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Zlatan Ibrahimovic managed a momentous 52 goals for LA Galaxy in his two-year stint in the MLS. With the arrival of another superstar and Mexico’s highest-scoring player, Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez. Is the pressure on for the new talisman to replace the Swedish magician?

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2019 was a great footballing year with massive tournaments including the FIFA Women’s World Cup which impressed with its biggest audience ever and the Africa Cup of Nations.

12 NATIONAL TEAMS THAT WOULD HAVE SHINED IN 2020➡️https://t.co/IAgFwoSrKS

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Professional soccer at all levels is thriving in the USA with increased average attendance and media coverage turning the MLS into a lucrative goldmine.

WHO WERE MLS’ MOST VALUABLE TEAMS IN 2019 AND WHY? ➡ https://t.co/9WZP3gR30i

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Before they were “the Inevitables”, Arsenal were once upon a time, “the Invincibles.” During the 2003/04 Premier League season, Gunners finished an entire 38-games unbeaten.

HOW DID ARSENAL FALL SO FAR AND WHAT CAN THEY DO TO REBUILD? ➡https://t.co/IhVCOlx73c

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Borussia Dortmund takes pride in engaging youthful players and developing them to become world-class players.

HOW DID BORUSSIA DORTMUND BECOME A FACTORY FOR TALENT?➡️ https://t.co/9JM3mdnuuD

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The MLS has housed some of the world's best players at the peak of their careers courtesy of the designated player rule that allows teams to compete for star players in the international market.

COULD ZLATAN REALLY BE THE BEST DP PLAYER OF ALL TIME? ➡https://t.co/L7H9dZC823

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With 2021 around the corner, FIFA is under pressure to repackage the tournament and win over both fans and a huge number of highly influential clubs.

FIFA’S BATTLE TO WIN OVER TOP CLUBS AHEAD OF THE REVAMPED 2021 CLUB WORLD CUP ➡️https://t.co/NQo9Z6XTDc

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Education and football are working hand in glove to improve the lives of girls in Niger. The West African country is among the poorest in the world with the highest rates of early childhood marriage.

HOW IS SOCCER KEEPING NIGER GIRLS IN SCHOOL ➡️https://t.co/49L63ZzMDd

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The 2019 CAF Player of the Year was arguably the best player in the world, clinching the golden boot after scoring 22 Premier League goals and helping Liverpool to a UEFA Champions League title.

FIRSTTOUCH’S TOP 5 AFRICAN MALE BALLERS ➡ https://t.co/BBHQ92WB6h

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The Egyptian king was on song as a part of the infamous trio with Firmino and Mane that dominated Europe. The 27-year-old scored one of the goals for Liverpool in a 2-0 victory over Tottenham in the UCL final.

FIRSTTOUCH’S TOP 5 AFRICAN MALE BALLERS ➡ https://t.co/BBHQ92WB6h

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The 30-year-old completed the list of the English top flight best scorers as he also had 22 goals to his name, sharing the golden boot with Liverpool's African striking duo.

FIRSTTOUCH’S TOP 5 AFRICAN MALE BALLERS ➡ https://t.co/BBHQ92WB6h

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After winning a historic domestic treble with Manchester City, the 28-year-old immediately switched to his national colors and superbly led the Desert Foxes to their second-ever AFCON title.

FIRSTTOUCH’S TOP 5 AFRICAN MALE BALLERS ➡ https://t.co/BBHQ92WB6h

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We stand with Mousa Marega's open outrage during the match. Great time to stand up and not lay back

#NoToRacism #Marega #Porto

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Last night, Porto's Moussa Marega walked out of their match after allegedly being racially abused.

Later, Marega said: "I would just like to tell these idiots who come to the stadium to make racist chants, go f--k yourself."

(via @vsports_pt)

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Pep Guardiola doubles down 👀

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@regium_bagel @markarm8 Others would suggest there is a leadership vacuum in the dressing room. The seasoned players have not been there to rally young talent. For instance, look at @JHenderson at @LFC or @CesarAzpi at Chelsea. Maybe that's the touch needed, leaders and legends.

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@premierleague Pepe doing the most today.

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Name a better duo?

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@juventusfc @bonucci_leo19 @chiellini It was a good move not to sell Dybala earlier in the summer last year. The boy keeps showing up and delivering when needed the most. That free kick 🙌

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@HerFootballHub Or more torture