Gareth Bale can handle the pressure of having a more critical role at Real Madrid following the departure Cristiano Ronaldo, says his Wales manager Ryan Giggs. Bale has scored in both of Madrid’s games to open the season in La Liga, and Giggs believes the 29-year-old has grown used to the spotlight in his first five years at the Bernabeu. “When someone like Cristiano leaves there is always going to be a spotlight on who is going to replace him goal-wise and threat-wise,” Giggs said. “It’s a massive void to fill but Gareth has the experience now of being at…
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Cardi B has welcomed a baby girl with husband, Offset. The rapper took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, to announce the news, revealing her daughter’s name as Kulture Kiari Cephus. “Kulture Kiari Cephus 07/10/18 @offsetyrn,” she wrote. Congratulations Cardi B on the arrival of your baby. Cardi and Offset secretly got married back in September 2017. The private ceremony took place in the couple’s bedroom in Atlanta. After months of speculation, she officially confirmed her pregnancy in April during a performance on Saturday Night Live. Shortly after she confirmed her pregnancy, she performed at Coachella, but…
Timaya has said he’s a better father than many husbands, who are legally married and have children with their wives. In an interview with Punch, Timaya said that as a father to three children from two different women, he is a better than many husbands. “People fail to understand that a lot of baby daddies are better fathers than a lot of husbands. “The kind of role I play in my children’s life, I don’t think some husbands do that. I have time for my children, I love my children but some married men don’t even have time for their…
2019 will be Waje’s 10th year in the industry, and the singer has shared her plans to go on a nationwide tour and also release a Reggae album. W.A.J.E, acronym for ‘Words Aren’t Just Enough’ is the known name by which Aituaje Iruobe is addressed. From coming unto the scene with her powerful vocals on P-Square’s 2008 hit single ‘Do Me’ to imposing herself on M.I Abaga’s ‘One Naira’ two years later. Waje has come a long way, with the release of her self titled album in 2013 and a strong set of singles, have helped maintain her place as…
Idris Elba has reacted to latest rumors linking him to the role of the new James Bond. On Sunday, August 12, 2018, after his name was, for the umpteenth time, linked to the role of 007, the British actor tweeted: “My name’s Elba,” an obvious allusion to the famous line spoken by Bond. Hours later, Elba, who has for years been rumoured as the next 007, tweeted a photo of the rap group Public Enemy alongside a lyric from one of their favourite songs: “Don’t believe the HYPE …” The tweets came days after a report in Daily Star alleged…
Akpororo has revealed that it is impossible to create new jokes ahead of every show as expected by fans of the comedy industry. The comedian noted that it’s a tough task to meet up with the expectations of fans, who turn out in large numbers to laugh and enjoy new jokes at every show. In a chat with Punch, Akpororo said: “Fans always want me to come up with new jokes for every show, but this is not possible because I am not a computer.” Continuing, the comedian said: “I rely on freestyle and spontaneity to come up with fresh…
Tonto Dikeh is raising alarm over plans by the police to storm her house. The actress made this known via her Instagram page on Monday, August 20, 2018. A fearless Tonto says she is waiting for the police and also went to say that she is not intimidated by anything in this life. “I guess I am now a criminal..MY STOMACH OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO And they are even coming with Press to record my arrest Lmaoooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.. #IF THE HAIR ON MY SONS BODY IS TOUCHED OGA POLICE YOU WILL HAVE TO BURY ME,YOU WILL HAVE TO KILL ME,HAaaaa OGA POLICE there is…
Tiwa Savage has for the first time come out to speak about her relationship with music star, Wizkid. In an interview with Soundcity radio’s OAP, Awazi, Tiwa Savage got to talk about how she has been able to handle the rumoured relationship between Wizkid and herself. “We are friends definitely. To be honest, I think I have been in this industry for a long time, I have grown a thick skin so comments like that, genuinely, honestly don’t bother me that much. I am kinda used to it. Today is humblesmith, tomorrow it’s Wiz, it’s just what it is, its…
Duncan Mighty might be veteran in the game but it doesn’t change the fact that he is the man of the moment as he shows off some bundles of dollars given to him by E-Money. The singer took to his Instagram page on Monday, August 20, 2018, where he shared two videos holding on to some bundles of dollar bills. He went on to caption the video with praises for E-Money. “#AZA What a way to start my week ,,,,,, #speachless GOD of heaven may u continue to bless @iam_emoney1 more abundantly and give him longevity. My oga I dobale…
Damilola Adegbite has taken a swipe at male folks, who she said are, creating monsters out of several women with the way they are being treated. In an Instagram post, the ‘Flower Girl’ actress poured out her heart on men that cause more pain than joy to their women and family as a whole. The actress posted a picture with quotes, which read, “Broken hearts everywhere. Some men are wicked. Continue, some of these girls you are hurting are witches. They will soon carry your names to their meeting.” The picture was accompanied with a lengthy caption, where the actress…
Toke Makinwa might be one of the most successful celebrities around but she has also faced some obstacles in life which are worth telling like the time she was robbed, her marriage failed and was ridiculed about it. The gorgeous multi-talented media personality made this known on her Instagram page on Friday, August 17, 2018. If you are very conversant with Toke’s Instagram page, you will notice that she regularly post messages about her Christian faith and her latest post gives a download of her experience in 2015. “Felt led to share this here. I was on a workcation sometime…
Cesc Fabregas will not feature for Chelsea against former club Arsenal as he deals with a “very unusual” injury, but Mateo Kovacic could make his debut, head coach Maurizio Sarri said on Friday. The Spain international remains unavailable but Kovacic is likely to be on the bench, though Sarri said he is some way short of peak fitness. “Fabregas is out for this match. I hope he will be able to be on the pitch [training] next week. I’m not sure,” Sarri said. “[It’s] nothing serious, but he has a very unusual injury. [It’s] nothing serious, but he has a…
Kevin De Bruyne is facing a spell on the sidelines after injuring his right knee in training on Wednesday. A club statement said the full extent of the injury is not yet known, but the 27-year-old Belgium international was undergoing tests. De Bruyne, who was later seen on crutches, is expected to fly to Barcelona for further tests with Dr. Ramon Cugat, a specialist who treated him when he suffered a knee injury in January 2016. Cugat also helped City teammates Ilkay Gundogan and Benjamin Mendy recover from cruciate ligament injuries. “Kevin is a great player and it’s just unfortunate…
The Arsenal Supporters Trust is planning to reject Stan Kroenke’s mandatory offer for their shares in a last show of defiance against the American billionaire although they have no hopes of legally challenging the takeover. Kroenke is set to take single ownership of Arsenal after minority shareholder Alisher Usmanov agreed to sell his 30 percent stake in the club earlier this month. That deal means Kroenke can force the remaining shareholders to sell their combined 3 percent stake as well, but the AST — the leading Arsenal fan group — will not give up their six shares willingly. “By accepting…
Carlos Tevez would not be surprised if Lionel Messi decides to permanently retire from the national team. “It would be understandable if Messi doesn’t return to the national team,” Tevez told TyC Sports. “When you give and then you are criticised, it becomes very difficult. I’ve been through that and at times you don’t want to go [to the national team].” Argentina football federation (AFA) president Claudio Tapia said last month that it is important for his organisation to have Messi play for the national team for financial reasons, but that he would give Messi time to decide if he…
Daley Blind has said he was grateful to play for Jose Mourinho and that his former manager’s approach could help him now at Ajax. Blind, who left United last month to return to his former club after four seasons, said his experience with Mourinho the last two years was “very positive.” “I’ve almost played 150 games and won four trophies with them,” Blind said after a 3-0 victory over Standard Liege in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. “I’ve really had a great time with lots of beautiful moments. I am very thankful for the fans there that…
It’s been almost three months since Liverpool lost the Champions League final to Real Madrid, yet it clearly still plays on the minds of all concerned. Jurgen Klopp still speaks with a little bitterness about one of the major turning points in the game — Mohamed Salah’s shoulder injury. For the Real player involved in the incident, Sergio Ramos, the implication is obvious. He was a winner by default, by cheating almost, and nobody would let any hint of that slip by without a retort. There must be some caution with reports of a player or manager “not letting it…
Sergio Ramos has insisted that ” Real Madrid have “always felt like a family after former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo said that his new club Juventus is “different, everyone is very friendly,” adding that he was sure the European champions would continue to be successful even after losing such an “important and decisive player.” “We’d have to see what Cris meant when he said that,” Madrid captain Ramos said ahead of Wednesday’s UEFA Super Cup against Atletico Madrid in Tallinn. “We’ve always felt like a family here. I don’t know where his shots were aimed — the dressing room, the hierarchy……
Diego Godin has said he is proud to take over as the club’s captain after having turned down interest from other clubs. After competing in the World Cup with Uruguay, Godin reportedly considered a move to Juventus, and Manchester United made a late attempt to sign him on the Premier League’s deadline day. Ahead of the UEFA season curtain-raiser in Tallinn, Estonia, Godin will replace midfielder Gabi Fernandez, who joined Al-Sadd, as Atletico’s captain, with Antoine Griezmann becoming one of the team’s vice-captains. “I am happy and proud, and above all, I feel a lot of responsibility wearing the armband…
Wayne Rooney has said he moved to the MLS “to work” amid claims many top level footballers make the switch to the U.S. for an easy paycheck. “I understand people might get frustrated when they see players coming over maybe a bit later in their career,” Rooney told the Washington Post. “But that’s for me to show with performances that I’m not here just to be on holiday. “I’m here to work, and I’ll have plenty of time when I finish playing to enjoy myself and have holidays.” Rooney left Everton join DC United in June and has scored one…