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England U21s Out of Euros As Romania Win Thrilling Group Game

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George Puscas was one of nine full Romania internationals in their starting line-up

England Under-21s were knocked out of the European Championships after losing a six-goal thriller against Romania in Cesena, with all the goals coming in an 18-minute period at the end of the game.

George Puscas opened the scoring for Romania after Jonjoe Kenny had conceded a penalty to kick-start the crazy conclusion to the match.

Demarai Gray’s 18-yard strike brought England level but Ianis Hagi immediately restored Romania’s lead, only for Tammy Abraham to equalise two minutes later.

However, with Aidy Boothroyd’s side chasing a win, and only the group winners guaranteed to advance from Group C, Florinel Coman twice scored from distance late on, helped by a mistake by goalkeeper Dean Henderson for the first.

France’s 1-0 victory over Croatia in the other Group C game later on Friday ensured England – pointless after two games – cannot progress.

England’s hopes extinguished by errors

After reaching the semi-finals of this competition in 2017, England had arrived in Italy hoping to take the next step after an unbeaten qualification campaign.

But their exit came amid a catalogue of errors as they lost both their first two games.

Hamza Choudhury’s sending off coupled with Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s injury time own goal against France set the tone. And that continued on the east coast of Italy against Romania.

While Boothroyd made five changes to the side that lost to France, his tinkering had a limited impact against an incisive Romanian outfit.

Despite fielding 10 outfield players from just three clubs – Chelsea, Leicester and Everton – England lacked fluency and familiarity, and Romania carved them open repeatedly in the opening stages.

Goalkeeper Henderson brilliantly palmed efforts from Andrei Ivan and Dennis Man to safety and saved Hagi’s left-footed strike from distance with his feet.

Kenny, brought in to replace Wan-Bissaka after his error-strewn display against France, fared little better.

The Everton full-back was caught out of position as Ivan drilled a shot against the foot of the England post during the first period and it was his rash challenge on Coman that allowed Romania to go ahead.

Fikayo Tomori’s snatched clearance teed-up Hagi, son of Romania legend Gheorghe, for Romania’s second.

And Henderson then allowed Coman’s 20-yard drive through his hands and body at his near post to compound a dreadful evening for England, before Coman capped proceedings with a looping drive past the helpless keeper in injury time.

What’s next?

England face Croatia in their final Group C game on Monday in San Marino at 20:00 BST.

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Druppythekid Set to release New Two-Track Pack

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Nigerian emerging artist Druppythekid is set to release his new two-track pack, No Love and LA LA LA (Serenade), on November 13, 2026, delivering a message of ambition, self-belief, and defiance in the face of criticism.

Originally from Kwara State and based in Lagos, Druppythekid developed a love for rap, hip-hop, and pop music as a teenager. Introduced to poetry in high school, he found a natural connection between words and rap, eventually joining a rap group before exploring music production at university. After graduation, he began rapping over his own beats, turning his passion into a growing musical pursuit.

On “No Love,” Druppythekid speaks to the determination required to chase dreams despite doubt and opposition. “LA LA LA (Serenade)” takes a more unapologetic approach, dismissing the opinions of those who never believed in him.

Together, the two records reflect one central message: keep pursuing your vision and never let the opinions of others define your journey.

No Love and LA LA LA (Serenade) arrive on major digital streaming platforms on November 13, 2026.

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Who Is Chinwe Zoe? The Nigerian Gospel Singer Behind “Undeniable

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Chinwe Zoe, a Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter, began recording music in December 2025 after years of singing in church and at home. Less than a year later, she has released three singles, including “Chinwendum”, featuring gospel singer Frank Edwards, “Undeniable” and “Jesus Don Win”, her October 2026 release produced by Masterkraft.

For Zoe, the decision to record was connected to a personal experience that changed how she viewed her life and faith. She has described it as a near-death experience that left her with a renewed sense of gratitude. “In that moment, when I thought it was over, God showed me mercy,” she said. “He gave me victory. And that victory was too loud to keep inside.”

Her debut, “Chinwendum”, was released in December 2025 with Frank Edwards featured on the record. She followed it with “Undeniable” on May 7, 2026. The song’s official video has recorded more than 460,000 views on YouTube. In October, she released “Jesus Don Win”, produced by Masterkraft, with a video directed by Avalon Okpe.

Zoe’s approach to songwriting draws on personal experiences and scripture. She has said that she does not begin the process by searching for a melody, but by waiting for a message that she can develop into a song. She describes a process in which an experience or scripture stays with her until it takes musical form. The melody follows, and she hums it before committing anything to writing.

Her guiding principle is that a gospel song should be accessible to listeners while remaining suitable for congregational worship. “It should be simple enough for a child to sing and strong enough for a choir to carry,” she said.

Zoe has identified CeCe Winans, Nathaniel Bassey and Dunsin Oyekan among the musicians whose work has influenced her. She sings in English and Igbo, and occasionally in Pidgin, drawing on the worship tradition in her musical expression.

“Every song I sing comes from a place I have lived,” she said. “My pain taught me how to worship, my joy taught me how to praise.”

Her music has also begun attracting an online audience. Her YouTube channel has recorded more than 627,000 views across nine videos, while her Spotify monthly listeners have been reported at approximately 6,500. Her Audiomack profile is verified. Zoe records under her own imprint, H2 Records, with distribution through ONErpm. She made her first public performance at the 2026 Annual Virtuous Women Network conference in Enugu, where she performed “Undeniable”.

Outside music, she has spoken about her interest in soul winning and described it as connected to her musical work. She has also said that she wants her songs to encourage listeners facing difficult circumstances. “I want my songs to shift mindsets from worry to worship,” she said. “Whenever anxiety comes, whenever life tries to make you feel small, I want you to hear my sound in your spirit and declare victory over your life.”

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N8TAN Announces ‘UPRISING EP’ — A Story of Rising From the Streets to the Top

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Nigerian artist N8TAN is set to unveil his highly anticipated ‘UPRISING EP’, a body of work that chronicles his journey from the streets to the heights of his musical ambition.

Built around themes of struggle, resilience, ambition, survival, and triumph, UPRISING captures the realities of an artist determined to turn adversity into momentum. The project reflects N8TAN’s experiences, the challenges that shaped him, and the relentless drive that continues to push him forward.

More than a collection of songs, UPRISING is presented as a story of transformation—from navigating the streets and confronting uncertainty to finding purpose, embracing growth, and rising toward the top.

With its blend of raw storytelling, infectious energy, and personal perspective, the EP offers listeners an intimate look into N8TAN’s world while reinforcing his determination to carve out his own place in the music industry.

‘UPRISING EP’ is a statement of elevation: a reminder that where you start does not have to determine where you finish.

As N8TAN continues to build his musical identity, UPRISING marks another significant chapter in his journey—and an invitation for listeners to rise with him.

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