WATCH: Real Madrid star nets hat-trick

Spain U21 kicked off their UEFA European Under-21 Championship with a 5-0 thrashing against Macedonia, but it was Real Madrid star Marco Asensio who grabbed the limelight with a world-class hat-trick.

Laffor: We’re here to win, not draw

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Anthony Laffor says he is confident that his side will overcome Esperance when they meet in the reverse fixture of their Caf Champions League campaign.

Perez to remain Madrid president until 2021

Real Madrid have announced that Florentino Perez will stay on as president until 2021 after his candidacy was unopposed.

Chile edge Cameroon in Confed Cup

Chile recorded a 2-0 win over Cameroon in Sunday’s Confederations Cup encounter courtesy of late Arturo Vidal and Eduardo Vargas goals.

Portugal, Mexico play out thrilling draw

Cristiano Ronaldo could not inspire Portugal to victory in their Confederations Cup debut as they drew 2-2 with Mexico on Sunday thanks to Hector Moreno’s late goal.

AC Milan open to swap Donnarumma for Ronaldo

AC Milan sporting director Massimiliano Mirabelli has told Real Madrid president Florentino Perez he is ready to discuss a player exchange deal involving Gianluigi Donnarumma and Cristiano Ronaldo.

McCarthy calls ex-players to do more in football

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Fabian McCarthy has urged former players to get back into football and help the future stars develop as players.

Gerrard backs Liverpool for 2017-18 success

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard believes “success is around the corner” for the Reds if they manage to improve their record against the smaller teams.

Russia make confident start to Confed Cup

Russia cruised to a comfortable 2-0 win over New Zealand as the hosts made a confident start to the Confederations Cup.

Juventus reject Chelsea offer for Alex Sandro

Juventus general director Giuseppe Marotta has claimed the Turin giants have turned down a big-money offer from Chelsea for Alex Sandro.