Substitute Alexander Sørloth delivered a dramatic injury-time winner as Atletico Madrid came from behind to defeat Barcelona and seize the top spot in La Liga. Pedri gave Barcelona the lead in the 30th minute, combining beautifully with Gavi before calmly slotting a low shot past Jan Oblak. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat … Read more
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is set to depart Spanish La Liga club Sevilla in January following a disappointing six-month stint at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium. Iheanacho, who joined from Leicester City last summer, has struggled to make an impact at Sevilla, finding himself behind Isaac Romero in the striker pecking order, despite Romero’s … Read more
Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior both found the net as Real Madrid secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Mexican side Pachuca in the inaugural Intercontinental Cup final in Doha on Wednesday. Mbappé opened the scoring in the 37th minute, tapping in from close range after a brilliant assist from Vinícius. Rodrygo then extended Madrid’s lead … Read more
Jude Bellingham continued his remarkable scoring streak in La Liga, netting for the fifth consecutive game as Real Madrid secured a victory over Girona. The England midfielder, who had not scored in the league earlier this season, has now become the first Real Madrid player to score in five straight league matches since Karim Benzema … Read more
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that star forward Vinicius Junior is recovering faster than expected and will return from injury in time to face Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Brazilian winger sustained a hamstring injury in November, initially projected to sideline him until the Intercontinental Cup … Read more
The Spanish Football Association (RFEF) has announced that the postponed La Liga clash between Valencia and Real Madrid will now take place on January 2, 2025, at 20:00 CET. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the match was rescheduled following the devastating floods that struck the Valencia region in September. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Kylian Mbappé’s penalty woes continued as Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 defeat against Athletic Bilbao in a high-intensity La Liga clash at San Mamés on Wednesday. Just a week after missing a crucial spot-kick in the Champions League against Liverpool, Mbappé’s misfortune from 12 yards cost Madrid dearly, allowing Barcelona to maintain their four-point lead … Read more
Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen are poised to reward Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface with an upgraded contract extending his stay at the club until 2029, amid reported interest from Manchester United. According to Sky Germany, Leverkusen is in advanced talks with the 23-year-old to extend his current deal, which runs until 2028. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Las Palmas pulled off a stunning 2-1 victory against La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday, dampening the hosts’ 125th-anniversary celebrations at the Olympic Stadium. Sandro Ramirez opened the scoring for the visitors early in the second half, and while Raphinha equalized with a spectacular strike, Fabio Silva secured all three points for Las Palmas with … Read more
Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has been ruled out of Wednesday’s Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield after suffering a hamstring injury, the club confirmed on Monday. “Following tests conducted today, Vinícius Júnior has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury in his left leg,” Real Madrid said in an official statement. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Robert Lewandowski has reflected on the time he nearly joined Manchester United in 2012, only for the deal to fall through. The Poland international, now playing for Barcelona, acknowledges that his career could have taken a very different path. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
Barcelona announced on Wednesday that their return to Camp Nou has been delayed until at least mid-February as the iconic stadium undergoes extensive modernization and expansion. In a statement, the club confirmed that their La Liga home fixtures against Valencia on January 26 and Alaves on February 2 would be held at the temporary Montjuic … Read more
Barcelona have reportedly turned down Arsenal’s €90 million bid for Brazilian winger Raphinha, making it clear they would only entertain offers exceeding €100 million for the 27-year-old star. Raphinha, in scintillating form this season, has emerged as an indispensable figure for Barcelona under manager Hansi Flick. With 12 goals and 10 assists in just 17 … Read more
Vinicius Jr netted a stunning hat-trick as Real Madrid defeated Osasuna 4-0, though the victory was marred by a severe knee injury to Eder Militao. The Brazilian defender suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee after a collision during a corner, leaving him in visible pain before being stretchered off. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Real Madrid’s away match against Valencia in La Liga this weekend has been postponed by the Spanish football federation on Thursday due to severe floods in eastern Spain, which have claimed more than 95 lives. Villarreal’s home game against Rayo Vallecano has also been suspended, following the devastating flash floods affecting the region. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
La Liga and Real Madrid have strongly condemned racist abuse directed at Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal during Saturday’s El Clasico at the Bernabeu. Social media videos show a section of home fans allegedly taunting the 17-year-old Spaniard as he celebrated his 77th-minute goal, pointing to his name on the back of his shirt in response. … Read more
Barcelona dominated La Liga champions Real Madrid with a stunning 4-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabeu in Saturday’s El Clasico. Robert Lewandowski scored twice, while Lamine Yamal and Raphinha added goals to seal a decisive win for the Blaugranas. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge … Read more
Samuel Chukwueze praised AC Milan’s team spirit and unity after their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Udinese at the San Siro on Saturday night. Chukwueze netted the decisive goal in the 13th minute, marking his first of the season and maiden strike at the San Siro for the Rossoneri under Paulo Fonseca. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It … Read more
Luka Modric, at 39, became Real Madrid’s oldest-ever player in their La Liga win over Celta Vigo on Saturday. The Croatian midfielder came off the bench in the second half and assisted Vinicius Jr’s decisive goal, steering his team to a hard-fought victory. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia … Read more
Robert Lewandowski’s 26-minute hat-trick powered La Liga leaders Barcelona to a commanding 3-0 victory over Alaves on Sunday, extending their lead over Real Madrid to three points. The Polish striker took his season tally to 10 goals in just nine league matches, solidifying his position as La Liga’s top scorer with a first-half treble. EDITOR’S … Read more