Five areas Chiefs can fine-tune for Soweto derby

Giovanni Solinas will need to show tactical acumen if Kaizer Chiefs are to come up against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby without Khama Billiat and Lebogang Manyama, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Ronaldo gunning for more records at Old Trafford

Cristiano Ronaldo will aim to extend his strong record of scoring against former clubs as Juventus take on Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Champions League on match-day three.

My teams will never use Mourinho’s style – Xavi

Former Barcelona star Xavi says he will never coach a team to play in the same way as those managed by Jose Mourinho.

Mourinho: Ronaldo loves United but he will want to score

Jose Mourinho expects Cristiano Ronaldo to be determined to score against Manchester United, despite his love for his old club.

Pogba can’t do the basics – Souness criticises Man United star

Graeme Souness has hit out at Paul Pogba and his failure to complete basic football tasks, while claiming Manchester United have lost patience with the star midfielder.

Vidic hails Ronaldo as ultimate professional ahead of Old Trafford return

Nemanja Vidic described Cristiano Ronaldo as the perfect role model as the Manchester United great returns to Old Trafford with Juventus.

Outstanding Ozil inspires Arsenal comeback against Leicester

Mesut Ozil’s superb individual performance saw Arsenal come from behind to beat Leicester City 3-1 in the Premier League.

Saffas: Mothiba becoming household name in France

Bafana Bafana international Lebo Mothiba extended his excellent goal-scoring form, netting the winner to spoil legend Thierry Henry’s coaching debut for AS Monaco.

Liverpool star Salah had no fear during scoring drought

Mohamed Salah has insisted he never panicked during a four-match scoreless streak that ended with the winner in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Huddersfield Town.

Inter, El Clasico and more – the games Messi will miss

Barcelona has confirmed Lionel Messi is out for three weeks with a broken arm, meaning he will miss big games against Inter and Real Madrid.