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The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy has launched Road to Qatar Play, a new gaming experience designed to bring football supporters worldwide into a shared competitive space.Road to Qatar Play features 12 interactive challenges that cater to all levels of engagement, from casual fans to dedicated football enthusiasts, a statement said. Players can participate in fantasy football experiences, test their knowledge and predict match outcomes to earn points.The platform also includes social features such as friend invitations and the ability to share fantasy lineups, fostering community engagement and friendly competition.Performance across these challenges contributes to a unified scoring model reflected in leaderboards, where players can track their ranking among friends and users worldwide.The top three highest-ranking players will receive travel vouchers in recognition of their achievement. The app is now available in English and Arabic on play.roadtoqatar.qa, the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.More information about the tournament is available by following @arabcupqa and @roadtoqatar on all major social media platforms. 

Padma Shri Dr B Ravi Pillai, founder and chairman of the RP Group, was presented with the Qatar Indian Football Forum (QIFF) Super Cup 2025 official brochure by Mohammed Shanavas, head of guest management, as part of the formal engagements associated with the ongoing tournament.During the interaction, Dr Pillai highly appreciated QIFF for their dedicated and consistent initiatives to promote football culture among the Indian and wider expatriate community in Qatar, a statement said. He commended the organisation for successfully creating a platform that encourages talent, enhances community engagement, and nurtures the spirit of sportsmanship.Dr Pillai extended his best wishes for the 16th season of the QIFF Super Cup, currently taking place in Doha with enthusiastic participation from teams representing various regions. He emphasised the significance of such tournaments in strengthening community bonds and fostering healthy competition. He also assured his continued support, co-operation, and encouragement for QIFF’s future sporting events and development programmes.QIFF president Sharaf Hameed, along with the executive members, expressed their gratitude to Dr Pillai for honouring the event with his presence. They acknowledged his unwavering commitment to community initiatives and his longstanding support for sports and youth empowerment, the statement added. 

Coach Ehab Abu Jazar is guiding a national team that carries on its shoulders all the hopes and sorrows of Palestinian football, but it is his mother, forced by war to live in a Gaza tent, who is his main inspiration and motivation.The war that broke out following Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 put an end to Palestinian league matches, and left athletes in exile fearing for their loved ones in Gaza.But Abu Jazar’s mother refuses to let the conflict overshadow the sporting dreams of her son, to whom she feeds tactical advice from the rubble of the Palestinian territory by phone.“She talks to me about nothing but the team. She wants the focus to remain solely on the tournament,” the 45-year-old manager told AFP.“My mother asks me about the players, who will play as starters and who will be absent, about the tactics, the morale of the players and the circumstances surrounding them.”The coach’s mother Huda Mahmoud Abu Jazar, 62, is now displaced in Gaza’s Al-Mawasi camp, near Khan Yunis, living in a tent with her other son, his wife and their children.“My feelings are indescribable from the amount of happiness I feel for my son and his amazing team,” she told AFP.She beamed with pride about him and the Palestinian squad, saying her entire camp cheered when the team beat Qatar in an Arab Cup match last week.“You could hear ululations everywhere. They brought back a joy we had forgotten in Gaza,” she said.“He made us all proud. It is a great honour for us.”The manager, himself a former left-back, says he wants his players to convey the spirit of his mother and Gazans like her.“We always say that we are a small Palestinian family representing the larger family,” he said.“Undoubtedly, it puts pressure on us, but it’s positive pressure.”The Palestinian team are 96th in the FIFA rankings, and their hope of playing in their first World Cup vanished this summer.But the squad, most of whom have never set foot in Gaza, is within reach of the Arab Cup quarter-finals, keeping their message of resilience alive.Palestine play Syria in their final Arab Cup group match Sunday, where a draw would be enough to achieve an unprecedented feat for the team.He said progress would show the world that the Palestinians, if given the right conditions, can “excel in all fields”.Abu Jazar finished his playing career in 2017 before managing the Palestinian U-23 team and eventually taking the top job last year.After the war broke out, his family home was destroyed, displacing his mother in Gaza, like most of the territory’s population during the height of the conflict.He now feels pressure to deliver for them after witnessing from exile the horrors of the war, which came to a halt in October thanks to a fragile US-backed ceasefire.“At one point, it was a burden, especially at the beginning of the war,” he said.“We couldn’t comprehend what was happening.“But we possess the genes of resilience.“If we surrender and give in to these matters, we as a people will vanish.” 

As football fans made their way to the Education City Stadium for the first of its FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 matches, they were greeted by an array of Qatar Foundation (QF)-organised activities focused on cultural heritage, innovation, and fun.**media[389244]**Activations within Education City on the route to and from the stadium, which hosted the group-stage encounter between Saudi Arabia v Oman, included interactive STEM elements organised with QF entities, sparking supporters’ curiosity through a blend of sports, science, and technology.**media[389247]**Acts such as stilt walkers, marching bands, DJs, and football freestylers entertained supporters on their walk to the stadium, which is staging five matches during the tournament.**media[389246]**Next on the Education City Stadium’s FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 agenda is Oman v Morocco at 5.30pm on December 5 (Friday), followed by Syria v Palestine (8pm, on December 7), Bahrain v Sudan (8pm on December 9), and a quarter-final match at 5.30pm on December 12. The activations on the way to the stadium will be available for everyone to experience and enjoy at all these matches.

Paul Pogba made his long-awaited return to competitive football in Monaco’s 4-1 loss at Rennes on Saturday, while Paris Saint-Germain kept hold of top spot in Ligue 1 with a win over Le Havre. Pogba, 32, came on as a late substitute for Monaco in his first appearance in over two years after his career was derailed by injuries, a doping suspension and an extortion case in which he was the victim.“Football isn’t over for me.We’ve worked hard, we’ve waited more than two years to get back, and today it finally happened. Thank God,” said Pogba.The 2018 World Cup winner received a warm ovation from supporters at Roazhon Park when he came on in the 85th minute and again after the final whistle.“It really touched me to see the crowd stand and applaud.I honestly didn’t expect that, so a huge thank you to all the fans who were there today and supported me,” said Pogba.The former Manchester United midfielder failed a drugs test in August 2023 after a match for Juventus and was handed a four-year ban, which was subsequently reduced to 18 months.Nonetheless, the Italian giants terminated his contract last November, bringing to an early end an unhappy second stint in Turin blighted by injuries and other problems.In 2024, his brother Mathias was sentenced to three years in prison, with two years suspended, for his role in a plot to extort 13 million euros ($15.3 million) from Pogba in 2022.But the chance to salvage his career came in the form of Monaco, who decided to take a gamble on him once he became available again following the conclusion of his suspension in March.Monaco have been cautious in their approach to preparing Pogba for a return to competitive action, but coach Sebastien Pocognoli chose to bring on the midfielder with his team trailing by four goals and down to 10 men.Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal and Mahdi Camara struck for Rennes before Denis Zakaria was sent off. Breel Embolo added to the lead and Ludovic Blas scored a penalty, with Monaco pulling one back through Mika Biereth after the introduction of Pogba.“It’s great... the return of Paul Pogba, but I play for Monaco – that’s my team, and I hate losing,” said Pogba.“I’m relieved to be back playing football, the thing I love most in the world.“But there’s still work to do to get back to full fitness, play 90 minutes, and help the team as much as possible,” he added.PSG eased to a 3-0 victory at home to Le Havre courtesy of goals from Lee Kang-in, Joao Neves and Bradley Barcola.Luis Enrique’s side reclaimed first place and their two-point cushion after temporarily dropping behind Marseille and Lens, who edged Strasbourg 1-0 earlier on Saturday.Ismaelo Ganiou grabbed the Lens winner midway through the second half before Strasbourg’s Valentin Barco was sent off.Lens also finished with 10 men as Morgan Guilavogui saw red in stoppage time.Marseille thrashed Nice 5-1 on Friday as Mason Greenwood scored twice to become the league’s top scorer with 10 goals.

Spanish coach David Prats of Al Shamal emphasized the difficulty of his team's upcoming match against Al Shahaniya, scheduled for Sunday, as part of Round 10 of the 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League.He stressed the importance of his players exercising caution throughout the encounter.Prats described Al Shahaniya as a dangerous team with talented players who have been delivering solid performances, regardless of their current position in the league standings, which he believes does not reflect the team's true strength.Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Al Shamal coach expressed great confidence in his players and their ability to achieve a positive result and bring joy to the club's loyal fans, who never hesitate to support the team.The Spanish coach also voiced his satisfaction at playing once again at Al Shamal Stadium, which hosted the recent match against Al Wakrah. It marked the team's first appearance at the venue, and he extended his gratitude to the Al Shamal supporters for their strong presence and unwavering encouragement during that game.Al Shahania assistant coach Montazeri spoke to the media ahead of their 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League Week 10 match against Al Shamal."We will face Al Shamal, who are having a good season so far. They are a very organized team, so it will be a tough match, like all the league matches. Regarding preparations for this game, the players have shown great enthusiasm in following the instructions given to them during training and I am satisfied with what the players have shown this week," he said."Before this, we faced a strong team in the QSL Cup, Qatar SC, and we managed to win. I expect the Al Shamal match to be exciting and intense," he added."I am currently focusing on the team's mental preparation and the morale of the players, who possess great potential. I am striving to restore the players' confidence through this match and achieve positive results," stated Montazeri.

Roberto Mancini’s arrival at Al Sadd marks a major test not just for the celebrated Italian coach, but also for Qatar’s most decorated football club.For Mancini, who turns 61 at the end of this month, returning to the Gulf barely a year after a turbulent stint with Saudi Arabia represents both a lucrative opportunity and a reputational gamble. He will reportedly earn up to €21mn over two and a half years — a windfall that extends his run as one of world football’s best-paid managers.Al Sadd confirmed the appointment Thursday, announcing that Mancini had signed a two-and-a-half-season deal and sharing photos of him holding the club shirt. “Benvenuto Signor Mancini,” the club posted on social media, using the Italian word for “welcome,” without revealing financial details.Mancini began his managerial career in Italy with Fiorentina, Lazio and Inter Milan. His most successful spell came during his time with Inter, where he won three consecutive Serie A titles, two Coppa Italia crowns and two Supercoppa Italiana triumphs between 2004 and 2008.He later managed Manchester City from 2009 to 2013, leading them to FA Cup glory in 2011 and a maiden Premier League title the following season — the club’s first in 44 years. After a second-place finish in 2012–13, Mancini was replaced by Manuel Pellegrini.Further spells followed at Galatasaray and Zenit Saint Petersburg, either side of a second stint at Inter, before he guided Italy to the Euro 2020 title. Yet since that triumph, Mancini’s reputation has waned. His high-profile tenure with Saudi Arabia — launched amid huge fanfare and a reported €30mn-a-year salary — ended after just 14 months following disappointing results in the Asian Cup and World Cup qualifiers. Reports suggest he received around €65mn in compensation after his departure.Linked briefly with the Nottingham Forest job before the Premier League club appointed Sean Dyche in October, Mancini now takes charge of an Al Sadd side that has struggled for consistency this season despite the marquee signing of former Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino.The Qatari giants — who dismissed Felix Sanchez in October despite winning the league and cup double last term — currently sit sixth in the Qatar Stars League with 14 points from nine matches, eight adrift of leaders Al Gharafa. In the AFC Champions League Elite, they are 10th in their group and face an uphill battle to reach the knockout rounds.Mancini’s appointment is therefore as much about restoring Al Sadd’s domestic dominance as it is about salvaging his own managerial credibility. The club will expect an immediate turnaround, while Mancini will be eager to prove he can still deliver success outside Europe’s top leagues.A clause reportedly allowing him to leave in 2026 adds intrigue to what is already a bold gamble by both sides. The move also represents a significant coup for the Wolves, who previously rebuilt their project under their former player Xavi Hernandez before the Barcelona legend’s return to Spain. By bringing in Mancini, Al Sadd are once again banking on a high-profile leader to raise standards and reassert their supremacy in Qatar.“This contract comes as part of the club management’s efforts to strengthen the technical staff with distinguished coaching expertise capable of achieving the team’s ambitions and continuing its run of success,” Al Sadd said in a statement Thursday.Hours after signing the contract, Mancini immediately donned the Al Sadd training kit and took charge of his first practice session. His debut match at the helm will be on November 22 at home against Al Sailiya in the Qatar Stars League. With Al Sadd seeking to climb the table and rediscover their identity, all eyes will be on whether Mancini can spark the kind of revival that once made him one of Europe’s elite managers.

For Mohamad Haidar, Lebanon captain and national team player, the FIFA Arab Cup carries significant importance for his nation. Now, with the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 set to take place this December, he stands a chance to lead his country further into the tournament than they've ever been before. "The first Arab Cup we played in Qatar was a wonderful experience," Haidar reflects. "We got to play on some of the world's most modern football facilities. From the moment we arrived to stepping into the stadiums for matches, it was an experience that resonated with fans globally." ‏During the 2021 edition held in Doha, Haidar captained the side through their group stage campaign, which included a 1-0 victory over Sudan. However, the team did not advance past the group stage. For Haidar, the FIFA Arab Cup 2025™ represents another shot at glory: "When the Lebanese national anthem plays, you feel emotions that transport you to your country," said Haidar. "You sense how deeply you want to defend your flag', and that drives you to achieve victories that bring joy to your people and elevate your nation's name on the global stage." Lebanon have been drawn into Group D alongside reigning champions Algeria, Iraq, and the winner of Bahrain v Djibouti.First, Lebanon will face Sudan in a crucial qualifier on 26November at Thani bin Jassim Stadium. "As a player, I give everything on the pitch. I always give my allto make our fans happy and deliver achievements that make our fans proud in front of the whole world," he explains. On the prospect of the best teams in the Arab world, Haidar said: "The Arab Cup brings together the strongest teams in Arab football but we're hungry, we're united, and we're determined to go further than we ever have. Every match is an opportunity to show what Lebanon can do." Looking ahead, Haidar emphasised the significance of the FIFA Arab Cup™ as a platform to showcase rising Arab talent on the global stage: "Every player dreams of moments like this. We've prepared hard, we believe in what we can achieve, and we're ready to fight for Lebanon on the biggest stage. When we take the field, the entire nation will be with us." The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ will take place from 1-18 December with 23 teams competing to lift the coveted trophy.

As a first in football tournament history, the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ Local Organising Committee (LOC) has offered a comprehensive programme to support football scouts in discovering stars of tomorrow at the premier youth competition taking place in Qatar.The programme offers football scouts a turnkey solution that includes travel, accommodation, as well as match tickets, allowing them to stay in a centralised location within walking distance from the tournament venue and be at the heart of the event. “This is an unprecedented level of service for football scouts in any tournament history.The LOC recognises the pivotal role of scouts in identifying young talents on the pitch and shaping their future. Our aim was to provide them with a tailored experience that allows them to focus solely on the game, and offer them the best conditions to scout the next talent, while we take care of all the logistical details related to their visit,” said Abdulla Al Saai, LOC Executive Director of Sports Management.More than 130 scouts from top international clubs are attending the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™, with the LOC providing dedicated services to streamline their experience at the tournament. A total of 104 matches are taking place across eight pitches of the Competition Complex in Aspire Zone, with up to eight matches a day during the ongoing group stage.The tournament’s one-of-a-kind centralised venue format has enabled scouts to attend multiple matches in a day and observe emerging talents up close from a single venue. “We are delighted to welcome scouts from all over the globe, which is reflective of the global diversity we are celebrating at the U-17 World Cup.We look forward to strengthening our relationship with them and understanding their requirements to further enrich their experience as Qatar prepares to host future editions of this prestigious tournament,” added Al Saai. This is the first FIFA World Cup™ to feature 48 teams, making it the biggest edition of the youth tournament. For Cole Bushue, Head of Academy Scouting at MLS side Chicago Fire, the tournament’s unique format has provided scouts access to a large pool of talents at a single venue. “This tournament is an important pathway for players to get into the first team. Having them all at one venue enables scouts to monitor talents easily as we look to bring them into the first team. We are able to move from pitch to pitch and observe players across multiple games, without having to commute from one venue to another.The pitches have great viewpoints, which help us in watching players closely. Our experience in Qatar has been incredible.” For Pedro Ferreirinha, a talent scout from French side AS Saint-Étienne, the tournament’s 48-team format has allowed him to observe different playing styles amongst young players and test their readiness: “We are witnessing talents from across the world. With diverse cultures and playing styles, this tournament allows us to assess how players cope in different environments.In addition to talent, it is important to assess young players’ attitude and competitive spirit on the pitch. This tournament has enabled us to watch a number of teams and matches, all at a single venue. These young players are having the opportunity to play in top-notch pitches and other sporting infrastructure in Qatar that are amongst the best in the world.”The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ is the first of five consecutive editions that Qatar will be hosting. As the first FIFA World Cup™ to feature 48 teams, this is the biggest-ever edition of the youth tournament that saw the likes of Gianluigi Buffon, Luis Figo, Xavi Hernandez, Eden Hazard, Andres Iniesta, Neymar, Ronaldinho, Son Heung-min and Francesco Totti appear on the world stage for the first time. Tickets can be purchased exclusively from www.roadtoqatar.qa. For tournament updates, follow @u17worldcupqa on all major social media platforms.

Football Legend Mikaël Silvestre has lauded the exceptional football experience and operational excellence at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.Silvestre, a decorated former French international defender with more than 400 career appearances for Manchester United, Arsenal, Inter Milan and other elite clubs, was in Qatar to attend the historic first-ever 48-team youth tournament. "The quality of the football is quite intense. There's a lot of aggressiveness, the players are going for it. The group stage brings real pressure, and the quality is exceptional because you're watching the crème de la crème on the pitch"Yet it was the tournament’s seamless organisation that captured Silvestre's particular admiration: "From the venue to the infrastructure, especially for guests like me, the standard of organisation is fantastic. The players have everything in their favour to concentrate on football and shine on the global stage."Drawing on his experience witnessing the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Silvestre reflected on how Qatar's hosting capabilities have proven consistent: "During the World Cup in 2022, we were able to watch multiple games at different venues in a single day. The commute between stadiums, the quality of the pitches, the infrastructure, everything was seamless. When the U-17 World Cup was awarded to Qatar, I was genuinely pleased. For me, it's a win-win for everyone."The tournament, hosted across eight state-of-the-art pitches at the Competition Complex in Aspire Zone, underscores Qatar's ongoing commitment to youth development and its growing legacy as a premier international sports destination.As the first FIFA World Cup to feature 48 teams, this is the biggest-ever edition of the youth tournament that saw the likes of Gianluigi Buffon, Luis Figo, Xavi Hernandez, Eden Hazard, Andres Iniesta, Neymar, Ronaldinho, Son Heung-min and Francesco Totti appear on the world stage for the first time.A total of 104 matches will be contested, culminating in the Final on 27 November at Khalifa International Stadium. This marks the first of five consecutive youth tournaments that Qatar will host through 2029.

The Qatar Football Association has announced the national squad for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025, which will take place from November 3 to 27 at Aspire Academy venues and Khalifa International Stadium.This year's tournament marks a historic expansion, with 48 teams competing for the first time in a FIFA youth event, playing 104 matches over 25 days.Qatar will also host five consecutive editions of the competition through 2029, as the event becomes an annual fixture instead of being held every two years.Qatar has been drawn into Group A alongside Italy, South Africa, and Bolivia.Head coach Alvaro Mejia has selected a 21-player squad, including goalkeepers Ahmed Saber, Khaled Shukri, and Abdulrahman Khalid. Other key players include Tamim Al Qadi, Adam Riyadh, Zaid Faisal, Sultan Al Abdulrahman, Saud Al Hamad, Issa Waleed, Saifuddin Ahmed, Sheikh Mohammed, Abdulaziz Younes, Omar Al Marzouqi, Faisal Saeed, Karam Hadi, Malik Majed, Mohammed Akram, Mostafa Khalid, Muhannad Jamil, Mohammed Abdulrahman, and Yazan Hani.Qatar's campaign begins against Italy on November 3, followed by South Africa on November 6, and Bolivia on November 9 in their final group-stage match.

When the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ kicks off later this year, it will mark another milestone in the tournament's status as a premier celebration of Arab football.Yet for Qatar-based fan leaders, the tournament's significance extends beyond the competition. It serves as an opportunity to showcase the unity and passion that define Arab culture.Set to take place from 1-18 December, this marks the second time Qatar will host the FIFA Arab Cup™ following the successful 2021 edition. Qatar will also host the next two editions in 2029 and 2033. Sixteen teams will compete across six stadiums that previously hosted matches during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.**media[371573]**Athmane Abbassi, Algerian Fan LeaderAlgeria enters the tournament as defending champions having beat Tunisia in the 2021 Final. For Athmane Abbassi, a programmes manager who has lived in Qatar since 2013, the expectations are sky-high."Our team's mission won't be easy, especially with the noticeable improvement in many Arab teams in recent years. However, we are aiming to win the title for the second time in a row," says Abbassi, who has been a fan leader since the previous edition.The timing is particularly meaningful for Algerian fans, following their national team's qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026™."Football in Algeria is more than a game, it unites people, strengthens our pride, and reflects our national spirit. The Arab Cup is even more special because it brings together countries that share the same language, culture, and passion for football. It's more than competition – it's a celebration of Arab unity, pride, and brotherhood, on and off the pitch," explains Abbassi.**media[371574]**Fikria El Kaouakibi, Moroccan Fan LeaderFor Morocco's Fikria El Kaouakibi, who has been working in academia and living in Qatar for the past 15 years, football is woven into the fabric of her Moroccan identity."As a Moroccan, football has always been part of my life. It's everywhere. It’s a sport that we play in the streets, schools, and neighbourhoods. It really is a part of our DNA," says El Kaouakibi, who has previously volunteered at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, where the Lions of Atlas secured a historic 4th place finish.She adds that Morocco's recent successes across various competitions, including their historic FIFA U-20 World Cup 2025™ win—a first for the Arab world—have elevated national pride and put the country on the global stage. The Arab Cup represents another opportunity to showcase that excellence, with added significance as Morocco prepares to play in the FIFA World Cup 2026™."Every young Arab dreams of playing in tournaments like this one. Seeing their heroes on the field gives them motivation to work harder and believe that anything is possible. Whether at the stadium or watching from home, fans are able to connect deeply with the sport and their national identity," said El Kaouakibi.**media[371572]**Ali Kotash, Lebanese Fan LeaderAli Kotash, founder of the Lebanese community football team in Qatar, has built many connections through sport over his fifteen years of work with the community. For him, the Arab Cup represents something deeper than competition.“On the pitch, we're not just representing our own country, we're one community. I'll never forget last year's match between Lebanon and Egypt: my kids were waving Egyptian flags while Egyptian families proudly held Lebanese flags.That's what football does, it brings everyone together and creates a sense of unity.”Kotash also believes that hosting the tournament in the region will raise the standard of football across the Arab world: “This tournament gives Arab nations the opportunity to compete at the highest level, helping us develop our sports and reach world-class standards. Through the Arab Cup, we're developing the future of Arab football and nurturing the next generation of talent and passion."For Egyptian fan leader Hossam Abu Al Ola, who has been a legal professional in Qatar for 25 years, the tournament carries profound meaning."As an Egyptian, football for us means life. Now having an Arab tournament under the auspices of FIFA puts us on the map. This makes our participation in this tournament very valuable. This is our tournament. It's for the entire Arab world. Its success is our success."Abu Al Ola believes that Qatar's delivery of the FIFA World Cup™ established a blueprint for Arab sporting ambition. "After Qatar delivered what many call the best World Cup ever, we know what's possible," he said. "Qatar has proven to the whole world that it can host and organise the biggest events in sport."Fans can purchase FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ tickets exclusively on: www.roadtoqatar.qa, with prices starting from QAR 25. Supporters can also purchase a Follow My Team ticket, which will enable them to attend all matches of their team of choice during the group stage. All tickets are digital and include accessible seating options for disabled fans.For the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ official match schedule, visit www.roadtoqatar.qa.For all tournament-related information, follow @arabcupqa and @roadtoqatar on all major social media platforms.