Liverpool manager Arne Slot has shared when Mohamed Salah will join the Egypt squad for AFCON. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, amid reports that the forward might depart earlier than expected after Egypt arranged a friendly against Nigeria on December 14, he can confirm that Salah will remain on Merseyside for Liverpool’s EPL clash against Brighton. Slot added that he expects Salah to link up with the Egypt squad on December 15 ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations. His words, “The way we have worked is…
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Popular rapper M.I Abaga has recounted how he was chased off the red carpet at the 2008 Headies Awards. He recently revealed that he was asked to leave the red carpet so Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde could take photos. Speaking during an interview with Vbyz TV Cartel, MI said that the incident happened when he was still struggling for recognition. According to him, as soon as Omotola got on the red carpet with her security guards, attention was diverted to the bigger star, and he was chased off to make way for her grand entrance. Abaga stated that he and…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that William Saliba and Leandro Trossard are major doubts for the clash against Brentford on Wednesday night. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Saliba picked up a random ankle injury in training that left him very uncomfortable, and it’ll take some days to know if he’ll be fit soon. Arteta added that he cannot wait to have Havertz back in his squad because of what he brings to the team. His words, “He had a little niggle, so I think it’s going…
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti has opened up about the unconventional relationship between him and his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti. He recently revealed that his dad never taught him anything because he expected him to know everything. Speaking at a Book Chat at the just concluded Ake Arts and Books Festival, which was held at Bon Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, a gathering that was centred on late Fela’s wife, Remilekun Kuti’s memoir simply titled: “Mrs Kuti,” Femi said that Fela did not even teach him how to read. According to him, anytime he urged his dad to teach him…
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has said that he is not concerned about losing his job anytime soon. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he has unwavering confidence that the club’s intelligent owners will remain patient with him amid the team’s dismal run of form. Frank added that success will always be gradual for any new manager, so he believes he’d be given time to build his dynasty. His words, “It seems like they’re good guys, intelligent people. They know how to run businesses and are learning about football,…
Popular British singer Jessie J has set the record straight on the inspiration behind her new diss track “Threw It Away.” She recently revealed that the song had nothing to do with her ex-boyfriend and Hollywood actor Channing Tatum. In a since-expired Instagram Stories shared online, Jessie simply clarified that the moviestar is not the song’s subject. According to her, while the song refers to her ex as a “beast,” she can confirm that it was not inspired by her time with Tatum. Jessie stated that she never said the soulful track was about the actor, so people should stop…
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has said that the club did the right thing by not pursuing big-money moves for Benjamin Sesko, Xavi Simons and Jamie Gittens. Recall that the Bundesliga heavyweights were strongly linked with all three players before their respective switches to Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea in the summer. According to him, he can only praise the club for not giving in to supporters’ wishes to spend big in the summer, because Bayern Munich has clearly gained an edge over its rivals as a result. Uli added that Kompany’s willingness to give young players a…
Popular Hollywood actress Amy Schumer has shared how her health impacted her weight loss journey. She recently revealed that she did not lose weight to look hot, and fans have been reacting. In an Instagram clip that included a tour of various rooms around her house, Amy responded to questions about her weight loss decision. According to her, while many believe that she lost weight to look fitter and sexier, she actually made the decision to survive. Schumer also clarified that she did not get Botox or filler, as several false reports have been suggesting. “Not to look hot which…
Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown has said that Harry Kane is a unique talent. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, playing against Kane as a Sunderland player made him realize how clever the England striker really is in front of goal. Brown added that defenders cannot afford to take their eyes off Harry in the box because he can score at any time. His words, “It would be very difficult. Harry Kane has been so good because he knows where to be. It’s the same as [Cristiano]…
Popular Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson has said that her relationship with her husband Colin Jost got off to a weird start. She recently revealed why her hubby did not think they were meant to be after their first date. Speaking during a new episode of “Today with Jenna & Friends,” Scarlett shared that men rarely asked her out before she met Colin. According to her, after he asked her out on a date back in 2017, things started off alright at first, only for her to turn down his invitation to grab a drink, leading Colin to believe she did…
A former Saudi Arabian sports minister, Prince Abdullah bin Mosaad, has shared his honest assessment of the Saudi Pro League. He recently claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo is the only foreign player in the competition, justifying their wages, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Ronaldo’s ability to bring global exposure to the league is unparalleled, and no other footballer will be able to do that for Saudi Arabia’s football. Prince added that every other Saudi Pro League footballer is currently earning more than they actually deserve. His words, “Ronaldo is the only foreign player worth what he earns because…
Popular British singer Ed Sheeran has said he found out about Taylor Swift’s engagement on Instagram via someone else’s phone. He recently revealed that they had plenty to chat about the last time they linked up. Chatting about his Netflix special, “One Shot with Ed Sheeran,” during an Access Hollywood interview published on YouTube, Ed Sheeran disclosed that he did not bother to discuss it with Swift until they met face to face. According to him, because Taylor has always been a close friend, not just a colleague, he preferred to discuss her big step in person. The “Thinking Out…
Former Barcelona star Kevin-Prince Boateng has shared how Lionel Messi had the power to block his shock transfer to the Catalan club. Recall that the Blaugrana signed the striker from Sassuolo in January 2019, initially on loan with an €8 million option to buy. According to him, the transfer only went ahead after Messi gave his blessing, and if the Argentine maestro had said no, he would never have played for Barcelona. Boateng added that he was shocked to find out that the club’s sporting directors, president and coach didn’t have the final say on his transfer. His words, “If…
Popular Nigerian blogger Stella Dimokoko has shared details about Anita Joseph’s crashed marriage to MC Fish. Recall that filmmaker Stanley Ontop had alleged that Anita’s husband, MC Fish, had left the moviestar for another woman, forcing her to throw him out of the house. In an Instagram post, Stella revealed that the 5-year union had come to an end after Anita battled personal and emotional challenges for many years. According to the blogger, insiders confirmed that the actress lost two babies, suffered a stillbirth, and also endured a painful miscarriage while she was married to MC Fish. Dimokoko stated that…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has singled out one of his players for criticism. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Dorgu is always anxious every time he receives the ball during matches, and he clearly plays better for Denmark than he does for MUFC. Amorim, however, added that the defender is young enough to improve in the coming years. His words, “You can feel the anxiety every time Patrick touches the ball. I can feel the anxiety. When I see Patrick playing for the national team, he scored…
Former BBNaija housemate Liquorose has shared how she came up with her stage name. She recently opened up about her career and personal dreams, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during an interview on the Off the Top podcast with VJ Adams, Liquorose said that her name is a combination of the words Liquor and her real name, Rosaline. According to him, the fact that she likes drinking Liquor, despite being a shy person, made the name ideal, because her mum always told her that alcohol is never shy. “I picked Liquorose on December 31, 2012. I drink like liquor,…
Liverpool defender Kostas Tsimikas has said that he is keen to make a return to Merseyside when his season-long loan with Roma ends. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he certainly misses the city and people because he considers himself a die–hard Greek Scouser at heart. Tsimikas added that he believes he can still make an impact at Anfield if the club decides to trigger his return. His words, “I miss the city. I lived there for five years. I love everything in Liverpool. They have a special…
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has said that he has a very good relationship with Jude Bellingham. This comes amid speculations suggesting that there is growing tension between the pair, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he has an excellent relationship with the English midfielder, and he considers Bellingham a world-class footballer. Alonso added that Jude is a well-rounded player who can be the difference between Madrid winning and losing trophies this season. His words, “Absolutely not. I have excellent communication and a very good relationship with Jude. He’s a world-class player; he has that drive to improve,…
Popular Hollywood actor George Clooney has come out to reflect on how differently his career could have panned out. He recently shared how he desired to break out of his usual TV roles to become a serious film actor. Speaking during an interview with The Sunday Times, Clooney said that he got really upset when he found out that Brad Pitt landed the huge role as J.D. in 1991’s “Thelma & Louise” ahead of him. According to him, despite getting to the final test for a role in the Ridley Scott-directed film, he found out that Brad was the preferred…
Popular reality star Kourtney Kardashian’s youngest child is celebrating his 2nd Thanksgiving. She recently shared some photos of the toddler to mark the occasion, and fans have been reacting. Kourtney flaunted a roundup of photos from the autumnal holiday on Instagram, including several family pictures of herself, husband Travis Barker and their son, Rocky Thirteen. “Thankful 🧡,” Kardashian wrote alongside the photos of herself holding her kid, who turned 2 earlier in the month. Kourtney’s post comes just weeks after she and her husband celebrated Rocky’s second birthday on Nov. 1. “Happy Birthday my Rocky 13 🖤. You’re such a…