Amorim seeks clinical Man Utd after ‘crazy’ Bournemouth clash

Man United boss Ruben Amorim said his side had inspired the Old Trafford crowd in a pulsating 4-4 draw against Bournemouth, but must be more ruthless to turn draws into victories.

African players shining in Europe before heading to AFCON

Mohamed Salah heads for Morocco this week to captain Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) amid uncertainty over his future at Liverpool. Here we highlight African headline-makers in the major European leagues:

Guardiola hails Man City’s ‘big statement’ in win at Palace

Pep Guardiola claimed Manchester City had made a “big statement” in the Premier League title race with their 3-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

Mohamed Salah will be out of sight but not out of mind over the next few weeks while Manchester City are showing ominous signs that they are finding top gear in the Premier League.

Mbeumo faces double Cameroon challenge at AFCON

Manchester United star Bryan Mbeumo must handle the twin challenges of scoring and captaincy when playing for Cameroon at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco this month.

City smash Palace to fire title warning, Villa extend streak

Manchester City thumped Crystal Palace 3-0 on Sunday to move back to within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal as Aston Villa kept up their surprise title charge.

Two own goals save Arsenal blushes against Wolves

Arsenal avoided a major embarrassment against bottom club Wolves, benefiting from two own goals – one in stoppage time – to move five points clear of Manchester City.

Salah admired from afar in home village as club tensions swirl

In the Nile Delta village of Nagrig, residents love local son Mohamed Salah from a distance, with ructions between the Egyptian super striker and long-time English club Liverpool doing little to dim his lustre at home.

Salah in Liverpool squad for Brighton after Slot talks

Mohamed Salah has been included in Liverpool’s squad for their Premier League match at home to Brighton on Saturday following talks with manager Arne Slot.

No doubting Man City boss Guardiola’s passion, says Toure

Pep Guardiola is as passionate and enthused as he’s ever been as he looks to regain the Premier League title, according to his Manchester City deputy Kolo Toure.