Bale ruled out of Wales’ final WC qualifiers

Gareth Bale will miss Wales’ crucial World Cup qualifying matches against Georgia and the Republic of Ireland due to injury.

Pirates duo Kutumela, Foster nursing injuries

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that Thabiso Kutumela and Lyle Foster are currently nursing their way back to full match fitness ahead of the Fifa international break.

Cahill should be England captain, not Kane – Robson

Gary Cahill should be named permanent England captain instead of Harry Kane, according to Manchester United great Bryan Robson.

Watch: Hlanti, Gould show off their skills in training

Watch Bafana Bafana duo Sifiso Hlanti and Morgan Gould showcasing their skills during training ahead of their crucial Fifa World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso on Saturday.

Khune set to captain Bafana against Burkina Faso

Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune will captain Bafana Bafana for their crucial World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso, provided he passes his fitness test.

Bafana’s WC qualifying preparations dented

Bafana Bafana have been dealt a further blow ahead of their game against Burkina Faso, with coach Stuart Baxter confirming that they will not play in a friendly prior to the game.

Barcelona may leave La Liga if Catalonia gains independence 

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed the club would have to discuss the possibility of leaving La Liga if Catalonia gained independence from Spain.

I’m going to ask Griezmann to sign for Arsenal – Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette hopes his close friendship with Antoine Griezmann can help him convince his fellow Frenchman to join Arsenal.

Nothing but winning will convince our fans – Komphela

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela urged his side to improve their performance and become more consistent in winning games as they head into the international break.

Lukaku struggling with ankle injury

Manchester United star Romelu Lukaku is battling an ankle injury but was cleared of a fracture by Belgium medical staff.