Tens of thousands of people are attending the funeral of South African football captain Senzo Meyiwa in Durban. Meyiwa, 27, was shot on Sunday, apparently after burglars entered his girlfriend's house near Johannesburg. A suspect appeared in court on Friday and was charged with the murder of the popular goalkeeper. Meyiwa's death shocked South Africa and has highlighted the high rates of violent crime in the country. The funeral is taking place at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Meyiwa's hometown of Durban. Many of the mourners are wearing T-shirts with a picture of Meyiwa, who was widely seen as an inspiring figure. The funeral of another South African sporting hero, former 800m world champion Mbulaeni Mulaudzi, will also take place on Saturday. Mulaudzi was killed in a car accident the day before Meyiwa's death. Flags at half-mast President Zuma ordered the national flag to be flown at half-mast on Saturday to honour the goalkeeper. South Africa's domestic football league postponed a ma ... Read more »

A split has emerged within Burkina Faso's armed forces over who is leading the country following the resignation of President Blaise Compaore after 27 years in power. The presidential guard's second in command, Colonel Isaac Zida, says he has assumed power as head of state. Earlier, army chief General Honore Traore said he had taken over. Earlier, army chief General Honore Traore said he had taken over. Crowds danced and cheered in the capital Ouagadougou after Mr Compaore's resignation was announced on Friday. It came a day after protesters angry at his attempt to amend the constitution and extend his 27-year hold on the presidency set fire to parliament and government buildings.

Sir Richard Branson has vowed to continue his space tourism venture despite the fatal crash of a Virgin Galactic rocket ship in the US. One pilot died and the other was badly injured when SpaceShipTwo exploded in California's Mojave Desert on Friday. Investigators are on their way to the crash site, north of Los Angeles. Mr Branson, founder of the Virgin Group and a long-time advocate of commercial space travel, said he was "shocked and saddened" but would "persevere". Virgin had hoped to launch commercially in 2015. It has already taken more than 700 flight bookings at $250,000 (£156,000) each, with Mr Branson pledging to travel on the first flight. 'Serious anomaly' SpaceShipTwo was flying its first test flight for nine months when it crashed shortly after take-off near the town of Bakersfield, California. In a statement, the company said SpaceShipTwo experienced "a serious anomaly"after the craft separated from its launcher, an aircraft called WhiteKnightTwo. WhiteKnightTwo landed ... Read more »

Arsenal are slowly going about their business at the moment and picking up points where it matters. Burnley travel to the Emirates this week in what should be a tough game for both teams. Arsenal have drawn three consecutive games at homes and they will be looking to make amends. Burnley are still struggling with life in the Premier league and find themselves three points off the bottom of the table. Alexis Sanchez has found some form recently and will be the main threat for Burnley. A home win is expected. Chelsea look to continue their unbeaten run this weekend as Harry Redknapp’s Queens Park Rangers head to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea were not far away from getting the win against United last weekend, but the Red Devils grabbed a point in the last minute. In midweek, Blues also scraped a win against a weak Shrewsbury Town side, so Jose Mourinho’s men will be looking to win in style. Diego Costa is expected to make his return as is Loic Remy. QPR on the other hand are fighting for point ... Read more »

Arsenal are slowly going about their business at the moment and picking up points where it matters. Burnley travel to the Emirates this week in what should be a tough game for both teams. Arsenal have drawn three consecutive games at homes and they will be looking to make amends. Burnley are still struggling with life in the Premier league and find themselves three points off the bottom of the table. Alexis Sanchez has found some form recently and will be the main threat for Burnley. A home win is expected. Chelsea look to continue their unbeaten run this weekend as Harry Redknapp’s Queens Park Rangers head to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea were not far away from getting the win against United last weekend, but the Red Devils grabbed a point in the last minute. In midweek, Blues also scraped a win against a weak Shrewsbury Town side, so Jose Mourinho’s men will be looking to win in style. Diego Costa is expected to make his return as is Loic Remy. QPR on the other hand are fighting for point ... Read more »

Aaron Ramsey has named only one Arsenalplayer in his Ultimate Team for FIFA 15 - himself. The Welshman, appearing at the Apple store in Regent Street, London, on Thursday night engaged in a Q&A session before announcing the team he likes to play with on the game. His controversial selection even received light-hearted boos from some sections of the crowd. Former Chelsea defender Ashley Cole was in his XI as was Cesc Fabregas - Ramsey was jeered when he read out the Spaniard's name. Alongside himself in midfield he picked Real Madrid pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, while he also selected Lionel Messi and Arsenal legend Thierry Henry up front. Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard and German World Cup winner Phillip Lahm was selected in the holding midfield roles, while Vincent Kompany and Thiago Silva lined up alongside Cole at the back. Italian legend Gianluigi Buffon, who played his 500th game for Juventus this week, was picked in goal.

Blues boss quick to dismiss idea of invincible style season at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has quickly dismissed the suggestion that his side will be the new ‘invincibles’ and will suffer defeat at some point in the season, the Daily Starreports. https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=554755481296083

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