Blessed Isigbo joins Kayseri Kadın FK in Turkish Women’s Super League
Nigerian defender Blessed Isigbo has left Remo Stars Ladies after three years to join Turkish top-flight club Kayseri Kadın FK.
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Nigeria's Joy Omewa makes BK Häcken debut in 4-1 win over AIK
Nigeria's Joy Omewa made her BK Häcken debut as a substitute in the Swedish club's 4-1 home victory over AIK.
Edo Queens captain targets WAFU-B glory ahead of AS GNN clash
Edo Queens captain Odiagbe Deborah says the Nigerian champions are ready to open their WAFU-B campaign against Niger’s AS GNN.
Nwaiwu says 100% focus is needed to stop Salah after 2-1 win
Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu says stopping Mohamed Salah requires total focus after the Egyptian’s two-goal display in a 2-1 win.
Infantino tells Ronaldo he is 23 goals from 1,000-career mark
FIFA president Gianni Infantino highlighted Cristiano Ronaldo’s 23-goal gap to the 1,000-goal career landmark during an exchange in Paris.
Du Toit and Nche set for Boks milestones against All Blacks
Pieter-Steph du Toit is set for his 100th Test and Ox Nche his 50th as South Africa face New Zealand in Cape Town.
Arthur Okonkwo beats Osimhen to Nigerian Player of the Week crown
Charlton goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has been named Nigeria’s Player of the Week after making eight saves on his Championship debut.
Moses Itauma’s age record fails to sell Hrgovic PPV in August
Moses Itauma’s bid to become boxing’s second-youngest heavyweight champion is being used to promote an August 29 PPV against Filip Hrgovic.
Uncapped Duan Jansen and Eathan Bosch set for Proteas debuts
Duan Jansen and Eathan Bosch are in line for their first Proteas appearances after Jason Smith was ruled out of the team.
Africa Netball Cup 2026 to unite men’s and women’s teams in Nairobi
Nairobi will host the Africa Netball Cup 2026 and Africa’s Sydney 2027 World Cup qualifiers from 19 to 26 September.
Ceferin rules out FIFA presidency bid against Infantino in 2027
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin will not challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA president in 2027, but expects another candidate to enter the race.
Billy Joe Saunders backs Tyson Fury to beat Anthony Joshua
Former two-weight world champion Billy Joe Saunders has chosen Tyson Fury to beat Anthony Joshua, while warning that Joshua’s power remains a threat.
Samuel Sepeng celebrates award shared with Semenya and Sekgodiso
Samuel Sepeng called Prudence Sekgodiso’s Sportswoman of the Year honour a dream after earlier winning with Caster Semenya.
Adekunle sisters reach KWAFEST 8.0 badminton final after 2-0 wins
Gbotemi and Feranmi Adekunle won their KWAFEST 8.0 semi-finals 2-0 to create an all-family women’s singles badminton final.
Mateta contract dispute puts Crystal Palace transfer plans in focus
Jean-Philippe Mateta’s contract challenge has left Crystal Palace weighing a sale before the striker can move towards a free transfer next year.
Cardoso calls Santos an extraordinary player at Mamelodi Sundowns
Miguel Cardoso has defended Nuno Santos after an inconsistent start, recalling the midfielder’s outstanding Champions League displays for Sundowns.
Akonnor faults Gor Mahia errors after 3-1 FKF Super Cup loss
Charles Akonnor says individual errors hurt Gor Mahia in their 3-1 FKF Super Cup defeat by Tusker ahead of the new season.
Unbeaten heavyweights Hysa and Narmo join Itauma-Hrgovic card
Nelson Hysa and Thomas Narmo will meet on August 29, adding an unbeaten heavyweight fight to the Moses Itauma-Filip Hrgovic bill.
West Ham target Emmanuel Fernandez in Scottish Premiership transfer chase
West Ham have joined Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen in the race for Rangers and Nigeria defender Emmanuel Fernandez, with a £21m deal in view.
Edo Queens Begin WAFU-B CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers
Edo Queens face AS Garde Nationale on 24 August in Ouagadougou, beginning a Group B campaign for a place in the CAF Women’s Champions League.
Wahab Abubakar joins Botswana’s Black Lions FC from Holy Stars
Ghana goalkeeper Wahab Abubakar has left Holy Stars for Botswana’s Black Lions FC, signing a contract that runs until 30 June 2027.
Ahoka’s Sunderland move imminent, Antwerp teammate says after 4-4
Royal Antwerp teammate Rein Van Helden says Jules Ahoka’s move to Sunderland is imminent after the 20-year-old missed the 4-4 draw with Genk.
Amusan, Ajayi lead Nigeria’s Budapest 2026 Ultimate Championship team
Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi, Nathaniel Ezekiel and Samuel Ogazi are among Nigeria’s qualifiers for the 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championship.
Enugu City Marathon 2026 enters final five-day countdown in Coal City
Enugu prepares for the second City International Marathon on August 29, with a five-day expo, a 42km elite race and a 10km fun run.
Luutu wins 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open after rivals falter
Elijah Luutu secured his first Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open title after Joseph Bagabo and Hassan Pirani faltered on the final holes.
All Blacks assess injured trio before Lions and Springboks Tests
New Zealand will be without Ethan de Groot and Josh Lord for the second Springboks Test while Anton Segner’s return remains uncertain.
Busoga Masaza Cup 2026: Namayingo claim Bugiri derby 2-0 victory
Bukooli Namayingo defeated neighbours Bukooli Bugiri 2-0 in the 2026 MTN Busoga Masaza Cup, taking derby honours at Namayingo Primary School.
McKenzie gives SAFA 21 days to repay R13m VAR funds in dispute
McKenzie says SAFA must return R13m allocated for VAR within 21 days or face a FIFA referral over the stalled project.
Johnny Nelson questions Anthony Joshua’s mindset before Fury bout
Former champion Johnny Nelson says Anthony Joshua looked fragile against Kristian Prenga and should not fight again before facing Tyson Fury.
Falconets World Cup hopes hit by visa denials for 15 players
Nigeria’s Falconets face a serious squad setback after entry visas were secured for only 15 players ahead of the U20 Women’s World Cup.
Lions name three Springboks for All Blacks tour match at Ellis Park
Three Springboks join Francke Horn in the Lions starting XV for Tuesday’s All Blacks tour match at Ellis Park after New Zealand’s 33-16 win.
Kaze targets improvements after Sekhukhune’s 1-0 MTN8 defeat
Sekhukhune United coach Cedric Kaze wants sharper final-third play and greater composure before two more meetings with Orlando Pirates this week.
Simba Queens face Kenya Police Bullets in CAF Women’s Champions League
Simba Queens, 2-0 winners over Top Girls Academy, face Kenya Police Bullets in Kigali with Group C and the CECAFA ticket at stake.
Uganda Rowing draws record crowd at 2026 Buganda Regatta Finals
More than 2,000 spectators watched Uganda Rowing’s Beach Sprint Invitational at the 2026 Buganda Royal Regatta Finals in Mpigi.
Arthur Fils wins maiden Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati, 6-3 1-6 6-0
Arthur Fils defeated Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 in Cincinnati to win his first Masters 1000 title and rise to No 11.
Two Springboks boost Lions for All Blacks battle at Ellis Park
The Lions have received a boost from two Springboks released for their Ellis Park meeting with the All Blacks before the Test series.
Coco Gauff beats Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 for Cincinnati Masters title
Coco Gauff defeated Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 in an all-American final to win the Cincinnati Masters and claim her second WTA 1000 title.
Nwaiwu addresses Premier League links after Trabzonspor's 2-1 win
Chibuike Nwaiwu has addressed speculation over a move to the Premier League after featuring for the full 90 minutes in Trabzonspor's 2-1 win.
Namibia president commissions Eeshoke Chula Chula sports facility
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has opened a new sports facility in Helao Nafidi, with Eeshoke Chula Chula and Mighty Gunners featuring at the ceremony.
Namibia name four swimmers for 2026 junior open water worlds
Namibia will send four swimmers to the 2026 World Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships in Argentina in September.