Pogba unfairly judged because of transfer fee – Lloris

France and Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris leapt to the defence of Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba amid criticism.

Essien tells Loftus-Cheek to stay and fight for Chelsea chance

Michael Essien has told Ruben Loftus-Cheek to stay at Chelsea and fight for his place after a frustrating start to the season.

Mourinho charged for post-match comments by FA

Manchester United’s late win over Newcastle United in the Premier League may have come at a cost for Jose Mourinho.

Birthday boy Ozil is the most creative player in Europe

Mesut Ozil seems to frustrate Arsenal fans as much as thrill them, with many citing his lack of consistency since his arrival in 2013.

Van Dijk fit for Liverpool return – Koeman

Virgil van Dijk is fit to feature in Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on Saturday, according to Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman.

Baxter likens Lebo Mothiba to Alan Shearer

Bafana Bafana coach Stuart Baxter heaped praise on RC Strasbourg striker Lebo Mothiba by comparing him to Premier League all-time top scorer Alan Shearer.

The Messi, Ronaldo era is phenomenal – Guardiola

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola believes the football world is witnessing an era of ‘two phenomena’ with the exploits of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Henry signs three-year Monaco deal

Having started his playing days with Monaco, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry will now begin his managerial career with the French Ligue 1 club.

Salah suffered strain not rupture, says Egypt assistant

Liverpool will be breathing a sigh of relief after Egypt confirmed Mohamed Salah’s injury is not a serious one.

Kroos: Sane spurred on by World Cup snub

Leroy Sane feels motivated by missing out on Germany’s World Cup squad and the criticism levelled at him by compatriot Toni Kroos.