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Mette explains Tusker FC's 3-1 FKF Super Cup win over Gor Mahia
Julien Mette says Tusker FC's 3-1 FKF Super Cup victory over Gor Mahia showed attacking efficiency, defensive discipline and a strong mentality.
GFA chief praises Ghana's promise after 1-0 2026 World Cup exit
GFA president Kurt Okraku says Ghana’s run to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 showed resilience and progress despite a 1-0 loss to Colombia.
Chukwueze wins Man of the Match in Milan’s 2-1 Serie A victory
Samuel Chukwueze earned Man of the Match honours after assisting AC Milan’s second goal in their 2-1 Serie A win at Torino.
Premier League: Man Utd urged to sign Osimhen after 2-0 defeat
Manchester United have been told Victor Osimhen could address their problems after the club’s 2-0 Premier League loss to Hull City.
Black Queens can reach 2027 World Cup after 2-1 WAFCON exit
Hasaacas Ladies CEO Evelyn Nsiah Asare says Ghana can still qualify for Brazil 2027 through the World Cup play-off tournament.
Andrew Tendo vows City Oilers overhaul after NBL finals defeats
City Oilers coach Andrew Tendo will make changes after a second straight NBL finals loss, with injuries and defensive issues blamed for the setback.
Kenya explains Sh10.85bn rise in Talanta Stadium project cost
Kenya says taxes, VAT, withholding tax and import charges pushed the Talanta Stadium project from Sh35bn to Sh45.85bn.
Uganda Premier League 2026/27 puts returning stars to the test
Several Ugandan players are returning from spells abroad as the 2026/27 StarTimes Uganda Premier League begins on August 28.
Gary Neville backs Arsenal for Premier League title after Gameweek 1
Gary Neville has kept Arsenal as his Premier League title pick after an opening weekend in which several leading clubs dropped points or struggled.
Jaron Ennis and Josh Kelly in advanced title unification talks
Jaron Ennis and Josh Kelly are in advanced negotiations for a three-belt junior middleweight unification fight targeted for November or December.
Triangle face seven-match fight to survive in Castle Lager PSL
Triangle have seven matches to escape relegation after returning coach Genesis Mangombe inherited a side at the bottom with 18 points.
Chicken Inn stun Dynamos 1-0 to end Cioaba run in Premiership
Thulani Joseph’s 40-metre goal gave Chicken Inn a 1-0 win over Dynamos, ending Aritsica Cioaba’s unbeaten Premiership run.
FKF condemns violence after Gor Mahia's 3-1 Shield Cup loss
FKF has condemned violence involving journalists and fans after Tusker beat Gor Mahia 3-1 in the FKF Shield Cup final at Nyayo Stadium.
Khamalatha wins Blantyre Winter Tour Golf Championship with 155
Victor Khamalatha posted a 155 gross score to win the second Blantyre Sports Club Winter Tour Golf Championship, two shots ahead of Gabriel Kambale.
Nyirenda attacks Dedza pitch after 0-0 FDH Bank Premiership draw
Wedson Nyirenda criticised Dedza Stadium after Bullets’ 0-0 draw with Luanar left the champions fourth on 27 points from 14 matches.
CAF WCL COSAFA: Dhlamini double sinks Silver Strikers 3-0
Karabo Dhlamini scored twice as Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies defeated Silver Strikers Ladies 3-0 in the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA tie.
Remembered: Julio Cesar Chavez stopped Edwin Rosario in 11th round
The 1987 meeting is remembered for Julio Cesar Chavez’s breakdown of Edwin Rosario, ending with an 11th-round stoppage in Las Vegas.
FDH Bank Premiership: VAR row overshadows Bullets' 0-0 draw
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets were held 0-0 by Luanar Mitundu at Dedza, with a disputed foul decision dominating a tense FDH Bank Premiership match.
Teofimo Lopez beats Rolly Romero and targets undisputed title run
Teofimo Lopez won the WBA welterweight title by majority decision over Rolly Romero and says his next goal is to unify the division.
Salah scores first Turkish Super Lig brace in Trabzonspor's 2-1 win
Mohamed Salah scored twice on his first Turkish Super Lig start for Trabzonspor, beating Istanbul Basaksehir 2-1 as Paul Onuachu’s drought reached seven games.
Ajayi Runs 9.94 as Nathaniel Miss Podium at Silesia Diamond League
Nigeria’s Kanyinsola Ajayi ran 9.94 seconds for fourth in the 100m, while Ezekiel Nathaniel also placed fourth in the 400m hurdles in Silesia.
Sanwo-Olu says EKO 2026 will retain Nigeria’s young sporting talent
Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says EKO 2026 will identify and develop young athletes while creating pathways to keep them in Nigeria.
MFM finish Zenith Bank League Atlantic Phase 1 unbeaten, win 62-37
MFM completed the Zenith Bank League Atlantic Phase 1 unbeaten after a 62-37 victory over First Bank in Lagos.
Ogualu rallies past Samuel 9-7 at NNPC-SNEPCo Junior Championship
Emmanuella Ogualu overturned an earlier group defeat by Gloria Samuel to win the Girls 16s final 9-7 at the NNPC-SNEPCo Junior Championship.
Moises Garcia stops Mike Tyson look-alike Evans at Butterfly Brawl 3
Moises Garcia halted D’Angelo “Muscle” Evans in round five at Butterfly Brawl 3, ending the light welterweight prospect’s momentum.
Five Ghanaian debuts, Afriyie assist and Owusu’s 13th MLS goal
Five Ghanaian players started league life at new clubs, while Jerry Afriyie assisted for Genk and Prince Owusu reached 13 MLS goals.
Sinner and Draper withdraw from US Open 2026 with injuries in New York
World number one Jannik Sinner and Britain's Jack Draper will miss the US Open 2026 after knee and arm injuries disrupted their seasons.
Dana White reacts after DWCS star says Khamzat teammate jumped him
Dana White has reacted after a DWCS star revealed he was jumped by a teammate of Khamzat Chimaev, with no further details confirmed.
Former West Brom midfielder Quevin Castro dies during Portugal friendly
Quevin Castro, the former West Brom midfielder, died aged 25 after collapsing during Real Sport Clube’s friendly against Estrela de Amadora.
Bibiani GoldStars sign former Asante Kotoko striker Kwame Opoku
Bibiani GoldStars have added 27-year-old forward Kwame Opoku on a one-year deal as they prepare for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.
Lille’s £86m teenage star Ayyoub Bouaddi heads to Man City
Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, is set to join Manchester City in a deal worth £86m after choosing Morocco over France.
McBrown says Asante Kotoko management overlooks her in mobilisation
Nana Ama McBrown says Asante Kotoko must involve Ashanti personalities more directly in supporters’ mobilisation and club activities.
Buruj academy sends Nigerian trio for football trials in UK
Raheem Salaudeen, Fawas Adeleke and Jacob Iyida have been registered for UK football trials through Buruj Football Club and Sports Academy.
Zimbabwe urged to keep Warriors at home after CAF stadium approval
CAF’s Category 3 approval for Harare’s National Sports Stadium has revived hopes of regular Warriors home matches and renewed calls for its upkeep.
Adeboye praises 2026 Ex-Internationals Cup after 3-1 final
SSA Adeboye says the 2026 Ex-Internationals Cup links Nigerian football legends with young players after Babington’s 3-1 win.
Ryan Garcia picks Tommy Hearns over Mayweather at welterweight
Ryan Garcia has chosen Tommy Hearns to beat Floyd Mayweather in a fantasy prime-versus-prime welterweight fight between two multi-division champions.
LCB Corporate Games 2026 begin with 16 port sector companies
The fifth LCB Corporate Games have started in Accra and Tema, with 16 port and logistics companies competing over up to 14 weeks.
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Sochima agrees Shooting Stars NPFL move
Victor Sochima has agreed a one-year move to Shooting Stars, with the former Super Eagles goalkeeper set to return to the NPFL.
Serie A: Chukwueze provides assist in Milan's 2-1 win at Torino
Samuel Chukwueze played 90 minutes and assisted Adrien Rabiot as AC Milan opened their Serie A campaign with a 2-1 victory at Torino.