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‘Absurd Schedule’ And ‘Huge Risks’ – Premier League Coaches On impact of Covid

Assistant boss Pep Lijnders says it is “absurd” that Liverpool must play two games in four days given the Covid-19 cases and injuries at the club.
The Reds drew 2-2 at Spurs on Sunday and take on Leicester in the Carabao Cup quarter-final on Wednesday.
Premier League clubs chose to fulfil festive fixtures at a meeting on Monday despite a rise in Covid-19 cases.
Meanwhile, Chelsea’s Thomas Tuchel says he is having to take “huge risks” with his players’ fitness.
“We love the intensity but we all have to respect recovery,” said Lijnders.
He added: “We think it is absurd we have to play after 48 hours. It’s a much higher risk of injury.
“You’ll have to ask the teams why they want to play. With the Covid cases being this fresh, it’d make sense to have more time before the next game.”
Liverpool were missing a number of key players against Tottenham, with Virgil van Dijk, Fabinho and Thiago Alcantara among those absent following positive Covid tests, while captain Jordan Henderson had a cold.
Lijnders also said the Premier League should listen to the scientists and not club executives when making decisions about how to deal with the impact of Covid-19.
Premier League players and club staff returned a record 90 positive tests last week, with six out of last weekend’s 10 fixtures postponed.
It had been suggested that the Premier League’s gameweek 20, starting on 28 December, would be postponed in order to ease the pressure on squads.
But the clubs have instead been advised if they have 13 fit players, plus a goalkeeper, they should fulfil their games.
“For me the experts are not the managers, they are the scientists and the doctors,” said Lijnders.
“We should follow their guidelines. The Premier League should ask them, not the CEOs, not the managers, because health always comes position number one above everything.”
Playing Kante ‘close to irresponsible’ – Tuchel
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says playing N’Golo Kante against Wolves at the weekend “was close to irresponsible” after the midfielder returned from injury, but felt he had little choice given the lack of options.
Kante had not featured for the first team in a month but, with nine players out through injury and Covid-related illness, played the full game at Molineux.
Chelsea were only able to name four outfield substitutes and had a request to postpone the game rejected by the Premier League.
“N’Golo Kante played 90 minutes against Wolves which was close to irresponsible,” said Tuchel, who confirmed the player will be rested for Tuesday’s EFL Cup quarter-final against Brentford.
“We are taking huge risks and now we are paying for it as we simply can’t play five games in two weeks, or three games in one week, with so many players out.”
Tuchel added that a proposed two-week circuit break, suggested as a possible solution to stem the rise in cases, may not be effective, even it would benefit his side in the short term.
“Maybe it would just have delayed the problem No-one can say for sure that if we delay for 10 days that we don’t have the problem again in three weeks,” added the German.
“There are some clubs who suffer a lot, we suffer very much in the moment, which is why it may have been better for us to have a short break. But maybe then we would have played against another team who suffers in the very next moment.”
West Ham boss David Moyes confirmed there are “one or two” players and staff who have tested positive for Covid-19, but that most are “OK”.
The Hammers travel to Tottenham in the EFL Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday.
Brentford circuit breaker put them in a ‘fine place’
Brentford boss Thomas Frank says he now has no positive Covid cases in his squad.
Brentford’s past two matches, against Manchester United and Southampton, were called off because of the virus, but Wednesday’s EFL Cup meeting with Chelsea is scheduled to go ahead as planned.
Frank, who was the first Premier League boss to call for a break in the fixtures, said: “We’ll put 11 players out, that’s for sure.
“The [postponements] helped us break the circuit, so from six or seven cases Thursday, to Saturday we only had one, zero Monday and zero today. So we are definitely in a fine place.”
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itel Launches A300+: Most Affordable Duo-Screen Smartphone with a Rear Screen
itel, the technology empowerment brand for masses, officially unveiled its new product A300+, brand’s first interactive dual-screen smartphone in its price range. itel A300+ comes with a comprehensive set of features — a 7000mAh marathon battery, IP65 military-grade durability, and satellite communication capability, demonstrating that innovation and complete product strength can coexist at an accessible price point.

A First-of-Its-Kind Rear Screen Experience: Interactive Innovation for a New Generation
itel A300+ coming with an interactive rear display is a rare feature in this price category, designed to deliver a smart entertainment experience for young generations. Far from being a cosmetic gimmick, the rear screen provides practical functions built around real everyday scenarios. Users can frame selfies using the higher-quality rear camera with a live preview on the back screen, glance at incoming messages and alerts without waking the main display, and play, pause, or skip tracks directly from the rear screen. The rear display also supports customizable clocks, photos, and designs, giving users a personal window to express their individual style. Complementing the rear screen, the A300+ features a 6.78-inch immersive punch-hole main display, offering a cleaner, more expansive viewing experience for streaming, gaming, browsing, and social media.

Performance and Value in Balance: Delivering Fresh Technology Despite Industry Pressure
Even amid rising industry costs, itel has chosen to bring fresh technology to its products while continuously improving performance and keeping pricing accessible. The A300+ is powered by a 7000mAh marathon battery engineered for long-term reliability, supporting up to 1,200 charging cycles — far exceeding the industry standard, and designed to retain healthy capacity. AI Charging Protection intelligently manages charging patterns to reduce battery degradation, while Smart Power Management optimizes power consumption across apps and hardware to extend usage time between charges.

The device also features 300% ultra-volume DTS stereo speakers, delivering rich, room-filling sound for music, videos, FM radio, and everyday entertainment. Built to withstand daily life and beyond, the A300+ carries IP65 water and dust resistance certification and meets military-grade durability standards, resisting splashes, dust, and accidental drops. Notably, the A300+ includes satellite communication capability, ensuring users can still send basic messages via satellite when cellular networks are unavailable — a safety net in remote areas, during natural disasters, or in other critical situations, setting it apart in its price segment.

The A300+ is built on a clear product philosophy, rather than relying on a single headline feature, it combines its key strengths into one complete product story. The rear screen captures attention first, while battery life, durability, and practical usability make the overall value proposition convincing. With the A300+, itel once again demonstrates its commitment to using innovation to meet the needs and desire for novelty among young users in emerging markets.
The itel A300+ is available in two variants: the 64GB ROM and 128GB ROM and they are both available in all phone retail stores in Nigeria or via online store HERE
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DJ Robot ft TMP Offisial & Fateoftheyouth – “NDSM Deluxe” Mixtape

DJ ROBOT teams up with TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH for NDSM DELUXE, a new DJ mixtape that expands the world of NDSM — No Dey Stress Me into a bigger, more energetic listening experience.
Built around DJ ROBOT’s approach to sequencing, mixing, and controlling energy, NDSM DELUXE transforms the NDSM mindset into a full sonic journey. The mixtape explores nightlife, pressure, temptation, confidence, freedom, desire, and the decision to simply refuse to let life overwhelm you.
Bringing together DJ ROBOT’s DJ-driven vision with the creative energy of TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH, the deluxe edition adds new dimensions to the original NDSM message while maintaining its central philosophy: No Dey Stress Me.
Rather than simply extending the original project, NDSM DELUXE is designed as an experience — moving through different moods, rhythms, and moments while allowing each transition to contribute to the story.
For DJ ROBOT, the project represents an opportunity to communicate through energy as much as words.
“The original NDSM had more energy and stories to explore. I wanted to take the ‘No Dey Stress Me’ mindset beyond the song and turn it into a full DJ experience — something that captures nightlife, freedom, pressure, temptation, and the moments when you simply choose to enjoy yourself and live in the present.”
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N8TAN Announces ‘UPRISING EP’ — A Story of Rising From the Streets to the Top

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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