Baxter: We will give the Super Eagles a game

Stuart Baxter says he is looking forward to stamping his authority as the new Bafana Bafana coach when they take on Nigeria in the Afcon qualifiers in June.

Wenger rules out Arsenal swoop for Pickford

Arsene Wenger insists Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is not on Arsenal’s radar, as the Gunners already have plenty of options between the posts.

Stand-in Romero shines in De Gea’s absence

Sergio Romero staked his claim in David de Gea’s absence as he pulled off a string of superb stops – including an early penalty save – to help Manchester United claim a 0-0 Premier League draw at Southampton.

Klate and Keene lead Wits to title

Goals by James Keene and Daine Klate helped Bidvest Wits to a 2-0 win against Polokwane City to clinch the Absa Premiership title on Wednesday night at the Bidvest Stadium, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Maritzburg end Sundowns title hopes

Mamelodi Sundowns FC fought back to secure a 2-2 draw with Maritzburg United at the Lucas Moripe Stadium, but it wasn’t enough to keep their title hopes alive. DYLAN APPOLIS reports.

Mosimane: We must beat Maritzburg

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has stressed the importance of garnering victory against Maritzburg United tonight if they are to retain the Absa Premiership title.

Coutinho is Liverpool’s Hazard – Mignolet

Simon Mignolet has hailed Philippe Coutinho’s creativity and feels the Brazilian international is as important for Liverpool as Eden Hazard is to Chelsea.

Malajila, Ngele expected to make Downs return

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed that Cuthbert Malajila and Mogakolodi Ngele are set to make a return to Chloorkop, following their loan spell at Bidvest Wits.

Batshuayi convinced of progress despite frustrations

Michy Batshuayi concedes that there have been frustrations during his maiden campaign at Chelsea, but the striker is confident the experience will stand him in good stead.

Zabaleta proud of ‘wonderful nine years’ at City

Pablo Zabaleta thanked Manchester City for making him a better player and a better person as he bade a poignant farewell to the Etihad Stadium after the 3-1 win over West Brom.