Gabriel Jesus is Brazil’s ‘new Ronaldo’ – Dani Alves

Dani Alves has anointed Brazil team-mate Gabriel Jesus as “the new Ronaldo” ahead of Tuesday’s friendly against England at Wembley.

Baxter wants Bafana to thrive against Senegal

Stuart Baxter says its important for Bafana Bafana to finish their campaign with a flourish ahead of their dead rubber clash against Senegal on Tuesday.

Serero hits back at Bafana – I would rather sit at home in Holland

Thulani Serero has explained his decision to snub Bafana Bafana, saying that he would rather sit on his sofa at home in Netherlands than sit on the bench for the national team.

Ventura on the brink as Azzurri miss first World Cup in 60 years

Italy will miss out on the World Cup for the first time in 60 years as Sweden secured a precious goalless draw that punched their ticket to Russia thanks to a 1-0 aggregate win.

Emotional Buffon confirms international retirement

Gianluigi Buffon fought back tears as he confirmed his retirement from international football following Italy’s shock failure to qualify for Russia 2018.

De Bruyne ‘really doesn’t care’ about Messi, Ronaldo comparisons

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne says being compared to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo means nothing to him.

Rashford reveals Ronaldo inspiration as England prepare for Brazil clash

Brazil great Ronaldo remains an inspiration for Marcus Rashford, who is preparing to face the Selecao with England on Tuesday.

No dead-rubber matches – Baxter

Stuart Baxter has suggested that Bafana Bafana will honour their encounter against Senegal by playing to win the match, despite having already failed in their bid to qualify for World Cup.

Batistuta annoyed ”extra-terrestrial” Messi broke his record

Argentina great Gabriel Batistuta conceded that he was annoyed Lionel Messi broke his goal-scoring record, but was glad it was surpassed by an “extra-terrestrial”.

George Maluleka aims to up consistency, goal tally

George Maluleka has revealed his desire to be more consistent in his game, in addition to scoring more goals for Kaizer Chiefs.