GFA names 20 young referees for MTN Elite U-19 Championship
Twenty young match officials will oversee the MTN Elite U-19 Championship as part of Ghana’s Catch Them Young Referees development programme.
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Senegal appoint Patrick Vieira as new head coach after Thiaw exit
Senegal have appointed France’s 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach after Pape Thiaw’s departure, returning him to his birthplace.
Mikel Obi calls for NFF departures after Nigeria miss 2026 World Cup
John Obi Mikel says NFF officials responsible for Nigeria’s second straight World Cup absence must go, with reform calls growing before elections.
Ryan Garcia challenges Conor Benn’s weight ahead of Las Vegas fight
Ryan Garcia has criticised Conor Benn’s decision to leave welterweight after their September 12 bout, calling the move an excuse before fight night.
Attram De Visser win 1-0 for third in X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup
Attram De Visser secured third place in the X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup after a 1-0 win over Nsuopun Fidelity at Obuasi.
Gusau asks FIFA to block Nigerian government move against NFF
NFF president Ibrahim Musa Gusau has appealed to FIFA after Nigeria authorised plans to remove the federation’s board and halt its election.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Okonkwo set to leave Wrexham after 1-1 opener
Arthur Okonkwo is set to leave Wrexham after losing his place to Nathan Patterson, with Charlton, Derby and Bolton linked to the Super Eagles keeper.
Wisdom Acquah joins Modena on loan after leaving Torino for Serie B
The 19-year-old Italian-Ghanaian midfielder has moved from Torino’s Serie A set-up to Modena in Serie B on loan through June 2027.
Isis Sio makes Las Vegas home as Mayweather club feels familiar
The 19-year-old boxer has moved from North Dakota to Las Vegas, where Mayweather Boxing Club has become a familiar base as she weighs her future.
Hodgkinson joins Werro for Zurich 800m Diamond League rematch
Keely Hodgkinson and Audrey Werro will meet for a third time in 2026 at the Zurich Wanda Diamond League 800m next week.
Temwa Chawinga leads African player ratings in EA Sports FC 27
Malawi forward Temwa Chawinga is Africa’s highest-rated player in EA Sports FC 27, with an overall score of 89, one point above two 88-rated stars.
Gara-Gombe backs NFF fact-finding committee, urges action on reforms
Shuaibu Gara-Gombe has welcomed the NFF’s six-member inquiry into Nigeria’s national-team failures but says implementation will decide its value.
Rafael Leao offered to Roma as Man Utd confirm Ethan Ennis move
AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has been proposed to Roma, while Manchester United confirm academy attacker Ethan Ennis will join Stockport County.
Al Hilal target Osimhen as Benzema replacement after €130m bid
Al Hilal have renewed their pursuit of Victor Osimhen after Galatasaray rejected a €130m offer, with Karim Benzema expected to leave.
James West, Almi Nerurkar win SportsShoes Podium 5km races
James West won the men’s race in 13:49, while Almi Nerurkar took the women’s title in 15:54 at Ashton-under-Lyne.
Baba Yara Stadium could secure CAF approval for international games
Baba Yara Sports Stadium is being considered for CAF licence approval, a step that could allow it to stage international football matches.
Benjamin Fredrick Set for Brentford Return Ahead of AFCON Qualifiers
Nigeria defender Benjamin Fredrick is expected to resume full training and matches for Brentford before returning for September’s AFCON qualifiers.
Frankfurt join Marseille in pursuit of Nigeria-eligible keeper Atubolu
Eintracht Frankfurt have added Noah Atubolu to their goalkeeper plans as Marseille, Napoli and Juventus monitor the Nigeria-eligible Freiburg player.
Göztepe omit Anthony Dennis from 3-3 Turkish Super Lig draw
Göztepe left Super Eagles invitee Anthony Dennis out of their 3-3 draw with Samsunspor as Bundesliga clubs consider a summer move.
Maikaba backs Flying Eagles stars after 4-1 WAFU-B final loss
Flying Eagles coach Abdu Maikaba believes some of Nigeria’s WAFU-B U-20 runners-up can progress to the U-23s and Super Eagles.
Premier League to publish full referee and VAR verdicts this season
The Premier League will release full KMI Panel verdicts, officials’ explanations and selected RefCam audio to improve transparency around decisions.
Abubakar backs Wikki Tourists’ NNL preparations after Katsina camp
Wikki Tourists technical adviser Bala Abubakar says the team met its camp objectives and showed encouraging progress ahead of the new NNL season.
NPFL: Matthew Arinze leaves Kwara United for Libya’s Alafreky SC
Defender Matthew Arinze has joined Libyan club Alafreky SC from Kwara United after 29 appearances and four seasons in the NPFL.
Orlando Pirates’ DDC champions lose 5-0 to Vitesse Under-21
Orlando Pirates’ DDC champions began their Netherlands Winners Tour with a 5-0 defeat by SBV Vitesse’s Under-21 side.
‘Big Jim’ Hamilton backs Sharks rebrand after visiting The Tank
‘Big Jim’ Hamilton has endorsed the Sharks’ rebrand after visiting The Tank for an All Blacks game, with the team’s next fixture ahead.
Khoza explains why South Africa’s PSL was cut from 18 to 16 teams
PSL chairman Irvin Khoza says financial pressure forced the league to reduce from 18 teams to 16 before the 2002/03 season.
Amy Hunt leads BBC Sports Personality race after four-gold haul
Amy Hunt has become the leading BBC Sports Personality of the Year contender after winning four golds at the European Championships in Birmingham.
Van Dijk says Jacquet needs time after Liverpool beat Como 2-0
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says new defender Jérémy Jacquet needs time to develop his partnership with teammates after scoring against Como.
Frank Onyeka doubtful for Coventry’s 2026 Premier League opener
Coventry could be without Frank Onyeka for their Premier League return at Arsenal on 21 August, after the Super Eagles midfielder suffered a knock.
Elumelu backs NFF fact-finding committee amid national-team crisis
Former NFF technical committee member Austel Elumelu has endorsed the federation’s six-member inquiry into Nigeria’s repeated national-team setbacks.
Orlando Pirates coach backs Yanela Mbuthuma during goal drought
Orlando Pirates coach has continued to support forward Yanela Mbuthuma, despite the South African striker’s current lack of goals.
Tijjani Reijnders set to leave Manchester City for Saudi Pro League
Tijjani Reijnders is expected to leave Manchester City for Al-Qadsiah after one season, with a medical and final personal terms still to come.
SC Volcanoes appoint Sadick Sempigi for FUFA Big League debut
Newly promoted SC Volcanoes Kisoro have appointed Sadick Sempigi on a renewable one-year deal as they prepare for the 2026-27 FUFA Big League.
Five key lessons from Cameroon’s 3-0 WAFCON 2026 triumph in Morocco
Cameroon’s 3-0 final win over Malawi capped WAFCON 2026, which showed stronger competition, rising coaching influence and unresolved organisational issues.
Super Eagles: Awoniyi, Iheanacho lead 2026 summer club moves
Eight Super Eagles players, including Taiwo Awoniyi and Kelechi Iheanacho, have joined new clubs during the 2026 summer transfer window.
Silver Strikers add Morning Dew as Malawi Super League sponsors
Silver Strikers have secured a season-long Morning Dew water partnership as the Malawi Super League leaders continue their 2026 campaign.
Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon lifts prize purse to Shs252m
The Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon will offer a Shs252m purse on August 22, with equal rewards for men and women in Kasese.
Rugby rivalry: Wilson backs Willemse to shine against All Blacks
Jeff Wilson has highlighted Damian Willemse as a Springboks threat and praised Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu before the first Test against New Zealand.
Hull City step up move for Fiorentina defender Niccolo Fortini
Hull City have made a late push to sign Fiorentina defender Niccolo Fortini on loan, with Bournemouth’s earlier interest no longer advancing.
Ghana winger Clinton Duodu emerges as Turkish club Sivasspor target
Sivasspor are interested in Ghana winger Clinton Duodu, who remains contracted to Apollon Limassol until May 2027.