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  • Does Alexander Isak Become a Transfer Mistake?

    Alexander Isak has suffered another injury during Liverpool’s match against Tottenham Hotspur. The 26-year-old hasn’t really had the season fans were hoping for. This has raised a question: is it now fair to label Isak as a failed signing for Liverpool?

    Liverpool forward Alexander Isak in action (instagram.com/liverpoolfc)

    Still halfway for a season

    Across 16 appearances so far, Isak has managed just two goals — a stat that’s definitely caught the attention of The Kop and football fans in general, especially considering he was last season’s Premier League top scorer. Compared to the massive fee Liverpool paid for him, his output this season feels underwhelming.

    That said, it’s still only mid-season. Isak’s struggles haven’t happened in a vacuum either, Liverpool as a whole have been underperforming, which hasn’t exactly helped his game.

    ”So pinning all the blame on Isak and branding him a failed transfer? That feels way too early.”

    Injury prone history

    Even though he’s known as a sharp striker, Isak has had his fair share of injuries. From groin and hamstring problems back in his Newcastle days to a recent MCL issue, his injury record is pretty long. There was even a point when a hamstring injury kept him out for 38 games, that’s nearly an entire season gone.

    Liverpool shelled out a massive £125–130 million (around Rp 2.8 trillion) for him. So, naturally, fans are watching every touch, every shot, and every injury with bated breath. The club has had its share of expensive forwards who didn’t quite hit the mark: Andy Carroll, Darwin Nunez, as the pressure on Isak is real.

    That said, it’s not all doom and gloom. Liverpool’s struggles as a team this season haven’t exactly made things easier for him.

    ”Because when he’s fit, Isak has proven he can dominate games. Fans are hoping that once he’s fully recovered, he’ll bring back that lethal, goal-hungry energy that made him the Premier League top scorer last season.”

    For now, patience is key. If Isak can stay fit, there’s no doubt he can turn things around, and the football world can’t wait to see it happen.

    Here’s hoping Isak comes back stronger, faster, and sharper than ever!

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  • Basral Graito: Southeast Asia Takeover!

    Indonesian skateboarder Basral Graito Hutomo just won gold medal at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand. The 18-year-old just seen emotional in his amazing victory. Read the full story below.

    TOPSHOT – Indonesia’s Basral graito hutomo celebrates with his gold medal after winning the men’s street skateboarding final event of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) at SAT Extreme Sports Park in Bangkok on December 14, 2025. (Photo by Chanakarn Laosarakham / AFP via Getty Images)

    Emotional gold winning moment

    At the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, the internet went into full hype mode over Basral Graito Hutomo, an Indonesian skateboarder who secured the gold medal. Born in 2007, Basral couldn’t hold back his emotions during the final, defining moment of the competition.

    In the final best trick round, Basral pulled off a notoriously difficult trick with flawless precision. The moment he landed it, emotions overwhelmed him, and he was visibly moved to tears. We also could seen like competitors from Malaysia and the Philippines were spotted cheering and hugging Basral.

    It wasn’t just a victory, it was a celebration of the skateboarding community itself. The warmth and sportsmanship on display showed that beyond medals and tricks, the culture of skateboarding thrives on mutual respect, friendship, and shared passion.

    ”For 18-year-old Basral, the moment captured years of grinding in the streets of Solo, proving that talent, grinding, and hardwork can take you all the way to the top.”

    More than just a skateboarder

    The win hits even harder when you look at his journey, from growing up in Solo’s local street to rising as one of Southeast Asia’s top skateboarders. His story is more than just a medal run, it’s a full-circle moment that resonates far beyond the skate park.

    ”Long before the medals and viral moments, he was already known in the scene, and the wins followed naturally. Over the years, he’s stacked up trophies from some seriously legit competitions.”

    Basral has been part of skate culture for as long as anyone can remember. He won the Indonesia Open X-Sport Championship in 2019, putting himself on the local skate map. Then in 2024, Basral then went global, taking the top spot at The Bunt Jam in Melbourne, one of the most respected skate contests in the world.

    Read more: Lando Norris Crowned 2025 F1 Champion

  • Lando Norris Crowned 2025 F1 Champion

    Rising-star McLaren driver Lando Norris is the 2025 F1 champion, edging out Max Verstappen by the slimmest of margins. What are the full details behind this perfect season for both Lando and McLaren?

    Lando Norris F1 World Champion (instagram.com/lando)

    McLaren’s dream season

    This year’s F1 season was pretty much McLaren’s show from start to finish. They locked in the Constructors’ title early, and the only thing left to settle was whether Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri would take the Drivers’ crown, both were sitting comfortably at the top. McLaren’s rise this season was fueled by solid teamwork, smart strategy, and the impressive form of their young drivers.

    At the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Lando finished in P3. Max Verstappen won the race, but the crucial two-point advantage was enough for Lando to claim the first championship title of his career. On the other hand, Max had to accept the end of his four-year champ streak.

    What it means to Lando

    Winning a world title is every driver’s dream, and that includes Lando Norris. The 26-year-old officially became this season’s world champion, ending McLaren’s 17-season title drought.

    ”Lando’s victory came as a bit of a surprise, especially since his teammate Oscar Piastri had been seen as the strongest contender. Piastri dominating the standings earlier in the season, before dropping off in the final few races.”

    That dip sparked rumors that Piastri was being sidelined, with claims that McLaren were backing Lando for the title. Putting those heated debates aside, Lando fully deserved the championship, finishing two points ahead of Max Verstappen and 13 points clear of Piastri. He showed real determination and silenced the critics, bouncing back from his disqualification at the previous GP in Las Vegas.

    So, did Lando became champion surprising to you?

    Read more: The Giannis-Milwaukee Era Is Over?

  • The Giannis-Milwaukee Era Is Over?

    Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly on the verge of requesting a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks. The superstar is said to be growing frustrated with the team’s current form. Could this truly the end of his remarkable 13-season run with the franchise?

    2x NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo (instagram.com/bucks)

    New York state of Giannis mind

    Where Giannis ultimately lands next has become a major talking point. Any team interested will need to offer a trade package worthy of a player of his caliber, likely including significant assets and multiple draft picks. A young team like the San Antonio Spurs could, in fact, be one of the more fitting candidates.

    Several sources report that Giannis is looking to begin a new chapter with the New York Knicks. He has even ‘allegedly’ requested a trade to New York before the season began. Other rumors suggest he has grown frustrated with the team’s decision to waive Damian Lillard.

    ”However, as this story continues to develop, Giannis himself has yet to make any public comment on the speculation. Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has even firmly denying that Giannis has made any trade request.”

    Bucks big man to LA? well…

    A superstar of Giannis’ stature naturally draws interest from across the league. Not only for his dominance on the court, but also for the massive boost he brings in media exposure, television appeal, and jersey sales. At this stage of his career, a big-market franchise seems like the most fitting destination.

    Considering Giannis has repeatedly expressed his desire to see more European players suit up for iconic teams like the Lakers and the Knicks.

    The Los Angeles Lakers have also emerged as one of the teams most strongly linked to Giannis. But any pursuit would come at a steep price: they’d likely need to part with one of their core pieces. The most realistic name in that scenario is Austin Reaves. But would the Lakers do it?

    ”The last Bucks superstar to make the jump to the Lakers was Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who went on to become a Hollywood legend. Giannis could very well be on the verge of writing a similar story.”

    Read more: Is This Finally Arsenal’s Year?

  • Is This Finally Arsenal’s Year?

    After falling short in the last few seasons and earning the title of the ‘Kings of Runner-Up,’ Arsenal are now sitting on top of the Premier League with a six-point cushion. Is this finally their year?

    North London is rising (instagram.com/arsenal)

    Top of the league

    As we roll into Matchweek 13 of the Premier League, Arsenal have shockingly stormed their way to the top of the table. Arteta’s squad sits on 29 points, built from 9 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 defeat. Their closest chaser? Chelsea, with six points behind.

    This impressive run comes from a mix of rock-solid consistency and real squad depth. Sure, it also helps that their usual rivals, Manchester City and Liverpool, are having far-from-perfect seasons. But credit where it’s due to several Arsenal stars have been on fire, from Bukayo Saka, William Saliba to Jurrien Timber.

    ”Not only sitting pretty at the top of the Premier League, but the London giants are also ruling their Champions League group. They’ve just taken down Bayern Munich 3–1, handing a team with a perfect record their first real punch of the season.”

    Is this gonna be their season?

    Arsenal’s chances of lifting trophy this season are wide open. But Martin Ødegaard and co. can’t afford to lose focus, because we’re not even at the halfway line yet. They still have to survive the chaos of Boxing Day and face their toughest rivals to prove their quality.

    Truth is, The Gunners have been in this position before over the past few seasons. Fans are hoping this time they don’t bottle and drop points when the finish line starts coming into view. It’s been more than two decades since they last won the Premier League.

    ”’And maybe, just maybe, this is the moment they’ve been waiting for a long-long time.”

    Will Mikel Arteta bring the glory back to The Gunners?

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  • #AndNew: Islam Makhachev Claims Welterweight Title

    #1 pound-for-pound fighter Islam Makhachev defeats Jack Della Maddalena in Welterweight title shot. He is now a double champ, after previous long reign at lightweight. Could Topuria be his ultimate challenge?

    Makhachev claims Welterweight title after defeating JDM (instagram.com/UFC)

    Very different fighting style

    After dominating the lightweight division, Islam Makhachev made a move that sparked reactions. He moves up to welterweight, claiming he no longer faced real challenges. The 27-1-0 fighter then aimed for Australian Jack Della Maddalena’s (JDM) welterweight belt.

    Their showdown headlined UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden, New York. In the opening rounds, Islam and JDM danced cautiously, each wary of a single strike that could end it all. Besides, wrapping up the round quickly is more effective.

    ”JDM dazzles with his striking, while Islam dominates on the ground, a clash of styles that made this battle between two elite fighters truly irresistible.”

    Islam takes JDM to his world

    Islam performed well in the following rounds. Almost every round, he managed a takedown whenever JDM let his guard down. Eventually, Islam dragged the reigning welterweight champion into a fight from which there was no escape.

    By the fifth round, JDM was still trapped in Makhachev’s game plan. He barely landing any significant strikes throughout the match. As a result, Islam Makhachev was announced the winner by unanimous decision.

    Topuria waiting?

    After defeating JDM, UFC fans are eagerly anticipating Islam Makhachev’s next challenge. Many are waiting for a matchup with Ilia Topuria, who is now the UFC Lightweight Champion. The tension is further fueled by Topuria himself, who tweeted that Islam’s fighting style is very boring.

    ‘‘If Topuria and Makhachev do face each other, this could be the biggest UFC fight since Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor.”

    UFC fans, what do you think?

    Read more: Perfect Ending for Lando Norris, Piastri, and McLaren?

  • Perfect Ending for Lando Norris, Piastri, and McLaren?

    The 2025 F1 season is coming to an end soon. Even so, it looks like McLaren will be the ones celebrating. Their two drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, currently sit first and second in championship standings. But who will be crowned champion?

    Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren (instagram.com/lando)

    Doesn’t matter Norris or Piastri

    McLaren can already afford to wait sweetly for either Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri to be crowned this season’s world champion. Norris is currently first in the standings, with Piastri following in second place. The two McLaren stars have already built a comfortable points gap over third-placer Max Verstappen.

    Following Norris win at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, he pocketed an additional 25 points. This brings him closer to his first world title ever in career. Currently, the 25-year-old has 390 points with 7 wins and 17 podium finishes.

    ”Now, there are three Grand Prix races left this season: Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi. Three different venues to mark a new history for McLaren with Norris and Piastri.”

    McLaren’s perfect year

    McLaren was crowned the 2025 F1 Constructors’ Champion at the Singapore Grand Prix. The outstanding performances of Norris and Piastri throughout the season played a key role for the British manufacturer. After a thrilling points battle with Mercedes, Singapore GP proved to be the perfect place for McLaren to seal the title.

    This title marks McLaren’s tenth in its history. Additionally, this is McLaren’s second consecutive championship title, having also won it last season. In fact, only Ferrari has more Constructors’ titles than McLaren, with 16 titles.

    ”After securing the Constructors’ Championship title, which driver will bring home the drivers’ championship for McLaren after a 17-year drought?”

    Read more: Is It Too Soon to Call Shohei Ohtani the GOAT?

  • Is It Too Soon to Call Shohei Ohtani the GOAT?

    LA Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has just won the World Series championship. This is his second consecutive title, having also won it in the previous season. After his dominant run, where does Ohtani rank in baseball all-time greats?

    Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani (instagram.com/shoheiohtani)

    Historic season

    This season, the three-time MVP led the Los Angeles Dodgers back to World Series back-to-back. Ohtani and company defeating the Milwaukee Brewers easily with a 4-0 sweep. However, in front of the home crowd, Ohtani stole the spotlight in Game 4, overshadowing the sweep victory.

    In that game, he hit three home runs and struck out ten opposing batters. These statistics are remarkable, considering that no player in MLB playoff history has ever done that before. On top of that, his performance in Game 4 was described as exactly what the greatest athletes should have done.

    ‘Shotime’ historic season also ended in a perfect way, as he won the World Series. His team, Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays by a 4-3 tight margin of final score. Ohtani finished the 2025 season leading the league with 146 runs scored, 380 total bases, and 89 extra-base hits.

    What’s left for Ohtani’s legacy?

    After his historic run, the baseball world would be guilty if not including Shohei Ohtani in the GOAT discussion. The 31-year-old Japanese pitcher now should be in the same category with Willie Mays, Babe Ruth, and Barry Bonds.

    This argument can’t go wrong, as Ohtani accolades speaks for themselves. He was already a 2x World Series champion, 3x MVP, 5× All-Star, 5x All-MLB First Team, and ALB Rookie of The Year. Moreover, Ohtani also won 3× Silver Slugger Award, 2x Hank Aaron Award, and 2× Home run leader.

    ”Friendly reminder, Ohtani did all of these incredible feats in just seven MLB seasons. Yet, he’s not done, Ohtani is already eyeing for the three-peat next season.”

    Do you think Shohei Ohtani just ended the GOAT discussion?

    Read more: Walk The Talk, Lamine Yamal!

  • Walk The Talk, Lamine Yamal!

    The last El Clasico left the tension between the two Spanish giants running high. However, there’s one man who has been highlighted: Lamine Yamal. His display against Madrid has been called doesn’t reflect the words he spoke to the media. What happened?

    Lamine Yamal (fcbarcelona.com)

    Pre-match tension

    Ahead of El Clasico, the internet was buzzing when Lamine Yamal was interviewed by Gerard Pique on his YouTube. He was asked what he thought if La Capital’s rivals, Porcinos, could be compared to Real Madrid. In case you didn’t know, La Capital is Gerard Pique’s mini football club that competes in the King’s League.

    Yamal answered that both teams liked to steal and complain all the time. Although he responded jokingly, Real Madrid fans took it as an insult. Moreover, Real Madrid players were also reportedly also provoked by Yamal’s comments.

    ”This is like throwing gasoline on the fire. Real Madrid, who were humiliated in their last two meetings with Barcelona, are preparing their revenge. Not only to win the match, but also to teach Lamine Yamal a lesson.”

    Carvajal and Yamal relationship

    Real Madrid walked away with a 2-1 victory. At the end of the match, several Los Blancos players were seen coming up directly to Yamal. Starting with Vinicius, Courtois, and even Dani Carvajal, who is Yamal’s teammate on the national team. The two were seen arguing before being separated.

    When Yamal’s comments hit the headlines, Carvajal was reportedly asked to meet Lamine individually. The Real Madrid captain actions were described as very diplomatic and able to calm things down. Unfortunately, this didn’t happen on the field, as the two ended up arguing.

    On top of that, Lamine Yamal and Dani Carvajal have unfollowed each other on Instagram. This led to new concerns, given that both of them had just won EURO 2024 for Spain. Meanwhile, the 2026 World Cup is only a year away.

    Walk the talk

    What happened to Lamine Yamal has caused concern over his career, especially since he has not performed brilliantly as he did last season. Many netizens have suggested that Lamine should focus on the pitch.

    This is also agreed upon by Ronaldinho, Barcelona’s legend. The 2005 Ballon d’Or winner said that the player wearing the number ten jersey has a great responsibility. What he means by responsibility is to perform on the field, not just all-talk.

    Comeback stronger than ever, Lamine!

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  • There’s A New King of Sepang! Alex Márquez Won Malaysian GP

    Malaysian GP in Sepang circuit has just ended. Alex Márquez from Gresini Bk8 Racing was crowned the winner after a fantastic performance. And yes, he is the new King of Sepang.

    Malaysian GP winner Alex Márquez (instagram.com/alexmarquez73)

    Bagnaia pre-race domination

    After the Australian GP ended last weekend, the MotoGP series moved on to the Sepang circuit in Malaysia. Few riders are ruled out due to injuries, including this year’s champion Marc Márquez and Jorge Martin. This leaves the door open for Alex Márquez, Francesco Bagnaia, and Marco Bezzecchi, who still competing for the final standings.

    In qualifying sessions, it was Francesco Bagnaia who actually dominated. The two-time MotoGP Champion managed to take pole position and also won the sprint sessions. Unfortunately, Bagnaia didn’t have the same good luck in the Sunday race, as he went DNF.

    ”Bagnaia’s failure in Sunday’s race put the number one spot on the podium in jeopardy. I mean, Sepang has always delivers surprises, right?”

    Alex third Grand Prix win

    Alex Marquez, who currently sits second place in the championship standings, grabbed this golden chance to extend his total points. The Gresini BK8 Racing rider finished first with a two-second gap ahead of fellow Spanish-men Pedro Acosta. His victory in Malaysian GP also clinches second place on the championship standings.

    The sweet victory in Malaysian GP was Alex’s third Grand Prix win of the 2025 season. Before that, he managed to win the Spanish GP and the Catalonia GP a few months ago. The 29-year-old rider has delivered his career best in the standings with Gresini Racing since joining the team in 2023.

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