World Cup play-offs: Italy to face Sweden, Republic of Ireland meet Denmark

Italy have been drawn to face Sweden in the World Cup play-offs, while the Republic of Ireland face Denmark.

He is a complete forward – Zidane an admirer of Kane

Harry Kane has been linked with Real Madrid in recent months and Zinedine Zidane certainly seems to be an admirer of the Tottenham Hotspur star.

Guardiola takes pressure off De Bruyne amid Messi comparisons

Pep Guardiola has worked with Lionel Messi and Kevin De Bruyne but says the Belgian cannot yet be compared to the Barcelona superstar.

Spurs will not focus solely on Ronaldo – Pochettino

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino insisted there is more to Real Madrid than just Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League showdown with the titleholders.

United want to win everything this season – Young

Ashley Young said Manchester United are eyeing every title on offer as they continue to impress in the Premier League and Champions League.

Kane not at Ronaldo, Messi level yet – Lloris

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris praised Harry Kane and believes the forward can be among the world’s best players.

Hazard relishing City showdown after Chelsea stun Atletico

Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard was the star turn in Madrid as Chelsea came from behind to secure a memorable win over Atletico.

It’s just the beginning – Mbappe warns PSG rivals

Kylian Mbappe warned there is more to come from PSG after sweeping aside Bayern Munich 3-0 on Wednesday.

Miserable return to Paris for Ancelotti

Edinson Cavani and Neymar renewed their strike partnership in emphatic style with a goal apiece as Paris Saint-Germain brushed Bayern Munich aside in a 3-0 Champions League victory at the Parc des Princes.

Batshuayi clinches late winner at Atletico

Michy Batshuayi snatched a stunning 2-1 win for Chelsea with the last kick of the game at Atletico Madrid as Diego Costa looked on from the Wanda Metropolitano stands.