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Identify the sole two players in the Premier League with star quality

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Did you believe that Bukayo Saka or the current Ballon d’Or winner possesses 'star quality'? As though it makes a difference regardless...  ‘Is the Premier League experiencing a shortage of superstars?’ is an opening line from Sam Wallace in the Daily Telegraph that stems entirely from the absurd situation of the international break concluding with an FA Cup weekend lacking any of England's most popular clubs.  You realize you are drifting into middle age when you begin to ponder where all the true superstars have disappeared to; wasn’t it more enjoyable when you could leave your door unlocked, men were men, women were something unspecified, and the Premier League overflowed with star talent? The issue? It never truly was.  In the latest Forbes ranking of the top-earning athletes in 2024, which generally aligns with the most renowned players globally, the Premier League features three individuals: Erling Haaland, Mo Salah, and Kevin De Bruyne.  In 2020, the Premier L...
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Newcastle claims Carabao Cup triumph against Liverpool at Wembley Stadium

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• Newcastle secures their first significant domestic title of the 2024/25 season.  • Magpies concluded a long 56-year wait for trophies.  • Dan Burn, Alexander Isak, and Federico Chiesa scored goals.  "Chaos in black and white."  The likelihood is high that the comments made by Sky Sports co-commentator Gary Neville when Newcastle United scored first in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final will become part of football history as the Magpies broke their long-standing trophy drought.  Newcastle had less possession against former champions Liverpool at Wembley Stadium but controlled the match in the capital, generating significantly more chances than their renowned rivals.  The damage occurred in a brief period around half-time, as lifelong Newcastle supporter Dan Burn – who was let go by the club at 11 but returned at 29 after building a career mainly in the Championship and League One – headed the Magpies ahead just before the break.  Alexander Isak, a player reg...
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Who are the leading scorers of 2025? Dembele continues to be in front of Mbappe and Haaland.

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Viktor Gyokeres was the leading scorer of 2024, concluding the year with an astonishing total of 52 goals.  Remaining with Sporting for the time being, Gyokeres is anticipated to compete again in 2025, although Erling Haaland may seek to reclaim his title and Kylian Mbappe has made a strong start to the year.  The requirements: Every club goal across all tournaments for teams in Europe’s leading 10 leagues. Minutes per goal serves as your tie-breaker when players have the same number of goals, which, of course, many do at this early stage.  10. Santiago Gimenez [Feyenoord/Milan] – 9 strikes   After demonstrating sufficient talent to secure his major career transition – featuring a Champions League double against Bayern Munich – Gimenez has recently been eliminated from Europe’s top tournament by his old team. Amusing old game.  9. Mo Salah [Liverpool] – 10 strikes   You may have heard he is performing rather well. Salah has netted in eight straight matches ...
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Player ratings for Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth: James' late goal spares the Blues' blushes

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Chelsea saved a late 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on Tuesday, thanks in large part to captain Reece James. With 13 shots against Bournemouth's one, Chelsea controlled the first half's stat sheet. Cole Palmer's cold low finish 13 minutes in gave Chelsea a well-earned lead. After Antoine Semenyo was taken down by Moises Caicedo, David Brooks narrowly missed a possible red card for catching Marc Cucurella in the face, and Semenyo scored his own goal from inside the penalty area to put Bournemouth in a dominant position, Justin Kluivert tied the score shortly after the restart from the penalty spot. Deep into stoppage time, the returning Reece James bent a beautiful free-kick into Mark Travers' bottom corner to give his team a share with the spoils, just when it appeared the Cherries would cling on for a thrilling victory. Chelsea player ratings [4-2-3-1] Player                                      ...
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