Late goals put Villa in command of Champions League tie

Two late goals, including a Marco Asensio penalty, gave Aston Villa a 3-1 win away to Club Brugge in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday.

Vinicius leads Europe with carries leading to shots or chances created

Since the 2022-23 season, Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior has led the Europes top five leagues with carries ending in a shot or chance created.

Vini: ‘Real Madrid need flawless game against Atletico’

Vinicius Junior said his team face early elimination from the Champions League if they make any mistakes against Atletico Madrid in their last-16 tie.

Preview: Can Brugge bolster home form against Villa?

Club Brugge qualified as the lowest ranked side for the UEFA Champions League knock-out play-offs as they face Aston Villa whom they narrowly defeated in November.

Watch: All free-kicks scored so far this season (Premeir League)

There have been eight goals scored directly from free-kicks in the Premier League this season from Bruno Fernandes, Cole Palmer and more.

Watch: City’s Grealish spotted looking unsteady

Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish was spotted walking unsteadily outside a pub after playing 90 minutes for City in their 3-1 FA Cup victory against Plymouth.

Guardiola rules out mass Man City clearout

Pep Guardiola says his veteran Manchester City stars have a key role to play in the club’s rebuild as he tries to recapture former glories after a chastening season.

Infantino defends Saudi World Cup, Trump relationship

FIFA president Gianni Infantino stood by his governing body’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, while also defending his relationship with Donald Trump.

Victor Osimhen too good for Manchester United’s mess

Victor Osimhen is among the most sought-after strikers in world football and has continued to impress since joining Galatasaray on loan, but the Nigerian superstar must steer clear of a potential move to Manchester United, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.

Rodri back in training as City eye return ahead of schedule

Rodri has returned to training as the Manchester City midfielder looks to return ahead of schedule after suffering a serious knee injury in September.