Gerrard ‘a big, big believer’ in under-pressure Klopp

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard insists he has total faith in manager Jurgen Klopp’s ability to bring success to the club.

Bale ruled out of Wales’ final WC qualifiers

Gareth Bale will miss Wales’ crucial World Cup qualifying matches against Georgia and the Republic of Ireland due to injury.

Cahill should be England captain, not Kane – Robson

Gary Cahill should be named permanent England captain instead of Harry Kane, according to Manchester United great Bryan Robson.

Watch: Hlanti, Gould show off their skills in training

Watch Bafana Bafana duo Sifiso Hlanti and Morgan Gould showcasing their skills during training ahead of their crucial Fifa World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso on Saturday.

Barcelona may leave La Liga if Catalonia gains independence 

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed the club would have to discuss the possibility of leaving La Liga if Catalonia gained independence from Spain.

I’m going to ask Griezmann to sign for Arsenal – Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette hopes his close friendship with Antoine Griezmann can help him convince his fellow Frenchman to join Arsenal.

Lukaku struggling with ankle injury

Manchester United star Romelu Lukaku is battling an ankle injury but was cleared of a fracture by Belgium medical staff.

Watch: Basetsana cruise past Namibia

Watch highlights of Basetsana’s 4-0 thrashing of Namibia in the second leg of their Fifa World Cup qualifier at the Sam Nujoma Stadium on Sunday.

Juventus rule out January bid for Liverpool’s Can

Juventus CEO Giuseppe Marotta does not expect the Serie A champions to make a January bid for Liverpool midfielder Emre Can.

Zidane blames busy schedule for sluggish Real Madrid display

Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane blamed fatigue for his side’s laboured 2-0 win over Espanyol on Sunday, and admitted his concern about further burnout during the impending international break.