Algeria seek AFCON reset under cautious Petkovic
Vladimir Petkovic refused to overpromise as he begins the task of rebuilding Algeria’s AFCON fortunes after two bruising tournament exits.
Salah admired from afar in home village as club tensions swirl
In the Nile Delta village of Nagrig, residents love local son Mohamed Salah from a distance, with ructions between the Egyptian super striker and long-time English club Liverpool doing little to dim his lustre at home.
Salah in Liverpool squad for Brighton after Slot talks
Mohamed Salah has been included in Liverpool’s squad for their Premier League match at home to Brighton on Saturday following talks with manager Arne Slot.
No doubting Man City boss Guardiola’s passion, says Toure
Pep Guardiola is as passionate and enthused as he’s ever been as he looks to regain the Premier League title, according to his Manchester City deputy Kolo Toure.
Man Utd sweat on Africa Cup of Nations trio
Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are still unsure about whether Bryan Mbeumo, Noussair Mazraoui and Amad Diallo can face Bournemouth on Monday before they depart for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Maresca ‘relaxed’ about Chelsea’s rough patch
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said he was “completely relaxed” about his side’s dip in form as he seeks greater consistency ahead of Saturday’s home match against Everton.
Fit-again Jesus can be Arsenal’s No1 one striker, says Arteta
Mikel Arteta said Friday that Gabriel Jesus has the qualities to be Arsenal’s first-choice striker following the return of the Brazil international after 11 months on the sidelines.
Liverpool boss Slot to hold talks with unhappy Salah
Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he would speak to Mohamed Salah on Friday before deciding on the forward’s availability for this weekend’s match against Brighton.
Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India ‘GOAT’ tour
Lionel Messi will unveil a 21-metre (70-foot) statue of himself in India on Saturday as he embarks on a three-day tour of the country that has sparked a fan frenzy.
Nigeria choose AFCON squad stacked with star strikers
Forwards and former CAF player of the year award winners Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman headline the 28-man Nigeria squad named on Thursday for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.