Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has dismissed concerns regarding Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham joining their national teams. Despite recent injury scares at the Santiago Bernabeu, the coach insists the superstar duo are ready for both club and country, thus he is happy for them to play over the upcoming international window.
The Sea Robbers desperately need to bounce back from the 1-1 draw against Siwelele when they face the Rockets on Sunday at the Mbombela Stadium. With Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League duties, victory for the Soweto giants will send them to the top of the Premier League table with 51 points, one more than the defending champions.
Tottenham are ready to welcome Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis to their directors' box for Sunday's Premier League clash between the two sides. This comes despite previous threats of legal action following a failed transfer pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White last summer.
The Masandawana mentor has issued a stern warning to his squad, insisting that their three-goal advantage is no guarantee of safety in the Champions League. Despite a dominant first-leg display, Cardoso remains wary of the unpredictable nature of continental knockout football as they head into a challenging atmosphere in Bamako.
Liverpool's Premier League trip to Brighton has been pushed back by 15 minutes after a road traffic accident on the A27 caused significant travel disruption for fans making their way to the American Express Stadium on Saturday, the club have confirmed. The Reds are looking to capitalise on Manchester United's dropped points on Friday night against Bournemouth, but will have to wait a little longer to get underway.
Liam Rosenior has tipped Chelsea defender Jorrel Hato to become a key figure at Stamford Bridge following an impressive run of games. With a mounting injury list, the youngster’s "scary" technical proficiency could see him become a long-term fixture with the west London club.
Joey Barton is staring down the barrel of financial ruin after a relentless series of court cases have left the former Premier League midfielder with legal bills approaching £1 million, and his troubles show no sign of ending after he was denied bail following a GBH charge connected to a fight at a golf club in Liverpool, his most recent arrest after a series of incidents in recent years.
South Africa has been leaking at the back in recent outings, especially in the concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Morocco. With the global competitions about three months away, the Belgian tactician has been advised to consider an experienced defender who is currently struggling with fitness.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has delivered a massive fitness update regarding record-signing Alexander Isak. The Sweden international is nearing a return to action following a long-term leg fracture, providing a timely boost for the Reds' European ambitions.
The ex-star has delivered a sharp critique of the Burundian, insisting that the club’s fan base and former players are weary of statistics while the team continues to struggle on the pitch. Amakhosi have endured a disappointing spell lately, grappling with inconsistent results, finishing the season trophyless, and battling to secure a top-eight finish.
The Nigerian striker talks about the injury he sustained against Liverpool in the Champions League and reveals a detail about the facial injury he suffered some time ago.
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has laid down the gauntlet for Dani Carvajal after the Real Madrid captain was a surprise omission from the latest La Roja squad. The veteran defender faces a race against time to prove his fitness and form ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Spain going into the tournament as European champions.
Bukayo Saka has lifted the lid on life inside Arsenal's dressing room as the Gunners continue to chase a historic quadruple, and the message from the club's starboy sounds remarkably similar to the message Erling Haaland gave Mikel Arteta last season. The England international insists his side are "staying humble", as they prepare to face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.
Enzo Fernandez has admitted that the Chelsea squad remains shaken by the mid-season departure of popular head coach Enzo Maresca. The Argentine midfielder confessed he still does not understand the club's decision, particularly the timing of it, while he is still struggling to adapt to life under Liam Rosenior.
The duo made the move from Gauteng to the Cape Winelands outfit during the January transfer window in pursuit of regular minutes, and have since settled into Gavin Hunt’s setup. Tiwane, in particular, has established himself as a key figure at the heart of the defence. Addressing their long-term prospects, CEO Rob Benadie has since commented on the club’s interest.
The versatile midfielder has been doing well for the Glamour Boys since getting promoted to the senior team a couple of seasons ago. However, in the ongoing campaign, he has been under sharp criticism for failing to deliver as expected, especially in the final third. 'Mdu' has been guilty of missing some big chances, and Amakhosi end up paying the price.
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