Spain forward, Alvaro Morata has come out to say that the team is struggling with the weight of expectation at Euro 2020. He recently revealed that he feels sad for the current players because they are following a generation of geniuses. According to him, the best thing is for the team to ignore critics because listening will not help performances at all. Morata added that it is simply difficult for the present youngsters to fill the huge shoes that played the game before them. His words, “If we listen to what people say that won’t help, because they are all…
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Germany manager, Joachim Low has come out to say that he is not bothered by his team’s imperfect start to Euro 2020. He recently revealed that teams with imperfect starts are the ones that end up doing well in the tournament. According to him, the truth is that countries that win their first two matches of a tournament rarely go all the way when the going gets tough. He added that victory vs Portugal will definitely give his boys the boost they need to never doubt their football. His words, “Of course, a win like this gives you a boost,…
Scotland player, Stephen O’Donnell has come out to share how he managed to wind up Jack Grealish during their match at Euro 2020. Steph recently revealed that he simply told the Aston Villa midfielder that he loves his calves. According to him, he was completely fed up with how Grealish was trying to impress at his expense, so he had to piss him off. He added that John McGinn deserves a thank you for giving him tips on the right way to go about things. His words, “I was just getting a wee bit fed up at that stage of…
Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema only needs one goal to start firing again, Antoine Griezmann has said. He recently revealed that he believes the French striker will start scoring as expected very soon. According to him, every attacker tries to score the first goal to regain confidence, and that makes it easier to go back to the periods when the goals were pouring in. Griezmann added that he feels very comfortable in the position he plays for France because it gives him the freedom he needs. His words, “I think each attacker wants to score the first goal and the…
France coach, Didier Deschamps has come out to say that Karim Benzema still has his confidence. He recently revealed this after France’s draw with Hungary, and the world has been reacting. According to him, even if he agrees that Karim needs to score to boost his confidence, he has been very pleased with his overall contribution so far. Deschamps added that Benzema is an experienced player, so he trusts him to never doubt himself. His words, “Benzema has a lot of experience and he will have no doubts about himself.” “He has done very good things, but he has lacked…
Netherlands manager, Frank De Boer has come out to say that he is relieved with how Memphis Depay has completed his transfer to Barcelona. He recently revealed that he expects the forward to hit top form at Euro 2020 soon. According to him, Depay is always the first to criticise himself when he plays poorly, so he expects him to do better as the tournament progresses. Frank added that Memphis is very self-confident and he knows exactly what he wants from his career. His words, “Memphis is the first to criticise himself or the way he plays and says to…
Manchester United should drop their interest in West Ham midfielder, Declan Rice, Nicky Butt has said. He recently revealed that the club should be fully focused on signing Raphael Varane this summer. According to him, United already have their own Rice in McTominay, so Ole must concentrate on getting the right players to take his team to the next level. He added that he is not sure Rice is better than Scott right now, and a partner for Maguire is of greater importance at the moment. His words, “For me, next season has to be about getting some silverware back…
Popular entrepreneur, Jason Njoku has come out to apologise to Igbo people for a comment he made in the past. This is coming after they rallied around to save his app from being taken down on the Google Play Store. According to him, the gesture has definitely renewed his faith in Nigeria because he is certain that the support wasn’t just about @irokotv, but more broadly about self-determination. Jason added that he is deeply sorry for his glib, immature and unnecessarily hurtful comments years back, and he’ll keep embracing the fact that he is Igbo. His words, “The last few…
Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar has come out to say that she’ll never reveal the identity of her husband. She recently revealed this during an interview with the press, and Nigerians have been reacting. According to her, she is just of the opinion that her personal life doesn’t have to be exposed to the public, so she’ll continue keeping mum about anything personal. Halima added that she will keep getting involved in showbiz without sharing her private life with the public. Her words, “Nobody knows if I’m married and it’s not something I want to involve people in. People will just…
Popular social media personality, Reno Omokri has come out to say that financial status has no bearing on one’s spiritual status. He recently revealed this on his social media page, and Nigerians have been reacting. According to him, money should never be described as evil because one can be rich yet spiritual since salvation is no respecter of status. Reno added that nobody is holier than others because he or she is poorer. His words, “Your financial status has no bearing on your spiritual status. You can be rich and spiritual and poor and unspiritual. Salvation is no respecter of…
Founder of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor Kumuyi has promised to return tithes and offerings of any member who is still living in sin. He recently revealed this while preaching about holiness during a recent Sunday service. According to him, any member who supports the church despite his or her persistent sinful nature is simply wasting the money. Kumuyi added that God doesn’t need a sinner’s money, and it is very pointless for a sinner to pay tithes and offerings in church. His words, “If you are a sinner here, God does not need your money. All the money…
Popular singer, Burna Boy has come out to flaunt his huge mansion on social media. He recently shared videos of his fancy crib online, and Nigerians have been reacting. According to him, anyone whose house doesn’t have ponds with fishes in them should not dare to play with him. The video has since gone viral on social media with several Nigerians sharing their thoughts. His words, “If your crib doesn’t have a pond with fishes, don’t play with me.” What do you think?
Popular reality star, Khloe has come out to flaunt stunning photos on Instagram. She recently shared hot pictures of herself in her banging bikini body while posing on a yacht, and the world has been reacting. See photos, WOW.
Ex presenter and On-Air Personality (OAP) with Naija FM, Titus Badejo, a.k.a Eja Nla has been killed by unknown gunmen. This sad occurrence happened recently in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, and Nigerians have been reacting. According to reports, the media personality who was in 407 Club at Oluyole Estate, Ibadan, Oyo State from about 9pm, was shot outside the club at about 11:30 pm. Facebook user, Adepoju Omoniyi had this to say about the deceased, “Security In Total Collapse In Oyo Titus Badejo, popularly known as Eja Nla, a presenter at Naija FM Ibadan was shot dead at a…
Nollywood actress, Yetunde Barnabas is a married woman. Yetunde, who is popularly known as Miss Pepeye of Papa Ajasco family drama, is now legally married to her boo Olayinka Peter. The movie star recently flaunted pictures on her social media page, and Nigerians have been congratulating her. The couple was seen looking beautiful as they posed with close family members for lovely photos. Check them out, WOW.
Leicester City midfielder, Youri Tielemans will suit Liverpool’s style of football, Heskey has said. He, however, revealed that the Reds will have to pay over the odds for the Belgian CM. According to him, Tielemans is an amazing player and he is the type of midfielder that will suit any team in the world. Heskey added that the youngster is very exciting because he does the simple things extremely well. His words, “Tielemans is a fantastic player. Tielemans is the kind of player that would suit any midfield and any team.” “He excites you because he does the simple things…
Barcelona forward, Antoine Griezmann has come out to say that he plans to move to the MLS after his contract with Barcelona expires. He recently revealed that he intends to leave Europe to experience the American lifestyle at some point in his career. According to him, he currently has three years to go on his contract, and he’ll keep paying attention to his body to make his American dream come true. Griezmann added that he absolutely loves the USA, the culture and their basketball competitions. His words, “I still have three years to go. I have to pay attention to…
Liverpool midfielder, Thiago Alcantara has come out to say that he hates modern football. The Spanish midfielder recently revealed that he believes VAR is damaging the game. According to him, the technology is clearly making football lose its competitiveness, and extra substitutions only make things easier for teams. Thiago added that the truth is VAR removes the essence of football and this is not good for the sport. His words, “Coaches can communicate with us better, players can communicate with each other more.” “You lose competitiveness but develop other aspects. Extra substitutions mean teams that defend, defend to the 90th…
PSG midfielder, Georginio Wijnaldum ignored an offer from Liverpool to keep him at Anfield, his agent has said. He recently revealed that the Holland CM also rejected the opportunity to play for Inter Milan to join the French champions. According to him, Inter Milan were very interested in his client but there were problems with the owners getting the money out of China, so it failed to materialize. He added that Wijnaldum simply made a decision between Barcelona and PSG when both offers were on the table. His words, “He had a fantastic time at Liverpool.” “It started when we…
Ex-Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel has come out to say that he’ll inspire athletes in Nigeria as a youth ambassador. He recently revealed that he feels very honoured after receiving the appointment. According to him, it is a great feeling to be a youth ambassador in Nigeria, and he is pleased with his current partnership with the Federal Government. Mikel added that he is focused on national development, not just in football, but in other sports. His words, “I feel highly honoured to be appointed as Youth Ambassador of this country, it is a great feeling.” “I am happy…