Debunked — quick fact checks and rumor-busting

Seen a viral claim and wondered if it’s real? This tag groups stories that cut through the noise. We pick apart rumors, check sources, and show the evidence so you don’t have to guess. Expect plain answers: true, false, or partly true — plus the proof behind each verdict.

What you’ll find here

Articles under “Debunked” range from clarifying transfer gossip and injury reports to correcting misleading headlines and streaming claims. For example, you’ll see pieces that examine sports rumours, explain official statements, or sort out who actually said what. We also flag when speculation gets treated like fact — and explain why that matters.

We don’t write vague rebuttals. Each item links to original documents, quotes, or data: club statements, match reports, public records, or direct interviews. If a transfer story sounds dramatic — like a big-name swap — we’ll show contract details, credible sources, and the timeline that proves whether it was real or just talk.

How we check claims (so you can too)

We start with the source. Is the claim coming from an official club, government office, or a verified reporter? Then we look for independent confirmation from at least one other trustworthy source. If official documents exist, we quote them. For social posts, we check timestamps, account history, and whether the image or clip has been used before in a different context.

Numbers matter. If a story cites fines, scores, or dates, we verify those against public records or match reports. When interviews or insider tips are involved, we try to get statements on the record. If confirmation isn’t possible, we label the claim as unverified rather than present it as fact.

Want quick examples of the kind of clarity we bring? Look for posts that explain streaming offers, separate injury updates from speculation, or unpack political claims tied to fines and audits. Each piece tells you what was claimed, what we found, and why that finding matters to you.

Prefer to dig deeper? We include links to primary sources and earlier coverage so you can follow the trail. If we correct a past story, we explain what changed and publish the correction visibly — no burying it.

Got a tip or a headline that worries you? Send it our way. If you spotted a suspicious social post, a sudden viral stat, or a dramatic transfer leak, flag it and we’ll look into it. We can’t promise to cover everything, but if a claim affects many people or carries real consequences, it moves to the front of the queue.

Use this tag as a reality check. Read the verdict, check the evidence, and share responsibly. Facts matter more than clicks — and here we make it easy to see which is which.