The midfielder explains why he feels he can still deliver for South Africa despite the fact he has never played under the current coach. Broos initially ignored experienced players but changed his mind later, and the midfielder believes the same can happen for him.
Amakhosi were among the busiest sides in the transfer window, and what influenced their choices for new signings has been revealed. The ability to withstand criticism and pressure, especially on social media, is one of the traits the club considered while drafting their transfer list, according to their coach.
After finding itself receiving heavy criticism after Bafana were punished, the football association is staring at yet another tough case. The delay in conclusively dealing with appeals involving players has now emerged as another challenge SAFA is facing as the local players union says enough is enough..
With the case now settled, the football official says Bafana now have a chance of rightfully fighting for a slot in next year's finals. He also feels Lesotho would have played their last qualifier differently had FIFA rendered judgement.
Manuel Neuer was left helpless as Mislav Orsic fired a spectacular strike past him during Bayern Munich’s 5-1 Champions League win over Pafos. The veteran goalkeeper later offered a cheeky explanation in a lively exchange with a reporter, insisting there was little he could do to stop the goal, while, Bayern’s stars Harry Kane and Michael Olise shone once again in a dominant performance.
Javier Mascherano took responsibility after Inter Miami turned in one of their worst performances of the season at Chase Stadium, falling 5-3 to the Chicago Fire. The setback leaves the Herons in a precarious spot in the Supporters’ Shield race - they sit fourth in the Eastern Conference with 56 points, seven behind leaders Philadelphia Union.
Greg Vanney knows LA Galaxy’s season has been a disappointment, with the reigning MLS champions bottom of the Western Conference and out of the playoffs. But on Wednesday at Dignity Health Sports Park, the Campeones Cup final against Toluca offers a chance to salvage something meaningful, with Vanney viewing a trophy as a vital boost for his players and the club.
Liverpool fans have torn into Arne Slot after their second successive defeat. The Reds were beaten 1-0 by Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday mere days after their Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, leading supporters to criticise manager Arne Slot after a summer of big spending at Anfield that saw stars such as Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz arrive.
Chelsea attacker Joao Pedro had a night to forget at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday against Benfica in the Champions League despite the 1-0 victory. The Brazil international arrived as a second-half substitute but was sent off deep into stoppage time after picking up two yellow cards and will now serve a ban. The sending off marred a good night for the Blues as they picked up their first Champions League win of the new season.
Wrexham extended their unbeaten run across all competitions to four games as Phil Parkinson's side came back from behind to hold Leicester City to a 1-1 draw in a Championship clash at King Power Stadium on Tuesday. Record Red Dragons signing Nathan Broadhead scored the equaliser in the 77th minute as the Welsh side snatched away a point from the Foxes.
Harry Kane increased his goals tally to 17 in the 2025-26 campaign with a brace, while Michael Olise starred with two assists as Bayern Munich thrashed Champions League newcomers Pafos 5-1 on Tuesday. Nicolas Jackson scored his maiden goal for the Bavarian side since moving to Germany from Chelsea on loan on deadline day and ex-Liverpool star Luis Diaz contributed with an assist.
Toluca head coach Antonio Mohamed says his side arrives at Wednesday’s Campeones Cup final against LA Galaxy motivated and hungry for silverware. For him, the clash at Dignity Health Sports Park is more than a shot at a trophy - it’s also a chance to measure the growth and resilience of his squad. Toluca currently sit top of the Liga MX standings.
U.S. men's national team midfielder Yunus Musah came off the bench to play a key role in Atlanta's Champions League 2-1 victory over Club Brugge. The 22-year-old assisted Atalanta's late winner to help the Serie A side secure three crucial points in the second round of Champions League league phase. La Dea now sit 19th in the standings.
Ruben Amorim held a family gathering at Manchester United's training complex just 24 hours after their latest humiliating defeat. The Red Devils were beaten by Brentford at the weekend, ratcheting up the pressure on Amorim, whose side now sit 14th in the Premier League table.
Former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has returned to Stamford Bridge in the Champions League with his Benfica side. The Special One reunited with former player Joe Cole ahead of kick-off and has called the former England international the "best pundit in history" after receiving plenty of kind words from Cole in his current role as a television pundit.
León confirmed Ignacio Ambriz as their new head coach after Eduardo Berizzo resigned Saturday morning in the wake of a 2-0 loss to Juárez. The Mexican manager begins his second spell with La Fiera, the club he guided to the Guardianes 2020 title. León, who are led by Colombian star James Rodriguez, are winless in four and sit 11th in the Apertura 2025 with 12 points.
SA found themselves in hot water following Mokoena's appearance against Lesotho, who complained and brought the matter to FIFA's attention. After the ruling, the FA official says he has been vindicated because he helped restore the game's integrity.
The Europeans secured the slim win over the African representatives courtesy of a late second-half goal in a game that was also characterised by a number of missed chances. Amajita's focus now shifts to the next match, where they will face the tournament's debutants in search of their first win in this year's edition.
Benjamin Cremaschi wasted no time stamping his authority on the U20 World Cup opener in Chile, as the U.S. routed New Caledonia 9-1 on Monday. The Parma midfielder struck twice inside the opening minutes to put Marko Mitrović’s team firmly in control, later completing a hat-trick. Niko Tsakiris opened up the scoring in the seventh minute for the U.S.
Jose Mourinho has warned Chelsea he will not be feeling sentimental when he attempts to lead Benfica to victory on his highly-anticipated return to Stamford Bridge. The Special One heads back to his old stomping ground on Tuesday evening when the Portuguese giants lock horns with Enzo Maresca’s Blues in the latest round of Champions League fixtures.
Jose Mourinho’s reunion with Chelsea, the club where he enjoyed so much success across two spells at Stamford Bridge, is one of the headline fixtures in this season’s Champions League as he takes new employer Benfica back to his former stomping ground. Blues winger Pedro Neto is relishing the chance to come up against his fellow Portuguese thanks to his incredible legacy.
Federico Chiesa has not travelled with Liverpool for their Champions League clash with Galatasaray on Tuesday, despite the winger’s impressive run of form. The Italy international was registered in the Reds’ European squad in place of injured team-mate and compatriot Giovanni Leoni but he has since been left at home for the trip to Turkey.
The former Morocco international is delighted with what he has seen from a couple of his new players and has committed to helping them hit even greater heights.
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