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Napoli’s Manager Rudi Gracia Set To Be Sacked

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12 months ago

November 15, 2023

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Following a run of underwhelming performances, Napoli manager Rudi Garcia is allegedly about to lose his job, leading the team to start negotiations with possible successors. Napoli’s performance under Garcia has declined, despite winning the Serie A title in the 2022–2023 season, raising questions about the coach’s future. The team’s ability to mount a credible title defence has been called into question due to their three losses in the first 12 games of the 2023–24 season, as opposed to just four losses in the previous campaign.

Napoli is actively looking for a new manager because they are unhappy with Garcia’s tenure. Poor performance and rumours of conflict between Garcia and important players, such as Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and the team that finished last season in the Serie A MVP Khvicha Kvaratskelia. Both players have publicly expressed discontent with the coach’s decisions.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Igor Tudor, a former Juventus defender, is being discussed by Napoli as a possible Garcia substitute. Salary, terms of the contract, and other relevant issues are being discussed. Furthermore, Fabio Cannavaro, a 2006 Ballon d’Or winner and former Juventus player, is reportedly also being considered for the managerial position, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Cannavaro is a native of Naples and has a history with the club, having progressed through the youth ranks before going on to have a great playing career. In 2022–2023 Benevento, a team in Serie B, was his last managerial position.

🚨🔵 Napoli have decided to proceed with Igor Tudor as fav candidate for head coach role. Talks will take place today in order to discuss contract, salary and more details.

Tudor will speak to president De Laurentiis in order to get it sealed. pic.twitter.com/456VLfmmp3

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 13, 2023

Serie A legend Igor Tudor was a defender for Juventus and Croatia. His managerial positions at Marseille and Hellas Verona have earned him recognition. The talks with Tudor are a clear indication of Napoli’s urgency to address the managerial situation and make a strategic move to revitalize the team’s performance.

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About Rudi Gracia

Due to a string of disappointing performances, French football manager Rudi Garcia has recently come under fire at Napoli, sparking rumours that he might be fired.

On February 20, 1964, Rudi Garcia was born in Nemours, France. He had a modest playing career as a midfielder for teams like Saint-Étienne, Lille, and Martigues. After his playing career, he went into coaching. During his time as manager of Lille OSC in Ligue 1, he rose to prominence by leading the team to a league and cup double in the 2010–2011 campaign.

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Garcia’s ability to assemble a cohesive and competitive team was a key factor in his success with Lille. Lille’s attacking play style and their capacity to overcome established powers made him a highly sought-after manager. Subsequent to his success at Lille, Garcia took over as the head coach of AS Roma in Serie A in 2013. His tenure at Roma saw mixed results, with some notable successes but also challenges in maintaining consistency.

Later, in 2019, Garcia became the head coach of Ligue 1 team Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon). He made it to the UEFA Champions League semifinals during his tenure at Lyon in the 2019–2020 campaign.

Garcia arrived at Napoli as the head coach through his managerial career. His job is in jeopardy due to the team’s subsequent decline and rumoured discord with key players, even though they won the Serie A title in the 2022–2023 season.

According to recent reports, Napoli is reportedly in discussions with possible Garcia replacements, a sign that the club may be thinking of firing the French manager in light of the team’s lacklustre play. Conflicts between Garcia and a number of important players, such as Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and Serie A MVP Khvicha last season, are said to have plagued Garcia’s tenure at Napoli.

As the situation unfolds, Garcia’s future at Napoli remains uncertain, and the discussions surrounding his potential replacement suggest a significant development in the managerial landscape of the club.

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Ayra Starr Opens For Coldplay In Sold-Out Stadium Concerts

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10 hours ago

November 5, 2024

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Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr is achieving new heights in her career as she joins the legendary band Coldplay on their Australian tour.

Currently, the Music of the Spheres 2024 World Tour has Coldplay headlining 11 dates across Australia and New Zealand.

First, Ayra Starr joins Zimbabwean singer Shone and Australian X Factor contestant Emmanuel Kelly as opening acts for the multi-award-winning group. Consequently, this opportunity allows her to perform in front of large international audiences.

Moreover, at their Coldplay concert at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, Ayra Starr energetically entertains thousands of fans. Specifically, she performs her hit single “Rush” and additionally thrills the audience with popular tracks from her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’.

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Her engaging stage presence and unique sound made an impression on Coldplay’s fans. Further marking yet another success for the Nigerian star, she continues to expand her global influence.

Adding to her impressive achievements, Ayra Starr features on Coldplay’s latest album, ‘Moon Music’. She collaborates with the band on the track “Good Feeling.”

This collaboration is particularly historic, as she becomes only the fourth woman to feature on a Coldplay track. Interestingly, she follows the likes of Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Selena Gomez, in the band’s nearly 30-year history.

Ayra Starr has enjoyed an exceptional 2024, which began with a historic Grammy nomination. Furthermore, this makes her the first Nigerian female lead artist to earn this recognition.

Her album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’, continued to build her commercial success with standout guest appearances from Nigerian stars Asake and Seyi Vibez, American R&B artists Giveon and Coco Jones, and Brazilian sensation Anitta.

Each collaboration has contributed to her global appeal, further establishing her as one of Africa’s top music exports.

Recently, Ayra Starr received nominations for the 2024 MTV EMAs in two categories—Best New Artist and Best Afrobeats.

As her global presence grows, she is set to represent Africa proudly at the awards show on November 10 in Manchester. This would mark another milestone in her remarkable journey.

MOVIES

Showmax To Screen “Princess On A Hill” At AFRIFF 2024

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12 hours ago

November 5, 2024

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In celebration of African storytelling, Showmax announces that its upcoming Nigerian Original drama, Princess on a Hill, will screen at the 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

Furthermore, the TV series brings a captivating story of ambition and corporate power struggles to the festival on its screening date.

Additionally, MultiChoice, Showmax’s parent company, will host a panel session titled “Crafting Local Content for Global Success,” which explores how African narratives can reach global audiences.

In this limited series, co-creators Abiola Sobo and Tolu Ajayi tell the story of Zara (Onyinye Odokoro), a young executive who enters a high-stakes corporate environment after winning a reality show.

Subsequently, she faces off against the fierce CEO, Moyosore Lawson (Bimbo Manuel). As a result, Zara must adapt to her new reality in the complex and cutthroat world of high-stakes business, where power struggles and ruthless competition dominate.

Moreover, the series showcases the complexities of power and ambition while demonstrating Showmax’s commitment to authentic African storytelling.

Meanwhile, MultiChoice will present an exclusive session at this year’s festival, focusing on “Crafting Local Content for Global Success.”

During this session, key industry players and stakeholders will lead discussions on Thursday morning, November 7, 2024. First, they will highlight local content’s importance in global entertainment.

Then, they will explore strategies to produce TV content that connects with diverse global audiences.

Above all, MultiChoice and Showmax actively support AFRIFF’s mission to elevate African filmmakers and create a global platform for African stories.

Finally, viewers can watch Princess on a Hill when it premieres on Showmax on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

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Bobrisky Released On Bail After Denying 15 Million Naira Bribery Allegations

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1 day ago

November 4, 2024

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently granted bail to Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, following his detention.

On Thursday night, Bobrisky was apprehended and removed from a KLM flight bound for Amsterdam at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport while attempting to travel to London.

Subsequently, Bobrisky took to social media to inform his followers about his arrest, claiming to have sustained injuries during the incident.

He posted, “Nigerians, help me, EFCC just arrested me. I’m badly injured.”

After his arrest, officials transported him to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja for questioning over alleged bribery claims involving the commission.

The allegations arose when social media critic Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, released a voice note reportedly featuring Bobrisky’s voice. In the recording, Bobrisky allegedly claimed he had bribed EFCC officials with N15 million to drop money laundering charges.

However, late on Friday, November 1, authorities processed Bobrisky’s bail, and he regained his freedom shortly after. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the release on Saturday but declined to provide additional information.

A source close to the case disclosed that Bobrisky denied all bribery allegations in his official statement. He also challenged the voice note’s authenticity, urging the individual who shared it to prove the claims.

According to the source, Bobrisky asserted that no EFCC official had solicited money from him and insisted he had not offered any bribe.

Through this statement, Bobrisky maintained his innocence, asserting that the bribery accusations were baseless. Meanwhile, the EFCC has yet to comment further on the case. This leaves questions about the voice note’s origins and the nature of the allegations still unresolved.