Watch: “For me friendly games do not exist” – Hugo Broos

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has named his team to face regional neighbours Zambia on Saturday in an international friendly ahead of the AFCON next month.

Lewa bags hat-trick as Barca capitalise on Madrid slip

Robert Lewandowski fired a stunning hat-trick as Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4–2, cutting Real Madrid’s La Liga lead to three points.

African players in Europe: Mbeumo strikes again

Take a look at the African headline makers from across European football.

Van Dijk promises Liverpool response after City defeat

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists his side will respond after their 3–0 loss to Manchester City, urging focus beyond the title race.

Talking points from GW 11 – City strike back, Estevão shines

Manchester City reignited the title race by beating Liverpool, while teenager Estevão inspired Chelsea’s latest push after Arsenal’s stumble.

Guardiola hits 1,000 as City rout Liverpool

Pep Guardiola’s milestone night turned into a celebration as Manchester City swept past Liverpool 3–0 to tighten the Premier League title race.

Inter back on top as Napoli stumble

Inter Milan moved top of Serie A with a clinical 2–0 win at Lazio, taking advantage of Napoli’s unexpected setback in Bologna.

SAFA president Jordaan could face jail time

SAFA president Danny Jordaan and Chief Financial Officer Gronie Hluyo face possible legal consequences after failing to comply with a court order to submit financial records linked to a disputed $10 million payment from the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Maresca’s rotation pays off in convincing Chelsea win

Chelsea quelled criticism of Enzo Maresca’s rotation policy with a 3-0 win against Wolves featuring the first goal of Malo Gusto’s career on Saturday.

Arsenal’s winning streak ends with Sunderland draw

Arsenal’s 10-game winning run in all competitions was ended by Brian Brobbey’s stoppage-time equaliser that salvaged a 2-2 draw for Sunderland on Saturday.