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.

Infantino defends Saudi World Cup, Trump relationship

FIFA president Gianni Infantino stood by his governing body’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, while also defending his relationship with Donald Trump.

Rodri back in training as City eye return ahead of schedule

Rodri has returned to training as the Manchester City midfielder looks to return ahead of schedule after suffering a serious knee injury in September.

Isco’s Betis upset Liga champions Real Madrid

Isco scored the winner from the penalty spot against his former side, who are level on points with league leaders Barcelona, who face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Atletico go top after Real Madrid stumble at Betis

Diego Simeone’s side scraped a nervy 1-0 win against Athletic Bilbao, fourth, to lead Barcelona and Real Madrid by two points.