Chelsea stroll past Gent in Conference League
epa11640886 Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall of Chelsea celebrates after scoring the 4-1 goal during the UEFA Europa Conference League match between Chelsea FC and KAA Gent, in London, Britain, 03 October 2024. EPA/ISABEL INFANTES

Chelsea stroll past Gent in Conference League

Chelsea proved their tag as favourites to win the Europa Conference League after their 4-2 victory over Gent at Stamford Bridge.

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Maguire spares Man Utd’s blushes after Porto draw
epa11640866 Manchester United's Harry Maguire (L) celebrates with his teammates after scoring the 3-3 goal during the UEFA Europa League soccer match between FC Porto and Manchester United, in Porto, Portugal, 03 October 2024. EPA/MANUEL FERNANDO ARAUJO

Maguire spares Man Utd’s blushes after Porto draw

Harry Maguire scored a stoppage-time equaliser to help Manchester United earn a 3-3 draw against FC Porto in the Europa League.

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Hotto: We need to be on our toes against Stellies
Deon Hotto of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Richards Bay and Orlando Pirates at King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban on 29 September 2024 ©Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

Hotto: We need to be on our toes against Stellies

Orlando Pirates midfielder Deon Hotto has stated that his side needs to "be on their toes" when they face Stellenbosch FC in the final of the MTN8.

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Maela showers Riveiro with praise ahead of MTN8 final
Innocent Maela and José Riveiro, head coach of Orlando Pirates during MTN8 Orlando Pirates Media Day at Rand Stadium, Johannesburg on 01 October 2024 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Maela showers Riveiro with praise ahead of MTN8 final

Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela has opened up on how head coach Jose Riveiro has brought the best out of his players.

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Riveiro: We need to control, close to perfection
José Riveiro, head coach of Orlando Pirates during MTN8 Orlando Pirates Media Day at Rand Stadium, Johannesburg on 01 October 2024 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Riveiro: We need to control, close to perfection

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro believes his side's control has to be "close to perfection" when they come up against a tough Stellenbosch FC outfit in the MTN8 final.

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David nets Lille winner to shock holders Real Madrid
epa11638688 David Jonathan (L) of Lille celebrates with his team mates after scoring the 1-0 goal during the UEFA Champions League match between Lille and Real Madrid in Lille, France, 02 October 2024. EPA/MOHAMMED BADRA

David nets Lille winner to shock holders Real Madrid

A penalty by Jonathan David saw Lille hand holders Real Madrid their first Champions League defeat since May 2023 following the French side's 1-0 win at the Pierre-Mauroy Stadium.

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Duran stunner fires Villa past Bayern
Aston Villa's Jhon Duran celebrates after the full-time whistle during the UEFA Champions League match at Villa Park, Birmingham. Picture date: Wednesday October 2, 2024.

Duran stunner fires Villa past Bayern

A late stunner from Jhon Duran saw Aston Villa secure a shock 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League at Villa Park.

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Liverpool seals victory over Bologna at Anfield
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game during the UEFA Champions League match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Wednesday October 2, 2024.

Liverpool seals victory over Bologna at Anfield

Arne Slot secured his first home Champions League victory following Liverpool's 2-0 win over Bologna at Anfield on Wednesday evening.

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