Relegation-threatened Cape Town suffer another blow

Relegation-threatened Cape Town City, runners-up in the South African Premiership three seasons ago, plunged deeper into trouble on Friday after losing 1-0 away to Richards Bay in Durban.

Maresca confident he will survive Chelsea slump

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca said he maintains the full backing of the club’s owners despite growing disquiet among the Blues’ fanbase.

Guardiola motivated for Champions League push

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said being forced to watch the Champions League latter stages from his sofa instead of the touchline is providing motivation to qualify for the competition next season.

Havertz could return for Champions League final

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he would bet on Kai Havertz returning before the end of the season as his recovery from a hamstring injury is ahead of schedule.

Moyes revolution brings out Beto’s best

Everton’s Beto has transformed under David Moyes, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most effective strikers, writes Dylan Johnson.

Goal poacher Ribeiro makes his mark in the Premiership

Brazilian Lucas Ribeiro holds a four-goal lead in the race to become the 2024/2025 Betway Premiership Golden Boot winner after scoring 13 times for leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.

Iberian coaches Cardoso, Riveiro eye top South African prize

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso and Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro of Orlando Pirates are chasing a first South African Premiership title as the season heads to a potentially thrilling climax.

Solanke sends Spurs to Europa League semis

Tottenham, struggling in the Premier League, beat 2022 Europa League winners Frankfurt in Germany to advance to the Europa League semi-finals 2-1 on aggregate.

Man Utd beat Lyon in Europa League epic

Harry Maguire headed in the winner as Manchester United produced an astonishing extra-time comeback to beat Lyon and set up a Europa League semi-final.

Madrid exposed as they struggle to accommodate Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid was envisioned to expand their Champions League domination, but he was muzzled by Arsenal as Los Blancos crashed out in the quarter-finals.