Christian Mbilli intensifies WBC camp ahead of Canelo fight in Riyadh
Unbeaten WBC super-middleweight champion Christian Mbilli is stepping up training for his October 31, 2026 meeting with Canelo Álvarez in Riyadh.
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Monaco Enters Three-Way Race To Host Bivol-Smith Title Fight
Monaco has emerged alongside the UK and Russia as a possible venue for Dmitry Bivol’s three-belt defence against Callum Smith.
NAL round three sets title race, relegation fight and Championship stakes
Thames Valley Harriers and Harrow AC meet with the NAL Premiership title in sight, while third place, relegation and promotion places remain open.
Tottenham's Mohammed Kudus returns to Ghana after grandmother's death
Tottenham midfielder Mohammed Kudus has returned to Ghana to mourn his grandmother, with the family’s funeral arrangements yet to be announced.
Eddie Jones questions Feinberg-Mngomezulu ahead of All Blacks Test
Eddie Jones has questioned Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's control at fly-half before South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test against New Zealand.
Oleksandr Usyk backs Crawford over Mayweather, Leonard and Robinson
Oleksandr Usyk believes a peak Terence Crawford would have defeated Floyd Mayweather, Sugar Ray Leonard and Sugar Ray Robinson.
Jawo says Fernandez duel was even in 1-0 Conference League loss
Jablonec striker Lamin Jawo says Emmanuel Fernandez posed no special problem after Rangers won their Conference League playoff first leg 1-0.
Zimbabwe’s National Sports Stadium wins CAF Category 3 approval
The National Sports Stadium has been cleared to host international football again, allowing Zimbabwe to stage CAF matches at home.
Maresca expects aggressive Bournemouth in Premier League opener
Enzo Maresca says Manchester City know what to expect from Bournemouth’s high-intensity approach before their Premier League opener on 23 August.
Feyenoord contact Nigerian winger Daniel Job amid West Ham interest
Feyenoord have opened contact with Nigerian winger Daniel Job, who has attracted interest from West Ham and Lecce after a strong season in Norway.
Messi, Yamal avoid bans after Spain's 1-0 2026 World Cup win
Messi and Yamal escaped sanctions as FIFA banned four Argentina representatives and Spain's Gavi after the 2026 World Cup final.
FIFA bans four Argentina players after 2026 World Cup final melee
FIFA has suspended four Argentina players, including Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina, after the post-final confrontation with Spain.
Nine Super Eagles players set to feature in 2026/27 EPL season
Nine Nigerian players are expected in the 2026/27 English Premier League, including established stars, returning players and new top-flight faces.
C2E Sports Academy, Obosa Queens win 4-2 to seal 2027 NWFL promotion
C2E Sports Academy and Obosa Queens will play in the 2027 NWFL Championship after 4-2 semi-final wins in the NWFL Nationwide 2026.
Griquas beat Pumas 38-14 to secure a Currie Cup home semi-final
Defending champions Griquas beat Pumas 38-14 in Nelspruit to stay top of the Currie Cup and secure a home semi-final.
Prichard Colón weight details emerge 11 years after Williams fight
Newly detailed records show Prichard Colón moved from 154 to 148.8 and then 156 pounds around his final fight with Terrel Williams.
Acapulco seeks to host the 64th WBC Annual Convention in 2026
Guerrero is pursuing Acapulco as the venue for the 64th WBC Annual Convention in November 2026, after the city hosted the 2022 edition.
FIFA hands Argentina heavy sanctions after 1-0 World Cup final disorder
FIFA has suspended Argentina players and staff for the World Cup final disorder, while the AFA faces a $321,000 tournament fine.
Peixoto calls for Wolves mentality shift before Preston visit
Wolves coach Cesar Peixoto says his team must control its emotions and use two early victories to alter its mentality at Preston North End.
Paredes given 10-match ban after Argentina’s 1-0 World Cup final brawl
Leandro Paredes has been suspended for 10 matches after Argentina’s 1-0 defeat by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final and post-match clashes.
Sanchez stops Gomez in historic 1981 Battle of the Little Giants
Salvador Sanchez stopped Wilfredo Gomez in the eighth round on Aug. 21, 1981, after surviving a fierce opening attack in Las Vegas.
Bournemouth sign goalkeeper Adam Brogan for Premier League 2026
Bournemouth have signed goalkeeper Adam Brogan while sitting third in the Premier League 2026 listing before facing Manchester City.
Dylan Biggs Puts WBC Grand Prix Prize on Line Against Guzel in Queensland
Australian middleweight Dylan Biggs will face unbeaten Turkey fighter Kenan Guzel for the WBC Silver title after winning last year’s Grand Prix.
Alan Picasso targets featherweight world title in WBC Silver debut
Alan Picasso will face Maicol Rincón for the WBC Silver Featherweight Title on August 29 as he begins his push towards a world championship.
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies open 2026 COSAFA CAFWCL with 8-0 win
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies began their 2026 COSAFA CAFWCL Qualifiers campaign with an 8-0 victory over Eswatini’s Nsingizini Hotspurs.
Shukri Conrad proud as Proteas earn SA Sports Awards nominations
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad has welcomed his Coach of the Year nomination after South Africa’s World Test Championship success and 2025 win in India.
Ghana forward Nathan Opoku begins Northampton challenge after move
Nathan Opoku has joined Northampton Town from Leicester City on a three-year deal as the Ghanaian forward targets a fresh League Two start.
Southampton seek first Championship points against Stoke in 2026/27
Southampton, on minus four points after losing at Watford, host Stoke City on Saturday as both sides seek their first Championship points of 2026/27.
Millwall sign English-Ghanaian defender Jordi Osei-Tutu on deal
Millwall have signed 27-year-old English-Ghanaian defender Jordi Osei-Tutu from Bolton Wanderers through the end of 2026/27.
Thomas Partey takes No. 18 shirt after Al Shabab Saudi move
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will wear No. 18 at Al Shabab after joining the Saudi Pro League club from Villarreal as a free agent.
Dayann Methalie underlines his commitment to Sunderland challenge
The 20-year-old Toulouse left-back has pledged complete commitment to Sunderland, while his club record and player profile remain unchanged.
FIFA, UEFA keep six international pairings apart amid tensions
Political disputes, territorial claims and security concerns have led FIFA and UEFA to prevent six sensitive international football pairings.
Mikel Obi says Andre Ayew could change Ghanaian football
Mikel Obi has identified Andre Ayew as a possible figure who could help bring meaningful changes to Ghanaian football.
LaLiga: Mourinho says fitting Madrid’s three stars will be difficult
Jose Mourinho says using Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham together will be difficult but insists the Real Madrid trio can work.
FIFA bans Paredes 10 matches after Argentina’s 1-0 World Cup 2026 final
Leandro Paredes has been banned for 10 Argentina matches and fined $90,000 over post-match conduct after Spain’s 1-0 World Cup final win.
Ghana forward Nathan Opoku joins Northampton from Leicester City
Nathan Opoku is set to leave Leicester City for Northampton Town on a three-year deal, subject to work permit approval for the League One move.
Eric Tinkler warns Ghana pitches could hinder Asante Kotoko style
Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler says poor pitches in Ghana may restrict his possession game but insists the club must adapt ahead of the new season.
Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu joins Salford City in League Two deal
Salford City have signed 26-year-old English-Ghanaian midfielder Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu from Plymouth Argyle on a multi-year League Two deal.
Man City suffer Doku injury blow before Premier League opener
Jeremy Doku will miss Manchester City’s Premier League opener against Bournemouth after suffering a calf injury in the Community Shield.
Alhassan Yusuf named MLS Player of the Week after 3-0 hat-trick
Nigeria midfielder Alhassan Yusuf has won MLS Player of the Week after scoring three times in New England Revolution’s 3-0 victory.