Champions League 2026/27: UEFA sets September 2 squad deadline
UEFA has set September 2, 2026, as the deadline for Champions League clubs to submit List A squads for the league phase.
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Nanevie wins Over-50 title at 2026 USATT New York State meet
Ghana’s Courage Nanevie won the Over-50 crown and took Under-40 silver at the 2026 USATT New York State Championships.
Kasarani pitch reconstruction reaches next stage ahead of AFCON 2027
Kasarani Stadium’s pitch rebuild has entered structural installation, with drainage and sub-base works advancing before soil preparation and hybrid turf laying.
NCAA Soccer: Helen Alormenu brace lifts Texas State past Baylor 3-1
Helen Alormenu scored twice, including a 57-yard strike, as Texas State defeated Baylor 3-1 in NCAA Soccer for her first brace since August.
Gamphani Lungu set for Zambia return after strong Pirates start
Gamphani Lungu is expected back in Zambia’s squad for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers after making three goal contributions for Orlando Pirates.
Kenya bids for AFCON 2027 opening match and final in PAMOJA race
Kenya says its 60,000-capacity Raila Odinga International Stadium strengthens its case for the AFCON 2027 opener and final.
Why Muthaiga Golf Club will always host Kenya’s Patron’s Cup
Muthaiga Golf Club will remain the permanent venue for the Patron’s Cup, while qualifiers will open the event to clubs from across East Africa.
Dombila makes FC Noah debut in 1-0 Fastex Premier League win
Ghana defender Clinton Dombila made his FC Noah debut as the Armenian leaders beat BKMA Yerevan 1-0 in the Fastex Premier League.
Police Bullets beat Simba Queens 2-1 in CAF Women’s Champions League 2026
Kenya Police Bullets defeated Simba Queens 2-1 in Kigali to move top of Group C with a game in hand in the CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers.
Claressa Shields sets 160-pound floor for Baumgardner fight hopes
Claressa Shields says 160 pounds is her limit, making a fight with Alycia Baumgardner unlikely unless the smaller champion moves up.
Esports World Cup crowns champions in Paris after Riyadh move
AG.AL won the Esports World Cup Club Championship in Paris after the event was moved from Riyadh because of regional travel disruption.
David Benavidez targets Oleksandr Usyk for a final heavyweight fight
David Benavidez has put forward Oleksandr Usyk as the target for his next major challenge, with his team seeking a heavyweight fight in 2027.
Black Princesses face Sleza Wroclaw in 2026 World Cup friendly
Ghana’s Black Princesses will meet Polish club Sleza Wroclaw behind closed doors on August 25 as World Cup preparations continue.
Jason Smith injury leaves Proteas unchanged for Namibia T20I tri-series
Jason Smith will miss South Africa’s Windhoek T20I tri-series against Namibia and Zimbabwe, with no replacement added to the touring squad.
Lwandamina gives Zambia’s local players chance ahead of AFCON 2027
Interim coach George Lwandamina is assessing a 28-man home-based group before Zambia’s 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Algeria and Togo.
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PSL: Kaizer Chiefs target Richards Bay breakthrough after venue switch
Kaizer Chiefs face Richards Bay on August 26 seeking to end a difficult run there, with a venue change adding a new setting to the PSL tie.
Nairobi's 2029 World Athletics Championships bid gains ground
Kenya’s Nairobi bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships has gained momentum through government backing and major facility upgrades.
Nigeria defender Tosin Demehin leaves Galatasaray after contract exit
Super Falcons defender Tosin Demehin has ended her Galatasaray spell after joining the Turkish club from Stade de Reims in 2024.
West Brom agree Championship signing as Tunde misses Levante squad
West Brom have agreed a deal for Levante youngster Kareem Tunde, who was left out of Monday’s squad as his move to England nears completion.
Terem Moffi targets Nigerian Bundesliga history after Hamburg move
The Super Eagles striker has joined Hamburg from Nice and could challenge Nigerian scoring records in his first Bundesliga season.
Nwaiwu responds after Trabzonspor’s 2-1 win amid Fulham link
Trabzonspor defender Nwaiwu has played down reports linking him with Fulham, saying his focus remains on football and his existing contract.
Asantehene to tee off Millennium Excellence Week in Washington
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will launch Millennium Excellence Week 2026 with the MEA Otumfuo Invitational at a historic Virginia golf club.
Ernest Poku set to join Fiorentina after one season at Leverkusen
Dutch-Ghanaian winger Ernest Poku is poised to leave Bayer Leverkusen for Fiorentina on loan, with a purchase option after a five-goal season.
2026 LCB Corporate Games open with 16 port and logistics firms
The fifth LCB Corporate Games has begun in Accra and Tema, bringing together 16 port and logistics institutions for a 12-to-14-week competition.
Super Lig: Super Eagles defender explains Salah after 2-1 win
Chibuike Nwaiwu says defenders need complete focus to face Mohamed Salah after the Egyptian scored twice in Trabzonspor’s 2-1 Super Lig victory.
Appollis calls for improvement after Pirates' 1-0 MTN8 semi-final win
Oswin Appollis says Orlando Pirates must improve after their 1-0 MTN8 semi-final first-leg victory over Sekhukhune United.
Simeone backs 26-year-old Alvarez after Atletico fans' backlash
Diego Simeone has defended Julián Alvarez after Atletico supporters jeered the striker during the draw with Villarreal at the Metropolitano.
Opio Onito remembers Sadi 21 years on ahead of 2026 Uganda Open
Opio Onito is remembering Uganda golfing great Sadi Onito, 21 years after his death, ahead of the 2026 Uganda Amateur Open in Jinja.
Springboks suffer triple injury blow after 33-16 first-Test loss
Cheslin Kolbe is a doubt for the Springboks’ second Test after a 33-16 defeat, with Ben-Jason Dixon, Grant Williams and Canan Moodie also injured.
Rassie Erasmus gives Cheslin Kolbe injury update after 33-16 loss
Cheslin Kolbe will miss South Africa’s second Test against New Zealand after a hamstring and ankle injury in the 33-16 defeat.
Mikel backs calls for Ibrahim Gusau’s NFF board to step down
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel says Nigeria needs new football leadership after repeated failures by the country’s national teams.
Terem Moffi arrives at Hamburg with seven Bundesliga records in sight
Terem Moffi has joined Hamburg after a permanent move from Nice, with Nigerian, African and HSV Bundesliga scoring records in his sights.
Erasmus accepts blame after Springboks lose 33-16 to All Blacks
Rassie Erasmus admitted his tactical decisions contributed to South Africa’s 33-16 defeat by New Zealand at Ellis Park.
Van Rooyen backs Lions to test All Blacks despite fitness gap
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says his side can challenge the All Blacks at Ellis Park despite limited conditioning before the match.
Ghana forward Benjamin Tetteh emerges as Kalba FC transfer target
Ghana forward Benjamin Tetteh is being considered by UAE Pro League club Kalba FC after scoring 12 goals for Maribor last season.
Nigeria urged to end government sports funding after football failures
Ehi Braimah says Nigeria’s sports system needs structural reform and accountability after the Super Eagles and Super Falcons missed major World Cups.
Reinier de Ridder stops Roman Dolidze at UFC Fight Night Sacramento
Reinier de Ridder stopped Roman Dolidze at 4:01 of round one in Sacramento, earning his first UFC light heavyweight win and a $25,000 bonus.
Niger Tornadoes return to Minna ahead of NPFL 2026-27
Niger Tornadoes will resume full training at the renovated Bako Kotangora Stadium before hosting Enyimba in their NPFL 2026-27 opener.
Lions ready to test themselves against All Blacks at Ellis Park
Ivan van Rooyen says the Lions are underprepared for the URC but ready to face New Zealand in Tuesday’s Ellis Park meeting.
Osimhen stars in 4-0 win as Eagles’ Aina, Lookman struggle
Victor Osimhen scored twice for Galatasaray while Samuel Chukwueze and Semi Ajayi excelled, but Ola Aina and Ademola Lookman endured mixed weekends.