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Villa face Chelsea test as Premier League title race heats up

Aston Villa face a tough challenge at Chelsea on Saturday after muscling their way into the Premier League title race alongside Arsenal and Manchester City.

Spurs captain Romero facing increased ban after red card

Cristian Romero could be hit with an extended suspension after he was charged by England’s ruling Football Association with failing to leave the field and acting in an “aggressive” manner when he was sent off against Liverpool last Saturday.

African football bows to pressure with AFCON change

The decision by African football bosses to change the Africa Cup of Nations from a biennial competition to a tournament held every four years has been met with a mixed reaction on the continent with some seeing it as simply caving in to pressure from European clubs and FIFA.

Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win

Amad Diallo and Riyad Mahrez starred as defending champions Ivory Coast and former winners Algeria had contrasting victories on Wednesday when the first round of African Cup of Nations (AFCON) group matches concluded in Morocco.

In-form Gabon ready to test shaky Cameroon

Cameroon’s AFCON 2025 campaign begins under immediate pressure as they face an in-form Gabon side in a demanding Group F opener that also includes holders Ivory Coast.

Real Madrid forward Endrick moves to Lyon on short-term loan

Lyon have formally announced the acquisition of Real Madrid forward Endrick on a loan basis until the conclusion of the current season.

Champions Ivory Coast eye strong AFCON start

Ivory Coast begin their AFCON 2025 title defence against Mozambique knowing expectation, rather than surprise, now follows them into every group match.