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Manchester City match-winner Erling Haaland has spoken out against the decision to disallow Rayan Cherki's goal against Liverpool deep in stoppage time, with Dominik Szoboszlai instead sent off for a foul in the build-up. With Haaland running through on goal, the Norwegian and Szoboszlai each took turns in pulling each other back and the City striker criticised the Premier League ruling that meant the goal was not allowed to stand, following a VAR check.

Eni Aluko has renewed her public criticism of the choice of male pundits in women's football, aiming a dig towards Ian Wright and Nedum Onuoha for their TV roles covering the Lionesses' Euro 2025 final at ITV and the BBC, respectively. This is not the first time that Aluko has called out a perceived lack of opportunities for female pundits, criticising Wright in the past for his prominent place within the women's game before issuing a public apology for her words.

Manchester United are reportedly readying a summer transfer swoop for Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali. The Red Devils will be bidding farewell to Brazilian veteran Casemiro when he hits free agency, meaning that reinforcements in the Old Trafford engine room will be sought. It is claimed that Italy international Tonali will come with a £100 million ($136m) price tag.

Luis Diaz struck a devastating hat-trick and Harry Kane scored twice from the penalty spot as Bayern Munich swept aside high-flying Hoffenheim in a 5-1 Bundesliga victory at the Allianz Arena. The visitors were given a challenging task when Kevin Akpoguma was sent off early on, but levelled through Andrej Kramaric, before Kane and Diaz took the game away from them for a comfortable victory in the end.

Manchester City are still fighting for this Premier League title. Seemingly down and out after Dominik Szoboszlai's incredible free-kick, Pep Guardiola's side pulled off a frantic comeback against Liverpool to snatch a 2-1 win and record their first victory in front of an Anfield crowd in 23 years. Erling Haaland set up the equaliser for Bernardo Silva and then sealed the win from the penalty spot to end his own poor run at the home of the Reds.

The Soweto giants scored more than once in a match for the first time in 2026, marking what on paper looks like an attacking breakthrough. However, one of their goals has been strongly contested by their Egyptian visitors. The strike came from a controversial penalty decision that has sparked some debate.

Liverpool threw away victory in the final 10 minutes against Manchester City as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat on Sunday. Dominik Szoboszlai's stunning free-kick put the Reds in front in the second half, but late goals from Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland turned the game on its head as the Reds lost ground to Manchester United and Chelsea in the top-four race.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been urged to “never stop playing football”, with fellow Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos telling the Portuguese GOAT that he needs to prolong his career for as long as possible - even if he ends up “with one leg or crawling”. CR7 has passed his 41st birthday without giving any thought to retirement and is expected to grace the 2026 World Cup.

As Amakhosi continue to chase continental glory, their bitter traditional rivals focus on domestic competitions only. The Glamour Boys will have to contend with a congested calendar, and according to the coach, there is a need to ease the burden on them. Before February ends, Chiefs would have played four games - including the Soweto derby - all in a span of days.

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha is reportedly a priority target for Real Madrid as Los Blancos eye a midfield signing ahead of next season. The 25-year-old has become one of the world's best during his time in Paris and is now believed to be top of Real Madrid's list of transfer targets as they make plans for the future, which also include the likes of Endrick and Nico Paz.

USMNT star Tim Weah admits that he was a “broken player” when joining Marseille in 2025, with “getting up in the morning” proving difficult during a testing spell at Serie A giants Juventus. The United States international, who is the son of Ballon d’Or-winning AC Milan legend George, feels that he has finally found a home in France where he can put down roots.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told that he “needs to know his place”, with the Portuguese superstar being reminded that he would have “never entered the White House” alongside President Donald Trump if it were not for the backing of the Saudi Pro League - a division that the Ballon d’Or-winning Al-Nassr striker is currently taking shock strike action against.

The Maroons' veteran coach is finding the going difficult in the continental competition and has now presided over his side's elimination and it came in humiliating fashion. He now leads his men to fully focus on domestic duties.

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson expressed his frustration at a controversial rule after his side were defeated 2-0 at home by Championship play-off rivals Millwall on Saturday and missed out on the chance to solidify their top-six place. Wrexham were forced to make two early substitutions due to injury and as only three substitution windows are permitted in one game in the EFL, they had to make their three remaining changes in one go in the 72nd minute.

The Natal Rich Boys join other clubs, including Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, in the next phase of a competition where a new champion is expected. Defending champions Kaizer Chiefs were eliminated as the remaining teams continue chasing the CAF Confederation Cup ticket by winning the annual competition.

Chelsea got back to winning ways in the Women's Super League on Sunday, beating Tottenham 2-0 to avoid inflicting further damage on their hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League. Back-to-back league defeats for the first time since 2015 and Arsenal's surprise win over runaway leaders Manchester City had left the Blues, who have won each of the last six WSL titles, outside the three European spots before kick-off in north London, but goals from Keira Walsh and Alyssa Thompson allowed them to leapfrog the Gunners into third place with seven games to go.

Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi believes that Mason Greenwood has become “a bit more human” since heading to France and leaving “difficult times” in England behind him. The former Manchester United winger has been a revelation on the field at Stade Velodrome, claiming Golden Boots honours, and boasts full support from his demanding Italian coach.

The Soweto giants are now occupying Group D top spot after edging their Egyptian visitors 2-1 in a CAF Confederation Cup match at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday. It was a crucial victory for Amakhosi as they now go into the final group game against Zamalek with fate in their hands.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has confirmed that fiancée Perrie Edwards and their young family will be moving with him to Celtic after the 32-year-old signed a six-month contract with the Glasgow giants following his release by Besiktas last summer. Little Mix star Edwards did not move full-time to Turkey with Oxlade-Chamberlain, but the former Liverpool midfielder has confirmed that she will be making the trip across the border for his next chapter.

The draw complicates Masandawana's dream of reaching the last eight and puts more pressure on head coach Miguel Cardoso. This was the third straight match where Downs dropped points after a defeat and a draw against Al Hilal in the previous two games. Should the Pretoria giants fail to advance, they will be considered architects of their own downfall, given the inconsistency in performance that they have shown.

Bryan Mbeumo has revealed the mastermind behind Manchester United’s clever corner routine that allowed him to open the scoring in a 2-0 victory over Tottenham. The Red Devils broke the deadlock from a set-piece situation, with Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo also involved. Jonny Evans, who now works alongside interim head coach Michael Carrick, helped to devise the plan.

Chelsea star man Cole Palmer interrupted his head coach Liam Rosenior’s interview while the new Blues boss praising the forward after he scored a hat-trick away at Wolves on Saturday. Palmer showed why he can never be written off and fired home two penalties and a neat finish into the top corner to earn himself the match ball all before half-time at Molineux.

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has accused Clasico rivals Barcelona of generating the “biggest scandal in the history of Spanish football”. The Blaugrana remain embroiled in the long-running Negreira case, with accusations being levelled at the Catalan giants of bribing match officials. No definitive conclusion to that saga has been reached, much to the bemusement of Arbeloa.

Olivia Smith's composed finish gave Arsenal a huge 1-0 win over Women's Super League leaders Manchester City on Sunday, providing the Gunners' push for Champions League qualification a huge boost. Renee Slegers' side, who were crowned champions of Europe last season, have now heaped the pressure on a stuttering Chelsea to keep up with them in the race for the top three, while still holding a game in hand over the rest of their rivals.

Manchester City were handed just their second defeat of the Women’s Super League season as they were outplayed by an impressive Arsenal on Sunday. The runaway leaders were well off the pace and saw their midfield bossed for much of the game by the Gunners, who ran out deserved 1-0 victors, courtesy of a first-half strike by Olivia Smith.

The burglary suffered by Maya Jama and Ruben Dias is said to have "spooked" Premier League superstars. Manchester City defender Dias and his Love Island presenter girlfriend saw their Cheshire mansion ransacked while both were out of the house. Top-flight performers in England fear that someone is tipping off those behind a string of high-profile robberies.

The Soweto outfits ended the week on the back foot following disappointing results in their respective Sunday morning fixtures. The Buccaneers were forced to settle for a single point, while Amakhosi suffered a heavy defeat in a five-goal encounter that compounded their struggles.

Social media sensation The United Strand, has confirmed that he will record himself watching Manchester United’s game against West Ham on Tuesday. The Red Devils fan, whose real name is Frank Ilett, has not cut his hair in almost 500 days after making a vow to not until the club he supports win five consecutive competitive matches – a feat that could be achieved against the Hammers.

Marc Guehi has no regrets over his collapsed move to Liverpool in the summer, insisting it was ‘God’s Plan’ that he ended up at Manchester City. The former Crystal Palace defender and captain joined Pep Guardiola’s team in January for around £20 million and has slotted straight into the starting line-up as he hunts a first Premier League title of his career.