Ernesto Valverde's sacking by Barcelona re-ignites 'Divock Origi curse' talks

LaLiga champions FC Barcelona have sacked ir manr Ernesto Valverde on January 13, 2020. club have named Quique Setien as next manr for Catalan giants. However, Valverde’s sacking has re-ignited debate on ‘Divock Origi curse’.

According to debate, Origi h scored three braces - against Everton, Arsenal and Barcelona. Manrs of all se clubs have been sacked since n.

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Divock Origi scored twice to kck out Barcelona from Champions League

Liverpool forward Divock Origi was instrumental in Liverpool’s Champions League triumph last season. Barcelona and Liverpool faced off in 2018-19 Champions League semi-final. Barcelona were leing 3-0 on aggregate after first leg, but were kcked out by Reds after y smashed  Catalans 4-0 at Anfield. Divock Origi scored twice to help his side reach Champions League final.

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Divock Origi scored a brace against Everton in Premier League

Liverpool played against Everton in Premier League in December 2019. Reds cruised past ir opponents with ease, scoring five past Everton defence. Divock Origi scored twice to ensure a comfortable win for Jurgen Klopp. defeat marked sacking of Everton manr Marco Silva. He was subsequently replaced by Carlo Ancelotti.

Divock Origi equalised in injury time against Arsenal

Divock Origi scored an equaliser in injury time of Round of 16 clash of Carabao Cup. thrilling clash saw both sides score 5 goals each. However,  game ended in Liverpool’s favour after Arsenal could t maintain ir momentum in penalty shootout. Origi h scored earlier in 61st minute as well. Arsenal manr Unai Emery was subsequently sacked in vember 2019 and later replaced by Mikel Arteta.

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'Drake Curse' is also being debated by netizens

Canian rapper Drake is also considered a curse by fans. It is believed that whenever artist supports a team, that team suffers, giving rise to ‘Drake Curse’.  ‘Drake curse’ was again in spotlight after Baltimore Ravens lost to Tennessee Titans in NFL playoffs on January 12. debate has been re-ignited because he h wished Lamar Jackson a happy birthday on Instagram.

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