Frank Warren predicts Moses Itauma will surpass Anthony Joshua
Manager Frank Warren believes 21-year-old Moses Itauma can exceed the heavyweight legacy of Anthony Joshua as he prepares for an IBF title fight.
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Golden Arms prepare for World Armwrestling Championship in India
Ghanaian armwrestling group Golden Arms is set to travel to New Delhi to compete in the upcoming World Armwrestling Championship.
Gradus Kraus stops Sean Hemphill in first round at Leeds arena
Dutch light heavyweight Gradus Kraus secured a first-round knockout against Sean Hemphill in just 63 seconds at the First Direct Arena.
SAFA doubles salary offer to Pitso Mosimane for Bafana Bafana
The South African Football Association has increased its financial proposal to Pitso Mosimane after the coach rejected an initial R5 million annual offer.
Stakeholders demand reform of NFF electoral system
Nigerian football stakeholders are calling for a restructuring of the NFF voting process to ensure fairer representation across the country.
Manchester United fans beat Arsenal on penalties at Nyayo Stadium
Manchester United supporters secured a 5-4 penalty shootout win over Arsenal fans after a 2-2 draw in a friendly match held in Kenya.
Asante Kotoko complete signing of Emmanuel Mamah on two-year deal
Asante Kotoko have officially secured the signature of FC Samartex forward Emmanuel Mamah on a two-year contract with an option for an extra year.
Mikel Arteta explains decision to sign Bruno Guimaraes for £75m
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has detailed the reasons behind the £75 million acquisition of Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.
Fans criticize UFC 330 card ahead of Makhachev vs Garry
The UFC 330 event in Philadelphia faces heavy criticism from fans due to a lack of ranked fighters on the main card outside the headlining bouts.
Manchester United assign Marcus Rashford number 14 shirt
Marcus Rashford will wear the number 14 shirt for Manchester United in the 2026/2027 season after a LaLiga club declined a permanent transfer.
New Manchester United midfielder Santos aims to replace Casemiro
Manchester United's new £50 million signing Santos says he is ready to fill the midfield void left by the departure of Casemiro to Inter Miami.
FC Basel reject Al-Fateh bid of €3 million for Philip Otele
FC Basel have turned down a €3 million transfer proposal from Saudi Pro League side Al-Fateh for Nigerian winger Philip Otele.
Fulham agree £30m package for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles
Fulham have reached an agreement with Southampton for Shea Charles, leaving Leeds United facing a difficult decision regarding a potential counter-bid.
Osimhen involved in heated altercation during Galatasaray loss
Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray but faced criticism after a heated confrontation with Villarreal defender Santiago Mourinho.
Volkanovski and Yan expected to headline UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi
Alexander Volkanovski and Petr Yan are reportedly set to defend their respective titles at UFC 333 in the United Arab Emirates this October.
Nyasa Big Bullets beat Chitipa United 2-0 to remain fourth
Nyasa Big Bullets secured a 2-0 win against Chitipa United at Mpira Stadium to maintain their fourth-place position in the Malawi Super League.
Deon Fourie called up to Springbok squad for All Blacks series
Springbok selectors have included Stormers flanker Deon Fourie in the squad following his strong performance against the All Blacks in Cape Town.
Nigerian winger Richard Oluwamayowa requests Colo-Colo trial
Richard Oluwamayowa has asked Chilean club Colo-Colo for a seven-day trial following the recent signing of Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha.
Ajax win 2-0 at PEC Zwolle as Arokodare assists on debut
Tolu Arokodare provided an assist for Jorthy Mokio as Ajax secured a 2-0 away victory against PEC Zwolle in their Eredivisie season opener.
Arsenal favorites to retain Premier League title in 2026/27 projections
Polymarket projections suggest Arsenal have a 37% chance of winning the 2026/27 Premier League title and joining an exclusive group of back-to-back winners.
Jarrell Miller in talks for WBA heavyweight title shot
Jarrell Miller is negotiating a fight against WBA champion Murat Gassiev following a dispute over his mandatory challenger status.
Sekhukhune United beat AmaZulu 4-3 to reach MTN8 semi-finals
Sekhukhune United advanced to the MTN8 semi-finals after a 4-3 extra-time victory against AmaZulu at Chatsworth Stadium.
Billy Proctor ruled out of All Blacks tour with shoulder injury
New Zealand centre Billy Proctor will miss the remainder of the tour after fracturing his shoulder blade during the win against the Stormers.
Arokodare provides assist on Eredivisie debut in Ajax win
Tolu Arokodare assisted Jorthy Mokio shortly after coming on as a substitute during Ajax's 2-0 away victory against PEC Zwolle.
Masters FC beat Civo Service United 1-0 to enter top five
Masters FC moved into fifth place in the FDH Premiership after a 1-0 victory against Civo Service United at Nankhaka Stadium.
AFC Leopards beat Pamba Jiji FC 1-0 in Tanzanian friendly
James Kinyanjui scored the only goal as AFC Leopards opened their pre-season tour with a narrow victory over Pamba Jiji FC in Mwanza.
Kaizer Chiefs confirm all tickets sold for Golden Arrows match
Kaizer Chiefs have announced that all available tickets for their MTN8 quarterfinal home fixture against Golden Arrows have been sold out.
Borussia Dortmund beat Arsenal 3-2 in Emirates Cup fixture
Borussia Dortmund secured a 3-2 victory over Arsenal on Sunday, marking the fifth consecutive year that the Gunners have failed to win the Emirates Cup.
Faf de Klerk late try secures 31-26 Cheetahs win over Stormers XXIII
A late 80th-minute try from scrumhalf Faf de Klerk gave the Cheetahs a 31-26 victory against Stormers XXIII at Athlone Stadium.
Three fighters hospitalized after UFC Vegas 120 competition
Carol Foro, Giovanna Canuto, and Billy Ray Goff were sent to the hospital following injuries sustained during the UFC Vegas 120 event.
Salkilld and Miller Earn Bonuses at UFC Vegas 120
Quillan Salkilld and Ty Miller secured performance bonuses following standout victories at the UFC Vegas 120 Fight Night event.
St Cyprian High School Kyabakadde prepare for 2026 FEASSA Games
St Cyprian High School Kyabakadde basketball team heads to Morogoro, Tanzania, for the 2026 FEASSA Games after an official flag-off in Kampala.
3SC sack Nurudeen Aweroro and staff after 3-0 loss to Ikorodu City
Shooting Stars SC have terminated the contracts of head coach Nurudeen Aweroro, assistant Shakiru Lawal, and manager Tammy Tamuno following a heavy friendly defeat.
Celtic defeat Kilmarnock 5-1 as Kasper Høgh scores hat-trick
Kasper Høgh netted three goals on his debut as Celtic secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
Sporting Lagos beat Remo Stars 3-1 in ValueJet Cup opener
Haruna Hadi scored twice as Sporting Lagos secured a 3-1 victory against ten-man Remo Stars at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne.
Dana White confirms UFC plans to return to Ireland after Dublin exit
UFC boss Dana White indicated a return to Ireland is certain following his early departure from the Zuffa Boxing event in Dublin.
Olympic gold medalist Yuriorkis Gamboa to make BKB debut in Miami
Cuban boxing veteran Yuriorkis Gamboa will face Nicaragua's Yesner Talavera in a bare-knuckle debut at BKB 58 on August 29.
Brandon Williams discusses suspended prison sentence for driving
Former Manchester United defender Brandon Williams has addressed his 14-month suspended prison sentence following a high-speed car accident.
Springboks and All Blacks prepare for clash of styles
The Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series moves past the sideshows as the Springboks and All Blacks prepare for a confrontation of different styles.
UFC releases flyweight Stewart Nicoll after four consecutive losses
Australian flyweight Stewart Nicoll has been released from the UFC following a unanimous decision defeat against Alden Coria in Oklahoma City.