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Watch VideoRB Leipzig delays Bayern Munich, Harry Kane title celebrations with dramatic equaliser

RB Leipzig's Yussuf Poulsen scores a last-minute equaliser, delaying Bayern Munich and Harry Kane's Bundesliga title celebrations.

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AFP|Published

They've had Neymar, Mbappé, Messi but PSG's biggest superstar is Luis Enrique, says Bastian Schweinsteiger

Fifa World Cup winner Bastian Schweinsteiger believes “the biggest superstar” in the UEFA Champions League at present is Paris St Germain manager Luis Enrique.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Zaahier Adams|Published

Arsenal stun Madrid, Lyon thrash Bayern in women's Champions League quarters

Alessia Russo scored twice for the Gunners in front of a crowd of 22,517 at the Emirates, either side of Mariona Caldentey's header, to fire Arsenal into the last four.

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Watch VideoEx-Liverpool star Sadio Mane celebrates newborn child with teenage wife

Senegalese footballer Sadio Mane and his 19-year-old wife Aisha Tamba celebrated the birth of their daughter Aminata in Saudi Arabia, marking a new chapter for the star forward who currently plays for Al-Nassr.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoLiverpool, PSG set for blockbuster Champions League last 16 clash as Real Madrid face city rivals

Liverpool gears up to face PSG in a thrilling Champions League last 16 clash, while Real Madrid prepares for a showdown with city rivals Atletico.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoPremier League transfer wrap: Manchester City get 'Rodri replacement', Mathys Tel makes Tottenham U-turn

City had already splashed out more than £120 million in January on Egypt forward Omar Marmoush and young defenders Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoWho is Mathys Tel? The teenager being chased by Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham

Speculation surrounds young football sensation Mathys Tel as he draws interest from top Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Tottenham, amid limited playing time at Bayern Munich.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoPep Guardiola’s Manchester City scrapes through to Champions League play-offs

The Belgian champions were on course to send Manchester City packing before the knockout stages for the first time since 2012 when Raphael Onyedika fired the visitors into the lead just before half-time.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoReal Madrid break €1 billion barrier, Manchester United rise . . . Here are the world's richest clubs

Broadcast revenue was stable at €4. 3 billion as each of the "Big Five" leagues - England, Spain, Italy, France and Germany - remained in the same domestic broadcast cycle as the preceding season.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoFive sports events to look out for in 2025

There may be no Olympics or Paralympics in 2025 but the sporting calendar is still steeped in high quality tournaments.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoDone deal? Thomas Tuchel about to be named England manager - reports

The Times, Sky Sports, the BBC and German newspaper Bild said that Tuchel, 51, will be named as the permanent successor to Gareth Southgate.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester United fire more blanks against Aston Villa

A point leaves Manchester United Erik ten Hag's men still down in 14th, having won just two of their opening seven league games of the season.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Aston Villa stun mighty Bayern Munich in Champions League

Bayern Munich arrived at Villa Park unbeaten and in free-scoring form since Vincent Kompany took charge, but it would be a day to remember for the underdog hosts in the Uefa Champions League.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al Nassr to victory over Al Rayyan in AFC Champions League

Cristiano Ronaldo helped new Al Nassr manager Stefano Pioli enjoy a successful AFC Champions League Elite debut on Monday

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Harry Kane makes Champions League history as Bayern Munich score nine in ‘crazy game’

Harry Kane opened the scoring from the spot for Bayern Munich after 19 minutes and a second-half hat trick took him to 33 Champions League goals, the most of any Englishman.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Harry Kane using Tom Brady's longevity as fuel ahead of 100th England cap

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane will become the 10th player to make a century of England appearances when Finland visit Wembley for Tuesday's Nations League clash.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

England captain Harry Kane sets sights on Cristiano Ronaldo’s enduring career

England captain and Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane plans to follow Cristiano Ronaldo's example by extending his career as long as possible.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Holders Real Madrid face Dortmund and Liverpool in new-look Champions League

Holders Real Madrid will face Liverpool away and host Borussia Dortmund in a repeat of last season's final in the league stage of the new-look Champions League.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso says Bayern Munich favourites for Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso said Thursday that Bayern Munich are the Bundesliga title favourites this season.

Sport Soccer Bundesliga
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Legendary German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer retires from international football

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, a 2014 World Cup winner, has announced his retirement from international football.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester United sign Bayern Munich duo for R1. 39 billion

Fees for the new Manchester United pair were not disclosed by the English giants, but British media reports estimated the duo had arrived at Old Trafford for a combined £60 million (R1. 39 billion).

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

LOOK: Brand new kits from Real Madrid, Manchester United and other top European teams

With some of Europe’s top teams having unveiled their new kits, IOL Sport takes a closer look at the jerseys and the unique designs.

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

England deservedly beaten by Spain in UEFA Euro 2024 final, but is there something special brewing for the Three Lions?

The English ought not lose hope because theirs has been quite the meteoric rise from major tournament laughing stock to serious title contenders in the past two World Cup and Euro tournaments, writes Thulasizwe kaMantshinga.

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Thulasizwe kaMantshinga|Published

Harry Kane on verge of epic trophy success for England at Euros

Harry Kane's strike to bring England level in a dramatic semi-final victory over the Netherlands was his 406th goal for clubs and country.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Erik ten Hag set to stay on as Manchester United coach - reports

The BBC said Manchester United were understood to be talking to the Dutchman Erik ten Hag about extending his contract at Old Trafford, which is about to enter its final season.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published