Wayne Rooney departs Plymouth Argyle after four wins in 23 Championship games. Plymouth sits at the bottom of the Championship with the joint fewest goals scored. Interim leadership named as Kevin Nancekivell and Joe Edwards take charge. Head coach Wayne Rooney has parted ways with Championship side Plymouth Argyle by mutual consent following a disappointing … Read more
Stoke City dismiss head coach Narcis Pelach after just 19 games in charge, citing poor fit. The Potters sit 19th in the Championship, with only three wins under Pelach’s tenure. Sporting director Jon Walters accepts responsibility for the appointment and team’s struggles. Stoke City have parted ways with head coach Narcis Pelach after just 19 … Read more
Gabriel Jesus delivered a stellar performance with two goals as Arsenal demolished Crystal Palace 5-1 at Selhurst Park, moving within three points of Premier League leaders Liverpool. The Brazilian striker, fresh off a Carabao Cup quarter-final hat-trick against the same opponents, brought his tally against Palace to five goals in just one week. However, the … Read more
Tottenham Hotspur weathered a late surge from Manchester United and overcame a series of their own costly errors to secure a spot in the Carabao Cup semi-finals in a dramatic encounter. Ange Postecoglou’s side appeared to be cruising with a comfortable 3-0 lead midway through the second half, but two critical mistakes by goalkeeper Fraser … Read more
The Friedkin Group, a US-based investment firm, has officially completed its acquisition of Everton, the Premier League club confirmed on Thursday. The club announced that ownership had transferred to Roundhouse Capital Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of the Friedkin Group. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals … Read more
Former Manchester United assistant manager Mike Phelan has joined Wayne Rooney’s coaching staff as the new assistant head coach at Plymouth Argyle. The 62-year-old, who served for nine years across two stints at Old Trafford, steps in to replace Pete Shuttleworth, who departed the club by mutual agreement. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Arsenal capitalized on set-piece dominance to hand Manchester United a 2-0 defeat, marking Ruben Amorim’s first loss as United manager. Goals from defenders Jurrien Timber and William Saliba secured the victory, as the Gunners climbed to third place in the Premier League, closing the gap to league leaders Liverpool. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Jean-Philippe Mateta’s stunning goal secured Crystal Palace’s first Premier League away win of the season as they triumphed 1-0 over Ipswich Town at Portman Road. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the match saw both sides level on nine points at the start, but it was the Eagles who delivered the moment of brilliance that earned them … Read more
Enzo Maresca believes Chelsea have the potential to dominate English football over the next decade but emphasized that they are not yet ready to challenge for the Premier League title, despite their strong start to the season. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea are level on 25 points with Arsenal, although they trail leaders Liverpool by … Read more
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim secured his first Premier League victory in style as the Red Devils thrashed Everton 4-0 at Old Trafford. Amorim, who joined United in November after replacing Erik ten Hag, extended his unbeaten start to three matches, building on a 1-1 draw at Ipswich in his Premier League debut and a … Read more
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to nine points, deepening Manchester City’s woes with a 2-0 victory at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side moved clear of second-placed Arsenal thanks to Cody Gakpo’s early opener and Mohamed Salah’s late penalty, leaving City languishing in fifth place, 11 points off the pace. The … Read more
English Premier League club Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks with defender Ola Aina over a contract extension, with the 28-year-old set to receive a significant wage increase, according to The Athletic. Aina, who joined Forest in July 2023 after his contract with Serie A side Torino expired, has impressed since his arrival. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
According to talkSPORT (Yahoo! Sport), Ruud van Nistelrooy has already applied for the vacant managerial position at Championship club Coventry City. Taking on this role would see Van Nistelrooy challenge himself in England’s second tier, a move that underscores his determination to return to managerial work, with aspirations of eventually managing in the Premier League. … Read more
The Football Association (FA) has launched its own investigation into a video that appears to show Premier League referee David Coote using offensive language to refer to former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The refereeing body, Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), has already suspended Coote pending a full investigation. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Newcastle United icon Alan Shearer has highlighted two potential Premier League clubs that could attract Jose Mourinho if he returns to England. Mourinho has expressed interest in coming back to English football, where he’s already had multiple managerial stints. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
Manchester City emerged victorious over Manchester United in the 2024 Community Shield after a thrilling contest at Wembley Stadium, securing the trophy 7-6 on penalties. The match served as the traditional curtain-raiser for the new season, with both sides opting to field familiar faces in their starting lineups, leaving new signings on the bench. … Read more
Here is the draw for the third round of the FA Cup 2021-22 – when Premier League and Championship clubs enter – takes place on Monday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the draw starts from 19:00 GMT, before the final second-round tie between Boreham Wood and St Albans City. They will join those lower-league and … Read more