Pistis

Football Journalist✍️

[CentreGoals. @centregoals]

💔✉️ The gutwrenching letter Yan Diomande wrote to his late sister:

"Dear Roxane,

"Remember when somebody bought me a fake United jersey, and I wrote Ronaldo 7 on the back with the black marker?

"We didn’t know rich or poor. We just knew happiness.

"Remember 25 people sleeping in one house back in Abidjan? Mum wanted to watch her soap operas. Everyone else wanted to watch movies. Remember how I always used to fake like I was asleep and then go into the TV room after midnight? I’d put the TV on real low. Just like 2 volume bars. I’d watch football in the dark and dream.

"Remember when the adults saw me playing football in the dirt and nicknamed me “Roberto Carlos” because of how hard I would shoot? And remember how I was secretly so mad about it, because CR7 was my idol?

"Remember when I went to play so far from home? I was 9 years old. Inter Foot Sud Comoé, all the way near the Ghana border. Just a little boy on his own. I don’t know if I ever told you this story, but me and the other kids used to go into the village and steal potatoes because we were so hungry. We did a “bank heist.” Two kids distracting the shop owner, and 18 other kids running out with two potatoes. They weren’t even good. But they tasted amazing. Hahahah. It’s still my favorite thing to eat. Boiled potatoes with some oil. It reminds me of those times.

"Remember when I got my first real football boots, and I used to sleep with them? Growing up, I always played in those white plastic sandals. Even when I go back home now, I still play in them. It’s our tradition.

"Remember when I would come back home, and you would tell my friends from the neighborhood, “Why did you stop training? Yan is not going to buy you cars. You have to keep working.

"You were 10 years old, and already my agent.

"Remember how we used to sit and dream about moving to France? How we were going to go shopping and get our own apartment and I was going to be a rich footballer with cars and a big house, and you wouldn’t have to worry about nothing. You were the one who always believed that I could be the next Cristiano, when everybody else laughed.

"Remember when I moved to America for high school at 15, and I was so homesick? I didn’t know what anybody was saying for months. They sat me next to a French kid, and he tried to translate everything the teacher was saying. Remember when I called you, saying, “You won’t believe it, the kids here argue with teachers.

"Back home, you know we wouldn’t even dare to blink at our elders.

"Remember when I couldn’t believe the kids were smoking after school? You used to say it sounded like I was in an American TV show.

"Remember when they took me on trial at Bournemouth? At Chelsea, Rangers, Olympiacos, Crystal Palace? Eze and Olise even came up to me after one training and said, “Yo kid, you’re really good.”

"But they still didn’t sign me.

"Even the B teams in the MLS didn’t want me. I didn’t even know why. They never gave me a reason. The adults handled everything. They just kept taking me all around Europe, and everybody kept saying no.

"My visa was up. My dream was over. They sent me back to Africa, and we cried together.

"You were the one who never stopped believing. A few weeks later, I signed for Leganés and we cried different tears.

"That was back when I used to have emotions. Now, I don’t feel anything. It’s like I’m not even human. Since you died, I’m just blank.

"I don’t even think I shed a tear the day they told me that you were gone. I was just in shock.

"It was a few weeks after I made my debut for Leganés. Who makes their debut at 18 against Real Madrid? It was too crazy. It was a dream.

"And then it was a nightmare. Someone kept calling me from back home. I was annoyed. I didn’t understand why they kept calling me.

"I picked up, and they didn’t even soften it. You know how it is back home. No emotions. Just...

“Your sister is gone.”
“What?”
“She died.”
“What are you talking about?”
“Somebody put something in her drink at a party, and she never woke up. She is gone.”

"You were 15.

"15.

"I never got any answers. I don’t know if I want to know why. Maybe it was jealousy. Maybe it’s just something that happens in our country. Maybe I could have protected you. I don’t know.

"I try to trust God’s plan. It’s all I can do. I don’t try to forget, because I know I won’t forget. All I can do is use the pain to work harder, and to do everything we dreamed about.

"I wrote this because I can’t speak about it. I wrote this because I want you to know that I will make sure that you live on. I will make sure that everybody knows your name. The whole world.

"Everything I do on a football pitch, it’s for you.

"So much has happened since I last saw you…… You would not even believe it. I don’t know if I believe it.

"You know what’s crazy? After my debut against Madrid, I actually swapped shirts with Mbappé. Remember when we used to watch him on TV, and you’d say, 'Mbappé? Yeah, he’s good. But my brother is better.'

"I was wrong about one thing. I don’t want to be rich. I see what it does to people, even to family. When I was at Leganés, everything I was earning, I was sending home. It got to the point where I didn’t even want money anymore. It was just a burden. They never stopped asking. I guess they thought I was a millionaire already. I didn’t even have an apartment. I was living at the training ground in a room with no TV. Just football and sleep, football and sleep.

"I didn’t want a big house. I didn’t want cars. I just wanted to put everything into football. Everything to show the world that my sister was right...

"Ha…. you will think this is funny. When I moved to play at RB Leipzig, I was always late. Well, not late. But I was on time, which in Germany means you’re very late.

"So you already know what I did next. I started arriving 90 minutes early to everything. I was so early all the time that the guys started calling me 'The German.'

"I always have to overdo everything. I have zero chill. You always said that.

"The pitch is the only place that I feel at home anymore. It’s the place where I feel calm, and I can speak to you. I just wish you were still here so I could tell you….. We did it.

"Everything you said came true.

"We’re leaving for the World Cup tomorrow. For real. Your brother is going to play for Côte d'Ivoire, like Drogba, like Yaya, like Gervinho.

"I don’t even look at it like a game. I look at it like a stage. This is my chance to show the whole world what you saw in me. Every time I score, I’ll make sure everybody knows your name. I’ll make sure they don’t forget you.

"You always said that I could be better than Cristiano. If I see him there, I’ll tell him hello for you.

"I’m going to do what you predicted, I swear. Before I even had real boots, you were telling everybody, 'My brother is going to be the greatest in the world.'

"I will prove that you were right, or I will die trying...

Your brother,

Yan."

[Pistis @Pistis009]

Leo Trossard regen?

(LW, SS, RW): an even better, younger version of Trossard. 😮‍💨

[David Ornstein @David_Ornstein]

🚨 Arsenal exploring deal to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge. 24yo left-sided winger expected to be gettable for ~€40m. Move for Greece international does not impact #AFC interest in Morgan Rogers or other options to strengthen attack @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/lBe1BINfU2

[Real Madrid C.F. @realmadrid]

👋 ¡Bienvenido, Mourinho! 👋

[The Football Era @Footballera0]

£120m for Elliot Anderson is absolute insanity.

Genuinely, we need a transfer market rest right now, this madness can’t continue any longer.

[Pistis @Pistis009]

The transfer market is fucked.

[David Ornstein @David_Ornstein]

🚨 Manchester City verbal proposal to Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson was worth £106m + add-ons, taking it above £120m. #NFFC want British record fee guaranteed, not after bonuses. No fresh talks with #MCFC over 23yo England midfielder @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/DdanEQcqnz

[The Football Era @Footballera0]

Gyokeres’ free-kick catalogue is absolutely insane. He scored 4 of his last 14 attempts.

Look at the ball-striking technique, the pace, and the power he generates on the ball.

He needs to take more free-kicks for Arsenal next season.

[Pistis @Pistis009]

Champions of England. ❤️

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@pry_loc @fredrickola044 Sporty 😂

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@fredrickola044 😤❤️

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I love Arsenal forever! 🏆🥺❤️

[Arsenal Hive 🔴⚪️ @Afc_Sakzi]

I think this is the best ever Arsenal edit
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[CentreGoals. @centregoals]

Premier League clubs aren’t rich by accident.

Broadcast money carries everyone. Commercial deals separate the elite. Matchday? Smaller than you think.

Why some clubs hit £700M+ while others struggle — full breakdown of the league’s real money model 👇

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@PoojaMedia Focus on the football you know na😂 you're not spot on at all about this!

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@TouchlineX 😂

[Premier League Panel @PremLeaguePanel]

3 *legendary level* seasons in 2017/18, 2021/22 & 2024/25 with 5 other world class seasons in between.His 2024/25 season was the best ever season from a PL attacker. He came as a lightning quick winger then became an all-round creative & goalscoring monster. Mo Salah = greatness.

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@dennizzer_k Hi

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨 Pep Guardiola: “Arsenal are the best team in the WORLD right now”. 🏅

“We will try to have a chance to catch them”.

@BeanymanSports 🎥

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TO WHOM IT MAY IT CONCERN, 10 Japa options to consider in 2026.

2026 is here, so what are your Japa plans. Incase you have no clue, here are some options to consider.

Here we go.

1. Scholarships: There are more than 130 open fully paid scholarship available for 2026. If you don't have funds, and you have a good grade (2.1 and First Class), what are you waiting for?

2. Visit visa to Seasonal Employer Work Visa: this is specific to New Zealand. New Zealand is one Top A country that allows you to convert your visit visa to other visa types that enable you to work. Don't sleep on it.

3. Internships: There are more than 95 fully funded internships currently available for 2026. Don't let this one pass you by. It is to top countries like Belgium, Switzerland, Italy etc.

4. 10 million study abroad options: With 10 million there are several countries you can Japa to in 2026, provided you have your PoF sorted. From Schengen countries to several in Asia including South Korea and Japan.

5. Direct Work Visa via Job search: Job search is the best way to Japa. It is the most tasking yet very rewarding. There are a number of countries including New Zealand, Australia and the likes that allow Job search pathway. Use it to your advantage.

6. 2 years Japa to re-Japa Top C countries: You should consider this if you don't lots of money and you are alright working in Gulf countries for at least 2 years on a work visa to Japa to a Top country. Not the most ideal but it is one of the options.

7. Study route: There are several countries that will always be appealing for study route. This include New Zealand, Canada, Australia, Ireland and a number of Schengen countries. The major caveat is that you must have your finances set. The UK is still a good option if you don't mind the immigration changes set to roll out shortly.

8. Permanent Residency option: Many Top A countries are still giving PR albeit in tighter conditions. If you are in Health or in any of the in-demand occupations, seek PR in Canada, New Zealand, Australia and in other Top A countries. Start early.

9. Exceptional Talent Visas/Innovation Visa: Many qualify for this based on their experience and qualifications but they are oblivious of its working. Don't sleep on this ik 2026.

10. Fully paid Conference option: For many seeking to Japa for the first time in their life and for free, aim for fully funded conferences this year. It will open for students and graduates including participants. I will post lots of it on my wall this year.

I will post part 2 in another post.

2026 is our YEAR. keep a tab on this page!!!!!!!

[Great IFE @TheGreatestIFE]

LIST OF OBAS IN OSUN STATE & THEIR HOME TITLES

Ile Ife - Ọọni
Ileṣa - Ọwa Obokun
Ila - Ọrangun
Osogbo - Ataọja
Ede - Timi
Iwo - Oluwo
Ejigbo - Ogiyan
Iragbiji - Aragbiji
Oba - Ọlọba
Ikire - Akire
Imesi ile - Ọwa ooye
Ife odan - Adimula
Ipetumodu - Apetumodu
Iloko - Aloko
Modakeke - Ogunṣuwa
Ikirun - Akirun
Ilobu - Olobu
Orile owu - Olowu
Erin Ijesha - Akinla
Apomu - Alapọmu
Esa oke - Ọwa omiran
Iree - Aree
Ile ogbo - Olu
Ijebujesha - Elegboro
Ọtan ile - Ọlọtan
Ifewara - Olufewara (Adimula)
Ifon - Olufon
Okuku - Olokuku
Masifa - Ọlaaresa
Ijabe - Onijabe
Ekosin - Akosin
Igbajo - Ọwa
Edunabon - Salu
Kuta - Olowu
Iragberi - Aragberi
Ifetedo - Olubosin
Iresi - Ọlọja
Ora igbomina - Asaoni, Akesin
Ogbaagba - Agbowu
Okua - Olokua
Eko ende - Ẹlẹndẹ
Ada - Ọlọna
Ipetu Ijesha - Ajalaye
Ikeji ile - Arakeji
Ayepe olode - Olu
Gbongan - Olufi
Oshu - Oloṣu
Otan ayegbaju - Ọwa
Oke ila - Ọrangun
Ikoyi - Olukoyi
Ibokun - Ọwa
Okinni - Ọlọkinni
Inisa - Oluniṣa
Ode omu - Alayegun
Iperindo - Tirimi
Oyan - Ọlọyan
Sekona - Olu
Ibodi - Ọlọja