Joao Cancelo is edging closer to another mid-season move, with the former Manchester City full-back preparing to leave Al-Hilal when the January transfer window opens as interest from Europe intensifies. The Portugal international, who joined the Saudi club earlier this year, is already attracting concrete attention from Barcelona, Inter and…

Kylian Mbappe is facing a spell on the sidelines after Real Madrid confirmed a knee injury that will rule him out of action as the club returns from the winter break. The France forward, a constant presence this season, now begins a period of treatment and rest at a critical point in Madrid’s campaign. The setback interrupts a prolific run that…

Roberto Carlos has undergone emergency heart surgery after a serious medical issue was detected during routine checks in Brazil, prompting swift intervention for the former Real Madrid and Brazil left back. The 52 year old had initially been admitted to hospital after doctors discovered a small blood clot in his leg, a concern that emerged…

Rasmus Hojlund’s future is moving firmly away from Manchester United after a Napoli director confirmed the striker is not expected to return to Old Trafford at the end of the season, following an impressive loan spell in Italy. The 22 year old joined Napoli on deadline day after United reshaped their attack under Ruben Amorim, bringing in…

Luis de la Fuente has insisted he holds a clear conscience over Spain’s handling of Lamine Yamal, addressing a long running dispute with Barcelona over the teenager’s international workload. The Spain head coach has faced sustained criticism from the Catalan club after Yamal was diagnosed with pubalgia following the first international break of…

Thiago Silva’s hopes of a sentimental return to AC Milan were quietly brought to an end after head coach Massimiliano Allegri stepped in to block the move, despite full backing from club adviser Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The revelation emerged after the Brazilian defender completed a move to FC Porto, closing the door on what could have been one of…

Alisha Lehmann delivered a moment of football theater away from the pitch as the Como Women forward recreated one of the sport’s most iconic adverts to mark her new partnership with Fanvue. The Swiss international, who joined Como in the summer after a brief spell at Juventus, showcased her technical quality by striking the crossbar from the…

The Democratic Republic of Congo booked their place in the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-0 win over Botswana in Rabat. The result confirmed the Léopards’ progress to the last 16 for a fifth consecutive tournament, though they finished second in Group D behind Senegal on goal difference. Dominant First Half Already…

Senegal confirmed their place as Group B winners at the Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-0 win over Benin in Tangier. The Lions of Teranga produced a composed display to finish with two wins from three matches, while Benin also progressed as one of the best third-placed teams. Seck Breaks the Deadlock After a cagey opening, Senegal struck five…

Tunisia and Tanzania secured their places in the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-1 draw in Abidjan. The result ensured Tunisia finished second in Group C behind Nigeria, while Tanzania advanced as one of the best third-placed teams. Cagey Opening Both sides struggled to settle in a tense first half, producing just 0.12…