17 teams have confirmed spots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco is the first African side to qualify for the tournament. All three host nations USA, Canada, and Mexico gain automatic entry. Seventeen countries have now officially secured their places at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Eko Hot Blog, the global football biggest … Read more
Mikel Merino scores first career hat-trick in Spain’s 6-0 win over Turkey. Pedri grabs two goals; Torres also on target as Spain dominate Group E. Nico Williams injured, Yamal and Güler clash late in fiery encounter. Spain delivered a dominant performance on Sunday night, thrashing Turkey 6-0 in Konya to take early control of their … Read more
Sixteen Countries Confirm Spots For 2026 FIFA World Cup. Asia and Oceania produce early qualifiers, reflecting global football growth. 48-team tournament to be hosted by US, Mexico, and Canada. The race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking shape, with 16 countries already securing qualification for the expanded global tournament. On Thursday, South American … Read more
Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has named a 20-player squad for Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, ahead of the WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup, which kicks off on Thursday. Among the selected players are FIFA World Cup scorers Shakirat Moshood and Harmony Chidi. Also included in the squad are goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma, defenders Taiwo Adegoke and … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to appoint a new prime minister “in the coming days” following Michel Barnier’s resignation after a no-confidence vote in parliament. In a televised 10-minute address on Thursday, Macron dismissed opposition calls for his resignation, pledging to remain in office “fully, until the end of the mandate” in 2027. He … Read more
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to usher in a new era in global club football, with an expanded format and an exciting lineup of teams. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the draw, which took place in Miami, Florida, on Thursday, revealed the 32 teams that will compete in what promises to be the … Read more
Atletico Madrid sign Julian Alvarez from Manchester City for a record £81.5 million, including add-ons. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Atletico Madrid have finalized an agreement with Manchester City to acquire forward Julian Alvarez for a record-breaking £81.5 million. This fee includes an initial payment of £64.4 million, with potential add-ons totaling £17.1 million. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Buhari has congratulated Morocco ahead of their semi-final clash with France. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday congratulated the Moroccan World Cup team, the ruler of the country, and King Mohammed VI, on making history by becoming the first-ever African side to qualify for the FIFA World Cup semi-final. Buhari said … Read more
Tunisia have been eliminated from the World Cup despite beating France 1-0 in their final group match. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tunisia have bowed out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup despite claiming their first-ever victory against France thanks to Wahbi Khazri’s second-half strike. Wahbi Khazri’s second-half goal gave Tunisia three points against France, … Read more
Saudi Arabia have ended Argentina’s unbeaten run in a huge 2–1 World Cup shock. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Saudi Arabia caused one of the biggest shocks in FIFA World Cup history after coming from behind to beat Argentina in their Group C opener. Argentina were tipped as one of the pre-tournament favourites to go … Read more
EDITOR’S PICK: EPL: Saka Sends Arsenal Closer To Champions League Return 3 Lessons Learned As Nigeria World Cup Dream Ended In Tears Chelsea Potential Owner, Candy Makes Tuchel Stance Clear Amid Man Utd Plot Move EKO HOT BLOG has compiled a list of top African players to have scored the most goals in World Cup. … Read more
The official countdown clock for Qatar 2022 World Cup has been unveiled FIFA president express satisfaction at preparedness Ekohotblog reports that Qatar has unveiled the official countdown clock for the 2022 World Cup which will be hosted by the country. The official countdown clock for the tournament was powered by Hublot and it was unveiled at … Read more