La Liga president Javier Tebas has thrown his full support behind Barcelona midfielder Rodri to secure the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The league chief believes the Spaniard’s heroic efforts during the recent World Cup have made him the clear frontrunner for football's most prestigious individual accolade.
The Tshwane giants edged the Betway Premiership new boys to move level on points with defending champions Orlando Pirates. Downs secured maximum points at home with goals from two former Stellenbosch FC attackers.
The treble-winning striker has received a glowing endorsement from former Mamelodi Sundowns star Sandile Ndlovu, who believes the forward is destined to be the Betway Premiership top goalscorer this season. The former Richards Bay man has hit the ground running with the Buccaneers, showing the clinical edge required to thrive at a massive club.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has finally broken his silence regarding the long-standing transfer links that once threatened to take him to Barcelona. Speaking at the Gran Gala del Calcio, the Argentine striker confirmed that the interest from the Catalan giants was far more than just paper talk.
Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has moved to allay fears regarding his health after confirming he is set to undergo a minor heart procedure. The Scotland international also addressed his long-term future at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, admitting that formal discussions over a new contract have yet to take place.
Former England striker Peter Crouch has tipped Chelsea to cause a major upset against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this weekend, predicting a high-scoring thriller. Despite the Gunners' perfect start to their Premier League title defence, Crouch believes the resurgent Blues have the attacking tools to dismantle the reigning champions.
Barcelona star Dani Olmo has admitted his confusion regarding the circumstances that prevented Argentina international Julian Alvarez from joining the Catalan giants this summer. Despite the striker's apparent desire to move to the Spotify Camp Nou, Atletico Madrid remained steadfast in their refusal to negotiate with a direct domestic rival.
Moments before the close of the transfer window, FC Schalke 04 completed the signing of Hee-chan Hwang. How tight the operation was has now been revealed by sporting director Frank Baumann.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has heaped praise on Arsenal's recruitment strategy, identifying Christos Tzolis as the standout piece of business in the Premier League. The Greek international arrived at the Emirates Stadium in a deal worth £34m, and his early performances have already sparked comparisons to some of the club's most iconic attackers.
Pape Matar Sarr has expressed his immense pride after completing a deadline-day move to Juventus, identifying Paul Pogba as the player he looks up to most. The Senegalese midfielder joins the Bianconeri from Tottenham Hotspur on an initial loan deal as the Italian giants look to bolster their engine room.
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