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Tony Cascarino suggests Arsenal sign Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma
Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino has recommended that Arsenal target Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma as an alternative to Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior.
Maduka Okoye praises Serie A quality and Unai Simon
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye expressed his pride in playing in Serie A and highlighted Unai Simon as a model of high-level goalkeeping.
Algeria, Cameroon, Malawi and Morocco qualify for 2027 World Cup
Algeria, Cameroon, Malawi, and Morocco have secured automatic spots for the 2027 Women's World Cup after reaching the WAFCON semi-finals.
Solomon Onyebuchi scores as STK Samorin beat Slovan Bratislava B 2-1
Solomon Onyebuchi scored the opening goal in STK Samorin's 2-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava B to maintain a perfect start to the season.
GFA talks to other coaches as Carlos Queiroz future remains uncertain
The Ghana Football Association is negotiating with alternative candidates for the Black Stars head coach role amid uncertainty regarding Carlos Queiroz.
Nigeria face difficult playoff path to 2027 World Cup after WAFCON loss
Nigeria's Super Falcons must now navigate a complex multi-stage playoff system to reach the 2027 World Cup following their WAFCON exit.
Super Falcons and three others enter WAFCON play-off race
Nigeria, Ghana, and two other nations move to play-offs for a chance at the 2027 Women's World Cup following the WAFCON quarter-finals.
Kojo Addae-Mensah says Kwasi Sibo is not good enough for Black Stars
Databank Ghana CEO Kojo Addae-Mensah has called for Kwasi Sibo to be excluded from the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 AFCON qualifiers.
Mourinho tells Real Madrid players they are not in his plans
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has met with several squad members to inform them they are no longer part of his future plans.
Salah, Greenwood and Trossard highlight Turkey's transfer rise
Mohamed Salah's move to Trabzonspor signals a shift as Turkish clubs use net salary structures to compete with the Saudi Pro League for top talent.
Rafiu Durosinmi scores on Genk debut in loss to Zulte Waregem
Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi netted his first goal for Genk on his debut, but the club suffered a defeat against Zulte Waregem.
GFA considers new Black Stars coach as Queiroz contract nears end
The Ghana Football Association faces uncertainty over Carlos Queiroz's future due to contract demands ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
Nigeria faces systemic crisis as Super Falcons enter playoff
The Super Falcons must face South Africa in a playoff to keep their 2027 World Cup hopes alive following a WAFCON quarter-final exit.
Stormers coach Tom Dawson-Squibb urges team to move past loss
Stormers coach Tom Dawson-Squibb says his side has no time to sulk following a narrow 31-26 home defeat to the visitors at Athlone Stadium.
CAPS United crush Scottland 6-0 in Munhumutapa Cup
Chawanangwa Kaonga scored a hat-trick as CAPS United secured a dominant 6-0 victory over Scottland's developmental side to advance in the cup.
Wealth and fame altered the career of Jack Dempsey
The transition from poverty to celebrity status changed Jack Dempsey's fighting frequency and career trajectory after he won the heavyweight title.
Al Merreikh target Gor Mahia stars Shariff Musa and Paul Ochuoga
Sudanese giants Al Merreikh are interested in signing winger Shariff Musa and full-back Paul Ochuoga following their performances in the Kagame Cup.
KCCA and Kitara face off in Fufa Super 8 semi-final
KCCA FC and Kitara FC compete for a place in the Fufa Super 8 final after both sides progressed through the two-legged semi-finals.
Steyn calls for focus after Cheetahs beat Stormers XXIII 31-26
Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn highlighted the need for early intensity after a late 80th-minute try secured a victory against Stormers XXIII.
Frans Steyn criticises Currie Cup treatment after Cheetahs win
Cheetahs president Frans Steyn argues the Currie Cup is being marginalised and needs more games and wider broadcasting to develop South African talent.
Thabani Moyo Junior Football Tournament begins in Bulawayo
Former Zimbabwe youth international Thabani Moyo launches his inaugural junior football tournament at the Mzilikazi Youth Centre.
Kenya finishes second overall after two golds on final day
Kenya secured two gold medals on the final day of the World U20 Athletics Championships to finish second overall and top the African medal table.
Stopping Hrgovic would eclipse Anthony Joshua's Martin win
A stoppage victory over Filip Hrgovic would provide Moses Itauma a more significant championship statement than Anthony Joshua's win over Charles Martin.
Kristian Prenga denies fight fixing allegations after Joshua loss
Albanian boxer Kristian Prenga has rejected claims that he rigged his fight against Anthony Joshua, citing tactical errors instead.
Ian Machado Garry targets Islam Makhachev at UFC 330
Ian Machado Garry has outlined his violent intentions for his welterweight title shot against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 in Philadelphia.
Esiovwa-Thompson wins Nigeria's first Commonwealth fencing gold
Sixteen-year-old Oghenegaren Esiovwa-Thompson secured Nigeria's first gold medal at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Lagos.
Sammy Anim-Addo celebrates 50th birthday in Accra
Former Ghana FA Executive Council member and sports businessman Sammy Anim-Addo marked his 50th birthday with a celebration in Accra.
Khabib Nurmagomedov identifies Ronaldo and Muhammad Ali as heroes
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has named Brazilian footballer Ronaldo and boxer Muhammad Ali as his primary sporting inspirations.
Sixteen Catch Them Young Referees for 2026 XI DOL Super Cup
The GFA has appointed eight centre referees and eight assistant referees from the Catch Them Young program to officiate the 2026 XI DOL Super Cup.
Nate Diaz responds to Jake Paul's MMA challenge with four words
Nate Diaz has issued a brief four-word reply on X following Jake Paul's recent video callout for a mixed martial arts bout.
Debibi United and AshantiGold set for Super Cup openers
Debibi United faces Attram De Visser and FC AshantiGold battles Nsuopon Fidelity in the opening fixtures of the 2026 X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup.
2026 X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup begins at Obuasi Len Clay
Eight top Division One clubs gather at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium today to begin the 2026 X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup competition.
Kim Lars Björkegren describes WAFCON exit as worst feeling in 20 years
Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren expressed deep heartbreak after Ghana's 2-1 quarterfinal loss to Malawi ended their direct World Cup hopes.
Islam Makhachev suggests Dynamo Stadium for first UFC Dagestan event
The UFC welterweight champion has proposed using the 20,000-capacity Dynamo Stadium to host the promotion's inaugural event in Dagestan.
Nigeria exit WAFCON after 1-0 defeat to Cameroun
The Super Falcons missed the WAFCON semi-finals for the first time in history following a quarter-final loss to Cameroun in Casablanca.
Haiya says Malawi football transformation is on track after World Cup berth
FAM President Fleetwood Haiya celebrated the Scorchers' historic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup following their win over Ghana.
Abdullah Mason seeks high-risk fight against William Zepeda
WBO lightweight champion Abdullah Mason has expressed interest in facing WBC champion William Zepeda following Zepeda's recent victory over Lamont Roach.
Malawi beat Ghana 2-1 as NBM flies VIP supporters to Morocco
National Bank of Malawi sponsors flew government officials and customers to Morocco to support the Scorchers during their 2-1 WAFCON quarter-final win.
Marmoush scores twice as Manchester City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1
Omar Marmoush netted two goals in quick succession to help Manchester City overcome Atletico Madrid in a pre-season friendly in Seoul.