Real Madrid not as good without Ronaldo – Messi

Lionel Messi is convinced Cristiano Ronaldo’s exit makes Real Madrid a ‘less good’ team and immediately transforms Juventus into one of the favourites for the Champions League.

Mosimane wants Tembo to win MTN8

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has put his side’s MTN8 defeat behind him to wish the two local coaches all the best ahead of the showpiece event.

Messi sets sights on Champions League improvement

Lionel Messi thinks Barcelona have to focus on the Champions League this season after underwhelming among Europe’s elite in each of their past three campaigns.

Mourinho is protecting United players – Matic

Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic praised manager Jose Mourinho for diverting pressure from his under-fire players.

Pule, Modiba and Mabunda replace injured Bafana stars

Bafana Bafana coach Stuart Baxter has called up Vincent Pule, Aubrey Modiba and Tiyani Mabunda to the national squad to replace the injured group of Themba Zwane, Lebo Mothiba, Bongani Zungu and Hlompho Kekana.

Zungu, Zwane withdrawn from Bafana squad

Bafana Bafana have announced that midfield duo Bongani Zungu and Themba Zwane have been withdrawn from Stuart Baxter’s squad due to injury.

South African kid pens dream Arsenal contract

Nine-year-old Jayden Adetiba has officially signed a contract with Premier League outfit Arsenal from the SuperSport United Soccer School after a successful five-week trial.

Sundowns didn’t have the legs – Pitso

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane admits his side did not ‘have the legs’ to kill off the game in the second half against Cape Town City.

Solinas defends Chiefs’ approach in MTN8 loss

Giovanni Solinas has lamented Kaizer Chiefs’ failure to reach the MTN8 final after succumbing to a 3-2 aggregate loss to defending champions SuperSport United.

I feel for Pitso and Sundowns – Benni

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy says he feels for Pitso Mosimane after eliminating Mamelodi Sundowns from the MTN8 competition on Sunday.