MLS: Prince Owusu scores again as Montreal draw 2-2 with LA Galaxy
Prince Owusu scored his 13th MLS goal of the season to earn CF Montreal a 2-2 draw with LA Galaxy and extend his scoring run.
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Malik Pimpong debuts for Eintracht Frankfurt and scores for U21s
Malik Pimpong made his Eintracht Frankfurt debut in the DFB-Pokal and then scored for the club’s U21 side as his German move began brightly.
Soludo Backs Iloenyosi for NFF South-East Executive Committee Seat
Anambra governor Chukwuma Soludo has endorsed former Super Eagles defender Chikelue Iloenyosi’s bid for the NFF South-East seat.
PFL Tampa: Cris Cyborg beats Ketlen Vieira to retain featherweight title
Cris Cyborg earned her 30th MMA win with a unanimous decision over Ketlen Vieira, retaining the PFL women’s featherweight championship.
Prichard Colón honoured with ten-count salute in Las Vegas boxing
Prichard Colón was honoured with a ten-count salute in Las Vegas, nine days after the former unbeaten Puerto Rican boxer died aged 33.
Ghana football transfer deadline closes at 11:59 p.m. tonight
Ghanaian clubs have until 11:59 p.m. on August 23 to register new players for the 2025/26 football season.
African federations weigh Infantino challenge ahead of FIFA election
Up to 15 African federations are reported to be considering a break with Gianni Infantino before the next FIFA presidential election.
Haaland cuts his hair ahead of 2026/27 Premier League season
Erling Haaland has replaced his long hairstyle with a short cut before Manchester City’s 2026/27 Premier League opener under Enzo Maresca.
Bonfrere warns FIFA ban could destroy Nigerian football’s future
Former Nigeria coach Jo Bonfrere says a FIFA ban would damage the country’s teams and young players as authorities seek change at the NFF.
Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney fight week schedule confirmed for Gold Coast
Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney headline a Gold Coast fight week featuring a media event, weigh-in and convention-centre card across several platforms.
Chicken Inn beat Eland Rovers 1-0 in Bulawayo KitAid tournament
Chicken Inn opened the Majinkila Hope Foundation and KitAid tournament with a 1-0 win over Eland Rovers at Njube Ground in Bulawayo.
Golden Arrows’ Jiyane set for Ndlovu reunion in MTN8 semi-final
Golden Arrows captain Ayanda Jiyane expects familiarity with former teammate Siyanda Ndlovu to help in their MTN8 semi-final against Sundowns.
Chelle puts four fringe players in frame for Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 ties
Eric Chelle has highlighted Alhassan Yusuf, Chidera Ejuke, George Ilenikhena and Kelechi Iheanacho ahead of Nigeria’s September qualifiers.
Lopez calls Romero welterweight's biggest puncher after 116-112 win
Teofimo Lopez survived a damaging fifth round to beat Rolando Romero by majority decision and claim the WBA welterweight title in Las Vegas.
Okoye welcomes Udinese’s 1-1 Serie A draw against strong Como
Maduka Okoye says Udinese valued their 1-1 Serie A draw with Como after helping the team against a strong side at home.
Morris praises Root’s impact as Paarl Royals confirm SA20 return
Chris Morris says Joe Root’s humility and guidance made a strong impression at Paarl Royals, who have brought him back for SA20 Season 5.
Maduka Okoye Calls Udinese’s 1-1 Draw With Como Important Point
Maduka Okoye welcomed Udinese’s 1-1 home draw with Como, saying the point mattered after Hassane Kamara’s opener was cancelled out.
Lightning beats Bolt with 9.47s 100m at World Humanoid Robot Games
Honor’s humanoid robot Lightning ran 100m in 9.47 seconds in Beijing, beating Usain Bolt’s 9.58 mark during the World Humanoid Robot Games.
Ghana, South Africa learn 2027 Women’s World Cup play-off opponents
South Africa will face Uzbekistan and Ghana will meet Ecuador in the preliminary phase of the 2027 Women’s World Cup play-offs.
Funding gap threatens Uganda’s Namboole rail plan for AFCON 2027
Uganda’s Shs23.33bn rail allocation for AFCON 2027 works has not been fully released, while ageing coaches threaten the Namboole transport plan.
Teddy Atlas says Moses Itauma has more dimensions than Mike Tyson
Former Mike Tyson trainer Teddy Atlas believes Moses Itauma offers more variety than the heavyweight great ahead of his IBF title challenge.
Fernandes condemns familiar mistakes after Hull stun Man United 2-0
Bruno Fernandes criticised Manchester United’s approach after Hull City opened the 2026/27 Premier League season with a 2-0 victory.
Jiyane demands Golden Arrows win at Sundowns in MTN8 semi-final
Golden Arrows captain Ayanda Jiyane says his team must beat Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final first leg in Gauteng.
Coventry City ticket details for Hull City home game in 2026
Coventry City’s home Premier League fixture against Hull City is scheduled for 29 August 2026, with Coventry currently 19th after one match.
West Ham target Rangers' Super Eagles defender Fernandez in Championship
West Ham have entered the race for Rangers and Nigeria defender Emmanuel Fernandez, with a potential £21m deal competing against Atalanta and Leverkusen.
Rolly Romero demands rematch after 116-112 loss to Teofimo Lopez
Rolly Romero has called for an immediate rematch after Teofimo Lopez won the WBA welterweight title by majority decision in Las Vegas.
Mike Dean backs Ola Aina yellow card in 1-0 Premier League loss
Former Premier League referee Mike Dean said Ola Aina’s yellow card was correct after Nottingham Forest lost 1-0 to Leeds in their opener.
Sangare shines as Brentford beat Tottenham 3-0 in Premier League
Mamadou Sangare marked his Premier League debut with an assist as Brentford defeated Tottenham 3-0, giving Keith Andrews’ side an ideal start.
Ipswich submit third €30m offer for Leverkusen midfielder Palacios
Ipswich Town have raised their offer for Exequiel Palacios to a €30m package as talks with Bayer Leverkusen move close to agreement.
Proteas Women coach welcomes Geoffrey Toyana's Titans role
Mashimbyi has welcomed Geoffrey Toyana to the Titans women’s team and says his experience can strengthen the franchise and women’s cricket.
Bournemouth’s Rayan embraces pressure before Premier League City test
Bournemouth forward Rayan says his World Cup experience has increased expectations as he prepares to face Haaland and Manchester City.
Maresca says Manchester City must replace Rodri after Barca move
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says the club must recruit a successor to Rodri after the Spain midfielder joined Barcelona.
Gor Mahia signing Denis Omedi keeps personal targets private
Gor Mahia forward Denis Omedi says he is keeping his personal targets private as he begins a two-year spell with the FKF Premier League champions.
Ipswich goalkeeper Van Oevelen set to join Valencia on loan
Ipswich Town goalkeeper Kayne Van Oevelen is set to travel to Valencia and complete a season-long loan move after leaving the club’s plans.
Championship: Lopez calls Wolves return a fresh start after 3-1
Fer Lopez scored twice as Wolves beat Preston 3-1, then described his return to the club as a fresh start after a difficult spell away.
McKenzie backs Springboks after 33-16 Greatest Rivalry Tour loss
Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has backed South Africa after a 33-16 defeat by New Zealand, with the four-Test Greatest Rivalry Tour still open.
Mourinho's 2-1 LaLiga return marked by sprint over new rule at Madrid
Jose Mourinho's touchline sprint to enforce a five-second restart rule drew attention after Real Madrid's 2-1 LaLiga win over Espanyol.
PSL Week 27 finale brings defining tests for Bosso, DeMbare and Manica
Highlanders, Dynamos and Manica Diamonds face key Week 27 fixtures as title chasers and relegation candidates pursue points in the Castle Lager PSL.
Froch predicts Itauma stoppage against Hrgovic in vacant IBF heavyweight bout
Carl Froch expects Moses Itauma to stop Filip Hrgovic and says the win would surpass Anthony Joshua’s 2016 world-title victory.
Rahim Ibrahim scores as Slovan beat Kosice 2-1 in Slovak Liga
Ghana midfielder Rahim Ibrahim scored his second league goal of the season as Slovan Bratislava defeated FC Kosice 2-1.