After initial struggles, the Mamelodi Sundowns star has rediscovered his form and become an important figure for his club. His rejuvenation saw him get called up to the Bafana Bafana team, and should he keep his form, his chances of going to the global showpiece are almost assured. Although Hugo Broos has numerous options for the midfield department, he has been asked to deploy the two Downs stars together.
Former Arsenal man Theo Walcott has claimed that Mikel Arteta’s "nervous energy" on the touchline filtered through to his players during their disappointing FA Cup exit at Southampton. The Gunners saw their trophy dreams further diminished as a late Shea Charles strike secured a 2-1 victory for the Championship side on the south coast.
Alvaro Arbeloa’s future as Real Madrid head coach is hanging by a thread following a damaging weekend that has all but ended the club's La Liga title hopes. A shock 2-1 defeat at Mallorca, combined with Barcelona’s victory over Atletico Madrid, leaves the former defender facing a make-or-break period in the Champions League to save his job.
The 20-year-old was part of a resolute defensive display as The Fire, fuelled by a record-breaking start at Soldier Field, put in a resolute defensive display to protect their 1-0 lead to the final whistle. Afterwards, Mbokazi was singled out by both the coach and his goalkeeper for his efforts after only returning to the United States late on Friday after international duty with Bafana Bafana.
Barcelona took a massive step toward the La Liga title with a gritty 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid, but the post-match talk has been dominated by Lamine Yamal's reaction. Despite the significance of the result, the teenage sensation appeared visibly frustrated at the final whistle and headed straight for the tunnel.
Southampton’s social media team rubbed salt into Arsenal's wounds following their shock FA Cup exit on Saturday. After securing a 2-1 victory over the Premier League leaders, the Championship side's official account delivered a brutal response to a disgruntled Gunners supporter online.
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