A former Barcelona midfielder, Gaizka Mendieta, has urged Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes to join the Catalan giants. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the way Bruno has been regularly deployed in a restricted role at the centre of the park alongside Casemiro is not ideal for his game, and he would not have such limitations at Barcelona. Gaizka added that the Portuguese international definitely has all the talent needed to thrive in the La Liga. His words, “Look at Ilkay Gundogan. He came to Barca also in…
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Nollywood actress Stella Damascus has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband Jaiye Aboderin, 21 years after his death. She recently joined their two daughters to receive his posthumous award at the AMAN Awards. Sharing a clip from the ceremony on Instagram, Stella captured her daughters delivering a speech on stage as they accepted the honour on behalf of their father. According to her, even though her late hubby has been gone for more than two decades, his family will keep doing everything possible to keep his legacy alive. The moviestar stated that late Jaiye Aboderin will definitely be…
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has said that Lionel Messi inspired his last-gasp overhead kick goal against Newcastle United. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, his acrobatic equaliser deep into stoppage time to rescue a 2-2 draw was all thanks to his regular training sessions with Messi for Argentina. Romero added that it was a very beautiful goal that he would be proud of for many years to come His words, “I train every day with Leo Messi in the national team and I watch him. It’s a beautiful…
Popular singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has opened up about his deepest fear in life. He recently revealed that while many human beings fear death the most, he is more scared of poverty. Speaking on a recent episode of the Nancy Isime Show, Mr P said that he is absolutely terrified about the thought of being poor. According to him, remembering how his family’s rented single-room apartment was demolished after the landlord sold the property taught him to keep working hard so as not to return to such hardships. Mr P stated that, having tasted poverty before…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola joked that he lost his hair after Manchester City held on to beat Fulham in a nine-goal thriller. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the game was yet another proof that every football match is difficult in the best league in the world. Pep added that sometimes you have to survive to win, so he is very pleased with how the game ended. His words, “Me?! My god, I lost my hair! My god! It’s the Premier League, you can’t control, it’s the…
Popular rapper A$AP Rocky is still singing Rihanna’s praises. He recently revealed that having his partner’s support at the 2025 Gotham Awards meant everything to him. Speaking during an interview with PEOPLE, Rocky spoke about being nominated for “Breakthrough Performer” for his role in Spike Lee’s “Highest 2 Lowest.” According to him, it is always a big deal when he sees his woman by his side at such events, and he couldn’t be more grateful. “Family support is just … spousal support, everything. It just means a lot. It goes a long way,” he said. For their joint red carpet…
Former England player Nigel Winterburn has brutally reminded Thomas Tuchel that the country has not played any serious national team yet. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite having such a talented squad, the players are yet to be truly tested against a technical team like Spain ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Nigel added that anything short of reaching the semi-finals would be a major disappointment for England. His words, “I don’t think you could look at it like that. Our history of winning major tournaments, as…
Popular singer Lady Gaga has opened up about her relationship with her fiancé, Michael Polansky. She recently shared an intimate detail about him that she enjoys, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Gaga revealed that Michael’s neck is actually her favourite smell. Responding, Colbert asked Polansky, who was seemingly off camera by the way the comedian turned his head, a follow-up question in an attempt to learn why a part of his body is Gaga’s favourite scent. “Do you wear cologne, Michael?” the host asked the entrepreneur and tech investor.…
Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown has compared Jude Bellingham’s relationship with Thomas Tuchel to the one that Roy Keane and Sir Alex Ferguson once experienced at Old Trafford. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, even though Roy Keane and Sir Alex Ferguson were not best of friends, they both realized that they had a big part to play in the club’s success on and off the pitch. Brown added that as long as there is mutual respect and understanding between the coach and Bellingham, every other thing…
Popular Gospel singer Moses Bliss has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Segun Awolowo. He recently had his say after receiving a video of him singing along to his hit song, “Too Faithful.” Reacting via his Instagram page, Moses revealed that watching the deceased sing his song in the viral clip broke him completely. According to him, despite meeting Segun Awolowo in person only once, the warmth and genuine appreciation he felt from him was unforgettable. Describing his love for worship as pure, the singer prayed for the soul of the deceased to rest in perfect peace. “I just…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has shared when Mohamed Salah will join the Egypt squad for AFCON. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, amid reports that the forward might depart earlier than expected after Egypt arranged a friendly against Nigeria on December 14, he can confirm that Salah will remain on Merseyside for Liverpool’s EPL clash against Brighton. Slot added that he expects Salah to link up with the Egypt squad on December 15 ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations. His words, “The way we have worked is…
Popular rapper M.I Abaga has recounted how he was chased off the red carpet at the 2008 Headies Awards. He recently revealed that he was asked to leave the red carpet so Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde could take photos. Speaking during an interview with Vbyz TV Cartel, MI said that the incident happened when he was still struggling for recognition. According to him, as soon as Omotola got on the red carpet with her security guards, attention was diverted to the bigger star, and he was chased off to make way for her grand entrance. Abaga stated that he and…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that William Saliba and Leandro Trossard are major doubts for the clash against Brentford on Wednesday night. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Saliba picked up a random ankle injury in training that left him very uncomfortable, and it’ll take some days to know if he’ll be fit soon. Arteta added that he cannot wait to have Havertz back in his squad because of what he brings to the team. His words, “He had a little niggle, so I think it’s going…
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti has opened up about the unconventional relationship between him and his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti. He recently revealed that his dad never taught him anything because he expected him to know everything. Speaking at a Book Chat at the just concluded Ake Arts and Books Festival, which was held at Bon Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, a gathering that was centred on late Fela’s wife, Remilekun Kuti’s memoir simply titled: “Mrs Kuti,” Femi said that Fela did not even teach him how to read. According to him, anytime he urged his dad to teach him…
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has said that he is not concerned about losing his job anytime soon. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he has unwavering confidence that the club’s intelligent owners will remain patient with him amid the team’s dismal run of form. Frank added that success will always be gradual for any new manager, so he believes he’d be given time to build his dynasty. His words, “It seems like they’re good guys, intelligent people. They know how to run businesses and are learning about football,…
Popular British singer Jessie J has set the record straight on the inspiration behind her new diss track “Threw It Away.” She recently revealed that the song had nothing to do with her ex-boyfriend and Hollywood actor Channing Tatum. In a since-expired Instagram Stories shared online, Jessie simply clarified that the moviestar is not the song’s subject. According to her, while the song refers to her ex as a “beast,” she can confirm that it was not inspired by her time with Tatum. Jessie stated that she never said the soulful track was about the actor, so people should stop…
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has said that the club did the right thing by not pursuing big-money moves for Benjamin Sesko, Xavi Simons and Jamie Gittens. Recall that the Bundesliga heavyweights were strongly linked with all three players before their respective switches to Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea in the summer. According to him, he can only praise the club for not giving in to supporters’ wishes to spend big in the summer, because Bayern Munich has clearly gained an edge over its rivals as a result. Uli added that Kompany’s willingness to give young players a…
Popular Hollywood actress Amy Schumer has shared how her health impacted her weight loss journey. She recently revealed that she did not lose weight to look hot, and fans have been reacting. In an Instagram clip that included a tour of various rooms around her house, Amy responded to questions about her weight loss decision. According to her, while many believe that she lost weight to look fitter and sexier, she actually made the decision to survive. Schumer also clarified that she did not get Botox or filler, as several false reports have been suggesting. “Not to look hot which…
Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown has said that Harry Kane is a unique talent. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, playing against Kane as a Sunderland player made him realize how clever the England striker really is in front of goal. Brown added that defenders cannot afford to take their eyes off Harry in the box because he can score at any time. His words, “It would be very difficult. Harry Kane has been so good because he knows where to be. It’s the same as [Cristiano]…
Popular Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson has said that her relationship with her husband Colin Jost got off to a weird start. She recently revealed why her hubby did not think they were meant to be after their first date. Speaking during a new episode of “Today with Jenna & Friends,” Scarlett shared that men rarely asked her out before she met Colin. According to her, after he asked her out on a date back in 2017, things started off alright at first, only for her to turn down his invitation to grab a drink, leading Colin to believe she did…