Neymar needed to step out of Messi’s shadow – Pele

Pele believes Neymar made the right decision to step out of Lionel Messi’s shadow at Barcelona and join Paris Saint-Germain.

Wenger not giving up on Lemar pursuit

Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Arsenal bid €100-million for Thomas Lemar, and the Gunners boss will renew his interest in the Monaco superstar when the transfer window reopens.

Van Nistelrooy impressed by Lukaku

Manchester United legend Ruud van Nistelrooy is impressed with Belgium international Romelu Lukaku’s start to life at Old Trafford.

Mukumela expects tough competition for starting berth

Mamelodi Sundowns young defender Thendo Mukumela says he is ready and looking forward to fighting for a place in the Brazilians starting line-up.

Europe move important for Manyama – Mosimane

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane believes that Lebogang Manyama’s move to Konyaspor was the best move for the Bafana Bafana attacking midfielder.

Coutinho stay crucial for Liverpool – Garcia

Former Liverpool star Luis Garcia believes keeping Barcelona target Philippe Coutinho at the club was vital for the Premier League side.

Modise expects ”tough” England clash

Amajita captain Malebogo Modise says his side can expect an even tougher clash against England when the two sides meet in the Tri-Nations on Monday.

Ozil hits back at Arsenal legends

Mesut Ozil has called on his critics to “stop talking and start supporting” after a number of former Arsenal players predicted the club would struggle this season.

Listen: Baxter explains Bafana shock defeat

Listen to what Bafana Bafana head coach Stuart Baxter had to say after his side suffered a 2-1 defeat against Cape Verde in their Group D Fifa World Cup qualifier at the Nacionale Stadium in Praia.

Ratings: Bafana Bafana vs Cape Verde

FourFourTwo.co.za rates the individual performances of Bafana Bafana players, following their 2-1 defeat against Cape Verde in their Fifa World Cup qualifier on Friday.