Dortmund through to Club World Cup last 16

A solitary first-half goal by Daniel Svensson gave Borussia Dortmund a 1-0 win against Ulsan HD on Wednesday as the Germans secured a place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup.

Star-studded Cape Town City relegated to first division

In a shocking playoff result at Olympia Park Stadium on Wednesday, Orbit College secured a 1-0 victory over Cape Town City, with a 47th-minute strike condemning the Citizens to relegation to the First Division.

Pogba set to sign two-year deal with Monaco

Former Juventus and Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has reportedly agreed to a two-year deal with AS Monaco, marking his return to Ligue 1 as a free agent.

Barcelona announce Camp Nou return for August 10

Barcelona announced on Wednesday their long-awaited return to the new Camp Nou for an August 10 friendly after years of work to expand and modernise the iconic stadium.

FIFA launch probe into Rudiger racism allegation

FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into Pachuca’s Gustavo Cabral after allegations he made a racist comment to Real Madrid’s Antonio Rudiger, the global football governing body said on Tuesday.

Mamelodi Sundowns host inspirational youth coaching clinic

In a special outreach initiative on the eve of their final group game in the Club World Cup, Mamelodi Sundowns hosted a special coaching clinic for a group of underprivileged children from the local community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Lyon appeal relegation to Ligue 2

Seven-time Ligue 1 champions Lyon said on Tuesday they would appeal their relegation to the second-tier by French football’s financial watchdog.

Neymar signs for six more months with Santos

Neymar on Tuesday extended his contract with Brazilian club Santos until the end of 2025, as he attempts to recapture his form in time for next year’s World Cup.

Benfica beat Bayern to top group C

Portugal’s Benfica beat German champions Bayern Munich 1-0 on Tuesday to book their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup and finish top of Group C.

Maresca: Prize money does not mean more pressure

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has insisted that the club’s owners are not putting extra pressure on him to win the Club World Cup as a result of the enormous financial incentives on offer at FIFA’s new tournament.