TBT: Barca edge Sundowns in friendly

In 2007, a star-studded Barcelona squad came to South Africa to face Mamelodi Sundowns in a friendly encounter at Loftus Stadium in Pretoria.

Neymar wants Barcelona kicked out of UCL

Brazil star Neymar has called on Uefa to expel Barcelona from the Champions League in a dispute over an outstanding loyalty payment.

Barcelona may leave La Liga if Catalonia gains independence 

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed the club would have to discuss the possibility of leaving La Liga if Catalonia gained independence from Spain.

I’m going to ask Griezmann to sign for Arsenal – Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette hopes his close friendship with Antoine Griezmann can help him convince his fellow Frenchman to join Arsenal.

Zidane blames busy schedule for sluggish Real Madrid display

Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane blamed fatigue for his side’s laboured 2-0 win over Espanyol on Sunday, and admitted his concern about further burnout during the impending international break.

Ronaldo, Zidane symbols of Real’s DNA – Perez

Florentino Perez heaped praise on four-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo, labelling him the symbol of Real Madrid for his talent and ambition, while he also lauded Zinedine Zidane.

Ronaldo noncommittal about possible new Madrid deal

Cristiano Ronaldo insisted he was happy at Real Madrid, but the star forward was noncommittal about a possible contract extension.

Costa ‘cool’ with Conte as Atleti return nears 

Diego Costa insists that he leaves Chelsea with “no bitterness” towards Antonio Conte despite reports of a fractious relationship with the Italian prompting a return to Atletico Madrid.

I would get fit to help Real – Ronaldo

Brazil great Ronaldo is ready to return to fitness if struggling Real Madrid need him this season.

Atletico agree Costa deal with Chelsea

Atletico Madrid have reached a deal with Premier League champions Chelsea to sign Spanish striker Diego Costa.