Kitui Green Run honours clean-sport champions after water impact
The Kitui Green Run will recognise validated athletes and clean-sport standards after drilling found water linked to its inaugural 21km race.
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Gators Invitational debuts with hosts winning Uganda team title
Gators Swim Club Kampala won the inaugural 2026 Invitational ahead of Dolphins and Aqua Akii after two days of competition in Uganda.
Golden Boy Award 2026: Cubarsí leads European top 10 favourites
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí tops the August 2026 European Golden Boy ranking, ahead of teammate Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid’s Yan Diomande.
International runners arrive for 2026 Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon
Runners from South Africa and elsewhere have reached Uganda ahead of the fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon in Kasese on August 22.
PSL announces ticket sales for 2026 MTN8 semi-final matches
Tickets are available for the 2026 MTN8 semi-finals, with Orlando Pirates, Sekhukhune United, Sundowns and Golden Arrows in the last four.
Zimbabwe's long-awaited CAF A coaching course finally begins at ZIFA Village
Zimbabwe has opened its long-awaited CAF A Licence coaching course at ZIFA Village, bringing established domestic coaches into an advanced training programme.
Ngwenya wins first Meat World award after 3-1 Chibuku Super Cup win
Highlanders goalkeeper Aron Ngwenya collected the inaugural Meat World award after saving two penalties in a 3-1 shoot-out win over Chicken Inn.
Ghana midfielder Edmond Asante joins H. Petah Tikva on loan
Ghanaian central midfielder Edmond Asante has left Vision FC for Israeli club H. Petah Tikva on loan in a move registered on 18 August 2026.
Hansen sees All Blacks advantage over Springboks in Rivalry opener
Sir Steve Hansen says New Zealand’s preparation gives them an edge against a vulnerable South Africa in Saturday’s Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry opener.
Jermell Charlo confirms Tim Tszyu fight is next, venue talks ongoing
Former undisputed champion Jermell Charlo says Tim Tszyu is next, with talks continuing over the location for their planned fight.
Tyson Fury offers positive update on Anthony Joshua fight location
Tyson Fury says major news on his long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua is close as negotiations over the venue continue.
NPFL 2026: Kun Khalifat add two players on deals through 2028
Kun Khalifat have brought in Chijioke Ahiaeke and Mohammad Musa as they reshape the squad after a difficult NPFL 2026 campaign.
Bethuel Muzeu cleared to join Sekhukhune after Leopards dispute
Namibia forward Bethuel Muzeu is free to join Sekhukhune after AFC Leopards ended the clearance dispute that delayed his move for several weeks.
Goldie warns Ellis Park pressure can overwhelm All Blacks in Joburg
Jeff Wilson says Ellis Park’s altitude, crowd and history will test New Zealand as the All Blacks meet South Africa in Johannesburg.
Guardiola tears up after Walker row in Manchester City’s 2-0 loss
A Prime Video documentary shows Pep Guardiola in tears after a heated dressing-room argument with Kyle Walker followed Manchester City’s 2-0 defeat by Liverpool.
Nice seek another strong start against Lorient in Ligue 1 on 22 August
Nice take a five-match run of three wins, one draw and one loss into their Ligue 1 meeting with Lorient on 22 August 2026.
Aubameyang scores in LaLiga debut as Arteta criticism returns after 1-1
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored Deportivo’s first top-flight goal in eight years on debut, while Arsenal supporters renewed criticism of Mikel Arteta.
Okocha claims football politics cost him African Player of the Year
Jay-Jay Okocha says football politics, rather than the absence of an elite European move, kept him from winning Africa’s top award.
Chibuku Super Cup drama as Scottland win 3-1, giants advance
Scottland, Highlanders and Dynamos survived a dramatic Chibuku Super Cup first round that also produced penalty shootouts and surprise exits.
NPFL: Shooting Stars and Doma United target Stormers defender Adewunmi
NPFL sides Shooting Stars and Doma United are preparing offers for Abeokuta Stormers defender Michael Adewunmi after his pre-season display.
Kansanshi Dynamos sign Joseph Ssemujju for 2026 Transitional League
Kansanshi Dynamos have added Ugandan striker Joseph Ssemujju on a 17-month deal as they prepare for the 2026 Transitional League.
Australia drop Jake Weatherald for second Test against Bangladesh
Australia have replaced Jake Weatherald with Matt Renshaw for the second Test against Bangladesh after a nine-wicket loss in Darwin.
Gift Banda urges Highlanders stakeholders to unite behind five-year plan
Gift Banda has called for a Highlanders stakeholders’ meeting to end divisions and create a five-year plan for the Zimbabwean club.
Wanderers crush Western Suburbs 104-28 in Namibia Premier League
Wanderers overwhelmed Western Suburbs 104-28 in Namibia’s Premier League to stay top, while Suburbs remain bottom without a win after 11 games.
Fortune Eichab appointed Tigers head coach on two-year deal
Tigers have appointed Fortune Eichab as head coach on a two-year contract, with the experienced Namibian tasked with shaping the club’s new era.
NNOC sets target of 15 Namibian athletes for next Olympics
Namibia’s Olympic committee plans to identify and develop talent across the country, targeting at least 15 qualifiers for the next Games.
Bearlina 3×3 tournament gives Namibia’s girls’ basketball a platform
The inaugural Bearlina 3×3 Girls Basketball Tournament brought 50 U/18 players to Windhoek, creating a dedicated space for competition and growth.
Pau Cubarsi leads latest 2026 Golden Boy rankings, Yamal second
Pau Cubarsi tops the latest 2026 Golden Boy standings, ahead of Lamine Yamal, Yan Diomande, Warren Zaire-Emery and Ayyoub Bouaddi.
Mpumelelo Mhlongo says award nominations never lose their meaning
Mpumelelo Mhlongo is nominated for a third successive Sportsman of the Year with a Disability award after two straight wins.
FIFA imposes registration ban on Karela United over Camara debt
Karela United cannot register new players after FIFA sanctioned the Ghana Premier League club over an unpaid obligation to Sana Camara.
Duke McKenzie says Anthony Joshua’s punch resistance has now gone
Duke McKenzie believes Anthony Joshua’s ability to absorb punches has declined after two knockdowns against Kristian Prenga last month.
Marcelo Allende confirms Sundowns stay while hinting at final season
Marcelo Allende will remain with Mamelodi Sundowns, although the 27-year-old Chilean midfielder has suggested this could be his last season.
Brighton weigh move for Millwall and Nigeria forward Femi Azeez
Brighton are considering a summer move for Millwall forward Femi Azeez, whose 11 goals and eight assists have attracted Premier League interest.
Nigeria recall Ola Aina as new right-back misses AFCON 2027 qualifiers
Ola Aina returns to Nigeria’s squad for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, while Genk defender Christian Akpan is left out after his Portugal debut.
Bulls target URC fitness and breakdown work after 50-19 loss
The Bulls have identified conditioning and breakdown accuracy as priorities after their 50-19 defeat by New Zealand before the URC season.
Erasmus says World Rugby rule has widened coach-referee gap
Rassie Erasmus says a World Rugby rule requiring both coaches to approve referee meetings has made tactical communication more difficult.
Klopp keeps Odogu in Germany plans after Toulouse Ligue 1 loan
David Odogu, 20, has joined Toulouse from AC Milan on loan while Germany coach Jurgen Klopp tracks him and Nigeria weighs a Super Eagles call-up.
Brighton push for record deal to sign Nigeria winger Femi Azeez
Brighton have made Millwall and Nigeria winger Femi Azeez their main target if Amario Cozier-Duberry leaves, with a move being pursued.
Southampton begin ticket sales for Portsmouth south coast derby
Southampton have opened an initial ticket window for the Portsmouth visit to St Mary’s on Sunday 11 October, with strict booking-history rules.
Froch backs prime Haye to defeat Dubois in heavyweight fantasy
Carl Froch believes a peak David Haye would overcome Daniel Dubois, citing the former champion’s speed, reflexes and explosive power.