After a huge win over TS Galaxy, Orlando Pirates return to Premier Soccer League action. A win over Abafana Bes'thende will help the Sea Robbers go back to the top of the table. This is a game that the Soweto giants will not afford to lose, as they need points that will firmly keep them in the title race.
Corinthians have moved quickly to identify Fernando Diniz as their new head coach following the dismissal of Dorival. The managerial change comes after a damaging 1-0 home defeat to Internacional that extended the club's winless streak to nine matches. The incoming boss will be tasked with revitalising a star-studded squad and restoring confidence ahead of continental action.
The Amakhosi co-coach has opened up on the club's tactical evolution and psychological approach after a resilient 3-1 victory over Mswenko Boys. Despite a sluggish start that saw them fall behind, the Naturena-based outfit rallied strongly to keep their top-three ambitions firmly on track.
Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthaus has heaped praise on the club's current attacking line, comparing their clinical coordination to that of a luxury timepiece. However, the former Balon d'Or winner insists that tactical brilliance alone will not be enough to overcome Real Madrid in their upcoming Champions League showdown.
Manchester United have received a significant double fitness boost as the Premier League season enters its crucial final stages. Head coach Michael Carrick has confirmed that Lisandro Martinez and Patrick Dorgu are stepping up their recoveries and have been included in the squad for a mid-season training camp in Ireland. Martinez returns after a five-game absence, while Dorgu has missed eight fixtures.
Khadija Shaw's early strike helped Manchester City set up a blockbuster FA Cup semi-final clash with Chelsea, as the Women's Super League leaders defeated second-tier table-toppers Birmingham 1-0 on Monday evening. The Cityzens had never lost to lower-tier opposition in the competition and while their in-form hosts gave a good account of themselves, when Shaw broke the deadlock after just eight minutes, that record rarely looked in danger of changing.
From Lionel Messi's Inter Miami having their homecoming spoiled to Julian Hall leading the way for the Red Bulls, MLS delivered another compelling weekend of football
Gianluigi Donnarumma has found himself at the centre of a heated row following Italy's shock World Cup play-off elimination at the hands of Bosnia-Herzegovina. The Manchester City goalkeeper has been accused of "unsportsmanlike" behaviour during the decisive penalty shootout in Zenica.
With coach Abdeslam Ouaddou looking to assemble a trusted core to sustain the Bucs’ strong Premier Soccer League challenge going forward, age could play a significant role, with greater emphasis likely to be placed on younger players to build for the future. Meanwhile, for the 36-year-old midfielder, whose contract is reportedly set to expire soon, his future may be uncertain. However, Edelbert Dinha believes Makhaula still has plenty to offer.
Edoardo Bove has opened up on his remarkable journey back to professional football following the cardiac arrest that nearly claimed his life in December 2024. The Watford midfielder revealed the depth of his bond with former manager Jose Mourinho, who he says was among the very first to offer vital support to the player and his family during the darkest days of his recovery in hospital.
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