Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has said that Wesley Fofana is a tough guy. He recently revealed that the defender is absolutely fine after being racially abused following Saturday’s draw with Burnley. According to him, Fofana is a good and amazing footballer who didn’t deserve the treatment he received online, and he can only hope racism will cease to exist in the near future. Rosenior added that he doesn’t expect Chelsea’s reported pre-tax loss of £355 million ($477.1m) to impact his work with the squad or in the transfer market. His words, “It was a tough day for Wes, firstly what…
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Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reflected on hard work, creativity and perseverance. She recently had her say after receiving multiple awards from the National Film and Video Censors Board. According to her, she relied heavily on content creation to market her “Battle on Buka streets” movie because she didn’t have the money required to promote it. Funke then urged upcoming producers to stay consistent and keep learning from their competitors. Her words, “So when I did Battle on Buka Streets, and I produced it. I didn’t have the marketing money. I was, I didn’t have money on…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said that it feels a little bit weird to be facing Real Madrid in the Champions League yet again. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite feeling that both teams have faced each other too many times, he realises that City will have to beat the best teams to be UCL champions. Pep added that any team will be a tricky fixture at this stage of the Uefa Champions League. His words, “Yes, it is a little bit weird. Not many times…
Popular Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim is gearing up to mark a milestone birthday in style. She recently revealed that she is turning 40 on March 3, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she’ll be celebrating not just her age, but her growth, resilience plus accomplishments as an actress, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Juliet added that she is organizing her maiden capacity-building workshop to commemorate her 40th birthday. Her words, “As I turn 40, on March 3, I’m not just celebrating my birthday, I’m celebrating 40 years of life and 20 years in film. Empowering the next generation of women…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has backed Mohamed Salah to rediscover his goalscoring form. He recently insisted that the Egyptian always scores in the end, and fans have been reacting. According to him, people are only surprised when Salah doesn’t score after a few matches because of the very high standards he has set for himself over the years. Slot added that the entirety of his attack needs to improve because Ekitike and Gakpo haven’t scored enough in recent times. His words, “He set his own standards and those are so, so, so high and the moment he doesn’t score for…
West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has lifted the lid on his complicated relationship with former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite having a good relationship with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer before he was sacked, Ten Hag immediately told him that he wasn’t in his plans when he arrived. Bissaka added that he has no hard feelings because every manager has their preferences with players. His words, “It was difficult when Erik ten Hag arrived – as soon as he did, he told…
Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has announced plans to celebrate his 70th birthday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. He recently shared the news on Instagram, inviting fans, colleagues and Nigerians to join him for the occasion. According to him, he is grateful to God for the opportunity to witness his 70th birthday, and he cannot wait to celebrate with everyone next month. His words, “I will be 70 on the 5th of March, 2026. Glory be to God, Amen!Birthday celebration at Desikiok Hotel, Rumuibekwe Estate, Port Harcourt.Come and celebrate with me! For those who will be attending, please send me a…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has given an update on club defender Matthijs de Ligt. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, De Ligt’s back problem has progressed really slowly, and the nature of the injury makes it hard to predict a return date. Carrick added that Mount is already training on grass, so his comeback is a lot closer. His words, “Matthijs has had a back issue which has been a bit slow to progress. It’s something we’ve been working through, he’s (going) in the right direction but…
Hollywood actor Chris Hemsworth has opened up about his family’s decision to move out of Los Angeles. He recently had his say on the latest episode of the Smartless podcast, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the hassle of constant shooting and paparazzi made him feel trapped in LA, hence his decision to move back to Australia. Describing the decision to leave as a massive one, Hemsworth stressed that his migration offered him a little escape from his professional career. His words, “It was right around the time my boys were born, and it was just, we kind…
Argentine forward Angel di Maria has lifted the lid on why his time at Manchester United was such a disappointment. Recall that the winger joined United for a then club record fee of £60m just after helping Real Madrid win their first Champions League in 12 years and reaching the World Cup final with Argentina. According to him, despite scoring lots of goals and assisting his teammates week in week out, LVG chose to focus on his mistakes on the pitch. Di Maria added that the Dutch manager’s criticism was very strange because he is a risk-taker who is bound…
Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo has come out to celebrate her grace. She recently shared epic throwback photos on social media, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that she has always been a fine girl, the moviestar revealed that the photos aren’t just throwback, but a testament of God’s glory, dedication, persistence and gratitude. Rachael added that behind the smiles are stories of silent battles, endless prayers, sleepless nights, and months she almost gave up. Her words, “I’ve always been a fine girl, oh tbt This picture isn’t just a throwback; it’s a testament to God’s glory, dedication, persistence, and gratitude.…
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has said that he enjoys the physical battle in the EPL. He recently branded the penalty area confrontations during set-pieces as war, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he actually relishes the battles in his box because manning up to physical challenges is one of his strengths as a goalkeeper. Lammens, however, added that he wouldn’t mind the intervention of new rules to protect goalies in England. His words, “I think it’s been all season like this. For me, it’s just the way it is. It is the Premier League. It’s a bit of…
Popular Afrobeats sensation Rema has opened up about his pre-show routine before taking the stage to perform for his fans. He recently had his say during an interview at Milan Fashion Week, where he also walked the runway for fashion brand Diesel. According to him, he regularly indulges in alcohol, cigarettes and prayers to connect with his team and ensure everything is in place before jumping on stage. Rema added that the routine helps him prepare mentally and physically for the demands of live performance. His words, “A little Tequila, a little cigarette, pray, tap in with the team and…
Benfica football club have categorically denied that Gianluca Prestianni admitted to his teammates that he racially abused Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior. Recall that Portuguese media had reported that the Argentinian winger confessed his guilt to the rest of the squad, and fans have been reacting. According to the club, that was not the case at all, and Prestianni never communicated to the squad or the club’s management that he had uttered a racist insult against Vini. The club added that Gianluca instead assured his teammates that he is not racist. It read, “Benfica categorically denies that player Prestianni communicated to…
Nollywood actress Seyi Edun has penned beautiful words for her husband, Adeniyi Johnson, and their twins as they turn a year older today. She recently flaunted a picture of the trio via her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. Noting that her husband and kids are her whole hearts, the moviestar revealed that she is eternally grateful for the gift of an amazing hubby and cherished babies. Seyi then prayed for God to bless Adeniyi’s new age and fill his life with grace and happiness. Her words, “WE ARE GRATEFUL, OH LORD!!! Happy birthday to my whole heart. To…
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has said that Tottenham has never been a tricky game for the Gunners since they moved into their new stadium. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, while football fans often make it look like a tricky away clash ahead of the North London derby, Arsenal has always won such matches easily. Henry added that Spurs’ interim manager, Igor Tudor, faces a massive job to avoid relegation from the EPL this season. His words, “When has it been a tricky game since they moved to…
Hollywood actress Halle Berry has come out to speak candidly about what does and doesn’t work for her in the bedroom. She recently had her say on the new episode of the Sex with Emily podcast, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she has finally reached the stage of freely telling her partner what she wants in bed and what she does not feel comfortable with. Halle added that the days of faking an orgasm to make a man feel good about himself are over. Her words, “With age comes this, ‘I have zero f–ks to give attitude’…
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has sent a clear message to rivals across Europe. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he remains convinced that the reigning European champions are still the team that no one wants to face in the Champions League round of 16. Enrique added that PSG will not change their philosophy or lower their expectations, regardless of the hurdles placed in their path during the final months of the season. His words, “You have to ask that question to our opponents. You will see what…
Popular singer Harry Styles has shared why he laughed at his grandma’s funeral. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he laughed at his grandmother’s funeral after he heard “the long and winding road” lyrics from a Beatles song that sounded really funny at the time. He added that the inappropriate experience eventually sparked the vision for his ideal cremation playlist. His words, “I really like cremation songs. I remember being at my grandma’s funeral, and as the belt started, it just went ‘the long and winding road’ (referencing…
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has opened up about the tactical influences that have shaped his record-breaking career. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he picked up a lot from quality strikers like Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robin van Persie while he was growing up, and even Vardy inspired him with his timely runs. Haaland added that Henry was another source of inspiration, especially because of his repertoire to add variety to his own finishing. His words, “I watched Zlatan a lot when I was young. He was Swedish…