Match

The former Simba SC tactician has had a rather good start to his reign with the Moroccan outfit. Davids left the Tanzanian heavyweights for a return to North Africa, where he hopes to enjoy some success.

The Sea Robbers were already under pressure after losing the first leg of the second preliminary round, leaving their continental hopes hanging in a thread. However, they can take heart from how they fought at home but fell short of what they needed to progress.

Bruno Fernandes made his 300th appearance for Manchester United as he started against Brighton on Saturday. The Portuguese midfielder joined United in January 2020 from Sporting CP and is regarded as the best signing the club has made in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era. The captain made his milestone appearance five months after rejecting a succulent offer to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.

Despite conceding first, the Natal Rich Boy remained determined, fought on, and in the end won the showdown. After the hard-fought victory, they will now wait to learn who their next opponent will be once the other games are played.

Wrexham secured a vital point following an entertaining 1-1 draw with Championship high-flyers Middlesbrough at the Riverside. The Welsh side dominated for large swathes of the match and took an early lead, courtesy of a brilliant strike from Josh Windass, which took a deflection on its way in. But there was heartache for the visitors after Hayden Hackney’s diving header drew the hosts level with just a few minutes of the match remaining.

Bayern Munich wonderkid Lennart Karl stole the show with a stunning finish as the German champions thrashed 10-man Borussia Monchengladbach 3-0 to extend their winning streak in the Bundesliga to eight matches. Former Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson failed to make an impact despite starting, while Harry Kane's incredible scoring run finally came to an end.

The Buccaneers fought from three goals down conceded in the first leg in Lubumbashi against the Congolese outfit at the Orlando Stadium to send the game to penalties. However, the Railmen emerged victorious in the shootout to progress to the next round of the annual CAF inter-club competition.

Chelsea's plans ahead of their Saturday afternoon kick-off with Sunderland were disrupted when they had to be evacuated from their training ground. The Blues had been scheduled to have a training session on Friday afternoon, but had to leave the premises when an alarm in the swimming pool was set off. Owing to fears around a potential chlorine leak, the players and staff had to evacuate.

The Soweto giants come into the match against the Democratic Republic of Congo outfit with a host of injuries to key players. The initial meeting at TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi ended goalless, giving both teams an opportunity to grab the ticket to advance to the next phase of the annual CAF inter-club competition.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has thrown his support behind his new signing Milos Kerkez after the Hungarian left-back's difficult start to life at the Premier League champions. Kerkez joined the club with high expectations, having excelled at Bournemouth last campaign, and was seen as the natural heir to the ageing Andy Robertson, but things have not quite clicked yet.

Manchester United have launched a complaint to the Premier League over their fixture list. The Red Devils are unhappy with the number of midweek games they will have to play at home between next week and Christmas Day, with their weekend matches all coming away from Old Trafford. Saturday's fixture against Brighton represents their last weekend game in front of their own fans until December 26.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has hit back at Liverpool counterpart Arne Slot’s criticism of his tactics after their clash last weekend. Amorim became the first Red Devils head coach since Louis van Gaal to beat the Reds at Anfield and was quick to dismiss his opposite number’s comments. Ahead of United's meeting with Brighton, the Portuguese coach wants to keep the good momentum going.

The Real Madrid dressing has responded angrily to Lamine Yamal's comments about the club as tensions ahead of El Clasico reach boiling point. Los Blancos are supposedly frustrated with Yamal, whose off the pitch antics are beginning to get under the skin of the players in the Spanish capital. Ahead of Sunday's game, Yamal has added fuel to the fire.

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen has launched a scathing critique of his side after they fell to yet another defeat in the Premier League. The Hammers were second best as they lost 2-1 away to fellow strugglers Leeds United at Elland Road and, after the game, the England winger did not hold back in his assessment of the team. With just four points in nine games, West Ham are in crisis.

Lionel Messi this week signed a three-year extension to stay with Inter Miami through 2028, and the Argentine says a major factor was the lifestyle in Florida. In addition to his family enjoying living in Miami, Messi told NBC Nightly News that he evaluated his mental and physical health and ultimately, the decision to remain in MLS was "easy."

Brenden Aaronson netted his first Premier League goal of the season on Friday as he scored just three minutes into Leeds United's clash with West Ham. It marked Aaronson's second career Premier League goal, with his first coming all the way back in 2022 against Chelsea. The goal was a scrappy one as Aaronson put himself into the right place at the right time.

The Amakhosi tactician has been forced to explain the situation around the club's new signing. The player looks set to feature for the DDC side, raising questions on whether he remains a first-team star or has been demoted.

Ruben Amorim has urged his Manchester United players to keep their feet on the ground despite the momentous 2-1 victory over Liverpool. The Red Devils are in great spirits following their long-awaited victory at Anfield, but the Portuguese has called on his squad to remain calm as they look to make it three Premier League wins in a row against Brighton on Saturday.

The injury cases at Naturena have been growing at a time when the Soweto heavyweights need their players fit as they face crucial games. In an additional blow, one of their key signings has now been ruled out and will not take part in the upcoming game.

Mzansi faced their COSAFA rivals at a critical juncture of their qualification journey, and they were deeply frustrated. But in the end, despite what looked like insurmountable challenges, SA finally qualified for next year's finals.

Despite playing away from home, Downs managed a huge victory that took them closer to the CAF Champions League group stage. However, the win has been described in sceptical terms, as the Nigerian club has been categorised as a weaker opponent for Masandawana.

The veteran midfielder was a rock for the Buccaneers last season, owing to his displays across all competitions. However, he has been out injured, which has prevented him from making any appearance across all competitions. The Soweto giants have now shared the latest on the 35-year-old.

The Belgian tactician is concerned that the Sea Robbers' winger has not been at his best since the reported move abroad did not materialise. The 73-year-old is concerned with the well-being of the player who is regarded as the future of South African football, alongside other cropping youngsters.

The Brazilians have been criticised when they putting below-par standards owing to the quality within their squad, which is made up of experienced members. The former Esperance coach insists it is not the right way to gauge the team since their rivals seem to get a soft landing.

The Glamour Boys have massive depth thanks to the new signings that were made ahead of the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign. However, some players are still waiting to make their first official appearances for the Soweto giants, prompting the technical team to explain the reason for this ahead of this weekend's CAF inter-club outing against AS Simba.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has urged his players to "stay humble" after their surprising 1-0 defeat to Cypriot side AEK Larnaca in the Conference League. On a night that was supposed to celebrate Selhurst Park's first-ever European fixture, the Eagles' dream turned sour as the visitors spoiled the occasion with a second-half winner and a stark reminder for the Premier League side.

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano has confirmed that Lionel Messi will be available for Friday’s MLS Cup Playoffs opener against Nashville SC, easing concerns after the Argentine missed training earlier in the week with a back injury. Mascherano said Messi returned to full training on Wednesday and Thursday, clearing him to feature at Chase Stadium.

Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, one of San Diego FC’s brightest stars in the 2025 MLS season, was a surprise omission from the lineup in the club’s recent Matchday 34 clash against the Portland Timbers. What first appeared to be a tactical decision by head coach Mikey Varas now seems to stem from a deeper disciplinary issue, according to reports.

Scott Carson has officially retired from professional football, ending a remarkable 22-year journey that saw him lift two Champions League titles, win four England caps, and become a beloved figure in the Manchester City dressing room. The veteran goalkeeper, 40, departs the game as one of English football’s most respected professionals and a cult hero among City fans.