Benni counting on former Chiefs and Pirates man

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy says he will be counting on former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates forward Lehlohonolo Majoro to be the go-to-guy for goals in the new season.

Komphela expects tough SuperSport test

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela is wary of the threat SuperSport United poses under Erick Tinkler, ahead of their MTN8 clash on Saturday.

Liverpool ‘on fire’ for season start – Can

A fully-fit Emre Can believes Liverpool’s vibrant and enthusiastic dressing room can generate a positive start to the Premier League season.

Mourinho ready for second-year success

Ahead of their Premier League opener, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is confident his side can maintain his perfect second-season record.

Arsenal edge Leicester City

Jamie Vardy’s brace appeared to have Leicester on course for victory at Arsenal, but Aaron Ramsey and Olivier Giroud stole the points.

Wits edge Arrows on penalties

10-man Bidvest Wits beat nine-man Golden Arrows 4-3 on penalties in their MTN8 quarter-final at the Bidvest Stadium on Friday night, writes Dylan Appolis.

Neymar physically ready for PSG debut – Emery

Neymar is ready to make his Paris Saint-Germain debut in Sunday’s Ligue 1 clash at Guingamp, if he receives official clearance to play, says head coach Unai Emery.

The fireworks start tomorrow – McCarthy

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy says the club have been strengthened after announcing their new sponsorship deal with SportPesa.

Liverpool reject Barcelona’s offer for Coutinho

Liverpool have released a statement in which they stress that no bids for reported Barcelona target Philippe Coutinho will be considered.

It will be a huge test – Hunt

Despite bolstering their squad and being the reigning champions of the MTN8, Gavin Hunt believes their quarter-final encounter against Golden Arrows will provide a big challenge.