Ackermann sees lessons for Bulls after 50-19 All Blacks defeat at Loftus
Johan Ackermann says the Bulls can use their 50-19 defeat by the All Blacks to prepare for the new United Rugby Championship season.
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Kyabazinga attends 2026 MTN Busoga Masaza Cup opener, Bugweri 1-0
Bugweri opened the 2026 MTN Busoga Masaza Cup with a 1-0 win over Busiki as Kyabazinga Gabula Nadiope IV attended the launch.
Kenya rugby great Andrew Amonde confirms Shujaa coaching departure
Former Shujaa captain Andrew Amonde has left Kenya’s national sevens coaching staff and will now concentrate on his KCB Rugby role.
Sekhukhune's 2-0 Betway Premiership derby win follows Chiefs defeat
Sekhukhune responded to their midweek loss to Chiefs with a 2-0 Limpopo derby victory that moved them up to third in the Betway Premiership.
Makinka warns Kansanshi Dynamos over slow start in 2026 season
Kansanshi Dynamos coach Dennis Makinka wants a fast start to the 2026 Zambia Super League Transitional Season after his side finished 11th.
Medeama draw 2-2 with AFAD Plateau in Ivory Coast friendly
Medeama drew 2-2 with AFAD Plateau in Ivory Coast, leaving the Ghanaian champions with two wins, one draw and one defeat in four friendlies.
Greatest Rivalry Tour: Bulls boss previews Boks v All Blacks at 50-19
Bulls boss Ackermann expects the Springboks to exploit weaknesses exposed in New Zealand’s 50-19 victory at Loftus Versfeld.
Rennie warns unbeaten All Blacks of Springbok storm after 50-19 win
New Zealand completed a perfect tour start with a 50-19 win over the Bulls, but Dave Rennie expects a much tougher test against South Africa.
Gavin Hunt praises Stellenbosch’s new PSL hat-trick star Plaatjies
Stellenbosch’s Gavin Hunt has praised Plaatjies after his hat-trick, with the club sixth in the 2026 PSL table on four points.
Salah warned age and pace could test him in Turkish Super Lig
Chris Waddle believes Mohamed Salah can succeed at Trabzonspor but must adapt quickly to the Turkish Super Lig’s physical demands at 34.
Waddle warns Salah faces tough Turkish Süper Lig adaptation
Chris Waddle believes Mohamed Salah, 33, will face pressure adapting to Trabzonspor and the demanding Turkish Süper Lig after leaving Liverpool.
Fernado da Cruz wants Stellenbosch winger Phili to keep scoring
Fernado da Cruz has urged Langelihle Phili to continue scoring, while the 21-year-old is listed as a Stellenbosch FC left winger.
Community Shield history gives Arsenal and City little league certainty
Arsenal and Manchester City meet in Cardiff with Community Shield history offering limited evidence that the winner will claim the Premier League.
Bangladesh beat Australia by nine wickets in historic Test win
Bangladesh secured their first Test victory in Australia by defeating the top-ranked hosts by nine wickets in Darwin.
Kenyan-linked striker Wilson Waweru signs permanent Wealdstone deal
Wealdstone have signed Wilson Waweru permanently after the Kenyan-descended striker impressed during the final weeks of pre-season training.
Ben Iroha demands action after Nigeria's 2-1 World Cup setback
Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has called for a fundamental review after the Super Falcons lost 2-1 to South Africa and more failures.
Don Charles backs Moses Itauma to beat Filip Hrgovic for IBF title
Daniel Dubois coach Don Charles expects Moses Itauma’s speed and accuracy to overcome Filip Hrgovic in their August 29 vacant IBF title fight.
Udinese beat Padova 1-0 as Okoye returns in Coppa Italia
Maduka Okoye kept a clean sheet on his return from injury as Udinese beat Padova 1-0 in the Coppa Italia, earning praise from Kosta Runjaić.
Poll asks fans to choose Springboks’ No 10 for All Blacks Test
Manie Libbok and Handré Pollard are the options in a poll about who should start at flyhalf for South Africa against New Zealand.
Marseille see first offer for Super Eagles target Atubolu rejected
Marseille have had an opening offer for Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu rejected, with the Super Eagles-eligible 24-year-old valued at €15m-€20m.
Richie Mo'unga ruled out of opening Greatest Rivalry Test by Rennie
Richie Mo'unga will miss New Zealand's opening Test against South Africa after joining the squad late, Dave Rennie confirmed after the Bulls win.
Cardoso says Sundowns’ 1-1 draw shows a more dynamic PSL side
Miguel Cardoso says Mamelodi Sundowns have become harder to predict after their 1-1 draw with Kaizer Chiefs in the PSL.
Mercado bout cancelled after two opponents miss weight in Atlanta
Ernesto Mercado lost his place on the Atlanta card after Emmanuel Tagoe missed by 10 pounds and Roger Hilley came in 8.4 pounds over.
Owen Corrigan returns on August 28 for Thunderdome 55 in Perth
Undefeated light heavyweight champion Owen Corrigan returns on August 28 after entering the Australian Top 15, with his opponent yet to be confirmed.
Mbule named MOTM on debut as Zakho win 1-0 in Iraq Stars League
Sipho Mbule was named Man of the Match on his Zakho SC debut as the club defeated Ghaz Al-Shamal 1-0 in the Iraq Stars League.
Akor Adams scores twice in Venezia's 3-2 Coppa Italia comeback
Akor Adams scored twice and assisted once on his competitive Venezia debut as the Nigerian striker inspired a 3-2 Coppa Italia win over Modena.
Gor Mahia hand Charles Akonnor Nissan X-Trail before new season
Gor Mahia have upgraded coach Charles Akonnor’s transport with a black Nissan X-Trail as the champions prepare for domestic and continental demands.
Dana White bemoans stalled Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury super-fight
Dana White has criticised the lack of progress towards an Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury super-fight, leaving the proposed bout without a completed agreement.
John Laryea disqualified in WBA Featherweight title eliminator
John Laryea suffered his first defeat in 18 fights after disqualification against Maximilliano Robledo in a WBA Featherweight eliminator.
NFF opens fact-finding inquiry after Nigeria’s Women’s AFCON setback
Nigeria’s football federation has formed a committee to investigate national-team setbacks, led by Fanny Amun after the Super Falcons missed the 2027 World Cup.
Ghana sports: NSA launches committee to reshape national financing
Ghana’s NSA has inaugurated a five-member committee to secure sustainable funding, improve facilities and create clearer pathways from grassroots talent to elite sport.
Schools rugby: Paul Roos defeat Grey College 37-29 at home in Stellenbosch
Paul Roos Gimnasium beat Grey College 37-29 in Stellenbosch, claiming a third straight home win and ending the season with 15 victories.
Nigeria win 2026 African U18 Beach Volleyball Development Cup 2-0
NVBF president Musa Nimrod says Nigeria’s beach volleyball future is bright after Joy Lawrence and Ifechukwu Odoh won the 2026 African U18 title.
Uganda NBL Finals: Blazers beat Oilers 74-70 before Game 5
Namuwongo Blazers’ 74-70 Game 4 win over City Oilers has set up a tense Game 5 in the Uganda NBL Finals at Lugogo Indoor Stadium.
Dana White casts doubt on Khabib Nurmagomedov UFC 330 return
Dana White has dismissed the idea of Khabib Nurmagomedov returning at UFC 330, leaving the former champion’s comeback tease uncertain.
Enugu Marathon urges South-East, South-South runners to register
Organisers of the Enugu City International Marathon are urging athletes from Nigeria’s South-East and South-South to complete registration before next Friday’s race.
Akor Adams earns 9.2 rating in Venezia's 3-2 Coppa Italia win
Akor Adams scored twice and created another goal as Venezia overturned two deficits to beat Modena 3-2 in the Coppa Italia Round of 32.
Coe backs London bid as Nairobi, Rome and Munich seek 2029 Worlds
Sebastian Coe has defended London’s 2029 World Championships bid despite concerns over low early crowds at the European Championships in Birmingham.
Carragher questions Arsenal claims over Lewis-Skelly transfer future
Jamie Carragher says he cannot understand why Arsenal would consider selling academy graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly amid links to United and Chelsea.
Hoima City Stadium to host both Kitara-Mogadishu City CAF ties
Kitara and Mogadishu City will play both CAF Confederation Cup preliminary-round legs at Hoima City Stadium on September 5 and 12.