Fabian Schar signs Newcastle contract extension

Newcastle have confirmed that defender Fabian Schar has penned a contract extension to keep him at the club until 2025. The 32-year-old Switzerland defender, whose existing deal was due to expire at the end of the season, has committed…

Rulani Mokwena lauds Sundowns’ eleven for national call-ups

Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena praised those players called up to their respective countries for the Africa Cup of Nations. Among the 23-men in the South African squad, are ten of Mamelodi Sundowns players, namely Ronwen Williams, Grant Kekana,…

Hugo Broos eyes successful AFCON campaign

Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos says the "upbeat spirit among" his players is "encouraging" ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations. The South Africa national team are in Cape Town in camp as they make their final preparations ahead…

Itumeleng Khune lauds “great coach” Jose Riveiro

Itumeleng Khune admits to being impressed by Jose Riveiro following their success in the Carling All Star clash. The suspended Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper captained the All Stars side, coached by Riveiro, to a 2-1 victory over Steve Barker's Stellenbosch team.…

Real Madrid cruise into next round in Copa del Rey

Real Madrid had to be patient before seeing off fourth-tier Arandina in the last 32 of the Copa del Rey, with Joselu, Brahim Diaz and Rodrygo all scoring in the second half. The hosts grabbed a late consolation through…

Sadio Mane: Senegal are ready for AFCON title defence

Sadio Mane is expecting a tough defence of Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations crown in the Ivory Coast. The Lions of Teranga won their first ever AFCON in Cameroon in 2021, beating Egypt in the final, having ended as…