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EPL: Two teams confirm Champions League qualification

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At least two Premier League teams have confirmed their spots in next season’s Champions League.

They are Liverpool and Arsenal.

Before Sunday, the Reds had booked their place after they emerged Champions.

But the Gunners needed a point from their last two fixtures, to be sure of representing England on the continent.

Mikel Arteta’s men duly made sure of that with a narrow 1-0 victory over fellow challengers Newcastle United on Sunday.

After a first half where the Magpies dominated and forced excellent saves from David Raya, the hosts took the lead in the second half.

Declan Rice swept home Martin Odegaard’s pass to ensure Arsenal finished the season with a home win.

The result takes Arsenal to 71 points with a match left – away at relegated Southampton.

Newcastle, Manchester City, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest are the other teams battling for the three remaining Champions League spots.

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UEFA announce moment of silence for Diogo Jota, André Silva

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UEFA have announced a moment of silence in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who sadly passed away on Thursday.

In the early hours of Thursday, both football stars died as a result of a car crash in Zamora, Spain.

In a post on their website, UEFA said a moment of silence will be observed at all UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 games taking place today and tomorrow in memory of the late players.

Reacting to the tragic news, President of UEFA, Aleksander Čeferin, said: “Just three weeks ago, I had the honour of presenting Diogo Jota with a medal after the UEFA Nations League final, a moment of joy, pride, and celebration that’ll now forever be burned in memory with sorrow.

“Rest in peace, dear Diogo. You’ll not be forgotten.”

Just last month, Jota got married to his long-time girlfriend, Rute Cardoso, in Porto.

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EPL: We’re devastated – Liverpool react to Diogo Jota’s death

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Liverpool Football Club have reacted to the death of their forward Diogo Jota.

In a tweet via their officially X account on Thursday, the Premier League champions expressed sadness over the Portuguese’s death.

“Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,” Liverpool tweeted.

Jota and his brother Andre died after car accident in the province of Zamora in Spain, on Thursday.

The sad news is coming less than two weeks after got married to Rute Cardoso, in Porto, Portugal.

Jota, 28, had won the English Premier League title with Liverpool last season.

He was on holiday ahead of the new 2025/26 season before the tragic news of his death.

Jota, who is expected to be buried in the coming days, had three children with Cardoso.

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Kano Pillars appoint new management for youth teams

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Kano Pillars have constituted a new management team for the Junior Pillars as well as its U-19, U-15 and U-13 teams.

Ibrahim Musa has been appointed as the technical adviser of Junior Pillars, while Saleh Garzali will take charge as head coach.

The U-19 side will be managed by Usman Ikramatu and Ahmed Mustapha, while Habu Kamara assumes the role of team manager.

Suleiman Ibrahim Yakasai (Lajin) has been tasked with overseeing the U-15 team, bringing his wealth of experience to guide the young talents.

At the U-13 level, Coach Nura Platini and Tasiu Pele will lead the technical team, ensuring the earliest stages of player development receive the highest standard of coaching and mentorship.

The restructuring is aimed at aligning the club’s youth development philosophy with global best practices.

Ekwutosblog recalls that Kano Pillars U-19 team took part in the inaugural edition of the National Youth League Super Cup tournament in Lagos.

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