Chelsea struggling to fight on several fronts – Conte

Antonio Conte conceded that Chelsea are struggling to cope with fighting on several fronts this season after they suffered a shock defeat to Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Jali makes 100th appearance for Oostende

Bafana Bafana midfielder Andile Jali officially racked up a century of appearances for Belgian club KV Oostende on the weekend.

Ronaldo has to win Ballon d’Or, says Isco

Isco believes only Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to win the Ballon d’Or, even though he only scored his first league goal of the season on Saturday.

He is a complete forward – Zidane an admirer of Kane

Harry Kane has been linked with Real Madrid in recent months and Zinedine Zidane certainly seems to be an admirer of the Tottenham Hotspur star.

Guardiola takes pressure off De Bruyne amid Messi comparisons

Pep Guardiola has worked with Lionel Messi and Kevin De Bruyne but says the Belgian cannot yet be compared to the Barcelona superstar.

Ashley puts Newcastle United put up for sale

Mike Ashley has put Newcastle United up for sale and is said to be keen to finalise a deal before the turn of the year.

Mahrez cancels out Chadli magic

A late goal from Riyad Mahrez earned Leicester City a 1-1 draw against West Brom in Monday’s Premier League clash at the King Power Stadium.

Bafana move up in Fifa rankings

Bafana Bafana’s 3-1 victory against Burkina Faso in their World Cup qualifier earlier this month has seen them jump six spots in the most recent Fifa world rankings, which were released on Monday.

Boateng considered Bayern exit

Germany defender Jerome Boateng considered leaving Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich during the close season.

Jesus learning from Aguero and living for goals at City

Manchester City and Brazil striker Gabriel Jesus is enjoying “a great moment in my life” as the attacking spearhead for club and country.