouette and the photograph is striking.

Why the NBA Never Officially Confirmed It

Interestingly, the NBA has always avoided officially stating that the logo represents Jerry West.

One reason is legal: if the league officially acknowledged the player behind the logo, it could lead to royalty or compensation issues.

Still, many basketball fans and historians widely believe that Jerry West is indeed the inspiration behind the famous silhouette.

The Debate: Should the Logo Change?

In recent years, some fans have suggested updating the NBA logo.

After the tragic death of Kobe Bryant in 2020, many people called for the logo to be redesigned in his honor.

However, the NBA has not announced any plans to change its iconic symbol.

Do you think the NBA logo should stay the same or be redesigned for another legend like Kobe Bryant?

Paul Pogba is dreaming of a move away from Man Utd 😏💭

Mino Raiola: “Italy is like home for Paul. He would not mind going back to Juventus, but we will see what will happen after the Euros."

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Deontay Wilder "The Bronze Bomber"

Deontay Wilder "The Bronze Bomber", the first American world heavyweight champion since 2015

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No more Manchester in Europe!

Manchester City banned from European club competitions for two seasons by Uefa

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Football Valentine 2020

The Champions League trophy is every footballer's one true love

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Lucas Hernandez French birthday

Bon anniversaire Lucas Hernandez

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Pierluigi Collina and bad luck

Before the World Cup 2002 final, between Brazil and Germany, Oliver Kahn declared that the game referee Pierluigi Collina brings bad luck. And obviously this was right, as the game was ended 2-0 to Brazil and Ronaldo lifting the World Cup.

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Why Did Babe Ruth Put Cabbage in His Cap? 🥬⚾

Before ice packs… before modern cooling towels…
"The Bambino" Babe Ruth had his own solution to the summer heat.

A cabbage leaf inside his cap. 🥬

Yes, really.

The baseball legend would place cold cabbage leaves under his hat to stay cool during scorching games.

Sometimes the simplest tricks become legendary — just like the man himself.

Would you try it? 😄

Babe Ruth was one of the greatest players in MLB history, playing for the New York Yankees and becoming a baseball icon in the 1920s. Known as "The Bambino," he was famous not only for his home runs but also for his quirky personality and unusual habits — including his cabbage cooling trick.

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Neymar copycats Beckham

Neymar: "I copied quite a few of Beckham's haircuts!" 😎🥰

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Derby della Madonnina's Roars

Zlatan roared at Lukaku...

But Lukaku roared back louder 😎

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Messi no monster like Ronaldo & may struggle in England

Emmanuel Petit: “Messi is not Cristiano Ronaldo. Physically he’s not the same machine. Honestly, I don’t think he’s suited to the intensity of England."

Yeah, Messi couldn't deal with Jones, Mustafi and Luiz, could he? 🤭

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Kevin Durant

 Kevin Durant great career in the NBA didn't grant him a good acting career in Hollywood

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My wish for Messi is to stay at Barcelona

🐐 Guardiola on Messi: “He’s a player for Barcelona, he will stay there, that is my wish.

“I’m not going to talk about players for another club. I think he’s going to finish his career there, it’s my wish.”

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Basque clubs kick La Liga giants out of the Copa Del Rey

Real Madrid 3-4 Real Sociedad Athletic Club 1-0 Barcelona

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Happy birthday to Cristiano Ronaldo, Tevez and Neymar

A very rich birthday

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You wouldn't want to be Abidal today 😳

Abidal made Messi so angry

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Podolski joins Antalyaspor

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Neymar is always injured on his birthday

Injured on his birthday for the third year in a row, Neymar has the worst luck 🤕🥳

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Led by Mahomes, Chiefs pull off epic Super Bowl comeback

Who saw the comeback looming from the Chiefs? What an incredible win led by Mahomes and his team at the #SuperBowlLIV

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Messi has found the heir to his Barcelona crown 👑

From Ronaldinho to Messi to Fati

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Djokovic wins record-extending eighth Australian Open title

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Martial a fizzy drink

Paul Ince: “I’ve always called Martial a fizzy drink. "You open a can, it fizzes and then it goes flat. "That’s exactly what you saw against Wolves."

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What is the top winter transfer?

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