Messi faces toughest foe in UCL
Barcelona against Chelsea has got everyone’s mouths watering in the Champions League last 16, but Lionel Messi would probably have preferred a different opponent.
Mweene extends Sundowns deal
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has confirmed that goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene has put pen to paper on a new contract with the club.
Morata ruled out of Huddersfield trip
Alvaro Morata has been ruled out of Chelsea’s Premier League trip to Huddersfield Town with Antonio Conte bemoaning the club’s “impossible” fixture list.
New Chippa man grateful to Pirates
New Chippa United signing Maselaelo Seanego has revealed his appreciation for the opportunity afforded to him by previous club Orlando Pirates.
United more boring under Mourinho – Van Gaal
Manchester United are playing “far more boring football” under Jose Mourinho, according to former manager Louis van Gaal, who insisted his tactical approach at Old Trafford was always attacking.
Mohamed Salah named BBC African Footballer of the Year
Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah beat off competition from Sadio Mane, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Naby Keita and Victor Moses to be crowned 2017 BBC African Footballer of the Year.
Kekana, Moloi claim monthly PSL awards
Chippa United coach Teboho Moloi and Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana were awarded the PSL coach and player of the month for November respectively.
Amajita’s Mashiane returns to face Egypt
Amajita coach Thabo Senong has made one change to his starting lineup ahead of their clash against Egypt in the Cosafa U20 Youth Championship.
UCL last 16 draw: Chelsea, Spurs handed unwelcome picks
The draw for the last 16 of the 2017-18 Champions League has been made – handing Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea particularly unwelcome picks.
City have to enjoy derby victory – De Bruyne
Kevin De Bruyne revelled in Manchester City’s “big win” over rivals Manchester United, though he insisted the runaway Premier League leaders cannot afford to be complacent.