From debutants to finalists: how the Scorchers rewrote Malawi’s football story at WAFCON 2026
Malawi’s women arrived in Morocco in July as Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) debutants and left as the story of the tournament. By...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother criticises ‘ungrateful’ Portugal after son leaves camp
Dolores Aveiro, the mother of Cristiano Ronaldo, has criticised what she sees as a lack of appreciation for her son in Portugal following his...
Barcelona tie down Xavi Espart with new contract until 2030
Barcelona have secured the future of Xavi Espart by extending the young player’s contract until the summer of 2030. The agreement, announced by the...
Friday’s football fixtures: Saudi Pro League, La Liga and European action on 9 October
Domestic football returns on Friday, 9 October 2026, with league fixtures in Spain, France and Germany, alongside another round of matches in the...
Former Barcelona winger Tello says Yamal would not have started in 2012
Christian Tello believes Lamine Yamal would have struggled to secure a regular starting place for Barcelona in 2012 because of the quality of the...
Erling Haaland back on Barcelona and Real Madrid’s transfer radar
Barcelona continue to monitor Erling Haaland’s situation at Manchester City, viewing the Norway striker as a potential future market opportunity,...
Bayern Munich talks continue as Manchester United prospect JJ Gabriel favours Real Madrid and Barcelona
Bayern Munich have held further discussions with representatives of Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel, but the German club have yet to...
Julian Alvarez ends agent relationship after Atletico Madrid future disappointment
Julian Alvarez has ended his professional relationship with agent Fernando Hidalgo after almost a decade, following his disappointment with the way...
Cristiano Ronaldo could face reduced ban after Portugal departure
Cristiano Ronaldo is serving a temporary international suspension, but the Portugal captain could receive a reduced final punishment after the...
Saudi FA deny Giorgos Donis dismissal, but Herve Renard precedent raises fresh doubts
A statement confirming Giorgos Donis will remain in charge of Saudi Arabia has failed to end speculation over the Greek coach’s future, with the...
Infantino seeks African backing with FIFA funding pledges ahead of election
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has promised continued investment in African football as he seeks to strengthen support among the continent’s...
Ronaldo celebrates Saudi Arabia’s Gulf Cup triumph with Al Nassr team-mates
Cristiano Ronaldo joined in the celebrations after Saudi Arabia were crowned champions of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, congratulating the five Al...
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates Saudi Arabia's Gulf 27 triumph with Al Nassr team-mates
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr's celebrations after Saudi Arabia won the 27th edition of the Arabian Gulf Cup, congratulating the club's players...
Aleksander Ceferin to seek final UEFA term, ruling out FIFA challenge
Aleksander Ceferin has confirmed he will stand for a final term as UEFA president, ending speculation that he could challenge Gianni Infantino for...
Ceferin chooses final UEFA term instead of challenging Infantino for FIFA presidency
Aleksander Ceferin will seek a final term as UEFA president, ending speculation that he could stand against Gianni Infantino in the next FIFA...
Saudi Arabia’s Donis uncertainty raises questions ahead of Asian Cup
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation’s consideration of dismissing Georgios Donis, even though no decision was ultimately made, has highlighted...
Saudi Arabia's Donis dilemma raises questions over Asian Cup plans
Saudi Arabia's decision to consider dismissing Greece coach Georgios Donis, despite ultimately not making the change, has exposed deeper concerns...
Ronaldo's mother says Portugal has failed to value the Al-Nassr captain
Dolores Aveiro, the mother of Cristiano Ronaldo, says her son has not received the recognition he deserves from the Portuguese public after his...
Barcelona secure Xavi Espart's future with new contract until 2030
FC Barcelona have extended Xavi Espart's contract until the summer of 2030, rewarding the defender's rapid progress into Hansi Flick's first-team...
Saudi Pro League returns with Al Nassr, Al Ahli and European football on Friday
Friday, 9 October 2026, brings a new set of fixtures across the Saudi Pro League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga and Botola Pro as domestic football...
Lamine Yamal would not have started for Barcelona in 2012, says Cristian Tello
Former Barcelona winger Cristian Tello believes Lamine Yamal would have struggled to secure a place in the club's starting XI in 2012, when the...
Barcelona and Real Madrid keep watch on Manchester City striker Erling Haaland
Barcelona continue to view Erling Haaland as a potential future signing, while Real Madrid are also monitoring the Manchester City striker's...
Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel favours Real Madrid and Barcelona despite Bayern talks
Bayern Munich have stepped up their efforts to sign Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel by holding further discussions with the teenager's...
Arsenal teenager Max Dowman earns three Guinness World Records
Max Dowman has been recognised by Guinness World Records for three achievements during his breakthrough season with Arsenal. The 16-year-old was...
Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel wanted by Real Madrid and Barcelona
Manchester United youth-team player JJ Gabriel is planning to continue his career in Spain, with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing to sign the...
Cristiano Ronaldo returns as Al Nassr prepare for Al-Diriyah derby
Al Nassr have recovered several key players for Friday’s Riyadh derby against Al-Diriyah in the Roshn Saudi League, although Saudi Arabia defender...
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al Nassr returnees for Riyadh derby against Al-Diriyah
Al Nassr will welcome back several key players for Friday's Riyadh derby against Al-Diriyah in the Roshn Saudi League, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao...
Julian Alvarez ends agent relationship after Barcelona move fails to materialise
Julian Alvarez has ended his professional relationship with agent Fernando Hidalgo after almost a decade of working together, with the Atletico de...
Cristiano Ronaldo could return for Portugal's next Nations League matches under minimum ban
Cristiano Ronaldo is currently serving a temporary international suspension after leaving Portugal's training camp in Denmark last week, but he...
Saudi Arabia's Donis future remains uncertain despite dismissal denial
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has denied reports that Greece manager Georgios Donis is set to be dismissed, but the statement has not ended...
Infantino promises continued FIFA investment in Africa ahead of presidential election
Gianni Infantino has sought to strengthen his support among Africa's football associations by promising continued FIFA investment in the continent,...
Glasner urges swift final decision in Manchester City case
Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner has warned of the consequences the Manchester City case could have for the Premier League and called...
Everton midfielder Martin Sheriff fined €6,000 by FA over betting breaches
Everton midfielder Martin Sheriff has admitted an offence relating to betting and been fined €6,000 by the Football Association (FA), according to...
Liverpool v Manchester City: Police increase security over bus attack fears
English police have increased security measures ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League meeting with Manchester City amid fears the visiting team’s bus...
Frank Lampard says Manchester City titles ‘remain in the memory’ amid possible punishment
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard says Manchester City’s Premier League titles would “remain in the memory” if the club were stripped of them for...
Leeds boss Daniel Farke assesses Arsenal challenge ahead of Premier League clash
Leeds head coach Daniel Farke has assessed the quality of their forthcoming Premier League opponents, Arsenal. The Peacocks will travel to face the...
Virgil van Dijk outlines his expectations of Liverpool team-mates
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken about the standards expected of the club’s players. The Netherlands defender was appointed captain of...
Van Dijk expects emotional farewell when Liverpool departure arrives
Virgil van Dijk says his eventual departure from Liverpool will be marked by an “emotional day”, with the defender’s contract due to expire at the...
Burkina Faso unveils 20-team Ligue de la souverainete to strengthen football pathway
Burkina Faso's government has approved plans for a new 20-team competition, the Ligue de la souverainete, aimed at expanding high-level football...
Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifiers: Burkina Faso women take 2-0 half-time lead
Burkina Faso are 2-0 ahead of Equatorial Guinea at half-time in their second-round Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying tie at Stade du 4-Aout on...
Burkina Faso take control against Equatorial Guinea in Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying
Burkina Faso secured a two-goal advantage in their Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying tie by beating Equatorial Guinea 3-1 at the Stade du 4-Aout...
Burkina Faso launches ‘Ligue de la souverainete’ to strengthen football pathway
Burkina Faso’s government has approved the creation of the “Ligue de la souverainete”, a new competition designed to expand high-level football...
Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifiers: Burkina Faso women lead Equatorial Guinea 2-0 at half-time
Burkina Faso’s women are 2-0 ahead of Equatorial Guinea at half-time in their second-round Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying tie at Stade du...
Burkina Faso take control against Equatorial Guinea in Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifiers
Burkina Faso made a strong start to the second round of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying campaign with a 3-1 win over Equatorial Guinea at...
Bayern prepare new Michael Olise contract
Bayern Munich are working to secure Michael Olise's long-term future as Real Madrid continue to be linked with the France international. According...
Motsepe backs Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will stage the 2027 Africa Cup of...
Drama as Senegal lawyer ‘lies down’ during CAS hearing over AFCON final
A dramatic incident reportedly occurred during Thursday’s Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing over the disputed 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...
CAF president Patrice Motsepe backs Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host Africa Cup of Nations 2027
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reaffirmed that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, despite...
Zakaria El Ouahdi remains doubtful for Hoffenheim
Hamburger SV are facing a late fitness concern over Zakaria El Ouahdi ahead of Saturday's Bundesliga trip to TSG Hoffenheim. The 24-year-old...
Barcelona agree contract extension with defender Xavi Espart until 2030
Barcelona have reached an agreement to extend defender Xavi Espart’s contract until 2030, the club have confirmed. The 19-year-old, who came...
Joan Garcia a doubt for Barcelona’s La Liga match against Getafe
Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia could miss Saturday’s match against Getafe as he continues to experience pain in his knee, according to Marca....
Monaco v Toulouse: unbeaten leaders backed in Ligue 1 clash despite tempting draw odds
AS Monaco will look to extend their unbeaten start to the 2026-27 Ligue 1 McDonald’s season when they host Toulouse FC at Stade Louis II on...
AS Monaco v Toulouse FC: Draw priced at 4.47 for Ligue 1 meeting
AS Monaco return from the international break as Ligue 1 McDonald's leaders and the division's only unbeaten side, hosting Toulouse FC at Stade...
Arda Guler named Real Madrid’s player of September
Real Madrid have named Turkiye midfielder Arda Guler as their best player for September. Guler featured in four La Liga matches for the club during...
Preview: PSG face Le Mans as they look to close five-point gap on Monaco
Paris Saint-Germain host promoted Le Mans at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, 10 October 2026, in the sixth round of Ligue 1, with kick-off...
PSG v Le Mans: Enrique expected to rotate squad for French championship meeting
Paris Saint-Germain are expected to make several changes when Le Mans visit the Parc des Princes on 10 October 2026 for a 18:45 GMT kick-off in the...
Real Madrid backed to edge Villarreal as 3.4 correct-score tip attracts interest
Real Madrid will look to recover from their 2-1 derby defeat by Atletico de Madrid when they host Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday, 10 October...
Real Madrid tipped to beat Villarreal as 3.4 scoreline emerges for La Liga clash
Real Madrid will look to respond to their 2-1 derby defeat by Atletico de Madrid when they host Villarreal on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 19:00...
Napoli contract talks with Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa stall over salary demands
Negotiations between Napoli and Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa have hit a significant obstacle, with the two sides unable to agree on the Cameroon...
Napoli contract talks with Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa stall over wage demands
Negotiations between Napoli and Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa have reached an impasse, with the two parties unable to agree on the Cameroon...
Manchester United consider January move for Sevilla FC midfielder Youssouf Fofana
Manchester United are considering an approach for Youssouf Fofana during the January transfer window after the midfielder made an early impression...
Manchester United consider January move for Sevilla midfielder Youssouf Fofana
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to make an approach for Youssouf Fofana in January after the midfielder's impressive start to life at...
PSG host Le Mans as champions look to close five-point gap
Paris Saint-Germain welcome Le Mans FC to the Parc des Princes on Saturday, 10 October 2026, in the sixth matchday of Ligue 1. Kick-off is...
PSG set for Le Mans test with changes expected in both starting line-ups
Paris Saint-Germain host Le Mans at the Parc des Princes on 10 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:45 GMT in the sixth round of the French...
Manchester United and Tottenham’s summer plans under scrutiny at Old Trafford
Manchester United and Tottenham meet at Old Trafford on Saturday with contrasting summer transfer strategies under examination after both clubs...
Bologna sign former Inter defender Matteo Darmian on free transfer
Bologna have completed the free-transfer signing of experienced defender Matteo Darmian after his departure from Serie A champions Inter at the end...
Manchester United make contact over Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane
Manchester United have enquired about Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane as they assess the possibility of a January move for the...
Napoli consider 3-4-2-1 switch after international-break injury blow
Napoli manager Massimiliano Allegri is considering changing to a back three for Saturday’s Serie A meeting with Frosinone after a number of...
Messi hailed as ‘greatest of all time’ by Argentina’s Serie A stars
Lionel Messi has been thanked by Argentina’s Serie A players after ending his international career, with Inter forward Lautaro Martinez calling him...
Milan consider Nico Paz-style agreement to bring Endrick from Real Madrid
Brazil international Endrick has told Milan they would be his preferred destination if Real Madrid agree to send him out on loan again in January,...
Terem Moffi returns to full Hamburg training
Terem Moffi has taken another important step in his recovery from a knee problem and is now back in full team training with Hamburger SV. The...
Barcelona face Getafe with perfect start at stake as Raphinha awaits injury update
Barcelona host Getafe at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday afternoon looking to extend a five-match winning run and maintain their unbeaten start to...
Tashreeq Matthews unfazed by criticism ahead of MTN8 final
Mamelodi Sundowns winger Tashreeq Matthews says he refuses to let outside criticism affect him as he prepares for Saturday's MTN8 final against...
Black Queens take commanding lead over Mauritius in Olympic qualifying tie
The Black Queens moved within one step of the next round of the African qualifiers for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games after beating Mauritius...
Ghanaâs Black Starlets begin 2026 WAFU Zone B U17 preparations in Ouagadougou
Ghana’s Black Starlets have started their preparations in Ouagadougou for the 2026 WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, the tournament that...
Milan consider Endrick loan deal modelled on Real Madrid’s Nicolas Paz agreement
Milan are considering a deal for Endrick based on the arrangement Real Madrid used when Nicolas Paz joined Como, according to La Gazzetta dello...
Liberia-born Martin Sherif fined £5,000 over 61 football betting breaches
Everton forward Martin Sherif has been fined £5,000 after admitting to 61 breaches of the Football Association's betting regulations. The...
Jeremiaha Maluze makes progress but misses Leipzig clash
Jeremiaha Maluze is making progress in his recovery from a thigh injury, but the Eintracht Frankfurt defender will not be available for Saturday's...
Inter set to hand Ivan Provedel debut against Parma
Inter head coach Cristian Chivu is planning to rotate his goalkeepers for the club’s next two matches, according to Calciomercato. Ivan Provedel is...
Five facts you need to know ahead of the Orlando Pirates-Mamelodi Sundowns MTN8 final
The MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns promises plenty of history and unfinished business when the two South African giants...
Jose Mourinho reveals Roma board tensions after 2023 Europa League final
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has spoken about the damage caused to his relationship with Roma’s leadership after the club’s defeat by...
Borussia Dortmund aim to maintain perfect start against unbeaten Werder
Borussia Dortmund will host Werder in the opening match of the fifth round of the Bundesliga on 9 October, with Nico Kovac’s side attempting to...
Kane and Olise want to stay at Bayern Munich long term, says Rummenigge
Bayern Munich supervisory board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says Harry Kane and Michael Olise intend to remain with the German club for the long...
Borussia Dortmund favourites to maintain perfect Bundesliga start against Werder
Borussia Dortmund will look to make it five Bundesliga wins from five when they host Werder in the fifth round of the season. Dortmund are the only...
Borussia Dortmund interested in RB Salzburg striker Karim Konaté
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly monitoring RB Salzburg striker Karim Konaté as they consider their attacking options ahead of a potential move in...
Michael Olise’s representatives consider Real Madrid interest as Bayern contract talks stall
Michael Olise’s future has emerged as a key talking point in the transfer market, with Bayern Munich yet to make the progress they want in...
Michael Olise would leave Bayern Munich only for Real Madrid – reports
Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Olise would consider leaving the club only if Real Madrid made a serious move for him, according to Sky Sport...
Galatasaray step up Victor Osimhen recovery bid for Barcelona showdown
Galatasaray are working to have Victor Osimhen fully fit for their crucial UEFA Champions League meeting with Barcelona next Tuesday, with the...
Premier League: Erling Haaland and Bruno Fernandes among 16 players facing injury doubts
Premier League clubs are preparing to return to action after a three-week international break during which 16 players sustained injuries. The...
Omar Abdel Aziz rested by Zamalek ahead of Al Ahly derby
Zamalek goalkeeper Omar Abdel Aziz has been given a break from first-team training before Sunday's Cairo derby against Al Ahly. The two sides meet...