Author: David Ayomide
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) Arsene Wenger, the former Arsenal boss, has offered a grim assessment of Manchester United’s current state, asserting that there is “no hope” for the team as they grapple with a loss of “confidence and spirit.” Wenger, who left his role as Arsenal manager in 2018, analyzed the difficulties that Manchester United faced during their 3-0 defeat in the Manchester derby on Sunday. He elaborated on why he does not foresee an improvement in their fortunes under the leadership of Erik ten Hag. Wenger shared his perspective on the increasing gap between the two teams as…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Jude Bellingham, the talented midfielder from England and Real Madrid, has clinched the 2023 Kopa Trophy, an award reserved for the best young player under 21 years of age. This achievement comes in recognition of Bellingham’s outstanding performance in his early days at Real Madrid. His memorable El Clasico performance, where he scored two crucial goals, including an incredible equalizer and a stoppage-time winner, contributed to his remarkable goal-a-game record in his initial 13 matches. At 20 years old, Bellingham placed 18th in the Ballon d’Or ranking before making history as the first English…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Lionel Messi, who secured his record-breaking eighth Ballon d’Or win in Paris, took a moment to express admiration for his fellow competitors, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. The Argentine superstar commended the two young talents, predicting their future success and highlighting Haaland’s exceptional performance with Manchester City during the 2022/23 season. In his acceptance speech, Messi shared his thoughts: “Haaland and Mbappe will win the Ballon d’Or one day. Erling deserved it very much too; he has won the Premier League and Champions League while being the top scorer in everything. READ ALSO: Messi…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – The investigation comes in response to allegations made by the New England Revolution that Kai Wagner, a defender for the Philadelphia Union, used a racial slur against their forward, Bobby Wood. The incident is said to have occurred during the final moments of the Union’s 3-1 playoff victory over the Revolution on Sunday night. Wood, who has a background of Japanese and African-American descent, was reportedly the target of the alleged slur, which was spoken in German by Wagner, who hails from Germany. Wagner, who is in the final year of his contract with…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Erling Haaland, Manchester City’s prolific striker, has given fans a glimpse of a new goal celebration following his Gerd Muller trophy win at the Ballon d’Or awards. The Gerd Muller trophy is awarded to the highest-scoring male player of the season, and Haaland received it for his impressive 56 goals during the 2022/23 season, split between Manchester City and the Norwegian national team. During the Ballon d’Or ceremony, which featured former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba as the host, Drogba asked the 23-year-old Haaland if he had plans for a new celebration after receiving the…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Lionel Messi won’t present his eighth Ballon d’Or at Parc des Princes, acknowledging his less-than-ideal time at PSG. Messi revealed that he doesn’t think PSG fans would want him to parade the Ballon d’Or after his stint in Paris didn’t meet his expectations. Despite enjoying life in the French capital with his family, Messi admitted that his time at Paris Saint-Germain from a sporting perspective didn’t go as planned. “At a press conference following the 2023 ceremony in Paris,” he stated, “I’m not sure the Parisians want me to present the Ballon d’Or at…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Instagram is continuously introducing new features to keep up with the dynamic social media landscape. Most recently, they tested a feature that presents a dedicated feed exclusively for posts from verified users. Now, Instagram is exploring a collaborative carousel post feature, enabling users to invite friends to contribute additional photos or videos to their feed posts after they’ve been published. Adam Mosseri, Instagram’s head, confirmed that the platform is in the testing phase for this feature but did not specify a release date. According to Mosseri, users can activate the ability for their followers…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Telegram has released a recent update, introducing a range of new features, including advanced reply options, customization of link previews, and personalized account colors. While some elements are exclusive to Telegram Premium users, these updates enhance the user experience and interaction within the messaging platform. One notable addition is the improved reply feature, allowing users to quote specific parts of a message, making responses more precise. To quote a message, simply tap (or hold on iOS) a message, select the desired text, and then choose “Quote.” Additionally, Telegram now permits users to reply to…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – In Inter Miami’s congratulatory video celebrating Lionel Messi’s historic 8th Ballon d’Or win, they featured the wrong trophy, causing some embarrassment for the MLS club. The trophy shown in the clip was the FIFA Ballon d’Or, which has not been used since 2015 when the Ballon d’Or and the FIFA World Player of the Year merged to become one award. READ ALSO: Lionel Messi Celebrates 8th Ballon d’Or Win With Family Despite the mistake, the video was a classy gesture of congratulations from Inter Miami to Messi, highlighting the significance of his achievement. To…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Lionel Messi’s record-breaking 8th Ballon d’Or win was a heartwarming family affair as he celebrated the prestigious accolade with his adoring wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their three sons, Ciro, Thiago, and Mateo. The event, held in Paris, saw Messi once again recognized as the world’s top football talent. While the camera captured the jubilant moment on stage, Messi’s family radiated pride and happiness as they joined him to share in this remarkable achievement. READ ALSO: Lionel Messi Praises Benzema’s Ballon d’Or Win Over the years, Messi has consistently proven his exceptional skills on the…