Arsenal vs Qarabag

Alexandre Lacazette’s first Europa League goal of the season secured Arsenal a straightforward 1-0 home win over Qarabag as Unai Emery took the opportunity to blood young and returning players in a pressure-free match.

Sundowns draw Chippa, Leopards host Bucs in Nedbank Cup

Orlando Pirates will travel to Black Leopards while Chippa United welcome Tshwane giants Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup last 32.

Giroud spares Sarri’s side in lacklustre draw

Olivier Giroud came off the bench to salvage an under-strength Chelsea a laboured 2-2 draw at Vidi in the Europa League on Thursday.

Amajita crowned Cosafa Cup champions

Amajita claimed their seventh U20 Cosafa Cup title after defeating Zimbabwe 4-3 on penalties.

We scored two goals and lost 2-1! – Mourinho

Jose Mourinho was left to rue Phil Jones’ own goal and a lack of intensity as Manchester United ended the Champions League group stage with a 2-1 loss to Valencia.

Ernst Middendorp addresses Kaizer Chiefs’ wastefulness

Ernst Middendorp acknowledged that Kaizer Chiefs need to work on their finishing following their inability to add to their solitary strike in the 1-0 victory against SuperSport United.

Real Madrid don’t have an attitude problem – Marcelo

Real Madrid star Marcelo denied the Champions League holders have an attitude problem after sinking to a new European low.

Gordinho finally returning to Chiefs

Defender Lorenzo Gordinho will make his much-anticipated return to Kaizer Chiefs following his loan spell at Bloemfontein Celtic, according to agent Mike Makaab.

Now the beautiful part starts – Ronaldo ready for Champions League knockout stage

Cristiano Ronaldo is relishing the “beautiful part” of the Champions League and is confident Juventus will be ready for the last 16 despite their shock defeat at Young Boys.

Middendorp praises Booysen, Cardoso

Kaizer Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp reserved special praise for defensive duo Daniel Cardoso and Mario Booysen in the club’s 1-0 victory against SuperSport United.