Moses Itauma launches 14-0 IBF title-fight countdown with trailer
Moses Itauma has begun the countdown to Saturday’s vacant IBF heavyweight title fight against Filip Hrgovic with a cinematic DAZN trailer.
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Yemisi Akintoye details switch from football to WAFCON 2026 refereeing
Nigeria’s Yemisi Akintoye has described how a compulsory officiating course at NIS led her from playing football to refereeing at WAFCON 2026.
Orlando Pirates confirm Patrick Maswanganyi exit to Alkhaldiya
Orlando Pirates have agreed to transfer Patrick Maswanganyi to Bahrain Premier League club Alkhaldiya after the 28-year-old sought a move abroad.
Niger Tornadoes conduct medical tests before NPFL 2026-27
Niger Tornadoes have completed ECG checks as part of their preparations for the 2026-27 NPFL season and their opening game against Enyimba.
Shamusa Najjuma completes URA Ladies move on two-year FUFA WSL deal
Midfielder Shamusa Najjuma has left Kampala Queens for FUFA Women Super League newcomers URA Ladies, signing a two-year contract with the club.
Didih credits late mother after Commonwealth Games 2026 gold
Nigeria’s Onome Didih says her late mother took her to weightlifting in 2013, setting her on the path to 2026 Commonwealth Games gold.
Kawempe Muslim beat CBE 1-0 in 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League
Agnes Nabukenya’s penalty gave Kawempe Muslim a 1-0 win over CBE and put them within one point of topping Group C in the CECAFA qualifiers.
Lionel Messi fined after MLS clash with Philadelphia Union's Sullivan
Lionel Messi has been fined by MLS for striking Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during Inter Miami’s 2-2 draw at Subaru Park.
Tim Bradley questions Rolly Romero after WBA welterweight defeat
Tim Bradley says Rolly Romero’s cautious loss to Teofimo Lopez reflected a fighter who no longer trusts his chin or follows his trainer’s instructions.
Kasarani overhaul deepens Kenya’s AFCON 2027 infrastructure push
Kasarani is being rebuilt with a hybrid pitch, improved facilities and new technology as Kenya prepares its wider AFCON 2027 hosting plan.
GFA sets Match Commissioners workshop before Ghana Premier League 2026/27
The GFA will hold a one-day workshop for Ghana Premier League Match Commissioners in Accra on September 2, ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Namibia blend youth and experience for home T20 tri-series
Gerhard Erasmus will captain Namibia against South Africa and Zimbabwe as teenage seamers join returning internationals in the home T20 tri-series.
Bournemouth weigh €40m move for Benfica midfielder Richard Ríos
Bournemouth are considering an offer for Benfica midfielder Richard Ríos, who prefers a Premier League move as the transfer window nears its close.
GFA schedules August 2026 safety seminar for Ghana Premier League clubs
The Ghana Football Association will hold a one-day virtual safety seminar for Premier League clubs ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Medeama SC defeat Etoile Filante 2-0 in 2026 Nsenkyire Cup
Medeama SC recorded their first win of the 2026 Nsenkyire Cup by beating Etoile Filante 2-0, with goals from Amponsah and Annor.
Shalulile scores as Yanga beat JKT Tanzania 4-0 in Premier League
Peter Shalulile scored in Young Africans’ 4-0 win over JKT Tanzania as Yanga kept their perfect start and returned to the league summit.
Parliament presents 2026 Democracy Cup trophy to Military High Command
Parliament has presented the 2026 Democracy Cup trophy at Burma Camp ahead of Friday’s Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko fixture in Kumasi.
Ghana seeks Egypt backing for armwrestling at African Games 2027
Ghana is seeking Egyptian support to keep armwrestling in the Cairo 2027 African Games after winning 40 medals at Accra 2023.
Ghana NSA boss says Constituency Games will transform grassroots sport
NSA Director-General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah says the nationwide Constituency Games will widen talent discovery and strengthen Ghana’s grassroots sport system.
Wolves teenager Conor McLeod joins Falkirk on season-long loan
Conor McLeod has extended his Wolves contract before moving to Falkirk for the season, with the 19-year-old targeting regular first-team experience.
Ghana taekwondo's new leaders renew Korea Embassy partnership
Ghana’s newly elected taekwondo leadership has renewed cooperation with the Korean Embassy, prioritising grassroots growth, equipment and technical support.
Babatunde, Gbotemi win KWAFEST 8.0 badminton finals 2-0
Ilorin East’s Abdullateef Babatunde and Ilorin South’s Adekunle Gbotemi won the men’s and women’s singles badminton titles at KWAFEST 8.0.
Military High Command receives 2026 Democracy Cup trophy in Kumasi
The Military High Command has received the 2026 Democracy Cup trophy as Parliament builds towards Friday’s Hearts of Oak and Kotoko meeting.
Former Golden Eaglets defender Nwachukwu joins Difaâ El Jadida
Former Nigeria U-17 centre-back Usulor Nwachukwu has moved from Al-Jabalin to Difaâ El Jadida, who finished sixth in Morocco’s Botola Pro.
WBC backs Open Scoring as a transparency tool for professional boxing
The WBC says Open Scoring can strengthen fairness in boxing by making judges’ cards public at set points during sanctioned bouts.
WBC renews support for open scoring to strengthen boxing clarity
The WBC has restated its backing for open scoring, with judges’ cards revealed during bouts to improve clarity, accountability and fairness.
Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium set for National Sports Festival in three months
Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu is expected to be ready within three months, ahead of the 2026 National Sports Festival from November 27.
Itodo dedicates Grassrunners' 3-0 Ogunjobi Gold Cup win to players
Grassrunners FC won the 2026 Ogunjobi Gold Cup 3-0 against Abakaliki FC, with coach Daniel Itodo crediting his players for the title.
Caleb Yirenkyi’s mother says criticism of her son does not worry her
Caleb Yirenkyi’s mother has dismissed concerns over criticism directed at her son, saying the comments do not keep her awake at night.
Olopade tells D’Tigers to turn quality into results in FIBA qualifiers
NSC chief Bukola Olopade has challenged D’Tigers to convert their talent into wins as Nigeria enters the decisive fourth FIBA World Cup qualifying window.
April Clay, mother of Devin Haney, reported dead on August 20
Unconfirmed reports say April Clay, the mother of multiple world champion Devin Haney, died on August 20, with no official family confirmation.
Nigerian National League confirms Owerri for October 31 opener
The Nigerian National League will open its new season in Owerri on October 31, with Heartland facing Crown FC in the division’s first match.
Bashiru Mohammed praises Caleb Yirenkyi’s talent at just eight
Youth coach Bashiru Mohammed says Caleb Yirenkyi showed exceptional talent when he was only eight years old during his early development.
Gumel celebrates Nigeria’s 2-0 2026 African Beach Volleyball title
NOC president Habu Gumel praised Esther Mbah and Pamela Bawa after Nigeria won the 2026 African title and secured its first Olympic beach volleyball place.
Kofi Fosuhene Asare scores as Ettan Sodra leaders lose 2-1
Kofi Fosuhene Asare scored for Trelleborgs FF, but league leaders lost 2-1 at FC Trollhattan in Sweden’s Ettan Sodra.
McKenzie demands SAFA return R13m over delayed PSL VAR rollout
Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie says SAFA must return R13 million after failing to introduce VAR in the PSL despite state funding.
Ghana goalkeeper Obed Ankrah joins M. Lupeni after Inter Stars exit
Ghana goalkeeper Obed Ankrah has moved to Romanian club M. Lupeni on a free transfer, ending his second Inter Stars spell after two weeks.
Uganda's Torach follows Bogere pathway to Danish champions AGF
Uganda defender Elvis Torach has joined Danish champions AGF from El Cambio Academy, following James Bogere and starting with the club's U19 side.
Bella Mir makes history by overtaking Shevchenko’s sister on DWCS
Bella Mir made history on Dana White’s Contender Series by overtaking Valentina Shevchenko’s sister in a significant result.
Michelle Alozie returns with assist as Chicago Stars beat Louisville 3-2
Michelle Alozie marked her return to the Chicago Stars starting XI with an assist and 72 touches in a 3-2 victory over Racing Louisville.