Nigeria join USA, Brazil in exclusive FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2026 club
Nigeria will appear at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup for a 12th straight edition in 2026, joining the USA and Brazil in an exclusive group.
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IBF No. 1 Paddy Donovan risks title shot against McKenna in Dublin
IBF No. 1 welterweight contender Paddy Donovan will face Tyrone McKenna over 10 rounds on September 5 at Croke Park in Dublin.
Joe Joyce backs Moses Itauma to beat Hrgovic in IBF title bout
Joe Joyce expects Moses Itauma to defeat Filip Hrgovic at London’s O2 Arena and challenge for the vacant IBF heavyweight championship.
Chia Ching Hung faces Alan Alberca in Manila eight-round bout
Taiwan’s Chia Ching Hung will meet local favourite Alan Alberca in an eight-round super-featherweight fight in Manila on Sunday.
Victor Ikpeba names Christian Chukwu Nigeria’s greatest Super Eagle
Victor Ikpeba has chosen Christian Chukwu as Nigeria’s greatest player, citing his 1980 AFCON triumph and influential coaching career.
European U19 Boxing Championships crowns 10 gold-medal nations
Russia led the European U19 Boxing Championships in Serbia with eight golds, while nine other nations also won titles across 20 divisions.
Prince Tagoe appointed as Sporting Director by JP FC football club
Prince Tagoe has been appointed Sporting Director at JP FC, becoming the club's new director in a change to its sporting leadership.
Falconets leave for Poland ahead of 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Falconets leave for Poland on Monday for final preparations, with friendlies against Poland and Korea Republic before the 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Cardoso backs Mothiba to find rhythm at Sundowns in PSL season
Miguel Cardoso says limited starts have made it harder for Lebo Mothiba to settle at Mamelodi Sundowns, but training form has sustained his faith.
COSAFA Championship: Sapula targets Group B top after 3-0 win
Mamelodi Sundowns beat Malawi’s Silver Strikers 3-0 to take their COSAFA Championship tally to 11 goals in two group matches.
Chukwueze commits to wing-back role after Milan's 2-1 Serie A win
Samuel Chukwueze assisted Milan’s winner against Torino and pledged to play wing-back throughout the season after earning Man of the Match honours.
Afriyie disputes GHC1m claim ahead of Ghana Premier League season
George Afriyie says Ghana Premier League clubs received more through the Glo sponsorship era than the GHC1m allocation announced for 2026/27.
Adu urges Medeama to build CAF Champions League lead over Mazembe
GoldStars CEO Kwasi Adu says Medeama must win convincingly at home against TP Mazembe before the CAF Champions League return leg.
Johnny Nelson backs George Foreman to defeat Usyk in prime clash
Former cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson believes a prime George Foreman would have beaten Oleksandr Usyk, despite Usyk’s 25-0 career.
GoldStars chief urges Medeama to prepare for CAF Champions League test
GoldStars CEO Kwasi Adu says Medeama must manage preparation, motivation and travel carefully to challenge TP Mazembe in the CAF Champions League.
Kerr, Ingebrigtsen set for 1500m duel at Ultimate Championship
Josh Kerr and Jakob Ingebrigtsen will race each other over 1500m in Budapest, joined by Olympic champion Cole Hocker and world champion Isaac Nader.
Hansen, McKenzie criticise rusty Springboks after 33-16 loss
Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie blamed South Africa’s lack of sharpness and cohesion after the Springboks fell 33-16 to New Zealand.
Otumfuo opens Millennium Excellence Week 2026 with DC golf
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will launch Millennium Excellence Week 2026 in Washington DC with the MEA Otumfuo Invitational Golf Tournament.
Stormers consider surprise loan move for veteran Springbok Faf de Klerk
Stormers are weighing a loan move for Faf de Klerk after scrumhalf injuries, with Louis Schreuder and Haashim Pead also under consideration.
Gyan family thanks football community after father’s one-week rites
The family of Asamoah Gyan has thanked Ghana’s football community and other well-wishers after the one-week observation for his father, George Gyan Bafour Mensah.
Alekna breaks 72 metres in Wanda Diamond League record moment
Mykolas Alekna threw 72.58m in Silesia, becoming the first athlete to reach 72 metres at a Wanda Diamond League meeting.
Chibuike Nwaiwu’s family life behind Fulham and Palace snub
Nigeria defender Chibuike Nwaiwu says his settled family life in Turkey is a major factor as Fulham and Crystal Palace pursue him.
George Afriyie questions source of GFA’s GHC1m Ghana PL payment
Former GFA vice-president George Afriyie wants clarity on the source of the GHC1 million promised to every Ghana Premier League club.
Cage Warriors to return to Newcastle for December 5, 2026 event
Cage Warriors will stage its next Newcastle show at the Vertu Arena on December 5, 2026, with the event available live on UFC Fight Pass.
Three Ghanaian Officials Appointed for WAFU B Women’s CAF Champions League
Rejoice Addokwei, Patricia Kyeraa and Aglago Grace Emmanuella have received officiating roles at the WAFU B qualifiers in Burkina Faso.
GoldStars plan Kwame Opoku revival in 2026/27 Ghana Premier League
Bibiani GoldStars chief Kwasi Adu says the club will use its Abednego Tetteh blueprint to restore Kwame Opoku’s scoring form.
Hysa-Narmo 38-0 heavyweight clash set for WBA and WBO Global belts
Undefeated heavyweights Nelson Hysa and Thomas Narmo will meet at The O2 on August 29, with the WBA and WBO Global titles at stake.
Black Stars abroad: Prince Owusu extends his scoring streak
Prince Owusu maintained his scoring run while Afriyie, Ibrahim and Samuel Owusu also produced strong displays for the Black Stars abroad.
Hull City weigh €12m move for Union Berlin striker Ilyas Ansah
Hull City are considering a €12m move for 21-year-old Union Berlin striker Ilyas Ansah, who remains under contract with the Bundesliga club.
Alberto Blas vows early destruction against Brandon Birr at BKB 58
Undefeated BKB champion Alberto Blas says Brandon Birr will not survive long if he gives him an opening in their August 29 rematch.
Asante Kotoko complete signing of defender Aristote Ntangu Tamuzi
Asante Kotoko have signed Congolese centre-back Aristote Ntangu Tamuzi on a two-year deal as they prepare for the 2026/27 season.
Silver Strikers turn to Nsingizini after 3-0 CAF WCL Qualifiers loss
Silver Strikers must beat Nsingizini Hotspurs to reach the semi-finals after a 3-0 defeat by Sundowns in the CAF WCL Qualifiers.
Nigeria approved to host LA28 African Olympic boxing qualifier
Nigeria has been approved to host the 2027 African Olympic boxing qualifier for LA28, with 14 direct quota places available across 14 categories.
Thames Valley reclaim NAL Premiership crown after Harrow defeat
Thames Valley Harriers secured the 2026 National Athletics League Premiership title despite Harrow winning the final match at Eton.
Chukwueze earns 8.3 rating in AC Milan’s 2-1 Serie A win over Torino
Samuel Chukwueze created four chances and supplied an assist as AC Milan began their 2026/27 Serie A campaign with victory over Torino.
Olisa Ndah in advanced talks over Libya move after PSL exit
Nigeria defender Olisa Ndah is in advanced talks with a Libyan club after five seasons in South Africa, where he won seven domestic trophies.
Ouaddou explains protecting Appollis before Sekhukhune clash
Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained his decision to protect Orlando Pirates winger Oswin Appollis ahead of the meeting with Sekhukhune.
Sha’Carri Richardson takes third in Silesia Diamond League 100m
Sha’Carri Richardson finished third in 10.96 seconds at the Silesia Diamond League, accepting the result after a tough race against Alfred and Jefferson-Wooden.
Andre Ayew responds to GFA presidency talk ahead of 2027 vote
Andre Ayew has addressed speculation over a possible GFA presidency bid, saying his priority is helping Ghanaian football develop ahead of the 2027 elections.
Zimbabwe’s Wilfred Mashaya wins four golds at ICO Scottish Open
Zimbabwean martial artist Wilfred Mashaya won four gold medals in weapons categories at the ICO Scottish Open in Glasgow over the weekend.