Rapper Dide is a Premier League Player: Does this Boot Sponsor Lyric Give Away his Identity?
Masked rapper and supposed Premier League footballer Dide has been getting a lot of attention over the last couple of weeks as everyone tries to work out who he is, but he might just have revealed his identity with a lyric from his latest freestyle track.
Which PL Player is Masked Rapper Dide?
Social media has been abuzz recently with talk of masked rapper Dide, who claims to be a Premier League footballer. So far he's released three songs on Youtube, full of references to other pros and the game itself. His accent suggests he's a London native, so along with analysis of his lyrics, visible tattoos and the shoot location of the videos, theories abound that the man behind the mask could be either Eddie Nketiah, Bukayo Saka, Sheyi Ojo, Alex Iwobi, Ashley Young, Jacob Ramsey, Tyrone Mings or Josh Dasilva.
Who is the rapper "DIDE"? I can’t lie I thought it was Eddie Nketiah but people online have done some serious detective work. 🧐
— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) April 22, 2023
His tattoos and his haircut seem to have outed him.
It’s Sheyi Ojo, current Cardiff player… 🎭 pic.twitter.com/CoheF5fwMY
Some serious internet sleuthing has been done to unveil Dide's real identity, and some fans seem to have found irrefutable evidence that he is in fact Sheyi Ojo. A diamond tattoo is visible on Dide's wrist in the music video for "Thrill", which matches the one Ojo has. That seems like pretty definitive proof, but in his own Youtube video descriptions, Dide is described as a Premier League footballer, and Ojo currently plays in the Championship with Cardiff City. Dide also released new freestyle track yesterday that makes references to his boot sponsor which contradict the theory that he is Sheyi Ojo.
"The sponsor come with sterling now I'm in Dubai with a brand new balance."
He claims to have a sponsor that pays him well here, and there are a couple of pretty obvious double entendres that make it clear who that sponsor is. The first is sterling, referring to the pound sterling, the currency used in England, as well as Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling. When he says "A brand new balance" he's talking about his very healthy bank balance, but it's also a reference to New Balance, who also sponsor Sterling. Ojo wears NB kits for Cardiff but doesn't have a personal deal with them. Two Premier League players who are sponsored by New Balance are Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace and Bukayo Saka of Arsenal.
Ojo, Nketiah, Eze or Saka?
Although the tattoo does strongly suggest that Sheyi Ojo is the mysterious rapper, that New Balance lyric wouldn't make any sense coming from him. It's highly unlikely that he would brag about his club's technical sponsor and insinuate that he himself is making money out of that arrangement. One possibility is that he could have included the line to throw people off the scent, although it would be quite unusual to name drop a brand that he has no affiliation to and refer to it as his sponsor. Could it be that he has a deal worked out with NB and an announcement will come when Dide's identity is revealed? That would be some shrewd marketing from New Balance.
The BBC spoke to an AI researcher who used voice analysis technology to figure out who Dide is, and his system came to the conclusion that there's an 80%-98% chance that it is Eddie Nketiah. The Gunners forward doesn't have a New Balance deal however, nor a diamond tattoo on his wrist. Sako was one of the first names to be suggested and Eze had been mentioned in certain corners of the internet and both would fit the bill as far as the NB lyric goes, but of course the tattoo doesn't add up for them either.
There are clues pointing to each of these players, as well as factors that rule each of them out of contention. Dide's true identity will come out at some stage, whether he reveals it himself or he gets exposed somehow, and we'd be very surprised if he turns out to someone other than one of these four players.
Who do you think is the man behind the mask? Comment below.
Ajax to Lose Ziggo as Main Shirt Sponsor
Dutch telecommunications company Ziggo has announced it will step down as the main shirt sponsor of Ajax following the conclusion of the 2026-27 season. This decision will bring an end to a long-standing partnership that first began in January 2015, marking a 12.5-year run on the front of the iconic Amsterdam kits.
VodafoneZiggo stated that the decision not to extend the current agreement stems from a strategic shift to focus on new brand initiatives and partnerships outside of football. The current deal, which is reportedly valued at around €10 million to €12 million per year, leaves a significant commercial spot to fill on the Ajax jersey.
Ajax is now actively searching for a replacement main sponsor to take over the front-of-shirt rights starting from the 2027-28 season. Fans will see the familiar Ziggo logo on the club's shirts for one final campaign before a new era begins for the Dutch giants.
Dynamo Dresden 26-27 Goalkeeper Kit Released
The new SG Dynamo Dresden goalkeeper kit for the 2026-27 season was officially unveiled today.
Manufactured by Jako, the shirt introduces a highly unique look for the German club's shot-stoppers. The Jako Dynamo Dresden 2026-27 goalkeeper shirt features a striking design in the club's traditional black, yellow, white, and maroon colors.
It serves as a direct homage to the Aufstiegsfischerhut, a promotion fisherman's hat, and incorporates various 90s cult design elements into a collage-like pattern across the front. The unconventional aesthetic of the kit has drawn mixed reactions from the fanbase. While some supporters appreciate the bold 90s-inspired uniqueness, others feel the busy pattern is somewhat overwhelming.
Chemnitzer FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
German Regionalliga Nordost club Chemnitzer FC has officially revealed their new 2026-27 away kit. Manufactured by Jako, the new Chemnitz shirt will be worn by the team during the upcoming season as they compete in Germany's fourth tier.
The Jako Chemnitzer FC 26-27 away shirt is built upon a dark navy blue base, which is elevated by a subtle, repeating textured stripe pattern woven directly into the front of the fabric.
To provide a striking and highly customized contrast against the dark background, all of the primary applications are executed in a vibrant sky blue. This includes a premium 3D silicone club crest, the Jako manufacturer branding, and the logos of all current sponsors, who agreed to alter their corporate colors to match the kit's cohesive aesthetic.
Subtle contrasting sky blue stripes on the collar and sleeve cuffs complete the clean design. The jersey also features the club's founding date, "15. Januar 1966," printed on the back of the neck as a nod to their history.
The new Chemnitzer FC 26-27 away kit is available to purchase soon for 74,95 Euro.
Partick Thistle 26-27 Home Kit Released
Scottish Championship club (second division) Partick Thistle have officially launched their new home kit for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Macron in partnership with KitKing, the new strip will be worn during the club's upcoming William Hill Championship campaign.
The Macron Partick Thistle 2026-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and yellow vertical stripes. Launched under the theme 'Red and yellow, forever and always', the design offers a classic and straightforward look.
Rüdiger Wears Unreleased Next-Gen Under Armour Magnetico 6 Boots at 2026 World Cup
During Germany's opening fixture, towering defender Antonio Rüdiger has been spotted wearing the unreleased sixth generation of the brand's flagship control boot: the Under Armour Magnetico 6. Story via abcdefutbol.
The Under Armour Magnetico 6 soccer cleats feature a striking metallic silver base. To provide a sharp contrast, the boot utilizes a solid black heel counter, collar, and lacing system. The standout design element is the iconic Under Armour logo on the heel, which is filled with a vibrant, bright pink.
The Magnetico 6 appears to retain the silo's focus on a flexible, form-fitting upper designed for close control and comfort.
What are your thoughts on this silver, black, and pink colorway for the upcoming Under Armour Magnetico 6 football boots? Let us know in the comments below.
Endrick Wears Unreleased New Balance Tekela Boots in 2026 World Cup Training
Brazil youngster Endrick has worn an unreleased teal and lime green colorway of the New Balance Tekela V5 football boots. On the heel is the Brazilian's signature logo.
South Korea Forced to Change Away Kit Font Color for 2026 World Cup
South Korea have been forced to change the nameset color on their 2026 away kit to comply with FIFA equipment regulations. The original light green names and numbers, which were worn during the team's pre-tournament friendlies, have been replaced with navy for the 2026 World Cup.
The change was made to increase the visibility of the names and numbers from a distance. The original light green color did not provide enough contrast against the light purple and white camouflage-style pattern of the Nike away shirt, violating FIFA's strict rules regarding the legibility of player identification.
The updated navy nameset was debuted in South Korea's second match of the tournament, providing a stark contrast to the shirt's base design and ensuring full compliance with FIFA's visibility standards.
CD Numancia 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Spanish club CD Numancia and their long-time technical sponsor Erreà have officially unveiled the club's new kits for the 2026-27 season. The launch celebrates a historic milestone, marking 20 years of uninterrupted partnership between the team and the Italian sportswear brand. To honor this two-decade collaboration, the new designs reinterpret the essence of the original kits from the 2006-07 season, when Erreà first began outfitting the Soria-based side.
The CD Numancia 2026-2027 home kit returns to the club's traditional deep red base with blue details, directly inspired by the 2006-07 template. It features a classic central shield placement, reviving a vintage aesthetic that defined the early days of the partnership. The away kit reverses this color scheme, utilizing a crisp white base with red and blue accents. Rounding out the set, the third kit introduces a clean black design with red and white elements that firmly connect to Numancia's identity.
Nike x G-Dragon South Korea 2026 World Cup Collection Debuted
In the recent match between South Korea and Mexico, the South Korean players wore special anthem jackets and pre-match shirt from a lifestyle collection created in collaboration with global star G-Dragon.
