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Twitter reacts over reports Real Madrid want to swap Gareth Bale for Hazard

Reports have also emerged indicating strong interest from Real Madrid toward Chelsea’s influential forward, Eden Hazard. Whether there is any substance to the rumours, remains to be seen. Twitter followers have had their say.

Seven former footballers who also became successful coaches

Here we take a look at 7 of the best. Capello enjoyed a successful career as a player but an even more successful career as a manager. Simeone strikes one as a coach preaching the saying, ‘a good worker doesn’t blame his tools.'

Liverpool star Naby Keita sustains injury while on international duty

Liverpool star Naby Keita has given the Reds' boss Jurgen Klopp another selection nightmare after sustaining an injury while playing for his national team Guinea. The 23-year-old midfielder could be out of Huddersfield game.

Griezmann at the double as France heap more misery on Germany

Germany opened the scoring through a Toni Kroos penalty. France rallied back and Antoine Griezmann equalized with a magnificent header. France then sealed the winner from a controversial penalty in the 80th minute.

Man United star Paul Pogba set for Barcelona switch

Manchester United star Paul Pogba could be on his way to Spanish champions Barcelona in January after his agent Mino Raiola has reportedly agreed a deal in principle with the Catalans. He has been struggling this season.

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr copies father by netting a brace for Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo is excited that his first son Ronaldo Jr is learning fast after he scored a brace for his Juventus youth team. In an instagram post on Sunday, the 33-year-old Portuguese star celebrated his two strikes.

62-year-old woman prisoner whose medical bills was paid for by Christian Atsu dies

The old lady had been arrested for possessing marijuana, but was in serious condition following the deterioration of her health jail. The old woman, therefore, needed immediate access to healthcare but the prison system was unable

Meet the 10 top football stars who are academically brilliant

Footballers are known to be good at what they do on the field which has brought them fame and fortune. A couple of players have completed their degrees in various fields and even furthered into getting a masters degree.

Former Manchester City Nigel de Jong flaunts exclusive car showroom on social media

Former Manchester City defender Nigel de Jong is certainly ready for life after football as he flaunts incredible car showroom on social media. He joined Qatari side Al Ahli in July after short spell with Galatasary last term.

Englsh FA slam improper conduct charge on Man United boss Jose Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been charged by the FA after being caught on Camera allegedly swearing. He was said to have used abusive words on TV after his side's dramatic win over Newcastle at Old Trafford.

Meet the top 5 highest paid footballers in the world today

The average weekly wage for a footballer in the English Premier League was approximately £50,000 based on a 2017 study. However, that pales in comparison to what these 5 mega-stars earn. Number 5 starts with a massive £400,000.

Meet the stars of football who are also big owners of football clubs

When one considers the relatively short careers players have and the vast sums of money some retire with, it stands to reason that many of them would opt to invest in a football club as a business. Drogba, Beckham, to name a few.

Manchester City star Raheem Sterling drives flashy motors worth over £1 million

Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling is one of the best forwards in the Premier League this season considering his performances for the Etihad club. Sterling is a 23-year-old player who began his career at Liverpool.

Arsenal star Laurent Koscielny retires from international football

Laurent Koscielny who is the captain of Premier League club Arsenal has announced his retirement from international football claiming that lots of people disappointed him. The 33-year-old played 51 games for France.

Former Barca and Atletico player Arda Turan accused of breaking musician's nose

Barcelona attacker Arda Turan is reportedly wanted in Turkey after being accused of breaking the nose of a popstar. He is currently on a loan at Turkish topflight side İstanbul Başakşehir where he has scored twice in 11 games

Ghana-born Brit boxer Joshua Buatsi demolishes Tony Averlant in round one

Ghanaian-born British boxer, Joshua Buatsi blitzed the body of Anthony Averlant inside one round to take his record to 8-0. Buatsi dropped the Frenchman inside 52 seconds with a thunderous hook to the ribs. YEN.com.gh

Monaco appoint Thierry Henry as new coach of the club

French club Monaco have appointed former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry as their new head coach and he has signed a three-year deal with the club. Monaco announced the appointment of the Arsenal legend on their social media page.

Man breaks the internet, reveals how his bathtub was stolen

A man, Sibusiso Makamole, took to social media to share how someone stole his bathtub. The photo sparked quite the reaction on social media and Briefly.co.za decided to take a look at some of the best responses.

Top 5 footballers who died on the pitch while playing

Many footballers have lost their lives on the pitch while playing for their clubs or nations. These footballers died directly from injuries sustained while playing or died after being taken ill on the pitch. YEN.com.gh.

Aaron Ramsey confirms he will remain at Arsenal until his contract expires

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey has revealed he will play out the remaining months on his contract and leave the Emirates dwellers for free in June 2019. The 27-year-old Welshman has been repeatedly linked with a January exit.

Atsu, Waris on target as Black Stars thrash Kotoko 3-0 in Kumasi

The Black Stars of Ghana thrashed Asante Kotoko 3-0 in a friendly played on Friday at the Baba Yara Stadium. The match was arranged to get the national team busy after CAF cancelled the 2019 AFCON qualifier against Sierra Leone.