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Mamelodi Sundowns enter hectic 15-day period that could define their season
Nick Said · 2 months ago
Friday’s 4-1 victory over Chippa United in the Betway Premiership was the start of a run of five matches in 15 days for Mamelodi Sundowns that could go a long way towards defining their season, but coach Miguel Cardoso is taking it one fixture at a time.
Salah edges closer to Saudi switch as Liverpool prepare for City clash
Dean Jones · 2 months ago
Mohamed Salah will be the centre of attention as Liverpool return to action in a blockbuster FA Cup clash against Manchester City today, following confirmation of his impending departure.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores brace on return as five-star Al Nassr thrash Al Najma
Reuters · 2 months ago
Cristiano Ronaldo marked his return from a month-long injury layoff by scoring twice in the second half as Al Nassr maintained their winning run with a 5-2 victory over bottom side Al Najma in the Saudi Pro League on Friday.
EXCLUSIVE: Ivory Coast’s Fae fires warning to Germany and reveals selection headache
Shina Oludare · 2 months ago
Head coach Emerse Fae has expressed confidence that Ivory Coast national can compete strongly against Germany at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Super-sub Nteka scores late winner as Rayo Vallecano beat relegation-threatened Elche
Chris Heath · 2 months ago
Rayo Vallecano moved seven points clear of the LaLiga relegation zone with a 1-0 victory over Elche, securing a fourth successive H2H home win in the process.
Dazzling Dembele nets brace as PSG defeat Toulouse and extend Ligue 1 lead
James Hilsum · 2 months ago
Ousmane Dembele’s brace helped Paris Saint-Germain move four points clear at the top of Ligue 1 in a 3-1 victory over Toulouse, securing a fifth win from their previous six games across all competitions.
Victor Wanyama: First Kenyan to score in the Champions League hangs up his boots
Dennis Mabuka · 2 months ago
Former Kenya national team captain midfielder Victor Wanyama has hanged his decorated boots after a pioneering 19-year career that saw him become the first Kenyan ever to score in the UEFA Champions League.
Finnish Ajax icon Jari Litmanen returns to football for age-55 season
Paul Winters · 2 months ago
55-year-old Finnish football icon Jari Litmanen is set to put on his shooting boots again after being registered for the third team of Estonian outfit Tallinna Kalev.
Mikel Arteta says Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber could return for Southampton clash
Reuters · 2 months ago
Arsenal will be without injured England attacker Noni Madueke when they face Southampton in Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final, but Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber may return from injury, manager Mikel Arteta said.
Barcelona's Hansi Flick admits Marcus Rashford has 'big chance' with Raphinha out
AFP · 2 months ago
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said winger Marcus Rashford has a "big chance" to impress with Raphinha out injured ahead of Saturday's visit to face Atletico Madrid in LaLiga.
Pep Guardiola eyes 'incredible milestone' as Man City target historic FA Cup win
Reuters · 2 months ago
Manchester City will look to secure a historic eighth straight semi-final appearance in the FA Cup when they face Liverpool on Saturday, manager Pep Guardiola said.
Italy's mass exodus continues as head coach Gennaro Gattuso resigns from position
Matteo Caccia · 2 months ago
Following Gravina's resignation and Buffon's departure, the head coach has officially decided to end his relationship with the FIGC. The national team now enters the most fragile phase of its recent history, left without leadership or a technical guide.
Bafana Bafana: What to expect from 2026 World Cup opponents Czech Republic
Nick Said · 2 months ago
Bafana Bafana know they will meet the Czech Republic in their second game at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta on June 18 and here is a quick guide to their opponents for fans.
Slot hopes 'unbelievable' Salah can win more trophies before Liverpool exit
Reuters · 2 months ago
Manager Arne Slot hailed the impact Mohamed Salah has had on Liverpool during his nine years at the club, and is hoping the Egyptian forward will win two more trophies with them before leaving.
Chelsea drop Enzo Fernandez for two matches after public comments on future
Reuters · 2 months ago
Chelsea have dropped their record signing Enzo Fernandez for two matches after the midfielder publicly cast doubt over his future at Stamford Bridge, manager Liam Rosenior said on Friday.
Bayern boss Kompany reveals Kane to miss Freiburg match, should be fit for Real Madrid
AFP · 2 months ago
Harry Kane will miss Bayern Munich's Bundesliga match at Freiburg this weekend but should be fit for their Champions League clash with Real Madrid next week, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday.
Kenya boss Benni McCarthy remains adamant on 2027 AFCON target
Dennis Mabuka · 2 months ago
Kenya national team head coach Benni McCarthy has for the second time made it clear he wants to see Harambee Stars make it out of the group stage during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in East Africa.
Ronaldo, Messi, Vinicius Junior and Mbappe join forces for World Cup LEGO promotion
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 months ago
With just a few months left before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, four of the biggest names in football, Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, Argentina's Lionel Messi, and Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, have joined forces for a LEGO promotion.
One stat from each team in the UWCL quarter-finals & UWEC semi-finals return legs
David Parkes · 2 months ago
Four teams from different countries advanced in the UEFA Women's Champions League this week, while the inaugural UEFA Women's Europa Cup final will feature sides from the same nation. Here is a stat for each team following their respective games.
Colombian star James Rodriguez in hospital due to 'severe dehydration'
AFP · 2 months ago
Colombian soccer captain James Rodriguez was hospitalized for three days with severe dehydration following a friendly match against France, Colombia's soccer federation said Thursday.
