Chukwueze stars as Milan beat United 4-2 in Nigerian roundup
Samuel Chukwueze produced a goal and two assists for AC Milan as Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams also impressed in a strong Nigerian weekend abroad.
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Springboks' 10 best All Blacks wins remembered, led by 15-12
A look back at the Springboks’ most memorable wins over New Zealand, including the 1995 World Cup final and two victories in 2023.
WAFCON 2026: Jane vows Banyana fight on after 2-1 Nigeria win in CAF playoff
Refiloe Jane says South Africa’s 2-1 victory over Nigeria has renewed Banyana Banyana’s fight for 2027 World Cup qualification.
Callum Simpson targets Hamzah Sheeraz for 2027 WBO stadium fight
Callum Simpson has identified Hamzah Sheeraz as his preferred 2027 opponent, with Barnsley’s Oakwell Stadium proposed for an all-British bout.
Mumba says politicians’ rush was bad omen after Malawi’s WAFCON 3-0 loss
Former minister Vitumbiko Mumba says politicians’ late rush to Morocco cast a bad omen over Malawi’s 3-0 WAFCON final defeat by Cameroon.
Fulham boss Arbeloa backs Bassey as a future leader after 1-0 win
Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa has praised Calvin Bassey after the defender helped secure a 1-0 pre-season win over Stuttgart.
Macedo and Antoniou headline Lima Grand Prix golds on Day 3 in Peru
Rafael Macedo won his third Grand Prix title in Lima as five champions were crowned on Day 3 of the 2026 event in Peru.
Janibek Alimkhanuly Wants WBO Fight With Hamzah Sheeraz in New York
Janibek Alimkhanuly wants his WBO-ordered fight with Hamzah Sheeraz staged in New York, but Queensberry must first agree to the matchup.
Niharika Handa becomes King Faisal’s first female Board Chair
Niharika Handa is King Faisal’s first female Board Chair after the Kumasi club appointed her to oversee governance and long-term development.
Ibrahim Tanko open to Ghana Black Stars coaching role with support
Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko says he would consider leading Ghana's Black Stars if the authorities back him in the vacant role.
Medeama set CAF Champions League group-stage target, Tanko says
Ghana champions Medeama are aiming to reach the CAF Champions League group stage and progress further under coach Ibrahim Tanko.
Rolly Romero sees no edge for Teofimo Lopez before 147 bout
WBA welterweight champion Rolly Romero says Teofimo Lopez has no advantage in speed or power over Ryan Garcia ahead of their Las Vegas fight.
South Africa PSL: AmaZulu beat Siwelele 2-0 as Shumah waits
AmaZulu moved to seven points with a 2-0 win over Siwelele, while Kenya striker Moses Shumah continues to wait for his first appearance.
How Evander Holyfield broke Mike Tyson’s bully formula in 1996
Evander Holyfield absorbed Mike Tyson’s early attack, forced him backward and stopped the WBA champion in the 11th round in 1996.
Yanga Bank Ksh116m Profit From Okello Transfer in Eight Months
Yanga will earn a Ksh116m profit after selling Ugandan playmaker Allan Okello to AS FAR Rabat for Ksh155m, only eight months after signing him.
UFC 330: Mackenzie Dern says Weili Zhang fight is not needed
Mackenzie Dern retained the UFC strawweight title at UFC 330 and says she does not need to beat Weili Zhang to prove she is champion.
Dillon Danis urges Dana White for Makhachev bout after UFC 330
Dillon Danis has appealed to UFC president Dana White for the chance to stop Islam Makhachev’s historic winning streak after UFC 330.
James Toney questions Shakur Stevenson’s pound-for-pound status
James Toney has rejected Shakur Stevenson’s pound-for-pound credentials, arguing that the four-division champion has not faced boxing’s best names.
Bako calls for sack of Gusau-led NFF board after World Cup misses
Former Sokoto FA chairman Danladi Bako says the Gusau-led NFF board should be removed, citing Nigeria’s World Cup and national-team failures.
Ebi Egbe calls for fresh leadership to revive Nigerian football
Ebi Egbe has urged Nigeria’s football authorities to reject a return to discredited figures and bring new leadership to rebuild the game.
Taiwo Awoniyi gets Forest farewell in 2-0 preseason win over Brest
Taiwo Awoniyi received a guard of honour from Nottingham Forest teammates before his expected move to Coventry City after beating Brest 2-0.
Dolphins, First Bank win 2026 Zenith Bank League openers 59-46, 58-56
Dolphins beat First Deep Water 59-46 while First Bank edged Royal Ace 58-56 as the 2026 Zenith Bank League opened in Lagos.
Opoku, Mensah score on debuts as Adu nets in 3-2 win abroad
Joseph Opoku and Bernard Mensah scored on club debuts, while Prince Adu also found the net for Viktoria Plzeň in a 3-2 win.
Joe Louis’ 1935 fourth-round win over Max Baer is remembered
Remembered as the night he became boxing’s leading heavyweight without the belt, Joe Louis stopped Max Baer in four rounds in 1935.
Malawi prepares WAFCON heroines’ welcome for World Cup-bound Scorchers
Malawi's Scorchers will receive a heroes' welcome after reaching the WAFCON final and qualifying for next year's World Cup in Brazil.
Alex Santisima stops former world champion Oguni in Tokyo upset
Alex Santisima defeated former world champion Yukinori Oguni by eighth-round stoppage at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo on August 16.
Temwa Chawinga takes WAFCON Golden Boot after five-goal run
Malawi forward Temwa Chawinga won the WAFCON Golden Boot after scoring five goals and adding two assists during the Scorchers’ run to the final.
Dana White debuts AI assistant at UFC 330 post-fight briefing
Dana White debuted an AI assistant at the UFC 330 post-fight press conference, introducing it as a tool to help with a continuous problem.
Delante Johnson’s soft matchmaking weakens Terence Crawford links
Delante Johnson’s slow development and limited opposition have made comparisons with Terence Crawford difficult to justify at welterweight.
Cameroon beat Malawi 3-0 in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final
Malawi lost 3-0 to Cameroon in the WAFCON final, but their historic debut secured a first Women’s World Cup place in Brazil in 2027.
NWFL Nationwide: C2E Sports Academy rout Bayelsa Princesses 10-1
C2E Sports Academy opened the 2026 NWFL Nationwide with a 10-1 win over Bayelsa Princesses as four Aba matches produced 24 goals.
Georgia Hunter Bell wins European 1500m title in 4:07.78
Georgia Hunter Bell secured European 1500m gold in Birmingham, winning in 4:07.78 after controlling a cautious final and pulling clear late.
Uganda NBL: UCU Canons beat Rezlife Saints 72-64 for bronze
UCU Canons finished third in Uganda’s National Basketball League playoffs after defeating Rezlife Saints 72-64 at Lugogo Indoor Arena.
Nigeria face Femi Azeez fitness concern before September break
Nigeria may be without Femi Azeez for September after the Millwall winger left a 2-0 Championship win over Bristol City with a hamstring problem.
Shakur Stevenson accused of ducking unbeaten champion Raymond Muratalla fight
Robert Garcia has identified Raymond Muratalla as Shakur Stevenson’s clearest alternative to Devin Haney and warned that a 135lb demand could look like a duck.
Zimbabwe rugby star Manyarara lands OXEN Sports partnership deal
Racing 92 back-rower Shingirai Manyarara has joined OXEN Sports as an athlete after breaking through in France’s Top 14.
Arteta faces towel ban as Premier League changes ball-drying rules
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the Premier League’s towel ban could weaken long-throw routines as clubs adapt to new timekeeping rules.
Ruppert wins European Championships steeplechase gold in 8:25.33
Frederik Ruppert added European 3000m steeplechase gold to his continental record after beating Ruben Querinjean and Karl Bebendorf.
2026 WAFCON awards: Ngock and Chawinga lead winners after 3-0
Cameroon’s first WAFCON title shaped the 2026 awards, with Ngock named Player of the Tournament and Chawinga finishing as top scorer.
Enyimba and Heartland set for Owerri pre-season friendly match
Enyimba will face Heartland at Dan Anyiam Stadium on Wednesday as both clubs prepare for the 2026/27 season.