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Popular bodybuilder and YouTuber Kali Muscle, whose real name is Chuck Kirkendall, suffered a health scare on Saturday, January 17, after collapsing while working out at a gym in California. Entertainment center According to his ex-wife, Dvyne Dirkendall, Kali passed out during exercise and was rushed to hospital for treatment. She told TMZ she does not yet know the cause of the incident or his current condition, but noted that he previously suffered a heart attack and underwent a procedure to insert a stent to restore blood flow. Kali has built a large online following over more than 15 years on YouTube, where he has nearly four million subscribers, and also has a strong presence on Instagram and TikTok. In addition to fitness content, he works as a personal trainer and r...

Former NBA player Lamar Odom has been arrested in Las Vegas for driving under the influence, TMZ has learned. Entertainment center Odom was pulled over early Saturday morning and subsequently booked for DUI. Authorities say the incident remains under investigation. He was also cited for two traffic violations, including driving more than 41 miles per hour over the speed limit and improper lane change/failure to maintain lane. As of the time of publication, Odom still appeared to be in custody. Odom, who has publicly documented past struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, was previously arrested for DUI in 2013. In 2015, he nearly died of an overdose, prompting his then-wife Khloé Kardashian to rush to his side during his recovery. Their relationship ended after Odom relapsed...

Former Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has played down reports linking him with a return to the Spanish giants as a potential replacement for current manager Alvaro Arbeloa. The Portuguese tactician, who is presently in charge of Benfica after taking over earlier this season, addressed the rumours following his team’s Liga Portugal victory over Rio Ave on Saturday night. Mourinho dismissed the speculation as baseless, urging the media to stop dragging him into what he described as fabricated storylines. “Real Madrid? Stop involving me in your ‘soap opera,’” he said, according to @MadridXtra on X, as quoted by Sportskeeda. Benfica’s win ended a three-match winless run, coming on the same day Arbeloa’s Real Madrid side secured a 2–0 victory over Levante. Mourinho previously ma...

Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has expressed confidence that Anthony Joshua will return to the boxing ring following the tragic death of two of his close friends in a car crash. The British-Nigerian boxer lost Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami—both close friends and key members of his team—after a crash last month in Nigeria. Joshua was a passenger in a black Lexus that collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Makun. Usyk, who defeated Joshua in their 2021 and 2022 bouts, revealed that he has spoken with his former rival since the incident and believes retirement is not on Joshua’s mind. “I’ve already spoken with him,” Usyk told Ready to Fight. “I heard a desire to continue in his voice—for the friends he lost and for the life God allowed him to keep.” ...

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has expressed pride in his players despite their defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the AFCON 2025 third-place match. The Pharaohs were beaten 4–2 on penalties after regulation time ended goalless, leaving them without a medal at the tournament. Although Egypt fought valiantly, they struggled to create clear chances against Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. Defensively, the North Africans remained solid for most of the contest, successfully containing Nigeria’s attacking threats. However, captain Mohamed Salah and Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush both missed their spot-kicks during the shootout. Reacting after the game, Hassan praised his team’s effort and attitude. “I am very pleased with my players’ performance and proud of their dedica...

Stanley Nwabali emerged as Nigeria’s hero as the Super Eagles defeated Egypt on penalties to claim the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). After 120 goalless minutes filled with near misses and VAR controversies, it was Nwabali’s composure in the shootout that made the difference. The goalkeeper produced two crucial saves, securing a hard-fought victory and a podium finish for Nigeria. The third-place clash was highly competitive, with both teams playing intensely in front of 38,113 fans, creating an electric atmosphere. Nigeria seemed to take the lead in the first half when Akor Adams headed home a close-range effort, but VAR ruled it out for a foul, leaving the Super Eagles frustrated. The second half mirrored the first, with Nigeria controlling possession at...

Egypt vs Nigeria official line-ups confirmed for AFCON 2025 third-place match Egypt and Nigeria have confirmed their selections for the AFCON 2025 third place play off at Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca on Saturday 17 January. Nigeria will be without Victor Osimhen in their starting lineup for today’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) third-place playoff against Egypt, as the Super Eagles wrap up their tournament campaign. Calvin Bassey is also unavailable after receiving a suspension for his second yellow card of the knockout stages during Nigeria’s penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the semi-finals. As a result, Igoh Ogbu has been selected ahead of Chidozie Awaziem to partner Semi Ajayi in central defence. Osimhen, meanwhile, has been named among the substitutes after...

The Senegalese national team have raised concerns over security, ticketing, accommodation, and training arrangements ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.  The Teranga Lions will compete in the AFCON 2025 final after defeating Egypt in Wednesday’s semi-final. In a statement released Saturday, January 17,  by the Secretariat of the Senegalese federation to CAF and the public, the team said it was compelled to speak out “for the sake of transparency and defence of the interests of the Senegal national team,” citing “several malfunctions” that were observed during preparations for the final. The federation pointed to what it described as significant lapses in security upon arrival in Morocco. “The FSF deplores the clear absence of adequate safety device when the Se...

Igoh Ogbu is set to step into Nigeria’s defence for the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) third-place playoff against Egypt following Calvin Bassey’s suspension. The Slavia Prague centre-back is expected to replace Bassey, who will miss the match after receiving his second yellow card of the knockout rounds during Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco on Wednesday. Ogbu previously featured in Nigeria’s final group-stage match against Uganda and made a late appearance in the quarter-final victory over Algeria. Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle is likely to make adjustments to his squad as Nigeria aims to end the tournament on a high note. The clash against the Pharaohs is scheduled for a 5:00 p.m. kick-off at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca. While confirming Bassey’...