Giroud’s special winner lights up drab encounter

Arsenal limped past Red Star Belgrade 1-0 as Olivier Giroud’s stunning goal lit up an otherwise entirely forgettable Europa League encounter.

Matlaba predicts Gabuza to net brace in Soweto derby

Orlando Pirates captain Thabo Matlaba has made a bold prediction for the PSL encounter against Kaizer Chiefs, saying that forward Thamsanqa Gabuza will net a brace in the Soweto Derby.

I think 2-0 will do – Komphela on Soweto derby

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela believes his side will walk away with bragging rights against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby on Saturday.

Neymar plans to emulate Messi by mentoring Mbappe

The relationship between Neymar and Kylian Mbappe continues to blossom, with the Brazilian looking to follow Lionel Messi’s example in guiding the teenager.

Chiefs youngster revels in debut strike

Kaizer Chiefs youngster Siyabonga Ngezana managed to get on the scoresheet in his first-ever Absa Premiership game against Mamelodi Sundowns, and the defender dedicated his goal to chairman Kaizer Motaung.

No-one can compete with Messi – Bartomeu

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu lauded Lionel Messi for maintaining his “sublime level” after bringing up 100 European goals.

Ngoma returns to training at CT City

Cape Town City have confirmed that Aubrey Ngoma has returned to training, following a long spell on the sidelines with a knee injury.

Kane describes Ronaldo as ”role model” following shirt swap

Cristiano Ronaldo has long been an example to follow for Harry Kane, whose performances of late have led to him being mentioned in the same breath as the Real Madrid superstar.

PSL postpone Mhango-Morton case

The Premier Soccer League has confirmed that the case involving Bidvest Wits forward Gabadinho Mhango and AmaZulu midfielder Michael Morton, set for deliberation before the disciplinary committee, has been postponed.

United risk losing identity under Mourinho – Bellamy

Manchester United risk losing their identity under manager Jose Mourinho, according to former Liverpool and Manchester City forward Craig Bellamy.