Eric Bailly is confident of a swift return to action for Manchester United, sources have said, despite limping out of Wednesday’s 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. Bailly, 22, made his first Premier League start since damaging knee ligaments against Chelsea on Oct. 23 when he lined up at right-back for Jose Mourinho’s team at Selhurst Park. But after being caught by a knee-high challenge by Palace winger Lee Chung-Yong early in the first half, Bailly was forced to undergo lengthy treatment before recovering to play on until half-time. The Ivory Coast defender ultimately succumbed to the injury seven minutes into…
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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has said that Marcos Rojo is a “clean player” despite the defender receiving criticism for a challenge against Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Rojo, 26, was booked for a two-footed tackle on Wilfried Zaha in the 38th minute on United’s 2-1 win, with the Argentina international shown a yellow card 10 days after being booked for a similar challenge on Everton’s Idrissa Gueye. Palace manager Alan Pardew was upset that Rojo was not sent off, but Mourinho said of his player: “He’s playing really well, phenomenal. “He’s a clean player, aggressive. His nature, Argentinian, is emotional…
Popular comedian and actor Kevin Hart has just shared his family Christmas photos. Hart and his wife Eniko, his two kids, Hendrix and Heaven, posed alongside their two dogs in Christmas-themed family photos. The Hart’s obviously can’t wait for the holidays!
Today is the birthday of Nigerian pop singer Sean Tizzle. Sean Tizzle whose real names are Morihanfen Oluwaseun Oluwabamidele was initially a rapper in a group called 3-Way Band. He later switched into signing and aligned himself with Sound Sultan’s imprint Naija Ninjas. He left Sound Sultan to join D’Tunes fledging imprint Difference Entertainment. In 2013, Sean Tizzle scored his first hit by the name of ‘Sho Lee’. After a slew of successful singles he released his album ‘The Journey’ which was received well. Sean Tizzle is currently working on his second album.
On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, Kanye West met with billionaire and US president-elect, Donald Trump at Trump Tower. Following his surprising visit to the tower a number of artists have spoken out including pal. John Legend. Legend in an interview with French outlet Clique, said some harsh words calling Kanye’s visit a “publicity stunt. “I don’t think it’s impossible to talk to [Donald Trump] about issues, but I won’t be used as a publicity stunt. I think Kanye was a publicity stunt,” he said. He also went on to express his frustration and disappointment in the rapper. According to him,…
Paul Pogba has told SFR Sport that Manchester United’s ambition remains to claim top spot in the Premier League, rather than a top-four finish. Pogba, 23, found the net before Zlatan Ibrahimovic grabbed a late winner as United won 2-1 at Crystal Palace on Wednesday, extending their unbeaten run in the English top flight to six games with a second successive win. It leaves Jose Mourinho’s men in sixth place, six points behind neighbours City, who currently occupy England’s fourth and final Champions League qualifying place. “We don’t want to be in the top four, we want to be at…
nManchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic admitted that he may have handled the ball in the buildup to Paul Pogba’s goal in the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Wednesday night. Pogba’s strike, which also looked offside, gave United a 1-0 lead — before Ibrahimovic himself struck late on, from the Frenchman’s pass, to seal a 2-1 win at Selhurst Park. When asked if there was a handball, the Swede told BT Sport: “Could be, could be, but the situation was fast. I just tried to get the ball forward to Paul because I saw he was free. “I think it…
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho insisted his team “deserved” their 2-1 win against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, describing his players as “super-dominant” in the latter stages. United defender Marcos Rojo made a reckless challenge but was not sent off by referee Craig Pawson before the impressive Paul Pogba then put the visitors 1-0 ahead with a goal that looked offside and involved a handball from Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the build-up. Palace’s James McArthur levelled the scores, with United then denied a penalty — when Joe Ledley handled in the area — and Juan Mata soon had a goal disallowed…
Comedian and talk show host, Trevor Noah visited outgoing American president, Barack Obama at the White House to discuss several issues including Trump’s administration, Russia, racism in the world, Obama care and more. The Daily Show is directed by Chuck O’Neil with Trevor Noah, Steve Bodow, Jen Flanz, Tim Greenberg, Jill Katz and Adam Lowitt President Obama, Michelle Obama and guests at White House Tribute To Ray Charles[/caption]as the executive producers while Hillary Kun and Stuart Miller are co-executive producers.
The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) nomination announcement ceremony took place yesterday, December 14, 2016 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Lagos. Best Soundtrack/Original Score Oloibiri – Rex Ricketts 93 Days – George Kallis, Tunde Jegede and Banky W No Good Turn – Brymo The Encounter – Michael ‘The Truth’ Ogunlade 76 – Hyacinth Ogbu, Daps Agwom, Ukachi Nnachi Best Cinematographer Mrs Right Guy – Adze Ugah 93 Days – Yinka Edward Happiness is a Four Letter Word – Lance Gewer Oloibiri – Curtis Graham 76 – Yinka Edward Best Actress in a Drama Bimbo Akintola – 93 Days Ivie…
On Thursday, December 15, at the Bridge in Lekki, Lagos, singer Niyola will be having a special concert, titled ‘Yours Truly’. The concert is the first of what is planned to be a once in a quarter live band showcase of Niyola’s body of work for her friends and fans. This will be live music at its very best. No Autotone. No backing tracks. No miming. The show will also feature an all-female band with performances from female guest artistes. Niyola, who has been away from music for a while, explained why her album which was scheduled to be released…
Johnny Depp has refused to pay the $6.8m (about N3.3b) as agreed in his divorce settlement with ex-wife, Amber Heard. The Hollywood actor is holding back on paying Heard because of her letter about domestic violence, which defies the terms of their separation. Multiple reports claim Heard never mentioned Depp by name in her letter about domestic violence for the December issue of the fashion magazine Porter, but it’s clear who she is referring to. She wrote in the letter: ‘You are not alone, you may have suffered alone behind closed doors, but you are not alone. You need to…
Tiwa Savage and her son Jamil sure know how to have fun together as evident in the clip above. And it looks like Jamjam is picking up a few moves from mama already. Only a few days ago, the two were dressed in matching black agbada outfits as Tiwa prepared to perform at the Sunny on Sunday concert.
Nigerian singer Chidinma is undoubtedly a beautiful woman. But in these new photos taken by Kelechi Amadi, she looks absolutely breathtaking. She rocks a white off-shoulder gown in one picture then strikes more poses while in a short dress. These outfits are complemented by her lovely hairstyle which is bound to stand her out wherever she goes. According to Amadi-Obi, ‘Chidinma exudes so much positive energy, you can’t help loving her and then that VOICE. We had a great time shooting at my studio the other day.’
Zinedine Zidane says he does not disagree with the suggestion that Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest player ever to have played for Real Madrid. Ronaldo, 31, joined Madrid from Manchester United in 2009 and has gone on to help the club to two Champions League triumphs and one La Liga title in that time, as well as the Club World Cup, two Copa del Reys, the UEFA Super Cup and Spanish Super Cup. The Portugal captain, who has scored 376 goals in 366 games in total for Madrid, won a fourth Ballon d’Or earlier this week, and Zidane suggested he…
Both Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and Manchester United’s Jose Mourinho have taken charge of 25 games so far this season: with exactly the same results. The managers have identical records (W14 D6 L5) though there has been a bit of a difference in the way the pair have been treated in the media. After Guardiola won his first 10, the press pack have taken more time to criticise the former Barcelona man, whereas Mourinho’s temper tantrums at Old Trafford have drawn more fire — especially as his form since winning the 2014-15 title with Chelsea continues to crumble. Jose…
Former Real Madrid Castilla coach Alberto Toril said he had learned from working with Jose Mourinho that “either you were his friend or you were his enemy.” Toril was in charge of Madrid’s youth side from 2011 to 2013, when Mourinho was first team coach. Tensions between the pair were widely reported at the time, with Mourinho publicly criticising Toril’s development of young talent. The long-serving youth coach was first banned from attending Mourinho’s training sessions and then sacked mid-season by club president Florentino Perez. Toril, now coach of Segunda side Elche, told Onda Cero: “He [Mourinho] was very extremist…
The Sokoto State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Usman Danmadamin-Isa says Nigeria is on the right track with President Muhammadu Buhari at the helm of affairs. “I am sincerely and honestly confident that, with the level of commitment and patriotism of Buhari, the nation will soon overcome all seemingly formidable challenges,” he told newsmen in Sokoto on Wednesday. Danmadamin-Isa also said that Buhari has been tirelessly striving to fulfill all his campaign promises to Nigerians. ”The President is addressing the myriad of security challenges facing the nation, with tremendous successes. ”Buhari is also doggedly fighting corruption and…
Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo has requested for the approval of the state House of Assembly to present the 2017 Appropriation Bill on Friday. The governor’s request is contained in a letter dated Dec. 14 and signed by the Secretary to State Government, Mr Osarodion Ogie. The letter reads: “I write to inform the House that Gov. Godwin Obaseki proposes to present the year 2017 appropriation bill on Friday, Dec. 16, 2016.” The Speaker, Justin Oknonboh, said the House would meet to consider the request.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has accused former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Bala Mohammed of acting as a front for former First Lady, Patience Jonathan. The EFCC also accused Mohammed of using his office to illegally allocate land to Mrs Jonathan. “We have evidence to show that Bala Mohammed was a front for Patience Jonathan,” an EFCC source told Punch. “He abused his position and used it to allocate land to her as well. Patience has several business interests in Abuja, including a hotel,” the source added. Meanwhile, Mrs Jonathan has urged the House of…