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Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Racoon(op): 12:14pm On May 20

VIDEO: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Apologises to Arsenal Fans

The brouhaha between Pastor Dolapo Lawal of Zoe Household Global Church and Arsenal football fans has been one of the most hilariously intense social media clashes recently, blending the fierce passion of Nigerian football… pic.twitter.com/7cMvr6OJ3P
— LEADERSHIP NEWS (@LeadershipNGA) May 20, 2026

‎The brouhaha between Pastor Dolapo Lawal of Zoe Household Global Church and Arsenal football fans has been one of the most hilariously intense social media clashes recently, blending the fierce passion of Nigerian football banter with the pulpit.
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‎In April 2026, a video of Pastor Dolapo speaking during a church message went viral. In the clip, he dropped a football analysis wrapped in a spiritual context, boldly stating that Arsenal would not win the English Premier League title this season.
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‎Given how close the title race was, Arsenal’s massive and highly sensitive Nigerian fanbase did not take the comments lightly.
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‎Arsenal fans heavily dragged the pastor across X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Facebook. The banter got so intense that Pastor Dolapo had to release a follow-up video to defend himself and address the relentless social media attacks.
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‎In a funny twist, he openly confessed his bias; he is actually a Manchester United fan. He lamented the online bullying from Arsenal supporters and tried to clarify that his initial comments were just standard football banter, not an official “thus saith the Lord” prophecy.
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‎As Arsenal defied the critics and closed in on making history, Pastor Dolapo realised the Gunners were not backing down on the pitch or on his timeline.
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‎On May 15, 2026, he released an official, lighthearted apology video specifically dedicated to Arsenal fans. He praised their resilience, jokingly begged for mercy, and showed great humility by admitting the “Gunners” had proven the critics completely wrong.
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‎Following Arsenal’s dramatic confirmation as the Premier League Champions, their first title in 22 years, Pastor Dolapo fully joined in the celebration, offering his congratulations and putting a final, peaceful end to the beef.
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‎It turned out to be a masterclass in handling Nigerian internet receipts with grace and humour. The Arsenal fanbase officially accepted the truce, proving once again that in Nigeria, not even a Man of God is safe from football banter.

https://leadership.ng/pastor-dolapo-lawal-apologises-to-arsenal-fans/

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Racoon(op): 12:18pm On May 20*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgOzn7Wu7Mk?si=Y5GXZ-CVshViSin6

Dolapo Lawal when he made the false assertion in church God surprise and make us victorious spectators when our enemies mock our so called inability or failure of strength

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Racoon(op): 12:22pm On May 20

You climbed an alter to start dishing out false predictions about sports. This is how they do guess work and claimed "God spoke."

Imagine if the unbelievers around would ever agreed he has a calling. This is why the immortal man should never play God.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by GanagiBitrus: 12:27pm On May 20*

All those mocking you & saying you can never succeed in life,
May the God of Arsenal put all of them to shame.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Boladogailese(f): 12:59pm On May 20

We all living vicariously through arsenal

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by rhythyson: 1:00pm On May 20

Pastor wen no get work

instead of facing the ministry, na footbal concern am

ye ye de smell

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by datola: 1:00pm On May 20

I like the Pastor's style of preaching sha. Young, cool, calm and collected.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Lukuluku69(m): 1:00pm On May 20

He said he was joking. How can you be joking on the Altar?

How can you say Arsenal are C*rsed?

If the point difference is 29, Arsenal will still not win it, but guess what it was 2 points and they still won.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by GreatrAnalyst: 1:00pm On May 20

It is better like that, sir.

However, people who recently have been saying that Pastors should stay within the boundary of preaching the word of God only might have a point. Or at best if Pastors are going to engage in public opinion, it shouldn't be in the absolute terms and verdicts.

2 kobo shared...

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by KOROLAR: 1:02pm On May 20

This is a big lesson for all, God's time is the best

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by yemmight(m): 1:02pm On May 20

All these pastors self. They don't have directions from God before saying thier rubish.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Wealthoptulent(m): 1:02pm On May 20

he get TIME sha! no be only him no wish dem CUP, i also DIDNT. I still CONGRAT my niggies.
make dem enjoy now, will see them NEXT 22 yrs again

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by joromii: 1:02pm On May 20

Apologize not apologies

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by ukfootwear: 1:02pm On May 20

There’s a difference between prediction and God said

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Dogalmighty17: 1:02pm On May 20

Fake pastor simple! Let him hide his head in shame.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by ShenTeh(m): 1:03pm On May 20

Obviously was a banter. Which is clearer by a second viewing of the old video.

And thank you for coming to clear the air.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by jaxxy(m): 1:03pm On May 20

I'm not an arsenal fan but I wanted them to win so badly and it happened. Congrats to arsenal!

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Pootle: 1:05pm On May 20

fake pastors everywhere

Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by deanoffaculty: 1:06pm On May 20

Racoon:
You climbed an alter to start dishing out false predictions about sports. This is how they do guess work and claimed "God spoke."

Imagine if the unbelievers around would ever agreed he has a calling. This is why the immortal man should never play God.

Don't mind him! Na guy man Pastor.
He must have put money on Mancity to win on bet9ja.....but unfortunately ticket don cut.

Pastors that cannot see vision on fuel price, insecurity, education , etc

Gambling Pastor!!

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by TossTos(m): 1:06pm On May 20

This is one of the reason why I am always optimistic.. even though one fails along the line , i always keep head on.. those who wins back to back had gone through failures.. failing, falling , standup and keep coming back is the best experience or lesson you could learn from in life . If you don't fail how will you refine your strategy and discipline that will give winning consistently... Lesson Learnt ... Never say Never..

And I like him for clearing the Air also saying he's Manchester United Fan ( we gather dey na ni).

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by 89green: 1:06pm On May 20

You climb alter and start discussing irrelevant things , who do una this thing

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Iyeku: 1:06pm On May 20

Is this a pastor or content creator?

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Sensiblerealist(m): 1:06pm On May 20

Arsenal, na Una time ooo.
Congratulations.
I couldn't believe my eyes at a bar yesterday seeing 2 men crying. One of them, a mopol that I use to banter with na inn surprise me pass.
Anyways, if na Chelsea too nobody go hear word.
Until next season.
Good luck in champions League

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Poske95(m): 1:08pm On May 20

At least he did not put his money there

Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by obembet(f): 1:08pm On May 20

Racoon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgOzn7Wu7Mk?si=Y5GXZ-CVshViSin6

[i]Dolapo Lawal when he made the false prophesy in church

Stop this please... He never make any prophecy, he just jokes about football and arsenal base on Thier near success syndrome.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by geoworldedu: 1:09pm On May 20

Lol. Pastor sef follow do ote grin

1/22 FC congrats to you.

Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by Expanse2020(m): 1:10pm On May 20

Your paito ati irọ 5 & 6 niii

Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by thrillionaire(m): 1:11pm On May 20

I'm disappointed in this guy. I just watched the video and there was no jokes there.. he mounted the pulpit to spew that rubbish. It's a shame people like these out pastors as charlatans.

Now wey e don cast, e turn am to joke. Shame.

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Re: Pastor Dolapo Lawal Who Said Arsenal Can't Win Apologies To Fans by EmperorIsaac(m): 1:11pm On May 20

People that should be seated in church hearing the thorough principles of Scriptures now go about calling themselves Pastors!
You mount the altar and you are talking about football! Jesus did not come to die for our entertainment. The pulpit is strictly for the gospel and turning men's hearts to God through salvation.
I pray the Lord convicts them all.

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