McCarthy eager to gain Hunt’s respect

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy says he is determined to beat Bidvest Wits in order to gain the respect of his former mentor Gavin Hunt.

Coutinho heaps praise on “genius” Iniesta

Barcelona attacker Philippe Coutinho hailed team-mate Andres Iniesta, labelling the club captain a ‘genius.’

I have no desire to leave City – Kompany

Vincent Kompany has no intention of leaving Manchester City even though ravaging fitness problems have ended his days of a guaranteed first-team place at the Etihad Stadium.

Sundowns to lose Nthethe, Mbekile

Agent Tim Sukazi confirmed that Thabo Nthethe and Asavela Mbekile are set to leave Mamelodi Sundowns at the end of the current season.

Chelsea will fight back – Azpilicueta

Cesar Azpilicueta believes Chelsea will recover from a poor run of form that has intensified speculation about the future of Antonio Conte.

Mahlambi has no intention of leaving – Agent

Phakamani Mahlambi agent Glyn Bikin insists that his client is determined to fight for a regular starting berth in the Al Ahly squad.

Mbappe deny claims Ronaldo on the decline

Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe dismissed suggestions Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is on the decline.

Serero won’t play for Bafana Bafana again

South African Football Association CEO Denis Mumble has confirmed that midfielder Thulani Serero will not be considered for future call-ups for Bafana Bafana.

Parker resumes training at Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs have been boosted by the return of Bernard Parker while new-signing Kabelo Mahlasela is expected to be sidelined for eight weeks.

Courtois hints at Madrid return

Thibaut Courtois is set to hold talks with Chelsea over a new contract, but the goalkeeper hinted he may seek a future move to LaLiga as his “heart is in Madrid”.