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Fifa break puts wind in Chilli Boys' sails — Truter

Gianni Infantino is increasingly likely to secure re-election for a fourth term as Fifa president due to the lack of a heavyweight rival

Infantino could pull off 'Houdini' act as critics struggle for candidate

Gianni Infantino is on track to secure re-election as FIFA president for a fourth term as rivals struggle to mount a credible challenge despite…

Manchester City's Italian manager Enzo Maresca celebrates on the pitch after the English Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield in Liverpool, on October 11, 2026.

Man City, PSG clash at contrasting time for state-backed projects

Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain face off in the Champions League under vastly different circumstances, with City confronting a critical…

Atletico Madrid's Argentine coach Diego Simeone shouts instructions to his players.

Atletico consistency highlights Man United instability since Ferguson

As Manchester United face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, the contrast between Diego Simeone's enduring stability and United's constant…

Manchester City's players celebrate on the pitch after their English Premier League victory over Liverpool at Anfield, in Liverpool, on Sunday

Man City charges cloud hangs over Premier League season

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso, right, Tashreeq Matthews, left, and Brayan Leon Muniz celebrate after winning the MTN 8 final against Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday

Cardoso credits international pedigree after Sundowns topple Pirates

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso highlighted his team's international experience as the deciding factor in their 2-0 MTN8 final victory over…

Tottenham Hotspur's Dominic Solanke, right, celebrates with Archie Gray securing the equaliser in the  Premier League match against Manchester United at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday.

Carrick demands more 'streetwise' United after Spurs setback

Michael Carrick has called on Manchester United to become more stubborn and streetwise after a stoppage-time equaliser from 10-man Tottenham…

Chelsea's English midfielder Jordan Henderson celebrates with teammates after scoring their fifth goal during the English Premier League clash against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge in London on October 10, 2026.

Alonso hails Henderson 'beauties' as Chelsea star rolls back the years

Jordan Henderson starred with two goals and an assist as Chelsea stormed to a 5-1 Premier League victory over Bournemouth, earning high praise from…

Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended as the Portuguese football federation announced Saturday it had opened disciplinary proceedings against the 41-year-old following his decision to walk out on the national team.

Cristiano Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal after walkout

The Portuguese Football Federation has provisionally suspended Cristiano Ronaldo after launching urgent disciplinary proceedings following his…

 Tebogo Mokoena of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrate a goal during the MTN 8 Final match between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns at Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 10, 2026 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Daniel Hlongwane/Gallo Images)

Sundowns halt Pirates' run to clinch MTN8 crown

Mamelodi Sundowns ended Orlando Pirates' dominance in the MTN 8, claiming the title and R10m prize with a decisive 2-0 final victory in Durban.

Banyana Banyana players at a training session in Bloemfontein this week.

Desiree Ellis sets sights on Olympic return as Banyana prepare for Madagascar clashes

Banyana Banyana have settled in Bloemfontein to prepare for their upcoming Olympic qualifiers against Madagascar, aiming to secure a long-awaited…

Relatives Captain (No.21) Mandilakhe Soji crossed one into the box against Seven Stars at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane on Saturday.

Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe league teams begin quest for Nedbank Cup spot

Sundowns' Tashreeq Matthews is under pressure to deliver in the MTN8 deliver.

No love lost between Pirates and Sundowns in MTN8 final

Mamelodi Sundowns and defending champions Orlando Pirates clash in a sold-out MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with coaches and players bracing…

Former player and pundit Gary Lineker

Man City should 'accept' punishment for rule breaches, says Lineker

Gary Lineker has urged Manchester City to accept any sanctions handed down after being found guilty of more than 100 Premier League financial rule…

Cristiano Ronaldo has opened the door for a possible Portugal return, after apologising for his walkout

Ronaldo says Portugal coach broke promises, apologises for walkout

Cristiano Ronaldo has issued an apology for walking out on the Portugal squad during their Nations League campaign, while accusing manager Jorge…

England's Harry Kane scores the team's third goal during the UEFA Nations League, League A, Group 3 match against the Czech Republic at Wembley Stadium in London on October 6, 2026.

Kane eyes Ronaldo record after matching England cap mark

After matching Peter Shilton's England caps record with two goals in a 3-0 victory against the Czech Republic, Harry Kane has not ruled out chasing…

Argentina and world football legend Lionel Messi waves to fans after the international friendly against Benin at the Mas Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on Tuesday

Messi says Argentina retirement is 'saddest day of my career'

Lionel Messi has officially retired from international football following a 3-0 victory against Benin, marking the end of an illustrious 21-year…

Italy forward Pio Esposito celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the Uefa Nations League clash against Turkey at the Ataturk Sports Complex Matlı Stadium in Bursa on September 28, 2026.

Mancini satisfied as Esposito seals Italy win over Turkey in Nations League

Italy boosted their Nations League quarter-final hopes with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Turkey in Bologna, thanks to goals from Gianluca…

France's Michael Olise celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Nations League Group A1 match against Belgium at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, on October 5, 2026.

Zidane full of praise as France power to win over Belgium

Bafana Bafana's Puso Dithejane during a soccer training session at the Orlando Amstel Arena

Mosimane hails young Bafana Bafana stars after win over Egypt

Pitso Mosimane praised his young Bafana Bafana squad after an impressive 1-0 friendly victory against Egypt in Cairo, courtesy of a second-half goal…