Football

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal will play like “beasts” in Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid, with a first final since 2006 within reach. The Gunners drew 1-1...

Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler has agreed a new long-term contract, extending his stay at the Amex despite having a year left on his current deal. The 33-year-old German, appointed...

The Confederation of African Football has appointed Ugandan stadium security master Dickson Bond Okello and match commissioner Haruna Mawanda to key roles in the 2025/26 Caf Confederation Cup final first...

Matheus Cunha says Michael Carrick has the “Ferguson magic” after his goal set up United’s 3‑2 win over Liverpool, sealing Champions League qualification with three games to spare. Carrick has...

Jose Mourinho’s Benfica are on course for an invincible season in Portugal – yet Porto, under André Villas-Boas, have already sealed the Primeira Liga crown. Benfica’s 10 draws proved fatal,...

FIFA is yet to secure World Cup TV deals in India and China, risking a blackout for millions. Reliance‑Disney’s $20m bid fell far short of FIFA’s ask, while Sony walked...

Jean‑Jacques Ngambo Ndala, the Congolese referee who oversaw January’s chaotic AFCON final, has been appointed to handle the first leg of the CAF Champions League final between Mamelodi Sundowns and...

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has condemned the club’s campaign as “unacceptable” after their 3-2 defeat to Manchester United — the team’s 18th loss in all competitions. The Dutch defender...

The 2026 Ankole Cup will begin on June 6 in Bushenyi, with 13 districts from the Ankole sub-region confirmed for the fifth edition of the tournament. Hosts Bushenyi will face...

Mamelodi Sundowns host Kaizer Chiefs at Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday, aiming to tighten their grip on the Betway Premiership crown. The Brazilians lead with 64 points from 27 games, five...