Frank stands by decision as Spurs falter

Thomas Frank defended Tottenham’s decision to sell Brennan Johnson after Mohammed Kudus was injured during a deflating 1-1 draw against Sunderland that ended with jeers from frustrated fans on Sunday.

Amorim questions United hierarchy amid tensions

Ruben Amorim warned Manchester United’s hierarchy to “do their job” after Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Leeds, insisting he must be allowed to work without interference. Amorim raised doubts about his long-term United future in a spikey press conference that hinted at rifts behind the scenes at Old Trafford.

Diaz goal sends Morocco into AFCON quarters

Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz maintained his goal-a-game record at the Africa Cup of Nations by scoring to take Morocco into the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Tanzania in Rabat on Sunday.

City stumble against Chelsea, Fulham snatch late draw with Liverpool

Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge suffered a huge setback as managerless Chelsea salvaged a dramatic 1-1 draw, while Harrison Reed’s stunning last-gasp strike gave Fulham a 2-2 draw against Liverpool on Sunday.

Tanzania’s fairytale meets Morocco’s title push

AFCON 2025 hosts Morocco continue their knockout push on Sunday evening as they face Tanzania in the round of 16 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.

Broos demands ruthless Bafana against Cameroon

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has warned there will be no room for sentiment when South Africa face Cameroon in their Africa Cup of Nations last-16 clash in Rabat on Sunday night.

Late goals lift Barcelona seven points clear

Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski’s late strikes helped Barcelona snatch a 2-0 win at Espanyol on Saturday to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga, with coach Hansi Flick left thanking his goalkeeper Joan Garcia.

Arsenal stretch Premier League lead as Villa win

Arsenal fought back from a goal down to beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday, stretching their lead at the top of the Premier League as Aston Villa extended their winning run at home.

Senegal launch AFCON knockouts against Sudan

Senegal open the AFCON knockout phase as heavy favourites against Sudan, with history, form and squad depth pointing firmly toward the Lions of Teranga.

New year, new twists in Serie A

AC Milan set the pace as Serie A returns, with Inter, Napoli and Roma all under pressure in a weekend that could reshape the title race.