Club World Cup riches await Africa’s best

The four African qualifiers for the revamped Club World Cup in the United States are set to become much richer, no matter how they fare in the 32-team tournament.

The ultimate test looms for FIFA’s controversial Club World Cup

With an eye-watering $1 billion in prize money, some of the biggest stars in the game and clubs competing from across the globe, FIFA’s new Club World Cup has all the ingredients to be a huge event.

Japan’s Urawa ready to make waves at Club World Cup

Japan’s best-supported club, Urawa Reds will be roared on in the United States as they face Inter Milan, River Plate and Monterrey.

Lewandowski quits after Poland coach fallout

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski said he would not play for his national team Poland so long as coach Michal Probierz remained in charge.

Nthethe sends Sundowns Club World Cup warning

Thabo Nthethe has warned Mamelodi Sundowns that no amount of domestic or continental success can fully prepare a team for the demands of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Portugal praise Ronaldo’s winning mentality

Cristiano Ronaldo’s coach and team-mates praised his leadership after Nations League final win over Spain in Munich.

Bafana Bafana held by Tanzania

Bafana Bafana were unable to maximise home advantage over Tanzania and had to settle for a 0-0 draw in Polokwane.

Jorginho signs for Flamengo

Brazil-born Italy international midfielder Jorginho has signed for Flamengo ahead of the Club World Cup following his departure from Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal.

Mbeumo should think twice about United

A move to Manchester United may be the most lucrative option on the table for Bryan Mbeumo—but it also carries the highest risk, writes Dylan Johnson.

City to sign Ait-Nouri before Club World Cup

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of fullback Rayan Ait-Nouri in time for next week’s Club World Cup.