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Fulham Boss Marco Silva Condemns Match Officials As Erling Haaland Says He Would Also Be ‘Fuming’
Fulham boss Marco Silva condemned the match officials for allowing Manchester City’s second goal in their 5-1 loss at the Eithad as Erling Haaland admitted he would also have been “fuming” at the decision.
Referee Michael Oliver and VAR Tony Harrington decided that an offside Manuel Akanji had not interfered with play when Nathan Ake’s header bounced past him and into the net to put City back ahead just before half-time in what had been a closely-fought Premier League contest.
Fulham subsided in the second period at the Etihad Stadium but Silva evidently felt the turning point was Ake’s goal.
“Everyone that plays football and has some knowledge of the game would be 100% sure [the VAR] has to disallow the goal,” he said.
“The more times you see that, the more you know it has to be disallowed.
“The player pulled away from the line of the ball and into the direction of goal. It is a clear offside. It is impossible for the VAR not to see it.”
Fulham keeper Bernd Leno led the on-pitch protests and TV replays indicated he didn’t start to move to make a save until the ball passed Akanji.
“It was offside,” admitted Haaland in an interview with beIN SPORTS after full-time. “I feel bad for them – I would be fuming after this as well. It must be a horrible feeling.”
The only minor consolation for Silva was that he avoided a fourth yellow card in four games, even though he spent a sustained period unloading his views on fourth official Michael Salisbury as the opening half drew to a close.
Silva’s Palhinha problem
City’s second goal is not the only problem Silva has to contend with this weekend. He also has to work out the best way to reintegrate star man Palhinha into his squad.
The Portuguese thought he was going to complete a dream move to Bayern Munich on Friday.
The 28-year-old travelled to Germany, completed his medical, posed for pictures in the famous Bayern shirt and gave an in-house interview, only to be told Fulham’s inability to secure a replacement meant the deal had to be scrapped.
“It was a tough day for him, one of the toughest days of his life,” said Silva.
“He loves to be with us but that was a big chance to go to one of the biggest clubs in the world. Nobody can tell what he is feeling right now.
“He is going to need all the support from our fans and his team-mates.”
Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits? 😂🎶
Nigerian comedian and content creator Josh2Funny has taken his comedy game into music, and Nigerians are definitely having something to say about it.
The comedian released his 15-track album, “On Behalf of Josh,” on July 10, 2026, but instead of fading away after release, the project has continued to generate conversations on X.
And the big question now is:
Should Josh2Funny continue with music or go back to skits? 😂
Fans have been divided. While some listeners openly criticized the album and told him to return to comedy, others found songs they genuinely enjoyed.
One X user joked:
“Josh2Funny stopped doing skits and started music, Everybody wan chop this music money 😂”
Another simply said:
“This Josh2Funny Album no enter make he just go back skit abeg 😂”
But then came “Lembe.” 🔥
The track caught fire on X and eventually became a trending topic in Nigeria. The #LembeChallenge also gained momentum as creators began jumping on the song.
Josh2Funny later announced ₦1 million for winners of the challenge, giving the song another major push.
And it didn’t stop there.
‘INTERNATIONAL’ FT. ICE PRINCE ALSO TRENDED
On another day, “International” featuring Ice Prince generated its own buzz on X.
One fan even called it their favourite song from the album, while praising the collaboration. The post itself pulled thousands of views, showing that people weren’t only talking about Lembe.
From album criticism to trending songs and challenges, “On Behalf of Josh” has kept Josh2Funny’s name in the conversation.
Whether you love the album or think he should return to skits, one thing is clear:
Josh2Funny has succeeded in getting Nigerians talking. 😂🔥
So, let’s settle this once and for all:
Should Josh2Funny continue with MUSIC 🎶 or return to SKITS 😂?
Music or Skits? Drop your answer! 👇
East Ham, East London — 8 August 2026: The vibrant Igbo community in the UK came together for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, culture and social connection at Igbotic Game Night, one of the biggest social gatherings celebrating the Igbo community in the United Kingdom.
Among the night’s standout moments was an electrifying performance by Afrobeats artist Obeena, who took the stage and immediately captured the attention of the crowd.
Obeena delivered performances of two of his hit songs, “Wara Wara” and “Banging,” bringing his energetic sound and distinctive stage presence to the event. From the opening moments of his set, fans responded with excitement, singing along, dancing and enthusiastically supporting the artist.
His performance of “Wara Wara” created an instant connection with the audience, while “Banging” took the energy to another level. Obeena’s ability to engage the crowd transformed his set into one of the most memorable entertainment moments of the evening.
Held in East Ham, East London, on 8 August 2026, Igbotic Game Night provided a unique platform for members of the Igbo community to celebrate their heritage while enjoying music, games and social interaction. Events such as this continue to play an important role in bringing together Nigerians and the wider African diaspora in the UK.
For Obeena, the performance was another opportunity to showcase his growing artistry and connect directly with fans. His energetic delivery, stage confidence and ability to command the audience demonstrated why his live performances continue to attract attention.
By the end of his set, Obeena had left the crowd amazed and added another memorable chapter to his journey as an Afrobeats artist. His appearance at Igbotic Game Night was not simply a performance—it was a celebration of Nigerian music, culture and community.
With performances like this, Obeena continues to demonstrate his ambition to take his sound beyond the studio and onto major stages, connecting with audiences through music, energy and an unmistakable African identity.
Igbotic Game Night brought the Igbo community together. Obeena gave them a performance to remember.
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