Juventus roll the dice after costly Motta flop

Juventus have decided to gamble on their short-term future after dumping Thiago Motta in the hope of securing a spot in next season’s Champions League.

Chris Wood leaves NZ squad with injury

New Zealand qualified for the World Cup with a win over New Caledonia, but lost in-form Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood to injury.

Iwobi driving Fulham’s push for European football

Alex Iwobi has flourished under Marco Silva at Fulham, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most reliable midfielders, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.

Maignan sends France to Nations League semi’s

Goalkeeper Mike Maignan saved twice in the shoot-out as France beat Croatia on penalties, sealing a place in the last four.

Germany survive Italy scare

Germany denied a spirited second-half fightback from Italy, letting a three-goal lead slip, before reaching the Nations League semi-finals.

Portugal dump Denmark in Nations League thriller

Portugal overturned a 1-0 first leg deficit to reach the Nations League semi-finals on Sunday, winning a pulsating second leg against Denmark after extra time.

Spain oust Netherlands to reach Nations League semis

Nations League holders Spain reached the final four with a win on penalties against the Netherlands, after a thrilling quarter-final second leg.

Broos sends Bafana Bafana warning

Hugo Broos has warned his squad ahead of a key 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin.

Bayern’s Neuer suffers injury setback

Bayern Munich goalie and captain Manuel Neuer is set for a longer spell on the sidelines after reaggravating his calf injury.

Boniface ready to join Europe’s elite

Nigerian star Victor Boniface’s future is bright, but his next move will define his career, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.