Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has urged Thomas Tuchel to make a ruthless selection call ahead of the match against DR Congo. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that the Three Lions must adopt a more aggressive tactical approach if they are to bridge the gap to France and Argentina, Scholes urged Tuchel to drop Declan Rice for England’s World Cup knockout campaign. Paul added that Declan is contributing to the cautious midfield approach that keeps holding the team back from reaching the elite level required to win the tournament.…
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Former BBNaija housemate Queen Mercy Atang has cried out to God to make her wealthy. She recently had her say in a heartbreaking post via her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that she sometimes wishes she had the money and influence to make everyone comfortable, Queen stated that seeing little children being pulled from floodwaters breaks her heart into pieces. The reality star added that she needs wealth to put smiles on people’s faces, lift burdens and help those in need. Her words, “I’m so sad. Sometimes I wish I had the money and the influence to…
Former Sunderland defender Matt Kilgallon has said that Brian Brobbey would be a great signing for Manchester United. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that a £50 million ($66m) transfer would make sense for all parties concerned, Matt revealed that he does not see Brobbey turning down the chance to play at Old Trafford. Kilgallon added that the Netherlands international would deserve the move because he has been a loyal servant to Sunderland. His words, “I don’t think you can. You’ve got to take your hat off to the head…
Nollywood actor Rotimi Salami has shared an emotional reaction to a major international recognition for his late colleague, Allwell Ademola. He recently announced that their collaborative movie with actress Kilanko was nominated for Best Film by a Female Filmmaker (Nollywood) at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival. Describing the achievement as both a proud and bittersweet moment, Rotimi stated that he is not looking forward to representing them alone at the festival. His words, “SHUGA BOO SEE O CONGRATULATIONS. KILANKO GOT YOU A NOMINATION IN TORONTO, CANADA, ✅BEST FILM BY A FEMALE FILMMAKER (NOLLYWOOD). SO I WILL REPRESENT US ALONE…
Former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan has come out to criticise Cristiano Ronaldo. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Claiming that CR7 is currently a hindrance to Portugal’s World Cup ambitions, Forlan revealed that Ronaldo’s static nature makes life far too easy for opposition defenders. Diego added that while Cristiano remains a predatory threat in the box, his lack of mobility prevents Portugal from stretching the pitch and creating space for their other creative talents. His words, “I’m speaking as a striker, the problem is that Cristiano is in the center,…
Popular rapper YCee has reacted to criticism for using Peller as an example of what he termed the “olodo uprising.” He recently had his say during an interview with Cool FM Lagos, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that he would not apologise for using Peller’s name, YCee stated that the backlash shows the problem is worse than he first thought. The lyricist added that he’ll ignore the people who are defending mediocre online entertainment and focus on those that are tired of brain-rot content. His words, “Some people are saying I shouldn’t have called Peller’s name, but I said…
Germany captain Joshua Kimmich has accepted full responsibility after his nation’s World Cup campaign ended with a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the last 32. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that his side never reached their best level during the tournament, Kimmich insisted that the players alone were to blame for another disappointing exit on the global stage. The Bayern Munich defender added that elimination was a fair reflection of Germany’s displays throughout the tournament. His words, “It feels terrible and not good. We didn’t play at our…
Former Nollywood actress Grace Bassey, formerly known as Belinda Effah, has announced her engagement. She recently shared the news via her Facebook page, and fans have been reacting. Despite posting a series of photos with her fiancé, Grace kept his identity private by hiding his face. Proudly showing off her engagement ring, the military woman expressed gratitude to God for helping her find true love. Her words, “Answered prayers. It feels like a dream, but when true love finds you, you melt.” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term…
Rafael van der Vaart has blasted Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong following the Netherlands’ dramatic World Cup exit against Morocco. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Criticizing Ronald Koeman’s tactical decisions against Morocco, Van de Vaart argued that the manager’s system completely isolated and nullified De Jong in midfield. Rafael added that Frenkie was invisible in the clash because he is only effective when he has the ball. His words, “You get through a difficult group stage reasonably well. Then things start clicking a bit. What goes on in your head…
Popular Afrobeats star Davido is set to release his sixth studio album, “ORIADÉ.” He recently announced that his new project will be released in July as he marks 15 years in the music industry. Sharing the news in a social media post, the five-time Grammy-nominated singer revealed that his upcoming album’s title combines the Yoruba words “ori” (head or destiny) and “adé” (crown). Reflecting on his growth over the past 15 years, Davido added that the project represents a return to the Afrobeats sound that defined the early years of his career. WOW. David Adedeji Adeleke (born November 21, 1992),…
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk has said that the team’s game plan worked despite their dramatic World Cup round-of-32 exit against Morocco. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Playing down criticism of his country’s deeply conservative performance that ultimately backfired in a painful penalty shootout, Van Dijk argued that adopting a deeper block has become a tactical necessity for elite nations navigating the modern tournament landscape. The Liverpool defender added that despite the premature exit, the game plan worked because Morocco didn’t have space to exploit. His words, “It’s very difficult…
Nollywood actress Uche Elendu has raised a question about how society measures success. She recently had her say via her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. Questioning if money has become the measure of success in today’s world, Elendu questioned if every successful person is really rich and if every rich person is really successful. The moviestar added that she wants her fellow Nigerians to have more intellectual conversations to find the way forward. Her words, “Has money become the measure of success? Is money really the measure of success? Let’s hear your thoughts. Is every successful person rich?…
Jurgen Klinsmann has branded Germany’s World Cup exit to Paraguay a disgrace. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Calling for a complete review of the German Football Association (DFB), the former Germany striker revealed that everyone involved must accept responsibility after another disappointing international campaign. Klinsmann added that everyone involved with the national team, from the coaching staff to the players and the DFB, must accept their share of the blame. His words, “The way we were eliminated tonight is devastating, a disgrace, something no one, absolutely no one, expected. The…
Portable’s baby mama, Ashabi, has laid a heavy curse on him. She recently had her say via her Instagram story, and fans have been reacting. Vowing to never go back to the singer, the mother of two revealed that she is now fully healed and moving forward with her life. Ashabi added that even though her name will forever be linked to Portable because of the child between them, he will never heal. Her words, “God forbid bad thing. Mio ni r’ogun apada seyin, apada si aburu laye mi. Iwaju iwaju ni opa ebi ti n re si iwaju ni…
Gabriel Martinelli was left speechless after his dramatic stoppage-time strike completed a tense comeback for Brazil against Japan. The Arsenal forward kept his cool in the dying embers of the game to ensure the Selecao progressed to the round of 17. Speaking after the final whistle, an emotional Martinelli struggled to process the magnitude of his contribution. The pacy winger added that hitting the post during the group stage had been weighing on his mind before last night’s heroics. His words, “I don’t even have words to describe the joy that is in my heart right now, to see all…
Nollywood actress Sharon Ooja and her husband are celebrating their 2nd wedding anniversary. She recently flaunted photos of herself and her hubby, and fans have been reacting. Describing her husband as her best friend, favourite person, and actual twin, Sharon shared that this year’s anniversary means more to them because they are celebrating it as parents. The moviestar added that becoming parents has deepened their love in ways she never imagined. Her words, “Happy 2nd anniversary to us. This day 2 years ago, we stood before God and vowed Three words that perfectly describe us: Unshakeable. Inseparable. Unwavering. I knew…
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has shared why Neymar remained an unused substitute during the Selecao’s dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Japan. Despite the Santos superstar warming up in front of a captivated Houston crowd, he was sent back to the bench as the game got more intense. Admitting that he had a specific window for the 34-year-old to enter the fray, Ancelotti said that Neymar would have been subbed in if the game reached extra time. The former Real Madrid coach added that he needed to keep the team’s structure after Casemiro’s equaliser. His words, “We were waiting for Neymar…
Nollywood actress Bisola Badmus has celebrated her son with Kwam1, Abdul Malik. Recall that the boy marked his birthday hours ago, and fans have been reacting. Sharing a photo of herself and her son, Bisola thanked God for entrusting her with a child who has given her life a positive meaning. The moviestar added that watching Abdul Malik has been one of her greatest joys on earth. Her words, “Happy Birthday to my precious son, Abdul Malik Olasunkanmi Ishola Marshal OMO KAN BI IGBA OMO There are some blessings that money cannot buy, and you are one of them, ABDUL…
France manager Didier Deschamps has spoken candidly about the emotional toll of his mother’s passing during the World Cup. Recall that the World Cup winner took a brief leave of absence from the squad to be with his family before making a quick return to lead Les Bleus into the knockout stages. Sharing the depth of his grief following the death of his mother, Deschamps revealed that the shocking loss left him absolutely devastated. The tactician, however, added that the intense preparation required for the knockout rounds has provided a necessary distraction during his mourning period. His words, “How am…
Popular singer Tems has explained why she wouldn’t consider a romantic relationship with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye. She recently had her say while speaking during an interview at the BET Awards, and fans have been reacting. Asked if she would approach the footballer if given the chance, the Grammy award winner dismissed the idea, stressing that she does not see fellow Nigerian celebrities in a romantic light. Tems added that celebrities in Nigeria share a close bond and often relate to one another like family. Her words, “I know who Maduka Okoye is, but I don’t know him personally.…