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Exploring Premier League transfers more costly than Antony's €95m move to Manchester United, we examine the performances of Enzo Fernandez, Jack Grealish, Declan Rice, Moises Caicedo, Romelu Lukaku, and Paul Pogba. Some have met the price tag with success, while others have struggled to justify the investment.

Leigh Leopards claimed a thrilling 1-0 victory over Wigan Warriors with Gareth O'Brien's decisive drop goal in extra time. The match was historic, being the first Super League game finishing 0-0 in regulation, drawing 21,748 fans. Milestones included Leigh's first win at Wigan since 1983 and the debut of the Captain's Challenge system, setting a dramatic tone for the 2025 season.

In a thrilling match of the 2025 ODI Tri-Nation Series, Pakistan clobbered South Africa by six wickets, riding on impressive innings from Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha. The duo's partnership secured Pakistan's place in the final against New Zealand after chasing down South Africa's 237-run target in under 45 overs.

India's thrashing of England by 142 runs in the final ODI at Ahmedabad not only completed a 3-0 series sweep but also showcased their dominant form with a formidable total of 356/8. England's chase faltered despite Joe Root’s fighting 65, as the visitors slumped to 214/9. This marks India's ninth straight home series win over England in ODIs since 1984, underscoring their cricketing prowess.

Kylian Mbappe found himself at the center of unexpected attention with a wardrobe malfunction during Real Madrid's thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester City. Although initially overshadowed by the mishap, his equalizing goal played a crucial role in the win. The incident, which became a viral sensation, shared the spotlight as Real Madrid prepares for the second leg on February 19.

Inter Milan clashed with Fiorentina at San Siro on February 10, 2025, in a Serie A match broadcast live on Paramount+, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream. Inter aimed to avenge their recent 3-0 loss, with key players like Marcus Thuram in form. Fiorentina's Moise Kean posed a significant threat, and the game followed a previous match paused due to a medical emergency involving a Fiorentina player.

Inter Milan edged closer to Serie A leaders Napoli with a 2-1 win over Fiorentina, reducing the point gap to just one. The match saw a pivotal goal by Marko Arnautovic and contentious moments including a penalty for Fiorentina. The victory fuels a tense title chase with Inter and Napoli preparing for challenging matches ahead.

Tottenham Hotspur's manager Ange Postecoglou has taken a firm stance defending his team against mounting criticism, urging critics to direct their discontent towards him. He praised the players' commitment amidst challenging times and acknowledged fans' frustrations with recent performances, especially with ambitions for a top-four Premier League finish.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou defended his team after a 2-1 FA Cup loss to Aston Villa, focusing on the resilience displayed by his injury-hit squad. With 11 key players out, Spurs fielded a youthful side that included debutant goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky. The manager drew a comparison to Liverpool's past challenges, standing by his players' commitment and looking to the Europa League for possible success.

John Cooney, a promising Irish boxer, died at 28, just a week after sustaining a critical brain injury during his Celtic super-featherweight title defense. The injury occurred while fighting Nathan Howells in Belfast. Cooney won the Celtic title in 2023 and endeared many with his return from injury in late 2024. His untimely death left a profound impact on his family, fans, and the boxing community.