I was very close to joining Everton – Giroud

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has revealed for the first time he was on the brink of joining Everton during the transfer window.

We have Cristiano Ronaldo back! – Pepe warns Switzerland

Portugal defender Pepe has warned Switzerland that Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier will be “completely different” with Cristiano Ronaldo back in the side.

Iceland become smallest nation to qualify for World Cup

Iceland will be hoping for a repeat of their Euro 2016 campaign after they booked their spot in Russia next year against the odds.

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.

We can’t keep conceding like that – Komphela

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela revealed further concern with his side’s defence, following their Macufe Cup triumph against Bloemfontein Celtic on Sunday afternoon.

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.

Safa takes action against poor officiating

The South African Football Association (Safa) has taken disciplinary action against the officials in the PSL encounter between Cape Town City and Polokwane City at the Cape Town Stadium.