)
Belgian striker Divock Origi hopes for a goal-scoring revival at Nottingham Forest as the club welcomes a new coach
Divock Origi is gearing up for a fresh start at Nottingham Forest as the club officially welcomes Nuno Espirito Santo as their new manager.
Nuno, a seasoned manager with previous stints at Wolves and Tottenham, has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract, filling the void left by Steve Cooper's departure.
)
12:51 - 20.12.2023
FOOTBALL Harambee Stars midfielder Richard Odada expresses gratitude to community for unwavering support
Harambee Stars midfielder Richard Odada has expressed deep gratitude to his community, acknowledging their crucial role in his successful journey.
This change comes in the wake of Forest's recent struggles, with the team languishing in 17th place after a string of disappointing league performances.
Cooper's dismissal earlier this week marked the end of his two-year tenure, marred by Forest's dismal run of five losses in their last six league matches.
In an effort to rejuvenate the squad and steer the club in a new direction, Nottingham's board made the decisive move to bring in Nuno Espirito Santo.
Nuno, who was most recently managing Saudi Pro-League club Al-Ittihad before his Nottingham appointment, brings a wealth of experience to the table.
His managerial journey has been marked by notable achievements, including leading Wolverhampton Wanderers to promotion from the Championship in his debut season and securing consecutive seventh-placed finishes in the Premier League.
Additionally, he guided Wolves to the quarter-finals of the Europa League during his tenure.
)
18:06 - 18.12.2023
STARS ABROAD Kenyan attacker Wilson Waweru completes transfer to Irish top division side
Kenyan attacker Wilson Waweru has made a major move after sealing a transfer to Irish top division side Sligo Rovers for the upcoming 2024 season
Nuno's last venture in the Premier League was with Tottenham Hotspur, where he held the reins for less than four months, facing a challenging spell that included five defeats in seven games.
His time with Al-Ittihad saw him secure the Saudi title last season but ended with his dismissal after just 12 games into the new campaign due to a string of unfavorable results.
Nottingham's struggles in the Premier League have been evident, with just one win in their past 13 top-flight games and a mere eight points accumulated during this period.
)
21:59 - 17.12.2023
STARS ABROAD Misery for Kenyan winger as FC Koln suffer more Bundesliga pain
Maina produced flashes of creative brilliance but could not help FC Koln avoid defeat to Freiburg.
The club's recent form, which includes only one point from their last six matches, leaves them just five points clear of the relegation zone, with third-from-bottom Luton Town having a game in hand.
One of the key challenges facing Nuno will be harnessing the existing support for Steve Cooper and transforming it into a united front behind his leadership.
Much like Cooper's relationship with Forest supporters, Nuno established a special bond with the Wolves faithful during his tenure at Molineux.
)
12:30 - 17.12.2023
STARS ABROAD Joseph Okumu’s Reims suffer slump in Champions League race following defeat to Lens
The Harambee Stars defender did not have the best of games as Stade Reims suffered defeat to Lens, who recently finished third in Group B of the Champions League.
His success story, taking the club from the Championship to Europe, was built on strategic recruitment, often leaning on a predominantly Portuguese squad influenced by football agent Jorge Mendes.
Nuno's tactical prowess, with a trusted three-man defense and wing-backs, centered on a counter-attacking style.
With significant investments in players over the past three transfer windows by Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis, the extent of Nuno's reshaping and tactical adjustments will be closely observed in the upcoming transfer window.
)
06:36 - 14.12.2023
STARS ABROAD St. Mirren manager credits Kenyan forward's partner after helping during 10-month injury lay-off
Ayunga, has already declared that he would like to represent Harambee Stars at the 2026 World Cup.
Fortunately, Nuno has some time to work with the squad before a challenging stretch of fixtures.
Following the home game against Manchester United on December 30th, Forest has just one Premier League match against Brentford before a highly anticipated clash with Arsenal at the City Ground on January 30th.
Nuno might want to turn to Origi for goals which have dried up at Nottingham following the injury of Taiwo Awoniyi with the Belgian being on the periphery since joining from AC Milan back in September.
)
17:19 - 13.12.2023
STARS ABROAD Joseph Okumu donates van to childhood team Chemelil Youth FC
Harambee Stars defender Joseph Okumu has given back to his former club Chemelil Youth FC after donating a van to aid their movement as they participate in the FKF Kisumu County League
Born on April 18, 1995, in Ostend, Belgium, Origi has a unique family background that is deeply rooted in the world of sports.
His parents, Linda Adhiambo and Mike Origi, hail from Kenya and are ardent sports enthusiasts.
Origi's birth coincided with his father's professional football career at KV Oostende in Belgium's top flight, adding an extra layer of sporting significance to his upbringing in the nearby Belgian municipality of Houthalen-Oost.
)
12:00 - 12.12.2023
STARS ABROAD AIK director gives greenlight for Erick ‘Marcelo’ Otieno to leave club amidst interest from Premier League clubs
The Kenyan left back has been linked with a host of English Premier League clubs before and now, AIK’s director of football has revealed he will not stand in his way.
He shares his life journey with two siblings, an older sister named Natasha and a younger sister named Deneen.
On the international stage, Origi boasts an impressive record of 32 caps for Belgium, showcasing his prowess as a top-tier talent. He made his debut for the national team in May 2014, and his contributions have been instrumental in Belgium's success.
Since joining Nottingham in September on a season-long loan from Milan, Origi has made eight appearances for the club.
)
09:32 - 21.12.2023
STARS ABROAD Joseph Okumu bags fourth clean sheet in France as Reims secure victory
Joseph Okumu's standout performance led Stade de Reims to a thrilling victory against Le Havre in an intense Ligue 1 clash.
However, he has yet to find the back of the net, and fans will be eager to see how his partnership with new coach Nuno Espirito Santo unfolds in the coming matches.
Follow Pulse Sports WhatsApp channel for more news.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)