Chelsea have secured the long-term future of Pedro Neto after the Portugal international put pen to paper on a bumper new contract extension at Stamford Bridge. The winger has become a central figure in the Blues' tactical revolution, flourishing under the guidance of new manager Xabi Alonso.
Bucs coach has hailed the unique creative qualities of the talented midfielder, drawing a lofty comparison to Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane. As the Buccaneers prepare for their crucial CAF Champions League encounter, the French-Moroccan tactician believes the returning midfielder possesses the rare vision required to unlock the continent's most stubborn defensive lines.
After the heavy defeat in the Champions League, Martin Demichelis is already under severe pressure at RB Leipzig. How much longer will the bosses stand by him?
Arda Güler is on the verge of signing a long-term contract extension with Real Madrid. As transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports, the agreement has been reached.
The Brazilians have finally got their man after months of speculation, and denials from Polokwane City that the 27-year-old Bafana Bafana right back was on his way to Chloorkop. Rumours reached fever pitch this week after Thabang Matuludi was spotted at a Gauteng airport on his way to complete his medical.
Brenden Aaronson has been told, by former Whites winger Jermaine Pennant, why he does not “have to be Lionel Messi” in order to become a key performer for Leeds. The USMNT star is considered to embody as an individual what his current employers are as a club. He may not be the most talented player on the planet, but he can always be relied upon to work hard.
The highly-rated coach has given the much-needed update on when the Bafana Bafana winger is likely to make his first appearance for the Soweto giants in the 2026/27 season. The 21-year-old is on a season-long loan with Bucs after a challenging spell in Saudi Arabia.
Keith Andrews has done a fine job at Brentford, in his first head coaching post, and former Bees striker Clinton Morrison has told GOAL that “a lot of other clubs higher up” will soon be “sniffing around” the 45-year-old Irishman. His present lies in west London, with a big job to oversee there, but tempting offers from afar are expected to be tabled in the near future.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has expressed his shock following pointed criticism regarding the departures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli during a hectic summer window. The Gunners boss found himself in the firing line after both players left north London under a cloud of frustration and public questioning.
The Soweto giants face a high-stakes battle to keep their continental dreams alive after a resilient La Cure Waves side touched down in South Africa with a clear message of intent. The Mauritian minnows proved they are no pushovers during a gritty first-leg stalemate, leaving the Buccaneers with plenty of work to do in front of their home crowd.
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