AnalysisN. GirmaNaomi Girma crucial to USWNT's success, short and long-termThe 24-year-old center back is poised to be a key presence and trusted leader for Hayes' squad for the next decade
Goal/GettyLiverpoolA. Slot'They're both human!' - Slot on Salah & Mbappe penalty missesArne Slot believes Kylian Mbappe and Mohamed Salah showed they are "human" after each missing penalties during Liverpool's clash with Real Madrid.
Getty Images SportK. MbappeReal MadridMbappe torn to shreds as he sees DREADFUL penalty savedReal Madrid fans tore Kylian Mbappe to shreds as the forward saw his dreadful penalty saved by Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher in the Champions League.
Getty Images/GoalF. WirtzL. MessiWirtz emulates the GOAT as he matches Messi's European recordFlorian Wirtz matched Lionel Messi's European goal tally after a stellar Champions League display against Red Bull Salzburg.
GettyPlayer ratingsReal MadridMbappe hits new low at Madrid in damaging Liverpool lossThe attacker started in his favoured left-wing role but flopped in the kind of game he was supposed to help his new team win as Real were outplayed
GOALPlayer ratingsOpinionBring on City! Mac Allister stars as Liverpool humble MadridThe relentless Reds sent a message to their Premier League title rivals by taking the European champions apart at Anfield
AFPPSV EindhovenUSAUSMNT's Pepi scores UCL winner for PSV, Tillman notches braceTillman recorded a late brace, and Pepi scored the game winner against their Ukranian opposition with the final touch of the match
AFPPlayer ratingsAston VillaMiraculous Martinez earns Villa a point against JuventusThe Kopa Trophy winner paraded his award before the game and showed why was named the world's best goalkeeper as Villa drew 0-0 with the Bianconeri
Getty Images SportUSAC. Carter-VickersVIDEO: USMNT's Carter-Vickers scores dreadful own-goal in UCLAfter some miscommunication with goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel, Carter-Vickers accidentally put the ball in his own net.
(C)Getty ImagesLeicesterPremier LeagueVan Nistelrooy lands PL job after Man Utd exitRuud van Nistelrooy has landed a Premier League job as he is set to be named as Leicester City's new manager.
BackpagePremier Soccer LeagueKaizer Chiefs'Chiefs are dangerous vs small teams, but won't beat Sundowns & Pirates! They can only win wooden trophies'The Soweto giants rode over their numerical disadvantage to record victory against the Natal Rich Boyz in Limpopo.
@Manchester City Manchester CityPremier LeagueNadal pays visit to struggling Man City squad Tennis legend Rafael Nadal dropped in to pay a visit to Manchester City stars at the City Football Academy.
Getty Images SportChelseaC. NkunkuMaresca speaks out on Nkunku links with Man UtdEnzo Maresca insists he wants to keep Christopher Nkunku amid links to Manchester United, as he has explained his lack of league minutes this season.
AnalysisUSL ChampionshipPlayoff drama, more fans, more potential - upshot of 2024 USLGOAL looks at the 2024 USL Championship season after a campaign that was as eye-raising as it was gripping
AFPBayern Munich vs Paris Saint-GermainBayern Munich'Referee did not make it easy for us' - PSG captain Marquinhos pins blame on refereePSG captain Marquinhos has blamed the referee for their painful 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
ChelseaE. MarescaChelsea leave host of first-team stars for ECL trip to Heidenheim Enzo Maresca has left out several Chelsea first-team stars including Enzo Fernandez & Pedro Neto for the Conference League trip to Heidenheim.
Getty/InstagramReal MadridChampions League'I'm actually getting to play golf!' - Bale aims dig at criticsGareth Bale has aimed a dig at his Real Madrid critics as he revealed he is "actually getting to play golf" in retirement.
AFPSlovan Bratislava vs AC MilanSlovan Bratislava'He has no idea how good he is' - Abraham awestruck by Leao's masterclass in UCLAC Milan striker Tammy Abraham was in complete awe of Rafael Leao after the Portuguese put on a splendid display in the Champions League.
BackpagepixPremier Soccer LeagueKaizer Chiefs vs Richards BayMaart-inspired Chiefs beat Richards Bay to snap three-match winless runThe Glamour Boys bounced back to winning ways in style as they secured a win over Natal Rich Boys despite being numerically disadvantaged.
BackpagepixPremier Soccer LeagueChippa United vs SiwelelePSL Wrap: Cape Town City ease woes as Polokwane squander chance to edge closer to PiratesPremier Soccer League action resumed in midweek after a long break as teams bid to play catch up with leaders the Buccaneers.
Getty Images SportB. FernandesR. AmorimFernandes reveals the key role he wants to play under AmorimBruno Fernandes is ready to shoulder a key role under Ruben Amorim as the new Manchester United boss gears up for Old Trafford bow.
Getty Images SportArsenalM. ReteguiArsenal send scouts to watch Atalanta striker ReteguiArsenal have sent scouts to watch Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui as they aim to sign a centre-forward in January.
AFPBayern Munich vs Paris Saint-GermainBayern Munich'PSG are boring and not a single player excites me' - Petit slams French giantsFormer France international Emmanuel Petit expressed his disappointment at PSG following their 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
(C)Getty ImagesE. ten HagManchester UnitedHiddink explains where Ten Hag went wrong at Manchester United Guus Hiddink explained where Erik ten Hag went wrong at Manchester United as he pointed out a key mistake in the Dutchman's approach.
AFPTransfersBundesligaBad news for Madrid and Bayern? Surprise twist in Wirtz transfer sagaBayer Leverkusen's new plan for Florian Wirtz might put a spanner in the works for the likes of Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City.
GettyManchester UnitedPremier LeagueMan Utd slammed for 'offensive' mid-season ticket price hikesManchester United have been criticised for raising ticket prices during the season, eliminating concessions for children and over-65s.
AnalysisR. PepiThe Rondo: Prolific Pepi, MLS finals ... and mashed potatoes?GOAL US writers discuss the craziness of the football calendar, including MLS, Pepi, Reyna ... and stuffing?
GettyJ. MusialaBayern MunichMusiala reveals shock reason for Bayern move from ChelseaJamal Musiala has revealed that Brexit played a key role in his move from Chelsea to Bayern Munich.
Stellenbosch FCCAF Confederations CupStade Malien vs Stellenbosch FC🎥 | Stephens beaten twice as Stellenbosch start CCC Group B campaign with defeat to Stade MalienAn early and late goal handed the Malian champions a deserved victory against the PSL outfit.
Getty Images SportJ. BellinghamLiverpoolBellingham's going nowhere! Real star rules out Liverpool transfer Jude Bellingham is looking forward to staying at Real Madrid for the next "10-15 years" as he effectively ruled out a future Liverpool transfer.