Valverde salutes ‘extraordinary’ Messi ahead of 600th Barca game

Lionel Messi is in line to make his 600th Barcelona appearance in Saturday’s La Liga clash with Sevilla and an astonished Ernesto Valverde said he has “run out of adjectives for him.”

Zungu to miss first clash against Senegal

The South African Football Association (Safa) has confirmed that Bafana Bafana midfielder Bongani Zungu will not be available for selection for the first-leg 2018 World Cup qualifier against Senegal.

Ronaldo rested for Portugal friendlies

Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the Portugal squad for the friendly matches with Saudi Arabia and the United States. The Real Madrid star, who has scored only one goal in La Liga this season, was omitted by head coach Fernando Santos, along with fellow experienced forwards Ricardo Quaresma and Nani. Monaco forward Marcos Lopes leads a quartet of… Read more →

Benni McCarthy praises Teko Modise

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy has lavished praise on veteran midfielder Teko Modise, saying that he now plays a massive role in the team.

I should cry every week about injuries, says Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho claims he should complain publicly about injuries more often to earn sympathy in what appears to be another jibe aimed at Chelsea’s Antonio Conte.

Manchester City are the best team in Europe, claims Pochettino

Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino believes Manchester City are the best team in Europe following their immense start to the season.

Komphela not overtaxing players

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela admits that he has been cautious with the treatment of his players as he looks to get the best from his injury-plagued squad.

Ngele receives work permit, set for Sundowns return

Mogakolodi Ngele could feature for Mamelodi Sundowns against Bidvest Wits in their next league encounter after receiving his permanent residence permit.

Kane urges Alli to stay calm as Spurs eye silverware

Tottenham star Harry Kane warned teammate Dele Alli to keep his cool if Spurs are to win titles this season.

Evra dismissed before kick-off after appearing to kick Marseille fan

Patrice Evra remarkably became the first player to be sent off before kick-off in a Europa League game after appearing to kick a fan in a pre-match altercation.