Leverkusen chase ‘perfection’ as Bayern hunt resumes

Defending champions Bayer Leverkusen know they will need to be close to perfect to hunt down leaders Bayern Munich as the Bundesliga returns from a three-week winter break.

Diallo signs new Manchester United contract

Amad Diallo set his sights on making “history” with Manchester United after the Ivory Coast winger signed a new contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2030.

Everton sack manager Dyche hours before FA Cup tie

Premier League strugglers Everton sacked manager Sean Dyche on Thursday, just hours before their FA Cup third-round tie against Peterborough.

Potter: West Ham appointment feels like ‘Christmas’

Graham Potter said it felt like “Christmas for the adults” after he was named as West Ham’s new manager on Thursday, just a day after Julen Lopetegui’s sacking.

Ancelotti says Vinicius red card ban unfair

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Vinicius Junior’s two-match ban after being sent off against Valencia in La Liga is unfair.

Arsenal’s Man Utd clash headlines intriguing FA Cup clash

Arsenal and Manchester United will fight for a restorative victory in the stand-out tie of an FA Cup third round packed with potential giant-killings, a family divided and a Manchester derby with a difference.

‘Brilliant feeling’ as Cape Town shock Orlando Pirates

Cape Town City goalkeeper Darren Keet could not contain his joy on Wednesday after a shock 1-0 home win over South African Premiership title hopefuls Orlando Pirates.

Barcelona defeat Bilbao without Olmo

Young starlets Gavi and Lamine Yamal fired Barcelona, without Dani Olmo after his licence to play was revoked, into the Spanish Super Cup final with a 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.

Slot fumes after Spurs teenager Bergvall avoids red card

Liverpool boss Arne Slot slammed the controversial decision not to send off Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall before the teenager sealed a 1-0 win in the League Cup semi-final first leg on Wednesday.

Deschamps to step down after 2026 World Cup

France’s 2018 World Cup-winning coach Didier Deschamps announced on Wednesday he will leave his post after the 2026 tournament in North America.