Caf asks SA to host 2019 Afcon

South African Football Association (Safa) president Danny Jordaan has confirmed that the Confederation of African Football (Caf) wants South Africa to step in as hosts of the 2019 African Nations Cup.

Mourinho won’t discuss Koulibaly rumours amid United defensive crisis

Jose Mourinho refused to discuss rumours of a bid for Kalidou Koulibaly after using two midfielders in defence in Manchester United’s draw with Southampton.

Ronaldo achieves Juve scoring feat

Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a notable landmark on Saturday when scoring his 10th goal of the Serie A season against Fiorentina.

United force a draw at Southampton

Manchester United battled back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with Southampton on Saturday in a match that will do little to ease the pressure on either Jose Mourinho or Mark Hughes.

Silva, Sterling and Gundogan guide City past Bournemouth

Raheem Sterling again proved the scourge of Bournemouth as he helped Manchester City to a 3-1 win at the Etihad Stadium.

Klopp impressed by ‘improved’ Everton

Jurgen Klopp is ready for the toughest Merseyside derby of his Liverpool tenure as they prepare to host in-form Everton at Anfield on Sunday.

Guardiola challenges Mendy to be stronger

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has urged Benjamin Mendy to become a ‘stronger’ player after being plagued by injuries since his arrival in the Premier League.

Tau, Onyango nominated for Caf POTY award

Union Saint-Gillosie forward Percy Tau and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango has been shortlisted for the 2018 African Player of the Year award.

Sanchez set for lengthy absence

Alexis Sanchez will be out for a ‘long time’ after suffering an ‘aggressive muscular injury’, according to Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho.

Caf strip Cameroon of hosting Afcon 2019

The Confederation of African Football (Caf) announced on Friday that Cameroon were stripped of the hosting rights for the African Cup of Nations in 2019 due to security and infrastructure concerns.