Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has fiercely defended under-fire forward Cristiano Ronaldo. This comes ahead of their vital second World Cup group fixture against Uzbekistan, and fans have been reacting. Speaking after the disappointing opening draw with DR Congo, Martinez insisted that empirical data justifies Cristiano’s position in the side despite growing public scrutiny. Roberto added that Ronaldo remains the ideal spearhead for the national team’s offensive line during this tournament cycle. His words, “We’re more united, we’re stronger. We’re playing a World Cup, of course there’s a lot of noise, a lot of tension, it’s part of the game.…
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Popular Afrobeats singer 9ice has declared his parents as his God. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that his father and mother deserve the highest form of honour in his life, the “Gongo Aso” crooner stated he does not identify with the worship of any other deity on earth. 9ice concluded by expressing deep appreciation for his parents, stating that they occupy a sacred place in his life. His words, “I love my mum, I love my father, I love my dad. My God is my mum, my father is…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said that there is no longer any debate over Lionel Messi’s status among football’s all-time greats. This comes after the Argentina captain’s record-breaking start to the 2026 World Cup, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that Messi’s latest achievement has settled the long-running debate over the GOAT of football, Zlatan noted that Lionel’s consistency across nearly two decades at the highest level sets him apart from other legends. Ibrahimovic added that greats like Pelé, Diego Maradona and Johan Cruyff cannot match Messi’s body of work in football. His words, “I don’t think there’s any debate left now.…
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has shared an important message for Nigerian men. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Noting that only mumu men cry for women, Yul revealed that only a weak man will cry for a woman, and women hate weak men. The moviestar concluded by admonishing men to focus on becoming the best and greatest version of themselves. His words, “Na mumu dey cry for woman. Abomination! Go and follow me on X, where I teach men how to be real men. A real man never cries because of…
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has opened up about his long-term future at Real Madrid. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he dreams of retiring at the Bernabeu, Courtois stated that the final decision rests with the club. The Belgian added that it is common knowledge that he is emotionally connected to Real Madrid. His words, “It depends on what the club wants. I have a lot of respect for what they do. I hope to be able to finish my career there, in four or five years, we’ll see.…
Popular singer Madonna has said that her iconic career has started to take a toll on her body. She recently had her say during an interview with Interview Magazine, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that she doesn’t work out every day, Madonna stated that she has a bad knee that stems from decades of dancing in high heels and intense physical activity. The legendary musician added that while she still works out from time to time, she has had to make adjustments to accommodate her injury. Her words, “I have a bad knee now. I have no cartilage in…
Brazil legend Roberto Carlos has said that he believes the Selecao are ready to turn a corner at the 2026 World Cup. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing the need to reintegrate Neymar into the starting XI, Carlos revealed that Brazil will definitely improve once the country’s talisman returns from the sidelines. The legendary defender added that a spot in the 2026 World Cup final is well within reach for the five-time champions. His words, “We haven’t managed to play our best football yet, but, little by little, as we…
Chimamanda Adichie’s husband, Dr Ivara Esege, has declared that his family will not relent until justice is served over the death of their 21-month-old son, Nkanu Adichie Esege. He recently published a detailed opinion piece online, and Nigerians have been reacting. Accusing the medical centre of withholding full medical records, Ivara stated that his family will continue fighting until they find out what caused the death of his young son. He added that Eurocare hospital keeps trying to obstruct a judicial inquest into the circumstances of the tragedy. His words, “We are waiting and hoping that Euracare will not be…
Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck has opened up about the emotional toll of his tournament-ending injury. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he needs time to come to terms with the blow, the Borussia Dortmund CB asked for time and privacy as he processes the situation. He concluded by urging fans to continue supporting the national team ahead of the round of 32 fixtures. His words, “Hi fans, I still need a bit of time to process everything and talk about it later. Therefore, there won’t be any detailed words…
Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has proudly shown off her dad as she celebrates him on Father’s Day. She recently hailed him for positively impacting her life, and fans have been reacting. Sharing a photo of herself and her daddy, Wumi revealed that when she counts her blessings, she counts her father ten thousand times. Admitting that she still collects pocket money from him, the moviestar added that she is so blessed to have her dad in her life. Her words, “Happy Father’s Day to my daddy When I count my blessings, I count my daddy 10000 times Always present, Ever…
France captain Kylian Mbappe has come out to defend his international team-mate Ousmane Dembele. This comes following criticism of the winger’s performance against Senegal. Speaking ahead of France’s second 2026 World Cup fixture against Iraq, the Real Madrid forward reminded everyone of Dembele’s tactical value and Ballon d’Or status, stressing that he cannot be written off. Insisting that the Ballon d’Or winner was the standout attacker in the first half against Senegal, Mbappe added that Ousmane’s presence alone creates essential space for the rest of the team to exploit during matches. His words, “Ousmane? I have watched the game back…
Popular comedian Bovi has celebrated his wife on Father’s Day. He recently hailed his woman for standing by him over the years, and Nigerians have been reacting. Sharing photos of himself and his Queen, Bovi questioned how he would have handled himself and the kids without his precious wife. Describing their kids as restless Gen Z and alpha children, the entertainer appreciated his wife for dividing his job into two. His words, “Happy Father’s Day to ME and us because without you, where will I start from with those crázy restless Gen z and alpha children who look me right…
Manchester United legend Roy Keane has firmly dismissed the glowing praise directed at Thomas Tuchel following England’s dramatic 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia in Group L. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Reacting to the positive reaction to Tuchel’s inspiring half-time team talk that seemed to change the game, Keane insisted that the German manager was merely fulfilling the basic requirements of his role. Stressing that the reaction has been entirely blown out of proportion, Roy added that Tuchel is just doing his job. His words, “Is it a bit…
Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has celebrated her ex-husband on Father’s Day. She recently left Nigerians applauding with the shocking gesture, and fans have been reacting. Sharing photos of her ex and their son, Biola rained prayers on him, declaring that she’ll continue to honour and respect her baby daddy. Her words, “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY DADDY TIOLUWANIMI AND EVERY GREAT FATHER OUT THERE. We honour and celebrate you all today. May greater grace abound to you and yours in Jesus name.” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term dates back…
Former England striker Michael Owen has come out to passionately defend Cristiano Ronaldo. This comes following Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo, and fans have been reacting. Despite facing heavy scrutiny for his subdued performance, Owen insisted that Ronaldo remains a big-game player for the Portuguese national team. Michael concluded by backing the Real Madrid legend to shut his critics up in the next match. His words, “It did not help Cristiano Ronaldo that Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick the night before Portugal played, but I’m not having the criticism of him. But hasn’t he always played like this,…
Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has shared her thoughts on the role of money in relationships and marriage. She recently had her say during a recent episode of the Tea With Tay podcast, and fans have been reacting. Addressing what she believes is a growing misconception about love and financial hardship, Nancy stated that while love is important, financial stability plays a major role in determining how peaceful a marriage can be. The moviestar added that love alone is not enough to sustain a struggling household. Her words, “Marriage is not a poverty alleviation scheme but I don’t believe marrying a…
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has opened up on the unique challenge of playing alongside Lionel Messi. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that Messi’s talent is almost impossible for others to replicate, Mac Allister revealed that his teammates have accepted that the Inter Miami forward will always operate on a different wavelength than everyone else. Alexis added that there will never be another footballer like the legendary Lionel Messi. His words, “I enjoy being with Leo a lot, there won’t be another one like him. It’s very different to…
Former basketball player Dwyane Wade has opened up about his decision to seek therapy after retirement. He recently shared his experience with mental health during a live Storyteller discussion with Jenna Bush Hager at the Tribeca Festival in New York City. Stressing that he got depressed after calling time on his career, Wade stated that despite the fact that he previously had some resistance to the idea, he eventually had to speak to a therapist after quitting basketball. Dwayne added that he resorted to therapy because he needed an emotional outlet post-retirement. His words, “Once you retire, that’s when, you…
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has hailed Lamine Yamal after the youngster inspired Spain to a dominant 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia at the 2026 World Cup. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that he was amazed by Yamal’s overall impact before he was taken off at half-time, Rooney noted that the youngster’s maturity on the ball is commendable. Wayne added that watching Lamine enjoy playing football puts a smile on his face. His words, “Do you know what I absolutely love him, he just makes me smile. The enjoyment…
Nollywood actress Beverly Osu has addressed the perception that she is a controversial person. She recently had her say while speaking on the Creativtea Podcast, and Nigerians have been reacting. Reflecting on her upbringing and her strong Catholic background, Beverly noted that she once considered becoming a Reverend Sister because she loves how disciplined and clean they are. Stressing that she has never intentionally tried to provoke reactions with her nun Photoshop, the reality star added that Nigerians read the wrong meaning into it. Her words, “I grew up in Lagos, in Surulere, and from Surulere I moved to Yaba,…