Sixth-tier Macclesfield stun FA Cup holders

Crystal Palace’s defence of the FA Cup came to an embarrassing end as they were beaten 2-1 by sixth-tier Macclesfield in the biggest shock in the competition’s history.

Salah stands between Ivory Coast and semis

Defending champions Ivory Coast face record seven-time winners Egypt in a heavyweight AFCON 2025 quarter-final that pits momentum against pedigree.

Senegal chase last-four place as Mali dig in

Mali’s discipline and resilience meet Senegal’s firepower as West Africa’s rivals clash for a place in the semi-finals.

Rosenior faces first Chelsea test in FA Cup

Former Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior takes the reigns as Chelsea manager for the first time with giant-killing danger when the Blues head to second-tier Charlton.

Tension rises for Nigerian stars ahead of AFCON last 8

Led by Osimhen and Lookman, Nigeria’s form at AFCON 2025 has created optimism ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final against Algeria despite reports of frustration in the squad.

Martinelli responds to Conor Bradley attack

Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has spoken to Liverpool defender Conor Bradley after shoving the fullback off the pitch following a serious knee injury.

Former Wolves boss takes over from Chelsea coach

Former Bournemouth and Wolves coach Gary O’Neil is heading to France to take the reigns at Chelsea’s sister club Strasbourg.

Broos: Lack of European stars holding Bafana back

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos believes South Africa’s lack of players competing regularly in Europe remains a decisive disadvantage after their AFCON 2025 exit.

Goals loom in Ivory Coast’s tense AFCON knockout

An all-West African knockout awaits as Ivory Coast face Burkina Faso with a place in the AFCON quarterfinals on the line.

Midweek blockbuster as Arsenal face Liverpool

Premier League leaders Arsenal return to the Emirates on Thursday night for a heavyweight midweek clash against Liverpool, with momentum and unbeaten runs colliding.