Jones ready for Spurs showdown, says Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho believes defender Phil Jones will be ready to face Tottenham in Saturday’s blockbuster Premier League clash.

Sundowns can win TKO – Vilakazi

Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Sibusiso Vilakazi is determined to win his first piece of domestic silverware for the club, and has revealed his desire to clinch the Telkom Knockout trophy.

It’s unacceptable – Guardiola unhappy with EFL Cup match ball

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola labelled the match ball used in the EFL Cup as “unacceptable” after his side reached the quarter-finals.

Bravo saves send City through

Claudio Bravo was Manchester City’s hero, saving two spot-kicks as his side beat a brave Wolves team 4-1 on penalties to reach the EFL Cup quarter-finals.

Nketiah double books Arsenal’s EFL Cup quarter-final spot

Eighteen-year-old Eddie Nketiah scored twice as Arsenal came from behind to beat Norwich City 2-1 and book their spot in the EFL Cup quarter-finals.

Lingard double gets United back on track

Jesse Lingard was at the double as Manchester United bounced back to winning ways with a 2-0 defeat of Swansea City in the EFL Cup fourth round.

United great Giggs keen on Everton, Leicester jobs

Manchester United great Ryan Giggs has declared his interest in the Premier League managerial vacancies at Everton and Leicester City.

Our problem is converting chances – Sredojevic

Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic believes his side have a problem converting their chances, but is pleased with there overall performances.

The end of Cristiano v Messi? It’s just starting, says Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo believes his rivalry with Lionel Messi has plenty of distance left to run after scooping the Best FIFA Men’s Player award in London.

Benni lays into senior players and referee

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy cut a frustrated figure following his sides 2-1 loss against Chippa United, suggesting that the senior players and referee are to blame for the loss.