For Ed Woodward, Manchester United’s executive vice-chairman, the next six months will make or break his reputation — and possibly his career. He left the Cardiff City Stadium as a happy and relieved man after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first game as caretaker manager ended in an emphatic 5-1 victory just four days after Jose Mourinho’s sacking. But Woodward, a former investment banker, will surely know that the hard work has only just begun. First things first, Woodward’s job as the man who runs United on a day-to-day basis will remain the safest at Old Trafford while the Glazer family continue…
Author: David Folami
Chelsea have submitted a bid “north of €50 million” ($57m) to sign Christian Pulisic from Borussia Dortmund next summer, sources have said. Bundesliga leaders Dortmund have ruled out selling the U.S. attacking midfielder in the January transfer window, but he will be allowed to leave the club in six months’ time subject to an acceptable transfer fee. Pulisic has assured the club he will not run down his existing contract, which expires in 2020, but Dortmund are aware he has his heart set on leaving Germany. Chelsea are in pole position to win the race for the 20-year-old’s signature with…
Cristiano Ronaldo scored either side of a Fabio Quagliarella penalty to earn Juventus a 2-1 win over Sampdoria as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) took centre stage in Turin. The ex-Real Madrid man opened the scoring within three minutes as he cut in from the left and powered an effort past goalkeeper Emil Audero, who is on loan from Juventus. Ronaldo looked rampant and it appeared a question of how many Juve would score as his constant trickery seemed to bamboozle the Samp defence. However, they were pegged back on 33 minutes when, after consulting with VAR, the referee adjudged…
Lionel Messi has said he would love to have Neymar back at Camp Nou, while ruling out the possibility of leaving the Catalan side. Neymar, 26, left Barca to join Paris Saint-Germain in a world record €222 million deal in 2017. Since leaving, he has regularly been linked with a return to the club — as well as a move to rivals Real Madrid. And, while Messi said he believes a reunion for the pair in Spain is unlikely, he would be delighted should it happen. “It would be difficult,” Messi, 31, told Marca when asked about the idea of…
Pep Guardiola has taken some of the blame for Manchester City’s recent poor form and said he has no doubt about the quality of his players. City have slipped to third in the Premier League, seven points behind leaders Liverpool, after three defeats in their last four games but Guardiola said he never thought his side were unbeatable. “I think you cannot blame [the players],” he told a news conference. “You are the guys who said we were the perfect team and you said we would make every game without losing and we never thought about [that]. “We spoke last…
Unai Emery has revealed that Paris Saint-Germain passed up the chance to sign Mohamed Salah from Roma — because they doubted the Egyptian was good enough to play for a top team. Emery said he and PSG bosses talked about signing Salah while he was manager of the French club, and admitted they missed out on “one of the top five players in the world” as they weren’t sure he could perform as well for a team of of PSG’s stature. Emery could be made to pay for that mistake when his Arsenal side travel to Anfield on Saturday, with…
Massimiliano Allegri will be considered during Manchester United’s hunt for a new manager, sources have said. Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino is their top choice to replace Jose Mourinho, who was sacked last week, but United are committed to “a thorough and extensive” search before making a permanent appointment ahead of next season. Caretaker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has won his first two games after taking the job following Mourinho’s dismissal. The Norwegian, who is still under contract at Molde, has hinted he would also like to be considered for the role full-time but sources have told ESPN FC that United will…
Jurgen Klopp has said Brasil that he introduced an attacking, high-intensity style of football when he first arrived at Liverpool to help get the club out of an atmosphere that felt “like a depression.” After replacing Brendan Rodgers in October 2015, Klopp’s first three seasons on Merseyside saw an entertaining Liverpool secure back-to-back top-four finishes and appearances in the finals of the Champions League, Europa League and League Cup. However, with a more controlled Liverpool currently six points clear at the top of the Premier League, centre-back Dejan Lovren recently said the team had turned into genuine title contenders this…
Manchester United caretaker boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku to prove they belong in his team. The pair are in contention to feature against Bournemouth on Sunday after missing the first two games of Solskjaer’s reign. He said it is up to Sanchez and Lukaku to follow the Frenchman’s example and use the fresh start to get back to their best. “I cannot do anything for their performances on the pitch,” Solskjaer told a news conference on Friday. “I’m here to give them the path and it’s up to them to do it on the…
Davido has vowed to work towards Governor Nyesom Wike’s re-election as Rivers State governor. Reports have it that he made his promise when he visited Rivers State recently and visited the governor’s house. “I came here to see my God-father, Governor Wike and to support his second term bid. Iam planning a talent hunt show in Port Harcourt, one of the lucky artistes will perform at my show in Lagos in December 27″, he said. Responding to the good news, Governor Wike also promised to support the entertainment industry to create employment for the young ones. Mr Chima Aguma and…
Kizz Daniel no longer follows Davido on Instagram after reports of last night’s drama. Davido and his guys were accused of slapping Kizz Daniel’s manager, Tumi, during his concert. Kizz Daniel immediately cancelled his performance after the incident. Rumours say it all started when Davido ended his performance on stage and had to change backstage when he met Kizz Daniel’s manager walking towards the same place and his guys pushed him away, when Davido asked his guys “who be that,” they answered that it was Tumi, Boykiss’ manager. Then the slapping ensued. Not to deny his fans the song of…
So many fans stormed Eko Atlantic yesterday to celebrate with Davido and to also have a feel of what a live performance of “One Ticket.” would look like. Kizz Daniel and Davido collaborated on the major record, produced Major Bangz, which was released a month ago. The audience couldn’t wait to see both artistes perform the hit tune together on stage but that did not happen. Claims by Tumi Lawrence, Kizz Daniel’s long time manager, that he got slapped by Davido and his crew put that performance to bed as Boykiss stormed out of the venue almost immediately. Kizz Daniel’s…
Davido has taken to social media to shed light on everything and anything surrounding his recently held concert, Davido Live in Concert. He referenced issues concerning the venue change and did not forget to touch on the controversy with Kizz Daniel’s manager. He said, “We only had 12 days to sell tickets and put this Show together ! They tried to block me from all avenues !! Left, right and center !! People wanted to see David Fail !” “When I came in this industry about 8 years ago at just 17 all I wanted was my video to be…
Davido has come out to defend himself after news circulated that he slapped Kizz Daniel‘s manager at his concert yesterday. Davido has said he apologised to Flyboy‘s manager even though he did not assault him. “Ok kiss Daniel manager I apologize for doing nothing 😒,” he tweeted. This response is coming after Kizz Daniel‘s manager had accused the “Assurance.” crooner of slapping him during his concert which was held on Thursday, December 27, 2018. Tumi Lawrence, who has been with Kizz Daniel for years had this to say, “Fuck you and your fake love @iam_Davido. And to you guys that…
Kcee has decided to wrap 2018 up on a music note as he recently dropped a cool jam titled ‘Protect Us’. As is the case with our artistes these days, Kcee went back in time to sample the instrumental of Marvelous Benji’s “New Dance.” on the new record. Kcee is also set to headline the biggest music festival in the South East Tagged ‘Uli Music Festival’ 2018. He is expected to perform alongside other artistes as they usher in the new year. Other artistes set to perform include Timaya, Phyno, Nigga Raw, Illbliss, and others. Comedians are also not left…
Popular Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola, and his wife, Ruth, took over social media after releasing a cute video of them showing off their dancing skills. They couple displayed how happy they were during this festive period as they rocked to the lyrics and sund of a gospel song. The lovely video of them engaging in a mini dancing competition just proved how amazing they look together. Odunlade also made sure to tell fans that more is to be flaunted on New Year’s Eve as his wife is set to flaunt her real dance steps. Odunlade Adekola and Ruth Adekola reportedly…
Photos recently revealed that Senate President Bukola Saraki attented Davido’s concert, which held at the Eko Atlantic City in Lagos, yesterday. Bukola Saraki was one of the special guests at the concert and he was welcomed by Senator Ademola Adeleke and Davido’s father, Chief Adeleke. The concert was the talk of social media but also had its fair share of controversies. Most notable of all was a case of an alleged assault on Kizz Daniel’s manager by Davido.
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has shared that in 2019, she plans on working twice as hard to make “new money”. She talked about how tough it is for single parents to work for two in order to cater for a child. She wrote, “2019 I have decided to have the best things heaven sends down,DESIGNERS, CARS ,HOUSE,MONEY,CONTRACTS,BACK TO SCHOOL(EDUCATION),FAITH,MEN🥰 ETC And for me to do that as a SINGLE AND THE ONLY FINANCIAL BENEFICIARY PARENT TO MY SON I NEED TO WORK EXTRA EXTRA HARD HARD!! 2019 IM READY TO START MAKING NEW MONEY… NO PAIN NO GAIN #2019BLISS #BYEOLDMONEY…
Mr Yakubu Dogara has mourned former President Shehu Shagari, calling him a father and true democrat. Alhahi Shagari died at about 7pm on Friday at the National Hospital, Abuja, at the age of 93. Mr Yakubu stated that the former president was an icon of transparency. ”We have lost a father, man of peace, true democrat, patriot and a nationalist. “He led an exemplary life of service to God and country worthy of emulation. He was a president for all Nigerians irrespective of tribe, religion or region,” he said. Dogara also said that the late Shagari ruled Nigeria with dignity…
Bukola Saraki also has nice words for late Alhaji Shehu Shagari, saying he was a quintessential public servant. Bukola Saraki, whose reaction came in two tweets via his verified Twitter handle, said the late elder statesman “dedicated his best years in the service of our nation and its people.” He said, “My family and I join the entire nation to mourn the passing of former President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, who led our nation in the Second Republic. “President Shagari was a quintessential public servant, haven served in seven cabinet positions and as a legislator. “He dedicated his best years in…