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Daniele De Rossi took the responsibility for Nicolae Stanciu’s last-minute penalty miss at the end of Genoa’s 1-1 Serie A draw away against Milan on Thursday night: ‘I’m sorry for him, he deserved to celebrate, as did the others after the game we played.” 

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has suggested that Arsenal looked nervous against Liverpool tonight and that will be a “worry” for manager Mikel Arteta.

Nicola Leali put in a particularly impressive performance to help Genoa to a 1-1 draw away against Milan in Serie A on Thursday evening, but like the rest of his teammates, will go home disappointed not to have claimed all three points against the second-placed Rossoneri.

Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has been heavily criticised for pushing Liverpool’s Conor Bradley off the pitch while he was badly injured.

Former Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara has backed goalkeeper Benjamin Asare to reclaim his place in the teams starting eleven once he regains full fitness. The Black Stars' number one goalkeeper has been out of action for several weeks as a result of an injury setback.In the period he has been out, Solomon Agbasi, who has taken his place in the Hearts of Oak starting eleven, has been phenomenal in the post.As a result, many believe Asare will struggle to reclaim his starting position in the team once he is back to full fitness.Speaking to Top Sports, former coach Aboubakar Ouattara has shared a contrary view. He believes Asare remains the safest pair of hands for the Phobians and should be able to bench Agbasi once he is fit enough to start matches.Solomon Agbasi is doing extremely well, but the fact is Benjamin Asare still remains the number one for Hearts of Oak, and he needs to take over when he is fully fit, Ouattara said.Asare is understood to be keen on a return to action to build on his fitness. He will need to play regularly to hit top form to keep his place in the Black Stars squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  

Milan left it until the 92nd minute to rescue a point at home against Genoa in Serie A, and almost lost it in the final kick of the game from the penalty spot, but were relieved to see Nikolae Stanciu smash over from 12 yards. Lorenzo Colombo and Rafael Leao came up with the goals that did go in.

Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Athletic Bilbao captain Inaki Williams faced relentless jeers from Saudi fans during their 5-0 Spanish Super Cup semifinal loss to Barcelona in Jeddah.

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has been heavily criticised for a quiet performance against Liverpool in tonight’s big game in the Premier League.

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is hoping the clubs supporters will turn up in large numbers this Sunday when the team hosts Young Apostles at the TnA Stadium.Medeama go into the game in good shape after a strong run of results, and Tanko believes the energy from the stands can play a key role again. The coach points to the recent home match against Hearts of Oak, where a big turnout helped lift the team to an important victory.The Mauve and Yellows have won three matches and drawn two in their last five games, a run that has pushed them to the top of the table at the end of the first round. With the second round beginning, Tanko wants the team and fans to continue the journey together. Yes, I think I always said and we are doing these things together and they came in their numbers against Hearts of Oak and that give us the backing and to get the three points. I hope that this Sunday they will come. We are starting the second run. We finish the first run. We are at the top. So I hope that they will come in their numbers to back us so that we go the journey with them. " he told Medeama TV.Medeama play Young Apostles on January 11, with kick off at 3:00 pm.

AS Roma's Wesley, Evan Ferguson. (REUTERS/Matteo Ciambelli)

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed quiet satisfaction with the growing influence of forward Kingsley Braye after his strong showing in the MTN FA Cup.Braye grabbed the headlines after scoring a hat trick in Medeama’s impressive win over Bibiani Gold Stars, a result that pushed the Tarkwa-based side into the Round of 16 of the competition.The coach views the forward’s rise as timely, especially with the team building momentum ahead of their next league outing.Medeama have gone five matches unbeaten, recording three wins and two draws, and will be looking to extend that run when they host Young Apostles at the TnA Stadium this weekend.Tanko also reflected on the squad’s depth and the impact of injuries on attacking options.“I think it's not only him. Even Salam was doing great before he get an injury. So I'm happy that Kingsley have start scoring goals and and giving us the points that we need. So definitely I hope that if Salam come come back he also going to give us some goals but I'm happy for Kingsley," he told Medeama TV.The match kicks off at 3:00 pm on January 11.

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to offer as much as €150m for the transfer of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez in the summer.

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is using the last two training sessions to settle on his starting team for the clash with Young Apostles.With the match close, Tanko wants to be sure every player understands the plan and their role before the final whistle blows on preparation.Medeama head into the game in decent form, with three wins and two draws from their last five appearances. That run has lifted the mood in camp, but Tanko is keeping his focus on the process rather than the record. The coaching staff are paying close attention to fitness, shape, and balance across the pitch as they fine tune the squad.“Oh yes, I think and we are going and game by game and according to the tactical point of view. So definitely we have today and tomorrow and then we will see in the final 11 that we are going to bring on board," he told Medeama TVThe match between Medeama and Young Apostles will be played on January 11 at the TnA Stadium. Kick off is set for 3:00 pm, with fans expecting a tight and lively contest.

Playing a host nation at the Africa Cup of Nations often places visiting teams under intense mental strain. The stadiums roar louder, the atmosphere tightens, and every mistake is magnified.