Former Amakhosi star Mokete Tsotetsi has delivered a scathing assessment of the club's current defensive struggles, claiming the backline lacks the requisite confidence and leadership. The retired defender, who now coaches at the University of Free State, voiced his concerns following a series of shaky performances from the Soweto giants’ defence.
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has offered a blunt assessment of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s potential as a regular midfielder following his experiment in the Champions League. The England international was deployed in the engine room during Los Blancos' narrow victory over Inter Milan, sparking renewed debate over his best position.
The African champions have emerged as the frontrunners to secure the signature of highly-rated Colombian midfielder Josen Escobar. The Tshwane giants appear to be the only club willing to meet America de Cali's strict demands for a permanent transfer rather than a loan arrangement.
Federico Valverde has conceded that Real Madrid failed to follow Jose Mourinho's tactical orders during their Champions League victory over Inter. Despite securing three points at the Bernabeu, the Uruguay international was highly critical of his team's second-half performance after letting their Italian opponents back into the contest.
Harry Kane has his “hat in the ring” when it comes to Ballon d’Or recognition, ex-England striker Andy Cole has told GOAL, but the prolific Bayern Munich striker is not considered to be a guaranteed pick for Golden Ball glory in 2026. The Three Lions captain does figure on the list of nominees, but faces fierce competition from the likes of Rodri, Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Michael Olise and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
The battle for the Germany goalkeeper spot is as open as it has been for a long time. Under the new Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp, Borussia Dortmund loanee Diant Ramaj can suddenly also harbour justified hopes.
Luka Modric has proven once again that age is just a number after the midfield maestro confirmed his intention to continue playing for both AC Milan and the Croatian national team. As he celebrates his 41st birthday, the veteran remains a pivotal figure for club and country, defying expectations of a post-World Cup retirement.
The Pyramids FC head coach has reacted to the news of “Jingles” taking over the South African national team. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician expressed his desire to reunite with his compatriot when Bafana Bafana travel to Egypt for an upcoming international fixture.
Xabi Alonso has delivered a ruthless assessment of Chelsea’s squad depth by banishing one of the club's most expensive young prospects from first-team duties. The Spaniard, who has enjoyed a mixed start to life at Stamford Bridge, made it clear that certain players will have to look elsewhere for minutes as he refines his tactical project in west London.
Less than 24 hours after the news broke that the Buccaneers were on the verge of securing a surprise new addition comes the announcement that the deal for the versatile 23-year-old Marumo Gallants midfielder was done, and Daniel Msendami and Abdoulaye Mariko were headed the other way.
The “shared legacy” that exists between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi means that both men will want to reach 1,000 competitive career goals, former MLS star Shaka Hislop has told GOAL. CR7 is closest to hitting that milestone at present, while turning out for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, but a fellow GOAT on the books of Inter Miami is not far behind.
Cristian Chivu refused to let a narrow defeat dampen his spirits after Inter fell to a 2-1 loss against Real Madrid in their Champions League opener. The Nerazzurri boss insisted he saw enough quality and character at the Santiago Bernabeu to remain optimistic about his side's European journey this season.
Nicolas Jackson has opened up on his pride after netting his first goal for Aston Villa during a pulsating 3-2 victory over Club Brugge. The Senegalese striker played a pivotal role as Unai Emery’s side secured a winning start to their UEFA Champions League campaign in Belgium.
Manchester United icon Ryan Giggs has opened up about a desperate, failed attempt to persuade Elliot Anderson to snub a move to Manchester City in favour of a switch to Old Trafford. The former Welsh international revealed that he relentlessly "peppered" the midfielder during a chance encounter on a golf course, only to be told to mind his own business by the now-City star.
Joey Veerman produced his first masterstroke in Borussia Dortmund’s 3-2 win against FC Villarreal in the Champions League. He could be exactly the player Borussia Dortmund and their coach have been missing in order to play more creative and more attractive football.
The 29-year-old has opened up about the significant mental shift that allowed him to salvage his career at Chloorkop. After a testing period on the sidelines that saw him miss out on the 2026 World Cup, the defender is finally showing the form that made him a priority signing for the Brazilians.
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