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.

With Ronaldo absent, Duran fails to grab chances in Iran

Without Cristiano Ronaldo, his Saudi club Al Nassr had to settle for a goalless draw at Esteghlal in Tehran on Monday in an AFC Champions League Elite last-16, first-leg tie.

Kenya appoint ex-Bafana forward McCarthy as coach

Kenya on Monday confirmed former South African striker Benni McCarthy as the east African country’s new coach on a two-year deal.

Guardiola rules out mass Man City clearout

Pep Guardiola says his veteran Manchester City stars have a key role to play in the club’s rebuild as he tries to recapture former glories after a chastening season.