Burnley shock nine-man Chelsea

Chelsea had two players sent off as they fell to a stunning 3-2 defeat against Burnley to open their title defence.

10-man Bafana held by Zambia

10-man Bafana Bafana were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw with Zambia in the first leg of their Chan qualifier at the Buffalo City Stadium on Saturday afternoon, writes Dylan Appolis.

Benni’s CT City off to winning start

Benni McCarthy got off to a winning start as Cape Town City edged Polokwane City 1-0 in their MTN8 quarter-final encounter on Saturday afternoon, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Watford hold Liverpool in six-goal thriller

A dramatic 93rd minute equaliser by Miguel Britos ensured Watford a share of the spoils in their Premier League encounter against Liverpool.

Benni counting on former Chiefs and Pirates man

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy says he will be counting on former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates forward Lehlohonolo Majoro to be the go-to-guy for goals in the new season.

Komphela expects tough SuperSport test

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela is wary of the threat SuperSport United poses under Erick Tinkler, ahead of their MTN8 clash on Saturday.

Liverpool ‘on fire’ for season start – Can

A fully-fit Emre Can believes Liverpool’s vibrant and enthusiastic dressing room can generate a positive start to the Premier League season.

Mourinho ready for second-year success

Ahead of their Premier League opener, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is confident his side can maintain his perfect second-season record.

Arsenal edge Leicester City

Jamie Vardy’s brace appeared to have Leicester on course for victory at Arsenal, but Aaron Ramsey and Olivier Giroud stole the points.

Wits edge Arrows on penalties

10-man Bidvest Wits beat nine-man Golden Arrows 4-3 on penalties in their MTN8 quarter-final at the Bidvest Stadium on Friday night, writes Dylan Appolis.