Manchester United ‘wanted me to leave’, claims Bruno

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes told Portuguese media the Premier League club had wanted to sell him this summer after receiving interest from Saudi Arabia.

PSG ordered to pay over R1 billion to Mbappe in wage dispute

Paris Saint-Germain were ordered to pay their former forward Kylian Mbappe up to 61 million euros ($71.8 million or around R1.19 billion) in unpaid wages and bonuses by a French labour court on Tuesday.

Bafana favourites as AFCON countdown begins

Several AFCON contenders step up their final preparations as South Africa, DR Congo, Egypt and Nigeria all feature in high-profile international friendlies across the continent.

Bafana coach apologises for controversial comments

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has apologised after comments he made about young defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi sparked accusations of racism and sexism, admitting his “choice of words was not the right one”.

Former Liverpool boss makes Saudi move

Former Celtic and Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has resurfaced in the Saudi Pro League, accepting the Al Qadsiah job less than two months after leaving Scotland.

Osimhen’s rise from Lagos streets to superstardom

From selling newspapers in Lagos to leading Nigeria at AFCON, Victor Osimhen’s rise is a story of resilience, talent and unbreakable belief.

Amorim seeks clinical Man Utd after ‘crazy’ Bournemouth clash

Man United boss Ruben Amorim said his side had inspired the Old Trafford crowd in a pulsating 4-4 draw against Bournemouth, but must be more ruthless to turn draws into victories.

Maresca shuts down exit talk after turbulent weekend

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has played down fears over his future, stressing loyalty to the club following a bruising few days on and off the pitch.

Algeria pin AFCON hopes on Amoura

Mohamed Amoura is set to spearhead Algeria’s push for redemption after humiliating early exits in the last two AFCON tournaments.

African players shining in Europe before heading to AFCON

Mohamed Salah heads for Morocco this week to captain Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) amid uncertainty over his future at Liverpool. Here we highlight African headline-makers in the major European leagues: