11 footballers who played through the pain barrier

FourFourTwo takes a look at 11 tough footballers from around the world who have played through the pain barrier.

Rodriguez, Redmond end winless run

Jay Rodriguez scored one and assisted another as Southampton won 2-1 at relegated Middlesbrough to record their first victory in six games and move up to ninth in the Premier League.

Gordinho: We’ll keep on fighting

Kaizer Chiefs defender Lorenzo Gordinho insists that Amakhosi will continue to fight on for a place in next season’s Caf competitions.

Chelsea claims title with late Batshuayi winner

Chelsea have been crowned Premier League champions for the fifth time after substitute Michy Batshuayi struck an 82nd-minute winner against West Brom at The Hawthorns.

Arsenal are up for a top-four charge, Wenger claims

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal have the stomach to fight for a top-four Premier League finish as they prepare for Saturday’s tricky trip to Stoke City.

Mosimane: It will go down to the wire

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane predicts that the current Absa Premiership season will be decided on the final day of the season, citing the unpredictable nature of the campaign.

Roberto Carlos still baffled by Hodgson

The thunder-thighed Brazilian Roberto Carlos will always love his best bud – but he’s still baffled by Roy Hodgson.