Slot demands better from Liverpool
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said “results don’t lie” after a three-game losing streak as he called for defensive improvements ahead of Manchester United’s visit to Anfield on Sunday.
Cape Verde erupts in celebration after first WC qualification
A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde’s capital Praia recently after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time.
Liverpool’s lasting advantage, Postecoglou under pressure, Semenyo’s spark
Liverpool will be desperate to recapture their spark against bitter rivals Manchester United this weekend but Ruben Amorim’s men will harbour hopes of pinching a rare win at Anfield.
Barcelona count on Yamal comeback for Girona showdown
Injury-hit Barcelona expect to have Lamine Yamal back fit to face Girona in La Liga on Saturday, in a welcome boost as the Catalans aim to bounce back from a damaging defeat with the Clasico in their sights.
Dier set to miss Spurs reunion after hamstring injury
Monaco defender Eric Dier, who injured his right hamstring during training on Thursday, is likely to miss next week’s reunion with former club Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League, according to sources close to the club.
Leverkusen went in ‘wrong direction’ under Ten Hag
Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes said on Thursday that it was clear from early on that the club were going in the “wrong direction” under former coach Erik Ten Hag.
Pickford signs new Everton contract
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has signed a new four-year contract at Everton, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.
Watch: Teko reflects on Bafana’s World Cup qualification
Teko Modise outlines the main factors driving Bafana Bafana’s World Cup qualification and recent resurgence.
Liverpool owners vow ‘work isn’t done’
Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group say their “work isn’t done” yet, despite returning the club to the top of English and European football as they marked 15 years at Anfield on Wednesday.
De Jong pens new Barca deal to 2029
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong signed a new deal until 2029, the Spanish champions announced on Wednesday.