Super-sub Kane smashes Stuttgart with rapid hat-trick

Kane struck three times in the second half to crush spirited resistance from Stuttgart, while St. Pauli and Heidenheim both grabbed injury-time goals.

Trump all smiles as he wins FIFA’s new peace prize

US President Donald Trump became the first ever recipient of FIFA’s new peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw on Friday, a compensation gift for a leader who still dreams of winning the Nobel.

World Cup: Bafana drawn with Mexico, Korea and Play-off entrant

South Africa will begin their return to the world stage against co-hosts Mexico national football team, opening a 2026 World Cup campaign that brings a sense of déjà vu — mirroring their 2010 opener.

Watch: Aston Villa v Arsenal | Preview

League leaders Arsenal face 3rd placed Villa in the most high stakes game of Matchday 15.

Pirates secure Andre de Jong in high-profile acquisition

Orlando Pirates have finalised the signing of Stellenbosch FC midfielder Andre de Jong, concluding negotiations that initially stalled earlier in the season.

Watch: 2026 FIFA World Cup draw

The stage for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been set.

Super Eagles icon retires on eve of AFCON

In a shock announcement, William Troost-Ekong has ended his Nigeria career only weeks before AFCON, stripping the Super Eagles of vital experience.

League leaders Bayern face in-form Stuttgart

League leaders Bayern Munich travel to Stuttgart on Saturday, setting the scene for a battle between the Bundesliga’s two in-form goal getters: Harry Kane and Deniz Undav.

Defensive doubts for Liverpool as Villa eye Arsenal upset

Liverpool travel to Leeds this weekend with mounting questions over whether Arne Slot can stop the rot, while in-form Aston Villa take aim at Premier League leaders Arsenal.

Man United rue missed chance in West Ham stalemate

Manchester United’s issues defending a lead cost them a place in the Premier League’s top five after lowly West Ham hit back to salvage a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford on Thursday.