FC Samartex close in on Hamza Musah of relegated Eleven Wonders
FC Samartex are advancing negotiations for 20-year-old Eleven Wonders defender Hamza Musah after the club’s relegation from the Ghana Premier League.
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WBC, Mexico stage nationwide boxing class with 500,000 people
More than 500,000 participants joined the WBC-backed National Boxing Class at 548 venues across Mexico’s 32 states on August 16.
Ofori suffers as Benfica beat Casa Pia 7-0 in Primeira Liga clash
Lawrence Ofori scored an own goal as Casa Pia lost 7-0 to Benfica in the Primeira Liga, leaving the Ghanaian’s side without a win in two games.
Marco Romero headlines three-fight PBC prelims for Rolly-Teofimo
Undefeated middleweight Marco Romero will headline the PBC Prelims against Kahlil Mitchell before Rolly Romero faces Teofimo Lopez in Las Vegas.
Francis Odoom completes move from Hohoe United to Heart of Lions
Heart of Lions have completed the signing of Hohoe United forward Francis Odoom ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.
KC Boxing Promotions sets Soltero vs Buitrago for September 17 event
Kevin Soltero will meet Carlos Buitrago in the 10-round main event as KC Boxing Promotions brings its next card to Kansas City.
Ansah, Antwi help Beitar beat Ramat Gan 5-4 on Toto Cup pens
Ghanaian pair Eugene Ansah and Nana Antwi scored as Beitar Jerusalem drew 3-3 with Hapoel Ramat Gan before winning 5-4 on penalties.
Andrew Castle says Emma Raducanu may eventually walk away from tennis
Andrew Castle says Emma Raducanu’s repeated injuries could eventually lead the former British number one to leave tennis, though he hopes she continues.
Boxing week unites Mexico around classes, tributes and champions
Mexico’s 2026 National Boxing Class brought communities together as the sport honoured Salvador Sánchez, remembered Prichard Colon and celebrated its champions.
Bernard Mensah assists as Al-Riyadh beat Al Zulfi 2-0 in King’s Cup
Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Mensah set up Al-Riyadh’s opener as they defeated Al Zulfi 2-0 to reach the next stage of the King’s Cup.
Niger Tornadoes sign Usman Audu from El-Kanemi Warriors in NPFL
Niger Tornadoes have added Usman Audu from El-Kanemi Warriors as they reshape their squad after a 15th-place NPFL 2026 campaign.
Marco Antonio Barrera names his five greatest Mexican fighters
Three-division world champion Marco Antonio Barrera ranks Julio Cesar Chavez first, followed by Salvador Sanchez, Ricardo Lopez, Juan Manuel Marquez and Canelo.
NPFL: Katsina United promote two U-19 players to senior team
Katsina United have handed first professional contracts to Umar Rabiu Mohammad and Abdurraman Saidu after promoting both from their U-19 side.
Mexico's Boxing for Peace classes draw thousands across 1,090 gyms
More than 1,000 Mexican gyms hosted free Boxing for Peace sessions, with thousands of young people joining a nationwide programme backed by the WBC.
Ghanaian forward Gideon Otabil joins FC Porto Under-19 on loan
The 18-year-old left-footed forward moves from Maverick SC to Porto’s Under-19 side, with an option for a permanent deal after 2026/27.
Cancelo accepts salary cut to choose Barcelona over Al-Hilal
Joao Cancelo will join Barcelona on a three-year deal after accepting less money and rejecting the option of staying at Al-Hilal.
Ghanaian left-back Ebenezer Annan linked with Rapid 1923 transfer
Rapid 1923 have identified Saint-Etienne and Ghana defender Ebenezer Annan as a possible signing, with the 23-year-old contracted until 2028.
Former Wolves captain Mike Bailey dies aged 84 after long career
Former Wolves captain Mike Bailey, a key figure in the club’s revival and League Cup win, has died aged 84 after an 11-year career.
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Targets November Middleweight Return After 154 Stalemate
Vergil Ortiz Jr. plans to leave the stalled 154-pound division for a November middleweight return, with four established opponents under consideration.
James Toney picks David Benavidez over Usyk, Inoue and Stevenson
James Toney has named David Benavidez as his pound-for-pound choice, leaving out Oleksandr Usyk, Naoya Inoue and Shakur Stevenson.
Arsenal send formal interest letter for Nigeria striker Osimhen
Arsenal have written to Galatasaray to register formal interest in Victor Osimhen, but the move is not yet an official transfer bid.
Bonsu Baah scores as Al Qadsiah beat Al Tai 5-0 in Saudi King's Cup
Christopher Bonsu Baah scored his first goal of the season as Al Qadsiah defeated Al Tai 5-0 to reach the Saudi King's Cup last 16.
Khabib Nurmagomedov hails Islam Makhachev after record UFC 330 win
Khabib Nurmagomedov praised Islam Makhachev after his unanimous-decision win over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 extended his UFC streak to 17.
Sunderland set to complete Ligue 1 left-back signing for Le Bris
Sunderland are set to complete the signing of a Ligue 1 left-back as Le Bris prepares for a Premier League campaign after four wins in five.
UFC 330: Donte Johnson sees 170 move after McConico knockout
Donte Johnson says a move to 170 pounds is realistic after his UFC 330 knockout of Eric McConico, while apologising for hitting the referee.
Lalas Abubakar named MLS Team of the Week after 2-1 win at Austin
Lalas Abubakar made the MLS Team of the Week after scoring his first goal of the season in FC Dallas' 2-1 away win over Austin FC.
FIFA sacks COO Kevin Lamour after criticism of Infantino plan
FIFA has dismissed chief operating officer Kevin Lamour after he criticised Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell part of the World Cup to investors.
Alik Lorenz leans on Contender Series experience against Mahamed Aly
Alik Lorenz faces Mahamed Aly on August 18, with his previous Dana White’s Contender Series appearance shaping his approach to a second chance.
UFC 330: Din Thomas criticised as Makhachev dominance is questioned
Din Thomas’ decision to retire from cornering after Gillian Robertson’s UFC 330 loss drew criticism as Islam Makhachev’s move up raised doubts.
NFF dismisses Super Falcons coaching crew after World Cup failure
Nigeria’s football federation has removed the Super Falcons coaching crew after the team missed out on the 2027 Women’s World Cup.
Ghanaian defender Arnold Adu-Boahen joins Finnish club VPS on loan
Ghanaian defender Arnold Adu-Boahen has joined Finnish top-flight side VPS on loan from AC Horsens for the rest of the season.
NPFL 2026: Nasarawa United sign Mohammad Umar from Barau FC
Nasarawa United have added Barau FC midfielder Mohammad Umar after finishing fifth in the 2026 NPFL with 56 points from 38 matches.
Ryan Garcia says banned Ostarine had no impact in Devin Haney bout
Ryan Garcia says trace Ostarine did not affect his 2024 performance against Devin Haney, a fight later overturned as a no-contest.
Rockson Yeboah bids IFK Goteburg farewell after Osasuna move
Ghana defender Rockson Yeboah has thanked IFK Goteburg after signing a five-year contract with LaLiga side Osasuna.
2026 Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane says award is out of his hands
Harry Kane says the 2026 Ballon d’Or decision is beyond his control after scoring 73 goals for Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.
Champions League 2026/27 play-offs set for seven league-phase places
Fourteen clubs will contest seven Champions League 2026/27 play-off ties, with winners entering the league phase and losers moving to the Europa League.
Eddie Hearn slows Diego Pacheco’s title push after Sadjo scare
Diego Pacheco wants Jaime Munguia next, but Eddie Hearn is considering more development fights after the contender’s troubled bout with Kevin Lele Sadjo.
DWCS: Logan Paxton’s First Boxing Rounds Came Against Nate Diaz
Logan Paxton was 19 when he entered his first boxing sparring session against Nate Diaz, before turning his wrestling background into an MMA career.
NFF sacks Madugu and Super Falcons crew after WAFCON 2026 exit
Nigeria’s NFF has removed Justine Madugu and his technical staff after a 1-0 WAFCON quarter-final loss and a 2-1 defeat by South Africa.
Lameck Banda cleared to play for Al Swehly amid Lecce dispute
Zambia forward Lameck Banda can reportedly play for Al Swehly in the CAF Champions League after FIFA delivered his ITC amid a Lecce dispute.