Slot feels ‘safe’ despite Liverpool’s latest humiliation

Arne Slot insisted he is confident of avoiding the sack despite troubled Liverpool’s dismal 4-1 defeat against PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.

UCL Wrap: Guardiola gamble backfires, Chelsea dominate Barca

Pep Guardiola took the blame after his selection gamble backfired as under-strength Manchester City suffered a shock 2-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Maresca warns against Estevao’ “Messi” hype

Enzo Maresca on Tuesday played down comparisons between Estevao and Lionel Messi after Chelsea’s wonderkid scored a spectacular solo Champions League goal in a thumping 3-0 win against Barcelona.

Rashford thriving in Barcelona sunshine

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick said on Monday Marcus Rashford is benefiting from a change of scene including sunny skies in Spain, following his loan move from boyhood club Manchester United.

Memorable teammate bust-ups after Gueye sees red

Memorable teammate bust-ups after Gueye’s shocking red card

Maresca urges Chelsea’s Estevao to ignore Yamal comparisons

Enzo Maresca has played down comparisons between rival teenage wingers Estevao and Lamine Yamal on the eve of Chelsea’s Champions League clash against Barcelona.

Cristiano adds to overhead goal collection with stunner

Cristiano Ronaldo delivered another moment of pure theatre on Saturday night, rolling back the years with a breathtaking overhead kick.

Zwane signals intent to extend playing career

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Themba Zwane says he intends to continue playing professionally as long as his physical condition allows, emphasising that he alone will determine when it is time to retire.

Spurs boss bemoans lack of fight in derby humbling by Arsenal

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank issued a blunt apology to supporters after his side were humbled 4-1 by Arsenal in a North London derby described as “painful” and lacking “fight”.

CAF Wrap: Sundowns secure home win, Chiefs lose to Al masry

Mamelodi Sundowns sealed an important home victory in Pretoria as the CAF Champions League group stage kicked-off on Saturday, while Kaizer Chiefs suffered a last-gasp loss to Al Masry in the CAF Confederation Cup.