Bakayoko in contention for Chelsea debut at Spurs

Tiemoue Bakayoko’s Chelsea debut may come sooner than planned, with Antonio Conte admitting he may have to risk the midfielder due to a lack of alternative options.

We can’t afford to lose – Mphahlele

Kaizer Chiefs defender Ramahlwe Mphahlele is hoping his side can get off to a positive start in their Absa Premiership opener against Bloemfontein Celtic on Sunday.

United are no dream team, warns Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has warned against making Manchester United favourites for the Premier League title, following their opening-day thrashing of West Ham.

Manyisa, Lebese capable of starting – Mosimane

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane says he could start new signing Oupa Manyisa and George Lebese against SuperSport United at the at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday.

EPL preview: What will and won’t happen

Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea meet in the first heavyweight clash of the new season, as Spurs host their opening Premier League game at Wembley.

Benni off to winning start in PSL

Benni McCarthy won his first-ever Absa Premiership game as coach, with Lehlohonolo Majoro’s strike proving to be the difference between Bidvest Wits and Cape Town City, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Pienaar wants to emulate Benni

Steven Pienaar hopes to have the same impact at Bidvest Wits as Benni McCarthy when he helped Orlando Pirates seal the double treble.

Pirates to announce new captain

Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic is expected to announce the new club captain ahead of their Absa Premiership clash against Chippa United on Saturday.

Klopp: Coutinho has no reason to leave Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp sees no reason for any player to leave Liverpool at the moment as Barcelona continue to target Philippe Coutinho.

Motuang: Doc Khumalo remains a Chiefs legend

Kaizer Motaung says Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo’s decision to leave the club came as a result of him wanting to follow his dreams.