Sixth-tier Macclesfield stun FA Cup holders
Crystal Palace’s defence of the FA Cup came to an embarrassing end as they were beaten 2-1 by sixth-tier Macclesfield in the biggest shock in the competition’s history.
Real Madrid not ‘kamikaze’ with Mbappe health – Alonso
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said he could take a controlled risk with Kylian Mbappe’s fitness ahead of the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday against Barcelona, but would not be “kamikaze”.
Fletcher defends United academy after Amorim criticism
Manchester United interim boss Darren Fletcher said Friday that the club’s academy is one of the best in the world after recent critical comments from sacked manager Ruben Amorim.
Shock as Wrexham knock Nottingham Forest out of FA Cup
Wrexham’s fairytale ride under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continued as they knocked Premier League Nottingham Forest out of the FA Cup with a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout win on Friday night.
Watch: Highlights Mali v Senegal
Senegal beat 10-man Mali 1-0 in their Afcon quarter-final played in Tangiers on Friday. Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye scored the winner.
Watch: Highlights Cameroon v Morocco
Goals from in-form Brahim Diaz and Ismael Saibari sealed a 2-0 win for Afcon hosts Morocco over Cameroon in their quarter-final clash at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Friday night.
Hosts Morocco and Senegal into Afcon last four
Hosts Morocco kept their dream of winning the Africa Cup of Nations in front of their own fans alive with a 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the quarter-finals on Friday, while Senegal saw off neighbours Mali to reach the last four.
Rosenior faces first Chelsea test in FA Cup
Former Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior takes the reigns as Chelsea manager for the first time with giant-killing danger when the Blues head to second-tier Charlton.
Tension rises for Nigerian stars ahead of AFCON last 8
Led by Osimhen and Lookman, Nigeria’s form at AFCON 2025 has created optimism ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final against Algeria despite reports of frustration in the squad.
Martinelli responds to Conor Bradley attack
Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has spoken to Liverpool defender Conor Bradley after shoving the fullback off the pitch following a serious knee injury.