Messi already playing under new contract – Bartomeu

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed five-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi is already playing under the terms of his new contract.

Fifa shakes up World Cup draw method

Fifa has confirmed that all four pots for the 2018 World Cup finals draw will be allocated based on the governing body’s world rankings.

Chiefs’ defence intercepted everything – McCarthy

Cape Town City head coach Benni McCarthy says he is not surprised that Steve Komphela opted to take a more defensive approach against his side on Wednesday.

Sanchez still trying to recapture form – Wenger

Arsene Wenger said want-away star Alexis Sanchez is still to recapture his best form after an interrupted start to the season, despite leading Arsenal past Cologne in their Europa League opener.

Khune sings Chiefs’ fans praises

Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune lauded the Amakhosi faithful, following their 2-0 victory against Cape Town City on Wednesday evening.

Sanchez inspires Arsenal to victory in Europa League

Alexis Sanchez put his off-field problems aside to help Arsenal kick off their Europa League Group H campaign with a 3-1 win over Cologne following a one-hour delay due to crowd congestion.

Atalanta 3 Everton 0: La Dea thrive on European return

Atalanta celebrated their first European match in 26 years with a comprehensive 3-0 home win over an outclassed Everton in the Europa League.

PSL confirm MTN8 final date and venue

The Premier Soccer League confirmed that the 2017-18 MTN8 final between Cape Town City and SuperSport United will be held at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.

Benni: Khune is Bafana’s greatest-ever

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy heaped praise on Itumeleng Khune following his man-of-the-match performance for Kaizer Chiefs in their win against the Citizens.

De Bruyne one of the best I’ve ever seen – Guardiola

Pep Guardiola hailed Kevin de Bruyne as “one of the best players I’ve ever seen in my life” after the Belgium international was instrumental in Manchester City’s 4-0 Champions League demolition of Feyenoord.