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Real Madrid Boss Carlo Ancelotti Says The Football Calendar ‘Makes No Sense’ And ‘Has To Change’
Football’s busy fixture schedule must change to help protect players, says Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti.
World governing body Fifa is planning a new expanded Club World Cup but has been told it could harm domestic competitions.
European Leagues, which represents 40 leagues across the continent, says there is no room for the tournament.
“The calendar is a calendar that, we have said many times, objectively makes no sense,” Ancelotti said.
“It’s not a good path for football. Something has to change. There are too many games.”
‘We do not need endless growth’
Fifa first announced plans for an expanded 32-team Club World Cup in December.
It is set to feature 12 European clubs, including the last two Champions League winners Chelsea and Real Madrid, with the first tournament scheduled for June 2025.
European Leagues director Claus Thomsen says Fifa should reconsider and focus its growth plans outside Europe.
“The world does not need more club competitions in the international match calendar,” he said at the European Leagues General Assembly in Prague. “It is detrimental because there is no room. It’s not good for the players.
“What I think Fifa should seriously consider is how to invest in development outside Europe. I think that would be fantastic.
“We need to make everything sustainable. We do not need endless growth. We need sustainability and to protect the culture and the communities around football.”
‘They don’t consider the players’
In November, the players’ union Fifpro warned players are being “pushed past acceptable limits” by a “saturated” schedule to allow for a mid-season World Cup.
Report findings highlighted how reduced preparation and recovery periods before and after the World Cup posed a threat to player health and could hinder performance.
Meanwhile, Ancelotti’s Real host Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final on 9 May, three days after their Copa del Rey final against Osasuna.
Criticising the calendar planning by the sport’s authorities, Ancelotti added: “La Liga are thinking about themselves, the [Spanish football] federation are thinking about themselves, Uefa are thinking about themselves, Fifa are thinking about themselves, and they don’t consider the players.”
For the second season in a row, City and Real have been drawn against each other in the Champions League semi-finals.
City will return to the Bernabeu for the first leg to seek revenge for last year’s 6-5 aggregate defeat by Ancelotti’s side, who went on to beat Liverpool in the final.
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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