Masuluke’s goal makes final-shortlist for Puskas award

Baroka goalkeeper Oscarine Masuluke has been shortlisted alongside Olivier Giroud and Deyna Castellanos for the prestigious Fifa Puskas Award.

McClean breaks Welsh hearts

James McClean was the hero as the Republic of Ireland secured a tense 1-0 victory over Wales in a shoot-out for a World Cup play-off spot at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Mustafi faces long spell out with hamstring injury

Joachim Low revealed Shkodran Mustafi tore his thigh muscle in Germany’s comprehensive 5-1 World Cup qualifying win over Azerbaijan on Sunday.

Italy great Pirlo to retire from football

Italy great Andrea Pirlo has confirmed he will retire from football when his New York City contract expires in December.

Neymar wants Barcelona kicked out of UCL

Brazil star Neymar has called on Uefa to expel Barcelona from the Champions League in a dispute over an outstanding loyalty payment.

Watch: Khune urges fans to get behind Bafana

Watch Itumeleng Khune call on fans to come out and support Bafana Bafana when they take on Senegal in their must-win Fifa World Cup qualifier on Friday.

Drogba hails Salah after leading Egypt to first WC since 1990

Didier Drogba lauded former teammate Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool and Egypt star guided his country to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.

Maritzburg’s Dlamini passes away after car accident

Maritzburg United midfielder Mlondi Dlamini has passed away after being involved in a car accident on Sunday afternoon. 

Tabarez defends Messi as Argentina threaten to miss WC

Oscar Tabarez does not believe failure to qualify for the World Cup would leave a stain on Lionel Messi’s illustrious career. The Uruguay boss insisted the five-time Ballon d’Or winner cannot do it all on his own for Argentina.

Juve to offer ”priceless” Dybala a new contract

Argentine forward Paulo Dybala will get his wish as Juventus prepare to offer the forward a blockbusting new deal in order to ward off any potential suitors.