During a marathon, the runner in first place began playing the Chinese National Anthem before even crossing the finish line. Seeing an opportunity to take first place, the runner in second approached the finish line, but when he heard the anthem, he stopped, stood at attention out of respect, and began singing along instead
I realize most of you are aware... but you would be surprised to learn how many really never know when FOMC unfolds...
So, at 2pm ET the markets will move in thin delivery... and it will do it again at 2:30pm ET or just a few minutes after.
You will see the usual suspects show you their winning trades about then.
Act accordingly....
They still think we give af about soccer. We don’t even play soccer and still finished top 12.
We don’t give a fuck about soccer here. That shit don’t even touch my TV screen
@Mario___RM Let's admit the fact that Ballon d'or can never accuratly choose the singular best player out dozens of candidates. It is impossible. 11 best players; yes but a single one no.
The award is irrelevant; as it is not accurate
@KMbappe This is your moment to ascend to the dimension of greats like Muhamad Ali. Stand your ground. Do not apologize for stating the truth. Joing premier leauge if you have to but do not back down. You have my full support. #DictatureCommuniste#MbappeFC#BallonDor
🚨 Sergio Ramos On Kylian Mbappé amid the controversy surrounding the Chinese dictator meme:
🗣️ “Honestly, I don't understand how Kylian Mbappé continues to perform at the highest level while being attacked for almost everything he does.
This whole situation started because he laughed at a dictator meme that used his face.
It was a meme, something people share on the internet every single day.
He didn't create the meme, and laughing at something doesn't mean he intended to disrespect an entire country.
Yet somehow, the situation has turned into another excuse to attack his character.
The Chinese need to understand that not everything on the internet is meant to be taken so seriously.
Kylian has become the target of criticism for reasons that sometimes have nothing to do with football.
Every day, people seem to find a new reason to question his personality.
Imagine being one of the best players in the world and still having to defend yourself against something as ridiculous as this.
I've played football at the highest level, and I know how difficult it is to perform when millions of people are constantly watching you.
The pressure alone can affect even the strongest players.
But Kylian continues to show up, train, compete, and deliver on the pitch.
That tells you something about his mentality.
People seem to forget that footballers are human beings who are allowed to laugh, joke, and enjoy themselves.
You cannot expect someone to control every meme created about them on the internet.
If he responds, people complain. If he ignores it, they continue talking.
At some point, you have to ask yourself whether the criticism is really about what he did or whether people simply want another reason to hate him.
You can disagree with Mbappé, criticise his performances, and debate his decisions without turning every little incident into a character assassination.
The most incredible thing is that he continues to perform despite all this unnecessary noise.
Many players would struggle mentally under a fraction of the pressure he faces.
I've seen enough in football to know that mental strength is just as important as talent.
Kylian deserves to be judged fairly, not treated like a villain because he laughed at an internet meme.
Honestly, I have enormous respect for him because continuing to perform at this level while facing constant criticism requires an extraordinary mentality.”
Aucun coéquipier n’a fait un message public en soutien à Mbappé ! ❌
Pourtant c’est le premier à défendre tous le monde et à prendre position.
C’est inadmissible.
🚨🗣️Zlatan Ibrahimovic Questions How Kane Beat Mbappé to the Gerd Müller Trophy
“I understand giving Harry Kane the Ballon d’Or, but giving him the Gerd Müller Trophy as well when Kylian Mbappé is right there? That is unacceptable.
Mbappé finished as the top scorer in La Liga with 25 goals, the Champions League with 15 goals, and the World Cup with 10 goals. What more does a striker need to do to earn recognition?
You cannot tell me that a player who finishes as the top scorer in three of football’s biggest competitions doesn't deserve the award for the best goalscorer.
Harry Kane is a fantastic striker, but Mbappé's individual numbers deserve just as much respect. Denying him this award is unfair. If individual achievements still matter in football, then Kylian Mbappé deserves his flowers.
#BallonDor