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Messi or Ronaldo? Study links preference to political leanings
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DW News
· Jul 7, 2026
How Spain's pro-migrant, anti-Trump PM Pedro Sanchez defies political gravity | DW News
He's plagued by problems, but Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is proving to be one of Europe’s great political survivors. His international profile keeps rising due to his criticism of US-Israeli wars, and his support for migration. But his image abroad contrasts with perceptions back home, where he is battling corruption allegations, political gridlock and polarization. To understand how Sanchez manages to hang on after eight years in power, DW spoke to Maria Ramirez, managing editor of Spanish news outlet elDiario.es. She explains how Sanchez’s secret may be a divided opposition, but warns he has little room left to maneuver as the next general elections loom closer. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
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· Jul 12, 2026
People who believe Ronaldo is better than Messi are Psychos – Bovi
By Ayo Onikoyi Ace comedian and compere, Bovi has described as “Psycho” anyone who believes that Portugal superstar Ronaldo is better than Argentine legend Leo Messi, admonishing that one should not go into business with them. Speaking during a live session on his Instagram page, the ace comedian said a person’s opinion on the Ronaldo-Messi [] The post People who believe Ronaldo is better than Messi are Psychos – Bovi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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· Jul 4, 2026
Mexico City debates who's the GOAT
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BERNAMA
· Jun 25, 2026
General : PM Anwar Remains The Countryâs Most Favoured Political Leader - Merdeka Center Survey
KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains the country’s most favoured political leader with a 52 per cent approval rating, according to the latest Merdeka Center survey released today.
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· Jul 5, 2026
‘One is Superman, the other Batman’ – Chicharito opens up on Messi, Ronaldo debate
Former Mexico international Javier Hernandez, popularly known as Chicharito, has shared his insights on the ongoing debate regarding Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest of all time. He emphasized that the discussion centers more on relatability than direct comparison. Messi and Ronaldo are universally acknowledged as the two greatest players in football history. [] ‘One is Superman, the other Batman’ – Chicharito opens up on Messi, Ronaldo debate
Reuters
· Jul 6, 2026
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Related coverage for "Messi or Ronaldo? Study links preference to political leanings": DW News — How Spain's pro-migrant, anti-Trump PM Pedro Sanchez defies political gravity | DW News. Vanguard News — People who believe Ronaldo is better than Messi are Psychos – Bovi. TRT World — Mexico City debates who's the GOAT. BERNAMA — General : PM Anwar Remains The Countryâs Most Favoured Political Leader - Merdeka Center Survey. Daily Post Nigeria — ‘One is Superman, the other Batman’ – Chicharito opens up on Messi, Ronaldo debate. Reuters — Norway coach says red-card reversal is 'about FIFA,' not Trump