Pablo Zabaleta

Lesotho Lesotho, Congo and Benin will all take leads into the second legs of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying ties after wins on Sunday.

Malawi Malawi became the first nation to reach the group stages of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations with victory over Benin on Saturday.

South Africa Reigning champions Nigeria are on the verge of completing a late charge for 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

South Africa Darren Keet dedicated South Africa's 2-1 win over Sudan to the late Senzo Meyiwa as they secured Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

Nigeria Nigeria kept their African Cup of Nations qualification hopes alive with a crucial 2-0 win over Congo in Pointe-Noire on Saturday.

Congo Stephen Keshi's turbulent time as Nigeria coach continues as his side visit Congo for an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Saturday.

Pablo Zabaleta Manchester City full-back Pablo Zabaleta has warned West Ham they will not take Tuesday's League Cup semi-final second leg easily.

Pablo Zabaleta Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta has blamed a new defensive system for Sunday's shock loss to Premier League newcomers Cardiff City.

Brazil Switzerland upset Brazil 1-0, Germany drew 3-3 with Paraguay and Spain toppled Ecuador 2-0 in the pick of Wednesday's friendly action.