Barcelona have officially announced the signing of goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s long-term injury. Szczesny, who had retired earlier this summer, has been persuaded to return to action and will join the club for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies … Read more
Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona cruised to a dominant win over Young Boys in the Champions League. Lewandowski opened the scoring just eight minutes in, tapping in Raphinha’s cross at the far post. Barcelona quickly doubled their advantage when Raphinha slotted home a rebound from Pedri’s blocked shot. The La Liga leaders continued to … Read more
Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta is expected to announce his retirement at the age of 40 next week, with the date, October 8, chosen to reflect the iconic number 8 shirt he wore throughout his storied career. Iniesta, regarded as one of football’s greatest midfielders, has been without a club since his contract with … Read more
Barcelona have secured an agreement with Wojciech Szczesny to join the club, according to sports journalist Fabrizio Romano. The 34-year-old goalkeeper is set to replace Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who suffered a long-term injury during Barcelona’s 5-1 victory over Villarreal on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for … Read more
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is set to undergo surgery for a ruptured knee tendon, the club announced on Monday. The 32-year-old captain of the Catalan side may be ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering the injury during Sunday’s 5-1 win over Villarreal, where he was stretchered off following a bad … Read more
Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the La Liga season with a commanding win over Villarreal, but the victory was overshadowed by a potentially serious injury to goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who was stretchered off during the match. Robert Lewandowski starred with two goals, despite missing a penalty, while Raphinha netted a brace and Pablo … Read more
Nigerian striker George Ilenikhena marked his Champions League debut in style, netting a crucial goal as Monaco stunned a 10-man Barcelona. The 18-year-old came off the bench and, in the 71st minute, latched onto a perfectly weighted long ball from Vanderson, outpacing the defence before unleashing a powerful strike that beat Marc-André ter Stegen. Barcelona … 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
Manchester City have agreed to sell defender Joao Cancelo to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal in a deal worth £21.2m. While personal terms are reportedly not an issue, Cancelo has yet to finalize his agreement to the move. EDITOR’S PICKS: Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods in Anambra Market Poland Tightens Student Visa Rules Amid … Read more
Ilkay Gundogan expressed his joy at returning to what he called the “best club in the world” after re-signing with Manchester City from Barcelona on Friday. The 33-year-old former German international had an illustrious first stint at City from 2016 to 2023, winning five Premier League titles and the Champions League among a total of … Read more
Rasheedat Ajibade of Atletico Madrid, expressed gratitude for the team’s support and celebrated their qualification for the Women’s Champions League next season. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rasheedat Ajibade, the captain of Super Falcons and a forward for Atletico Madrid, is thrilled about the club’s accomplishments in the 2023/24 Spanish Liga Feminine season and eagerly … Read more
Everton has made an offer to Wilfred Ndidi, who is set to become a free agent. Ndidi’s impressive performances have attracted interest from various clubs, including Barcelona. Leicester City is reportedly considering RB Salzburg’s Lucas Gourna-Douath as a potential successor to Ndidi. Eko Hot Blog reports that English Premier League club, Everton, is reportedly interested … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Napoli have disclosed that Victor Osimhen trained individually on Friday due to a muscle injury sustained in Tuesday’s Champions League match against Barcelona, indicating he is likely to sit out of their next game against Inter Milan. Editor’s Pick Insecurity: Sack Non-Performing Security Chiefs – APC Leaders Tells Tinubu Budget … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Alessandro Del Piero, the Italian legend, has come to the defense of Victor Osimhen following criticism from Fabio Capello and the Italian media after Napoli’s 3-1 loss to Barcelona on Tuesday. Editor’s Pick FG Launches Vocational Training Program, Offers N500,000 Grants For Prisoners Details Of FEC Meeting Presided By Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Barcelona endured a tense second half to emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Napoli on Tuesday, securing their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals with a 4-2 aggregate score. Editor’s Pick Sanwo-Olu Provides Assurance Of Further Developments For Lekki Deep Sea Port SERAP Sues Nigerian Senate Over ‘Unlawful’ Suspension … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Xavi Hernandez has cautioned Barcelona players to remain vigilant against the formidable threat of striker Victor Osimhen in the upcoming UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg clash with Napoli on Tuesday. Editor’s Pick US Boosts Support For Haiti’s Security Amidst Escalating Crisis Explosion Victims In Ibadan Cry Neglect, Government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Barcelona footballer Dani Alves has been found guilty of nightclub sexual assault and sentenced to four years and six months in jail. According to a court in Spain, Dani Alves was on Thursday found guilty of raping a woman in a Barcelona nightclub. The 40-year-old who is one of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) has rejected an offer of resignation from its president Samuel Eto’o. Eto’o, 42, offered his resignation during a meeting of Fecafoot’s executive in Yaounde on Monday night, in which the former striker requested for other members of the board to also offer their resignations ‘in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Oluremi, on Thursday, received the reigning CAF Women’s Player of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, on Thursday in Lagos. The Barcelona Femeni forward earlier in the month received her sixth CAF Award, becoming the footballer with the most Player of the Year awards on … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that FC Barcelona is reportedly poised to shake up the transfer market once again with a formal bid for João Cancelo from Manchester City. The Catalan giants have placed a loan deal with an option to buy firmly on the negotiating table, signaling their intent to secure the talented Portuguese full-back. Sources suggest … Read more