The U.S. Soccer Federation has named Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team. At 52, Pochettino is a seasoned and highly respected manager with successful tenures at top European clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta … Read more
Augustine Eguavoen has stepped aside as the interim coach of the Super Eagles, EKO HOT BLOG reports. According to Eguavoen, his mandate was for two games. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating Son in Abia Fubara Regains Freedom After 11 Days in Captivity … Read more
The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents (KMI) panel has upheld referee Chris Kavanagh’s decision to send off Declan Rice during Arsenal’s draw with Brighton. After Kai Havertz put the Gunners ahead, Rice was booked for a reckless tackle on Joel Veltman late in the first half. Shortly after the second half began, Rice was shown … Read more
Chelsea are reportedly exploring a potential move from Stamford Bridge to a new stadium at Earl’s Court. According to The Guardian, the club is in discussions with Transport for London (TfL), which manages the Earl’s Court site, about the feasibility of constructing a new stadium there. However, the Earl’s Court Development Committee (ECDC) is set … Read more
Luton Town manager, Rob Edwards, has explained the rationale behind the club’s decision to sign Victor Moses. The Hatters confirmed the acquisition of the former Nigeria international on a free transfer on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating Son in Abia Fubara … Read more
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has identified four players he believes are likely to win the Ballon d’Or in the near future. Earlier this month, Ronaldo was notably absent from the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist for the second consecutive year. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing … Read more
French judges on Tuesday ordered six men, including French footballer Paul Pogba’s brother Mathias, to stand trial in connection with a kidnapping and extortion case involving the star player, sources close to the case revealed. The trial follows a two-year investigation into the alleged extortion and kidnapping of Pogba, a former Manchester United midfielder, in … Read more
Nigeria was held to a goalless draw by Rwanda in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Tuesday in Kigali. The Super Eagles were left frustrated after what appeared to be a legitimate goal was disallowed in the first half. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for … Read more
Former Super Eagles Forward Victor Moses is aiming for a return to Premier League football after signing with Luton Town. Moses, who last played in the English second tier with Crystal Palace before moving to Wigan in 2010, has enjoyed a successful career across top-flight leagues in England, Italy, Turkey, and Russia. Now, the 2013 … Read more
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué believes Pep Guardiola would be an ideal replacement for Gareth Southgate as England manager. Southgate stepped down after England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final, leaving the team without a permanent manager. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing … Read more
Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard limped off the pitch after sustaining an ankle injury during Norway’s Nations League match against Austria, which saw Manchester City’s Erling Haaland score a decisive late winner. Ødegaard was injured midway through the second half following a challenge from Christoph Baumgartner. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In … Read more
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has described the Amavubi of Rwanda as a “tough opponent.” However, the centre-back emphasized that the Super Eagles are determined to secure a victory in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two fixture. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly … Read more
Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has expressed his disappointment at not being included in the 30-man shortlist for the 2024 Ballon d’Or. The 23-year-old Brazilian international had an impressive season, scoring 17 goals and providing nine assists in 51 appearances for the Spanish club. However, unlike his teammates Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo did not … Read more
Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has shed light on why Victor Osimhen’s potential move from Napoli to Chelsea fell through on deadline day. According to reports, the 25-year-old striker, who had been linked with Chelsea as well as clubs in France and Saudi Arabia, was reportedly unhappy with his situation at … Read more
Nigeria’s Falconets will face either Japan or Austria in the round of 16 at this year’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. The Falconets advanced to the knockout stage following a dominant 4-0 victory over Venezuela in their final group match on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter … Read more
Nasarawa United Football Club were on Sunday held to a 1-1 draw by visiting Shooting Stars Football Club of Ibadan in the Match day one of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the match was played at the Lafia Township Stadium. Anas Yusuf, captain of Nasarawa United put the … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo’s late winner in the Nations League dashed Scotland’s hopes in Portugal, extending Steve Clarke’s side’s dismal run of form. Scotland stunned the hosts with a seventh-minute header from Scott McTominay and defended valiantly against Portugal’s 16 first-half shots. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust … Read more
Spain, down to ten men, battled to a hard-fought victory against Switzerland in the Nations League, despite the final shoreline suggesting otherwise. The European champions took the lead when Joselu headed in Lamine Yamal’s cross, with Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel unable to keep it out despite his best efforts. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has removed former Nigerian international, Dominic Iorfa, from his role as Executive Vice Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club in Makurdi. The Governor has placed the club under the direct supervision of the Benue Sports Council and appointed a six-man board, chaired by Dr. Philip Nongu, to manage the … Read more
Nigerian boxer Bolatito “Black Tito” Oluwole experienced her first professional defeat in a hard-fought battle against New Zealand’s Lani Daniels, who retained her IBF women’s light-heavyweight title with a unanimous decision at Claudelands Arena, Hamilton, on Saturday night. Daniels displayed her dominance throughout the fight, with the judges scoring it 100-90, 97-93, and 98-92 in … Read more