Arsenal survive Ostersunds scare to progress

Arsenal booked their place in the last 16 of the Europa League with a 4-2 aggregate victory against Ostersunds, despite losing 2-1 to the Swedes in the second leg on Thursday.

Fred stunner gives Shakhtar win

Fred’s wonderful free-kick earned Shakhtar Donetsk a 2-1 victory over Roma in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 encounter at the Oblasny SportKomplex Metalist on Wednesday.

Resolute United keep Sevilla at bay

David de Gea produced a string of saves to ensure Manchester United held out for a 0-0 draw against a spirited Sevilla side in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 encounter on Wednesday.

Stars earn a point at Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns had to settle for a point against Free State Stars after playing out to a 1-1 draw at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in the Absa Premiership on Wednesday, writes DYLAN APPOLIS.

Mourinho indicates Pogba ready to face Sevilla

Jose Mourinho has indicated Paul Pogba will be ready to face Sevilla on Wednesday in the away first leg of Manchester United’s Champions League last-16 tie.

Mulenga set to miss Chippa clash

Orlando Pirates new signing Augustine Mulenga is set to miss their Absa Premiership encounter against Chippa United on Sunday.

Conte defends “incredible” Christensen

Andreas Christensen cost Chelsea victory against Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, but Antonio Conte hailed the defender’s “incredible” performance.

Chelsea are not just about Hazard – Rakitic

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic is wary of Eden Hazard, but warned his team there was more to Chelsea than just the star attacker.

Shonga eager to play alongside Mulenga

Orlando Pirates striker Justin Shonga says he is looking forward to playing alongside teammate and countryman Augustine Mulenga. 

Salah feels Klopp deserves more credit

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah paid tribute to Jurgen Klopp, saying the manager’s tactics had led to his incredible form this season.