Manqoba Mngqithi signs former Chiefs and Pirates target Aziz Ki
Young Africans have brought back Burkina Faso international Stephane Aziz Ki on a two-year deal for Manqoba Mngqithi’s 2026/27 squad.
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Filip Hrgovic vows to stop Moses Itauma in vacant IBF title bout
Filip Hrgovic says he will halt Moses Itauma's rise in their vacant IBF heavyweight title fight before seeking a rematch with Daniel Dubois.
Makhachev says McGregor open to boxing talks with Turki Alalshikh
Islam Makhachev says Conor McGregor was receptive to discussing a boxing bout during a call involving Turki Alalshikh and Dana White.
Carragher says Man United will not win EPL or Champions League in 2026/27
Jamie Carragher says Manchester United lack the managerial quality to win the Premier League or Champions League in the 2026/27 season.
Maresca confirms Man City talks amid Rodri uncertainty after 3-0 loss
Manchester City are negotiating with Lille for Ayyoub Bouaddi as Rodri’s future remains uncertain following a 3-0 Community Shield defeat.
Rahim Akanta leads X1 Energy Drink DOL Super Cup scoring chart
Real Tamale United forward Rahim Akanta remains the X1 DOL Super Cup’s leading scorer with three goals despite his team’s elimination.
Ghana Football Association sets August 20 for 32nd Ordinary Congress
The Ghana Football Association will hold its 32nd Ordinary Congress on August 20, setting the date for the association’s next formal gathering.
Island AllStars Above 45: Sure B Homes win third-place playoff 3-1
Sure B Homes beat Cartel Beach 3-1 for third place as the Island AllStars Above 45 finale also honoured key supporters.
Sundowns’ Thato Sibiya set for Lille move ahead of 2026/27
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Thato Sibiya is nearing a loan move to Lille with an option to buy before the 2026/27 Ligue 1 season.
Moses backs Island All Stars to build veterans’ club beyond 60
Island All Stars coach Philips Moses says the club can become a formidable veterans’ football institution with players aged above 60 and 70.
All Blacks criticised over ‘saviours’ claim before rivalry Tests
The All Blacks have been criticised for presenting New Zealand’s rugby style as the answer ahead of Saturday’s first Test against South Africa.
Yuriorkis Gamboa to make bare-knuckle debut at BKB 58 in Miami
Olympic champion Yuriorkis Gamboa will face Yesner Talavera in his first bare-knuckle bout at BKB 58 in Miami on August 29.
Coppa Italia: Akor Adams beats Osimhen to Nigerian weekly award
Akor Adams has edged Victor Osimhen to Nigeria’s weekly football award after scoring twice and adding an assist on his Coppa Italia debut.
Ronaldo hints at retirement after likely final Saudi Pro League year
Cristiano Ronaldo says the current Saudi Pro League season will probably be his last, with the Portugal captain 24 goals short of 1,000.
Nigeria Curling Federation appoints Adetula as communications director
Phemmy Adetula has joined the Nigeria Curling Federation board as communications director, with a remit to raise the sport’s profile and strengthen engagement.
Nigeria lose three WAFCON 2026 awards to Cameroon stars abroad
Cameroon’s Marie Gisèle Ngah Manga, Michaely Bihina and Monique Ngock took the three major WAFCON 2026 awards ahead of Nigeria.
Katsina United unveil 11 recruits ahead of 2026/27 NPFL season
Katsina United have added 11 players to their squad after finishing ninth in the 2026 NPFL season with 51 points from 36 matches.
Nkechi Obi calls for homegrown Super Falcons after WAFCON 2026
Former NWFL leader Nkechi Obi says Nigeria must develop more homegrown talent after the Super Falcons missed the WAFCON 2026 semi-finals.
André Ayew gives GH¢10,000 to Para Basketball at 2026 Volta Cup
André Ayew has backed Para Basketball with a GH¢10,000 contribution during his appearance at the 2026 Volta Cup in Ghana.
Mparutsa praises Ndlovu and Benjani for Zimbabwe football impact
Japhet Mparutsa says Peter Ndlovu and Benjani Mwaruwari raised Zimbabwe’s profile globally and should help shape the national team’s future.
Menzo backs Tinkler as Asante Kotoko head coach ahead of 2026/27
Stanley Menzo says Asante Kotoko made the right call by appointing Eric Tinkler to lead the club after a season outside Ghana’s top four.
Malawi’s Scorchers lose 3-0 to Cameroon for WAFCON 2026 silver
Malawi lost 3-0 to Cameroon in the WAFCON 2026 final but secured silver, a 2027 World Cup place and Temwa Chawinga’s Golden Boot.
Bayern Munich 3-1 Leipzig: Nigerian-born Musiala declared fine
Jamal Musiala was cleared after appearing to faint in Bayern Munich’s 3-1 pre-season win over RB Leipzig, two minutes after scoring.
Serie A: Chukwueze targets Milan role after 4-2 Manchester United win
Samuel Chukwueze is embracing a wing-back role at AC Milan after scoring once and assisting twice in a 4-2 win over Manchester United.
Embattled Infantino attends WAFCON 2026 final after Cameroon win 3-0
FIFA president Gianni Infantino watched Cameroon beat Malawi 3-0 in Rabat as he sought to underline his support for African football.
Anambra plans grassroots sports academies to develop young talent
Anambra State plans sports academies in every local government area after its taekwondo team retained national championship top spot.
Chukwueze embraces new Milan wing-back role after 4-2 friendly win
Samuel Chukwueze scored once and supplied two assists in Milan’s 4-2 friendly win over Manchester United as he adapts to a new role.
Nigeria's NVBF backs Kingsley Alika after FIVB Level 3 success
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation has backed Kingsley Alika to inspire coaches after he became the sixth Nigerian to earn FIVB Level 3 status.
Shehu Dikko urges Nigerian royal fathers to back traditional sports
NSC chairman Shehu Dikko wants traditional rulers to expand community sports, backed by a new budget line and plans for wider international exposure.
Ghanaian teenager Apetorgbor seals 2-1 Sandefjord win in Eliteserien
Ghana U20 forward Foster Apetorgbor scored four minutes after coming on to give Sandefjord a 2-1 win over Sarpsborg 08.
Malawi coach explains Scorchers’ WAFCON 2026 run after 3-0 loss
Lovemore Fazili credits Malawi’s unity, player commitment and welfare support after the Scorchers finished runners-up in their first WAFCON.
Daniel Amokachi Urges Discipline at Lagos Football Talent Camp
Former Super Eagles striker Daniel Amokachi urged young players to pair talent with discipline, hard work and education at a Lagos academy camp.
Stellenbosch turn to Raoul Daniels after Devin Titus leaves for Morocco
Stellenbosch are looking to teenager Raoul Daniels to fill the space left by Devin Titus after the South African winger’s move to Morocco.
Dinice Royal captain credits unity after Island AllStars 1-1 final
Dinice Royal captain Tony Chukwuma says unity, discipline and focus helped his side recover from 1-0 down and win the Island AllStars title.
Erasmus to name Springbok team two days before All Blacks Test
Rassie Erasmus will name the Springboks’ matchday squad at 14:00 on Thursday, 20 August, before the All Blacks Test at Ellis Park.
Cincinnati Masters: Sabalenka wins 6-2, 7-6 as Gauff advances
Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff moved through at the Cincinnati Masters, with both seeds overcoming difficult conditions and demanding opponents.
Amariegbu guides Dinice Royal to Island AllStars double triumph
Amariegbu has completed a player-coach double after leading Dinice Royal Investment to the Island AllStars Above-45 tournament title.
Cameroon collect $2m after historic WAFCON 2026 title triumph
Cameroon will receive $2 million after beating Malawi 3-0 in the WAFCON 2026 final, securing their first continental women’s title.
All Blacks lose Ollie Norris as injury list grows before Springboks Test
Ollie Norris will miss six weeks with a knee injury as New Zealand call up Noah Hotham before Saturday’s Test against South Africa.
Jack Catterall revives ostarine issue in attack on Ryan Garcia
Jack Catterall hit back at Ryan Garcia by revisiting the ostarine case and questioning how Garcia secured his WBC welterweight title shot.