Zidane hits the stage as Algeria name squad
The Zidane surname returns to international football after Luca Zidane was selected for Algeria’s 2025 AFCON campaign.
Two own goals save Arsenal blushes against Wolves
Arsenal avoided a major embarrassment against bottom club Wolves, benefiting from two own goals – one in stoppage time – to move five points clear of Manchester City.
Liverpool win as Ekitike steps up, Salah assists
Hugo Ekitike led the scoring and Salah created a goal as Liverpool secured a victory over Brighton at Anfield.
Palmer leads Chelsea back to winning ways
A clinical finish from Cole Palmer lifted Chelsea past Everton, easing pressure after a frustrating run of results.
Algeria seek AFCON reset under cautious Petkovic
Vladimir Petkovic refused to overpromise as he begins the task of rebuilding Algeria’s AFCON fortunes after two bruising tournament exits.
Salah admired from afar in home village as club tensions swirl
In the Nile Delta village of Nagrig, residents love local son Mohamed Salah from a distance, with ructions between the Egyptian super striker and long-time English club Liverpool doing little to dim his lustre at home.
Salah in Liverpool squad for Brighton after Slot talks
Mohamed Salah has been included in Liverpool’s squad for their Premier League match at home to Brighton on Saturday following talks with manager Arne Slot.
No doubting Man City boss Guardiola’s passion, says Toure
Pep Guardiola is as passionate and enthused as he’s ever been as he looks to regain the Premier League title, according to his Manchester City deputy Kolo Toure.
Man Utd sweat on Africa Cup of Nations trio
Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are still unsure about whether Bryan Mbeumo, Noussair Mazraoui and Amad Diallo can face Bournemouth on Monday before they depart for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Maresca ‘relaxed’ about Chelsea’s rough patch
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said he was “completely relaxed” about his side’s dip in form as he seeks greater consistency ahead of Saturday’s home match against Everton.