3 countries already qualified for 2027 AFCON
The qualification race for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is officially underway, with 21 spots remaining to complete the final 24-nation lineup.
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Bellingham, Mbappe on target as Real Madrid thrash Malaga 4-0
Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe both struck as Real Madrid’s perfect start to La Liga under Jose Mourinho continued in a 4-0 cruise against Malaga on Sunday.
EPL: Chelsea survive Brighton scare in 4-3 thriller
Chelsea’s fearsome front three stretched Xabi Alonso’s perfect start at Stamford Bridge in a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton on Sunday.
Barcelona agree deal to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal
Barcelona have reportedly reached an agreement with Arsenal to sign Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus in a late move before the close of the transfer window.
Alvarez rejoins Atletico Madrid training as move to Barcelona fades
Julián Alvarez has returned to training with his Atletico Madrid teammates after recovering from an illness that kept him out
Nigerian-British boxer Moses Itauma discharged from hospital after losing to Hrgovic
British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma has been discharged from hospital and is recovering at home with his family
