Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has urged the club to finally honour Lionel Messi with a fitting tribute. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Messi’s influence clearly transcends club rivalries and borders, and every football fan should have nothing but respect for what the Argentine forward has achieved in the game. Stressing that he hopes Lionel doesn’t retire anytime soon, he stated that he wants him to keep playing for more years. His words, “Messi deserves a tribute in Barcelona, in Croatia, in Argentina, in Miami… He’s the…
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Popular rapper Doja Cat has said that she is not proud of slamming Hollywood actor Timothée Chalamet. This comes after the moviestar’s controversial comments about no one caring about the ballet and opera earlier this week went viral. She had said in a since-deleted video, “Hey, by the way, opera is 400 years old, ballet is 500 years old. Somebody named Tim-oh-tay Cha-lam-et had the nerve — big guy, by the way — had the nerve to say, on-camera, that nobody cares about it.” Reacting the following day, Doja shockingly admitted that she also knows nothing about ballet or opera.…
Olympique Lyonnais manager Paulo Fonseca has come out to defend club forward Endrick. Paulo Fonseca recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, critics should remember that Endrick’s young age and previous lack of competitive action at Real Madrid before deciding to make him feel like a flop. Fonseca added that there has also been a learning curve as the Brazilian adapts to playing on the right wing. His words, “Fonseca has stepped in to shield his young star from the growing backlash. Following a 1-1 draw against Paris FC on…
Nollywood actor Nosa Rex has come out to celebrate Omotola Ekeinde following a surprising gesture from his senior colleague. Recall that Omotola recently gifted him flowers as she praised his personality, and fans have been reacting. According to her, there is something special about Nosa because he consistently brought positive vibes and energy to her movie set. Omotola added that despite being under so much pressure on the set of “A Mother’s Love,” working with Rex helped to calm her nerves. Her words, “There is something about Rex; he brings these positive vibes and energy. He has the spirit of…
United States president Donald Trump has assured FIFA that Iran are welcome to compete at this summer’s World Cup. Recall that the team’s participation at the finals has been cast into doubt after the US and Israel launched air strikes on Iran on Feb. 28. Despite Trump saying earlier this month he really didn’t care if Iran played at the World Cup, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted that the U.S. president is supportive of the team being involved after a meeting between the two men. He added that an event like the FIFA World Cup will help to bring…
Popular media personality Nedu Wazobia has said that it is hard to be seen as a role model in Nigeria without financial success. He recently had his say during a podcast conversation with media personality Chude Jideonwo, where they discussed the influence of money in society. According to him, wealth now plays a significant role in how people are perceived and respected, and many individuals are now less likely to look up to someone who is financially struggling. Nedu added that the reality is that Nigerians now equate financial success with credibility and influence. His words, “You can’t be a…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has blasted the club’s wastefulness in Tuesday’s Champions League last-16 loss at Galatasaray. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the open nature of the match meant that LFC had chances to level or even take a win into next Wednesday’s return fixture at Anfield, so the defeat was very disappointing. Slot added that failing to convert crucial chances killed his team’s momentum in the game. His words, “We started the game really well, even better than three months ago. We had three or four…
Popular singer Timaya has again spoken against the institution of marriage. He recently had his say via his Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. In a video making the rounds on social media, the singer, who was with fellow singers Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, and Phyno, said that young men should just ensure they have children. Timaya added that the institution of marriage simply doesn’t work. His words, “Just born pikin. Pikin go grow. This marriage thing nor dey work.” WOW.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has issued a stern warning to club defender Leny Yoro. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the Frenchman is wrong to continually try to impose himself physically on strikers who are far more developed, so he needs to adjust his game henceforth. Ferdinand added that the young defender is currently being outmatched physically in the EPL. His words, “Leny Yoro right now is trying to fight too many fights in a game, when physically he’s not starting at the same place. They’re all…
Travis Kelce has said that he is fired up for another season with the Kansas City Chiefs. He recently confirmed that he is returning to the NFL after months of speculation during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show. According to him, Kelce, he needed to take a step back before deciding to return, and his fiancée, Taylor Swift, deserves credit for motivating him. Emphasising that he is not done yet, Travis noted that he still has a lot to give to the game. His words, “Let’s go! Making another run at it, baby, and the Chiefs are making moves,…
Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has delivered an update on Kylian Mbappe’s fitness. This comes ahead of the first leg of Real Madrid’s Champions League round of 16 tie against Manchester City, and fans have been reacting. According to him, even though Mbappe’s injury has been looking positive this week, his recovery will still take one day at a time. Arbeloa added that he’ll have to rely on other stars like Vinicius Junior to step up if the Frenchman fails his late fitness test. His words, “Well, he’s better. Obviously, we have to take one day at a time and…
Popular Housewife Lisa Rinna has opened up about how she helped her Traitors costar Rob Rausch secure a Hermès Birkin bag for Maura Higgins after betraying her on the show. She recently had her say via a TikTok video, and fans have been reacting. According to her, helping Rob to get Maura’s bag was a magical experience for her, and it was tickling to watch the reality star receive it on Watch What Happens Live. Lisa then thanked her friends, Isaac Boots and Jeffery, for helping with the connection that secured the Birkin. Her words, “Let’s talk about the Birkin…
Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal has publicly defended his decision to applaud Celta Vigo legend Iago Aspas during their recent La Liga encounter at Balaidos. This comes following a wave of unwarranted online criticism from a section of his own fanbase, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he applauded Aspas to acknowledge an enduring Spanish football icon whose retirement could be approaching, so fans should know that basic sporting values and respect must always come first. Carvajal added that supporters should not be questioning his loyalty to the badge because of a respectable gesture. His words, “That gesture…
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has called out her dog for being so ungrateful. She recently had her say via her Instastory, and fans have been reacting. Referring to her pet as ghetto, the moviestar revealed that after getting her dog new shoes, he decided not to wear them. Her words, “Ice is so ungrateful. I bought him shoes, and he hates them. Go walk with your bare feet then. Ghetto ass dog! Sometimes I ask myself if I’m ok, because what is this?” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the…
Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has attributed his explosive recent improvement at Chelsea to the guidance of Liam Rosenior. This comes following the manager’s bold claims that the forward now rivals the likes of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Reacting, his frequent office meetings with Rosenior have prevented him from becoming complacent in recent times, so he is grateful to his manager for his improvement. Pedro added that his good form is largely down to his beneficial conversations with his coach. His words, “When the new manager arrived, he told me that he already knew who I was and wanted to…
Nollywood actor Prince Eke has come out to slam his fellow celebrities. He recently had his say via his Instagram account, and fans have been reacting. According to him, several Nigerian celebrities are not worth emulating because they are not a good influence on the people and rarely speak against corruption or bad governance. Eke added that it is always sad to see broke and depressed Nigerian celebrities preferring to sell their conscience to their oppressors. His words, “The earlier you understand that most of these so called celebrities are not worth being influenced by, the better for you. Actors…
Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta has sensationally hit back at former manager Xavi Hernandez. This comes after Xavi claimed that he deliberately sabotaged Lionel Messi’s return to Camp Nou. Reacting, Laporta insisted that the decision for Messi to return rested entirely with the Argentine superstar rather than any boardroom interference, and a concrete contract offer was rejected by the Messi camp for personal reasons. He added that Xavi was fired because he just could not balance his family and professional life. His words, “He relaxed and couldn’t balance his family and professional life. He said our team wouldn’t be competitive…
Some journalists were denied entry to the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation in Lagos on Monday. They were banned from entering over a requirement to wear branded T-shirts provided by the event organisers. The event, held at The Delborough Lagos, attracted guests including Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Shade Okoya, Layal Holm, Florence Ita-Giwa, Mo Abudu, Darey Art Alade and his wife Deola Art Alade, Yeni Kuti, Bose Ogulu and music executive Don Jazzy. According to ThisDay journalist Yinka Olatunbosun, reporters invited to cover the launch were asked to undergo accreditation outside the venue and told they would only be…
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has jumped to the defence of Premier League leaders Arsenal. He recently labelled the growing waves of criticism directed at Mikel Arteta’s side as very unfair, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he does not subscribe to the negative narrative surrounding the north London club, and he believes Arteta should keep exploiting his competitive advantage. Rooney added that the Gunners must continue keeping clean sheets and making themselves very hard to play against. His words, “I’ve heard a lot of people talking about Arsenal and the way they’re playing but I think they’ve…
Hollywood actress Viola Davis has opened up about life as a novelist. Recall that the moviestar and James Patterson are the co-authors of “Judge Stone,” a legal thriller in which a teenage abortion case electrifies a small Alabama town. According to her, it does not matter if it’s writing a movie character or telling a story in a book, the aim is always to create a real human being and pass a message. Viola added that having the chance to work with the great Patterson made the experience even more worth it. Her words, “My agent called and said, ‘Would…