Platini: ‘FIFA owed me this money’

Michel Platini, the former head of UEFA, told a Swiss appeals court earlier this week, that FIFA “owed” him the two million Swiss francs (R36 million) at the heart of the case.

Young Gunners fire Arsenal into UCL box seat against PSV

Arsenal’s teenage duo Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri combined to help the Gunners to an imperious 7-1 Champions League last-16 first leg advantage over PSV Eindhoven.

Diaz earns Real lead on Atletico in UCL derby clash

Real Madrid claimed a small edge on city rivals Atletico Madrid with a tight 2-1 Champions League last-16 first leg win on Tuesday.

Howe: ‘Unique’ Isak will be back for Newcastle soon

Eddie Howe calmed fears over Alexander Isak’s fitness but said he would not take risks over his star forward at such a critical stage of the season.

Du Preez hands Chiefs much needed win over Magesi

Kaizer Chiefs bounced back to winning ways in the Betway Premiership when they claimed a 1-0 win over Magesi FC at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday evening.

Late goals put Villa in command of Champions League tie

Two late goals, including a Marco Asensio penalty, gave Aston Villa a 3-1 win away to Club Brugge in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday.

Vinicius leads Europe with carries leading to shots or chances created

Since the 2022-23 season, Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior has led the Europes top five leagues with carries ending in a shot or chance created.

Vini: ‘Real Madrid need flawless game against Atletico’

Vinicius Junior said his team face early elimination from the Champions League if they make any mistakes against Atletico Madrid in their last-16 tie.

Preview: Can Brugge bolster home form against Villa?

Club Brugge qualified as the lowest ranked side for the UEFA Champions League knock-out play-offs as they face Aston Villa whom they narrowly defeated in November.

Preview: Chiefs, Magesi look on improving their form

After dismantling Supersport United, Magesi FC currently in the relegation zone will look to escape that pit with a win against Kaizer Chiefs on Tuesday night.