Two of African football's biggest names, Achraf Hakimi and Mohamed Salah, are hoping to lead their nations to glory as the Africa Cup of Nations gets ready to kick off in Morocco.
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Zambian rapper Sampa the Great - and AI - with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
Roy Keane is one of the greatest players in Manchester United history. During his 11 and a half years at the club, Keane guided United to a UEFA Chanpions League, seven Premier League titles and four FA Cups.
Napoli are fighting hard this season to defend their Serie A title after winning the Italian league last season. Last season saw Scott McTominay arrive from Manchester United, excelling with his new club in his debut season, ending up being Player of the Year and MVP for Serie A 2024/25.
Juan Carlos Ferrero and Carlos Alcaraz will no longer be working together, as on Wednesday (December 17), the six-time Grand Slam champion put out a statement on Instagram, announcing that he has parted ways with Ferrero.
With the Premier League transfer window about to open, it is hard to see Chelsea staying quiet, especially after all the movement they have already made.
One Tottenham defender is in immediate danger of triggering a one-game ban heading into the Liverpool fixture on Saturday. Tottenham Hotspur will cross swords with Liverpool in their upcoming Premier League encounter on Saturday evening.
Manchester United are keeping their eyes on the transfer market for any opportunities that could support their overall recruitment strategy. It’s well known that The Red Devils are targeting a new midfielder or two in 2026 as the next steps of the squad rebuild.
Bruno Fernandes has been one of Manchester United’s best signings of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, being trusted to lead the team with the captain’s armband.
The Vancouver Whitecaps re-signed goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka through June 2027 on Thursday. Takaoka, 29, was an MLS All-Star and Goalkeeper of the Year finalist in 2025 with a league-high 13 clean sheets.
Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on emerging talent across Europe, with scouts continuously monitoring youngsters who could strengthen the squad in the near future.
West Ham sack head coach Rehanne Skinner after winning only one of their opening 11 Women's Super League games this season.
Tottenham Hotspur are back in Premier League action on Saturday evening as they entertain Liverpool at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs were riding on a two-game winning run heading into the last game, but Nottingham Forest pulled them back to the ground.
Most women footballers are earning an "insufficient income" to have a secure career, says player union Fifpro.
Wilfried Nancy is the first Old Firm boss to lose his opening four matches - can he recover Celtic's season and survive?
Tottenham's Europa League final match-winner Brennan Johnson is facing an uncertain future at the club amid growing Premier League interest in the attacker.
Arsenal will set up an all-English quarter-final against Chelsea in the Women's Champions League if they beat Leuven in the play-offs.
Swansea City host Wrexham on Friday in a Championship fixture which is a big deal in Wales - and will also be watched from much further afield.
After another turbulent day for Celtic ended with a fourth defeat in a row under new manager Wilfried Nancy, fans have been reacting angrily to the Frenchman's tenure and the club hierarchy.
England manager Sarina Wiegman becomes the first women to be named Dutch Coach of the Year at an annual awards ceremony in the Netherlands.
Ecuador defender Mario Pineida dies at the age of 33 after being shot outside a shop in Guayaquil.
Like Premier League Wolves, non-league Brantham Athletic are bottom of their table with two points.
With Manchester City facing struggling West Ham at home this week, it's time to triple up on Pep Guardiola's side and captain Mr Reliable Erling Haaland.
The prices of football kits continue to rise - but how do the costs of an £85 Premier League shirt break down?
At this point, it's not just Wilfried Nancy's Celtic team that's a hard watch, it's Nancy himself, writes Tom English.
It’s a fourth loss in a row for Wilfried Nancy at Celtic
Lewis Miley "can be as good as anyone in his position, whichever position he plays", says Newcastle boss Eddie Howe after the teenage midfielder becomes a match-winning right-back against Fulham.
Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy insists his side "did a good job" despite suffering a fourth defeat in a row at Dundee United.
Watch the best of the action as Celtic throw away a lead to lose 2-1 at Dundee United for a fourth defeat in a row.
Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United remain in the hunt for Women's Champions League glory - but how are they set for the knockout stages?