Haaland hits three, Ronaldo misses from the spot
Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to pass 50 international goals in record time as Norway cruised to a 5-0 thrashing of Israel, while Portugal weren’t made to pay for Cristiano Ronaldo’s penalty miss.
Goalless draw dents Bafana Bafana’s World Cup hopes
A goalless draw against Zimbabwe has left Bafana Bafana’s World Cup qualification hopes on thin ice.
Algeria book their place at 2026 World Cup
Algeria secured a 3-0 victory over Somalia and qualified for the 2026 World Cup as Wolfsburg’s Mohamed Amoura combined with Riyad Mahrez to net a brace.
Saffas Abraod: Mailula arrives in Belgium to join KV Kortrijk
Former Mamelodi Sundowns’ Cassius Mailula has officially arrived in Belgium to join KV Kortrijk, following administrative delays that had postponed his integration into the squad.
Rabiot Serie A criticism lands midfielder in hot water
The CEO of Serie A has slammed French midfielder Adrien Rabiot’s comments relating to UEFA’s decision to allow AC Milan to play a league fixture in Australia.
Kane a doubt for Wales clash
England captain Harry Kane is unlikely to feature in Thursday’s friendly against Wales after the Bayern Munich superstar was unable to train this week.
Barca-icon Jordi Alba to retire at end of season
Inter Miami’s former Spanish international defender Jordi Alba has announced his decision to retire from football at the end of the ongoing MLS campaign.
Gerrard: Failed England generation ‘egotistical losers’
Former England and Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes ego and club rivalry prevented the Three Lions from winning international tournaments during his time as a player.
FIFA unveils Trionda
FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, combining high-tech refinements and design details celebrating the three co-host countries — the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Kane hints at Bayern extension as Premier League lure fades
Harry Kane is leaning toward extending his stay at Bayern Munich, with the England captain admitting his desire to return to the Premier League has cooled after settling into life in Germany.