Manchester City’s struggles deepened on Wednesday as they suffered a damaging defeat to Juventus, jeopardizing their chances of advancing to the Champions League knockout stage. Second-half goals from Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie sealed a crucial 2-0 victory for the home side, strengthening Juventus’s bid to secure automatic progression as one of the top eight … Read more
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has expressed his surprise over Lautaro Martinez’s exclusion from the final shortlist for The Best FIFA Men’s Player 2024. On Friday, FIFA unveiled the final 11 nominees for the men’s category, with Martinez notably absent from the list. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Manchester City’s Rodri and Erling Haaland are the Premier League’s sole representatives in the Best Male Player category at the 2024 FIFA Best Awards. Their nominations come after City’s historic achievement of securing four consecutive English top-flight league titles. Real Madrid and England midfielder Jude Bellingham also features among the 11 nominees, with the list … Read more
Manchester City were left stunned after squandering a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in their Champions League clash at the Etihad Stadium, as their poor form continued. Pep Guardiola’s side appeared in control early on, with Erling Haaland scoring twice and Ilkay Gundogan adding another, putting City firmly in the driving seat. EDITOR’S … Read more
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has declared that Victor Osimhen is currently outperforming Manchester City star Erling Haaland. While Haaland is widely regarded as one of the world’s top strikers, with 15 goals in 16 appearances across all competitions this season, Buruk believes Osimhen’s current form gives him the edge. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Erling Haaland netted a stunning hat-trick as Norway hammered Kazakhstan to secure promotion to the top tier of the Nations League. The Manchester City striker, who set a new record as Norway’s all-time top scorer last month, has now scored 38 goals in 39 appearances for his country. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Manchester City reclaimed the Premier League summit as Erling Haaland’s early goal clinched a 1-0 win over struggling Southampton. Haaland shrugged off Jan Bednarek to convert Matheus Nunes’ fifth-minute cross, netting his 11th league goal this season and seemingly setting up City for a comfortable victory. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more
Manchester City forward, Erling Haaland is contemplating a transfer to Real Madrid in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to the British newspaper Mirror. This development has reignited speculation regarding the Norwegian striker’s future, as he has emerged as one of the most coveted players in global football. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has become Norway’s all-time leading goalscorer at just 24, achieving the milestone in their Nations League victory over Slovenia. Haaland netted his 33rd international goal early in the match, equalling the record held by Jørgen Juve, who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He then surpassed Juve in the second … Read more
Erling Haaland has no regrets about throwing the ball at Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes during Manchester City’s fiery Premier League draw last month. City managed to secure a point with a dramatic 99th-minute equalizer from John Stones, having played nearly an hour with just ten men. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has fired back at comments made by Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães and his former assistant, now Arsenal head coach, Mikel Arteta, as tensions rise ahead of another intense Premier League title race between the two clubs. Last season, Manchester City and Arsenal fiercely contested the Premier League title, with the … Read more
Erling Haaland hit another milestone in his stellar career by scoring his 100th goal for Manchester City during their 2-2 Premier League draw against Arsenal. The Norwegian striker, making his 105th appearance and 100th start for the club, reached the century mark just over two years after joining City. Haaland’s landmark goal came in the … 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
Phil Foden won the Footballer of the Year award from the English Football Writers’ Association. Khadija Shaw, also from Manchester City, secured the women’s award. Both players credited their teammates for their achievements. Eko Hot Blog reports that Phil Foden of Manchester City was named Footballer of the Year by the English Football Writers’ Association … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that France Football, the organizers of the prestigious Ballon d’Or award, have revealed the schedule for the announcement of this year’s nominees. On Friday, September 6, football fans around the world will eagerly anticipate the unveiling of the players shortlisted for the coveted individual accolade. The renowned Ballon d’Or … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the curtain fell on the thrilling Premier League season this Sunday, the race for the Golden Boot culminated with Manchester City’s Erling Haaland emerging as the victor. The Norwegian sensation claimed the prestigious title of the league’s top scorer, having netted an astonishing 36 goals throughout the campaign. … Read more
Premier League officially unveiled its nominees for player of the year award as the season nears a close. Amongst the host of players, is the obvious choice in Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. The likes of Marcus Rashford of Manchester United and Bukayo Saka of Arsenal were also included. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Premier … Read more
Former Netherlands player Ruud Gullit talks about the prospects of players other than Lionel Messi winning the Ballon d’or for the 2022/23 season. According to Gullit, the shout goes to Erling Haaland should he inspire Manchester City to the Champions League trophy. He also notes the stiff competition that Kylian Mbappe brings to the narrative. … Read more
Erling Haaland is just about humiliating the premier league stats at this stage with his goals. The Norweigan has hit 34 premier league goals for Manchester City with his spot against Fulham in the 2-1 win at Cravens Cottage. This puts Haaland to 50 goals overall for the season. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Erling … Read more
Manchester City manager has come out prior to the kick off against Liverpool the reason behind leaving star man, Erling Haaland from the squad. Haaland’s absence comes over fitness issues with the Norwegian being left behind from the match day squad following the international break. Manchester City’s game against Liverpool is a crucial one with … Read more