Las Vegas boxing card set for September 26 after Mayweather-Pacquiao II
Indistry Media will stage a September 26 Las Vegas boxing card, with Zepeda-Machado confirmed and its headline bout still to be announced.
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Owusu Ansah eyes first knockout place for Ghana at 2026 U20 World Cup
Ghana captain Linda Owusu Ansah believes the Black Princesses can reach the knockout stage for the first time at the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup.
Djokovic loses Cincinnati Open opener to Tirante 2-6, 6-4, 6-4
Novak Djokovic said a long-term health condition worsened by Cincinnati’s heat and humidity after Thiago Tirante beat him 2-6, 6-4, 6-4.
Global football fans increasingly follow star names over clubs
An 80% second-club trend and the pull of Messi, Ronaldo and other stars show how player-led fandom is reshaping football support.
Aduana face venue uncertainty as GFA clears 14 Ghana GPL stadiums
Aduana’s Nana Agyemang Badu Park is absent from the GFA’s 14 approved venues, with the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League due to start in September.
Rolly Romero's power puts Teofimo Lopez's resilience under test
Rolly Romero’s size and pressure are being viewed as a serious test of Teofimo Lopez’s confidence when opponents refuse to retreat.
U-20 Women’s World Cup: Ansah calls Ghana’s Group C a tough test
Ghana captain Linda Owusu Ansah says Group C will be demanding as the Black Princesses target a first U-20 Women’s World Cup knockout place.
On This Day in Boxing: Norris and Miura won titles on August 17
Terry Norris stopped Brett Lally in 1991, while Takashi Miura beat Sergio Thompson in 2013 to retain WBC titles on August 17.
Matfield says lower prices could fill stadiums on All Blacks tour
Victor Matfield says cheaper tickets for provincial matches on the All Blacks tour could have produced fuller stadiums in South Africa.
Sir Apollo Kaggwa sweep 2026 FUBA Primary League medals, 47–44
Sir Apollo Kaggwa Schools won U13 boys’ gold, U13 girls’ silver and U11 boys’ bronze at the 2026 FUBA Primary League.
Creck held 1-1 as Malawi Super League 2026 survival fears grow
Creck remain 16th in the Malawi Super League with six points after a 1-1 draw extended their winless run to six matches.
MTN8 semi-final draw pits holders Orlando Pirates against Sekhukhune
Orlando Pirates will face Sekhukhune United, while Mamelodi Sundowns meet Golden Arrows in the MTN8 semi-finals over two legs.
Cagliari star Yael Trepy hospitalised after Sardinia pool incident
Cagliari player Yael Trepy is in intensive care after nearly drowning in a swimming pool during his break in Sardinia.
Nigeria Open 22-Player Camp for African Cadets Men’s Handball Championship
Nigeria’s U-18 men’s handball team have opened a 22-player camp in Abuja before the 22nd African Cadets Men’s Handball Championship in Abidjan.
2026-27 Ghana Premier League TV schedule set for Matchday 1
TV3, Onua TV and Adesa+ will carry two selected matches when the 2026-27 Ghana Premier League opens on September 5 and 6.
Makhachev targets UFC 330 return before Ramadan after title win
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev wants to fight again by January or before Ramadan after defeating Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
Ticket details announced for the upcoming Watford home fixture
Ticket details have been announced for the Watford fixture, with the team carrying two wins, one draw and two defeats from its last five matches.
SC Villa’s Uganda Premier League away match moved to Sunday
SC Villa’s away fixture has been moved to Sunday as the club sits third in the 2025 Uganda Premier League with 61 points from 30 matches.
Ghana face tougher 2027 AFCON qualifier test in cleared Banjul stadium
CAF’s provisional approval of Gambia’s 30,000-seat Independence Stadium gives Ghana a tougher challenge in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
GFA approves 14 venues for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season
The GFA has cleared 14 venues for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, with the season set to run from September 4-7, 2026, to May 31, 2027.
Stormers, Sharks and Bulls flag All Blacks flaws in Greatest Rivalry
The Stormers, Sharks and Bulls have highlighted areas the Springboks can target against the All Blacks in the Greatest Rivalry series.
IASC Above45: Jokesman credits Rashidi Yekini for scoring touch
IASC Above45 forward Chijioke Iziolu Jokesman says Rashidi Yekini influenced his finishing after another goal despite a groin problem.
NWFL Nationwide 2026 Pauses in Aba After Matchday 1 as Teams Regroup
The NWFL Nationwide 2026 takes a scheduled break in Aba, with four group leaders holding three points after the opening matchday.
Mikel Obi explains how a team printing mix-up changed his name
John Obi Mikel has revealed that a printing error during Nigeria’s Under-17 preparations changed his football name from Michael to Mikel.
Power Dynamos sign 18-year-old Daniel Silubonde on loan deal
Power Dynamos have added 18-year-old Zambia youth international Daniel Silubonde on a one-and-a-half-year loan from Morkved Sportsklubb.
Nigerian-born defender Tayo Adaramola joins Cercle Brugge until 2030
Cercle Brugge have completed the signing of 22-year-old left-back Tayo Adaramola from Crystal Palace on a contract running to 2030.
Janine van Wyk praises Cameroon’s historic 3-0 WAFCON 2025 triumph
Janine van Wyk says Cameroon’s maiden WAFCON title and Malawi’s run to the final underline the rapid rise of African women’s football.
GFA confirms Zone 1 venues for 2026/27 Division One League
The GFA has approved home venues for all Zone 1 clubs before the 2026/27 Division One League begins on September 18, 2026.
Why White and Red Football Shirts Carry Different Kinds of Devotion
Real Madrid white and Liverpool red show how football shirts can preserve memories, express identity and turn club loyalty into a daily ritual.
Tanaka Saburi ready for Chen prospect test at Thunderdome 55
Perth prospect Tanaka Saburi will face China’s Jingyang Chen on August 28, aiming to build on three wins and his state title success.
Zimbabwe’s Credo Kereke honoured at Young Achievers Awards
Ten-year-old Zimbabwean sports ambassador Credo Kereke has received a Certificate of Excellence for community development and sport.
Ouaddou answers critics after Orlando Pirates respond in PSL 2026
Abdeslam Ouaddou has responded to his critics after Orlando Pirates acted on his call for a reaction during their strong PSL start.
Nduva, Nsanzuwera share 5-under lead at Sunshine Development Tour
Nyali’s Daniel Nduva and Rwanda’s Celestin Nsanzuwera are tied at five under after two rounds of the fifth Sunshine Development Tour leg.
Bayanda Walaza celebrates Youth Sport Star nomination at awards
South African sprinter Bayanda Walaza has been nominated for Youth/Junior Sport Star of the Year after overcoming a delayed season.
Sergio Busquets returns to Barcelona to work with Ghanaian duo at Barca Atletic
Sergio Busquets has begun his coaching career at Barca Atletic, where he will work with Ghanaian youngsters Abdul Aziz Issah and David Oduro.
Jay-Jay Okocha explains how his famous nickname began in Nigeria
Super Eagles legend Jay-Jay Okocha says his famous nickname came from childhood football and later became the name on his passport.
Kawabuchi Upsets Takesako to Win JBC and WBO AP Middleweight Belts
Unbeaten 21-year-old Kazusa Kawabuchi stopped Japanese middleweight champion Kazuto Takesako in the seventh round to claim two belts in Tokyo.
Proteas coach eases Temba Bavuma fitness concerns ahead of Australia
Temba Bavuma is injury-free and expected to play South Africa’s ODI and Test series against Australia after sitting out the Namibia tour.
Boniface highlights Awoniyi’s N800m cars in viral Super Eagles video
Victor Boniface’s reaction to Taiwo Awoniyi’s Bentley and Range Rover, valued at N800m, has made the Super Eagles teammates a viral talking point.
Manchester City target €100m-rated Moroccan midfielder Bouaddi
Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose valuation has risen to around €100 million.