Ajayi, Nathaniel qualify for 2027 World Athletics Championships
Nigeria’s Kanyinsola Ajayi and Ezekiel Nathaniel have qualified automatically for Beijing 2027 after meeting the 100m and 400m hurdles standards.
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Bella Mir loses UFC contract chance in biggest Contender Series upset 29-28
Alex Apodaca defeated unbeaten Bella Mir by unanimous decision, denying her a UFC contract in the biggest upset in Contender Series history.
Marlon Tapales withdraws from Ballarat bout after sister’s death
Two-division world champion Marlon Tapales has pulled out of his August 29 bout in Ballarat after the death of his 30-year-old sister.
Teofimo Lopez starts undisputed bid with WBA welterweight win
Teofimo Lopez captured the WBA welterweight title by majority decision over Rolando Romero and now targets the division’s other champions.
Saudi Pro League: Partey impresses in first Al Shabab start in 3-3 draw
Thomas Partey produced an impressive display in his first Al Shabab start before being substituted at half-time in a 3-3 Saudi Pro League draw.
Why boxing’s biggest stars were never universally loved by fans
Boxing history shows that fame has often come from admiration, resentment or both, with controversial figures becoming major attractions.
Simeon-Okraku opens FIFA amateur football programme in Accra
GFA president Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has opened a two-day FIFA programme examining amateur football in Ghana and around the world.
Bekzat Almakhan signs for RKENA after controversial UFC release
Kazakh bantamweight Bekzat Almakhan has signed with Georgian promotion RKENA after his criticised UFC release, with his debut date and opponent unknown.
Siya Kolisi cleared to captain Springboks against All Blacks in Cape Town
Siya Kolisi has recovered from a grade-two hamstring tear and will captain South Africa against New Zealand in Cape Town on Saturday.
West Ham beat Southampton 4-1 to reach Carabao Cup third round
West Ham recovered from an early Southampton goal to win 4-1 at St Mary’s and eliminate the Saints from the Carabao Cup.
Cash says Lions let it slip in 41-35 loss to All Blacks tour
Lions coach Cash van Rooyen praised his side’s 68-minute effort after a 41-35 defeat by New Zealand, but said fatigue decided the finish.
All Blacks beat Lions 41-35 as Anton Segner exits tour injured
Anton Segner will miss the rest of the tour after ankle surgery, despite New Zealand’s 41-35 win over the Lions on Tuesday.
Nigerian Teenagers Salaudeen, Adeleke Draw UK Scholarship Interest
Nigerian midfielders Raheem Salaudeen and Fawas Adeleke are being considered for UK football scholarships after impressing during a trial.
WBC to honour Katie Taylor with Queen of the Celts belt at farewell
Katie Taylor will receive a one-off WBC Queen of the Celts belt after her September 5 farewell against Flora Pili at Croke Park.
Pro wrestling star Juicy Finau joins World Elite Sumo field for Sept. 26
Juicy Finau and two other athletes complete the 12-man World Elite Sumo tournament field for the September 26 event in Santa Cruz.
Addo labels Ghana Premier League GFA’s prized product for 2026/27
Mark Addo says the Ghana Premier League is the GFA’s prized product as clubs receive GH¢1m each before the 2026/27 season.
Hasim Rahman targets history in comeback at 53 for Indiana title
At 53, former heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman will face 4-4 Phillip Triantafillo on September 24 as he pursues boxing history.
UAE Pro League: Why Anthony Dennis could snub Super Eagles
Anthony Dennis has joined Al Jazira as a resident player, a move that could shape his Super Eagles prospects and open a possible UAE international route.
Democracy Cup trophy visits Police, NCCE before Kotoko-Hearts
Parliament has taken the Democracy Cup trophy to the Police and NCCE ahead of Friday’s Kotoko-Hearts fixture in Kumasi.
Eto’o still supports Infantino’s scrapped Forward Enterprise plan
Samuel Eto’o says Gianni Infantino’s abandoned Forward Enterprise plan could have strengthened African football despite the backlash.
Kasuka FC sign Ghana defender Stephen Halm after One Taguig exit
Kasuka FC have added Ghanaian centre-back Stephen Halm after one season with One Taguig, taking the 21-year-old into the Brunei Super League.
Ghana defender Ebenezer Annan joins Rapid 1923 on €150,000 loan
Ghana left-back Ebenezer Annan has moved from Saint-Etienne to Rapid 1923 on a €150,000 loan running until 30 June 2027.
Peter Afolayan leaves Enyimba after one season in the 2026 NPFL
Peter Afolayan has left Enyimba after his contract ended, bringing his one-season spell at the nine-time NPFL champions to a close.
Ghana's Nunoo to referee ASKO de Kara vs AS Zam CAF Confederation Cup tie
Ghanaian FIFA referee Julian Nunoo will lead the officiating team for ASKO de Kara’s CAF Confederation Cup meeting with AS Zam on 13 September.
Anokye hails Ampem Darkoa's 1-0 ASEC win in CAF qualifiers opener
Charles Anokye says Ampem Darkoa’s 1-0 victory over ASEC Mimosas gives the Ghanaian champions a major lift in the WAFU B qualifiers.
Ghanaian playmaker Prince Tabnore joins Pausesti Otasau in Romania
The 20-year-old Ghanaian attacking midfielder has moved from Gilortul to Pausesti Otasau on a free transfer after a brief spell.
Kayseri Kadin sign Nigerian trio ahead of Turkey’s new season
Turkish club Kayseri Kadin Futbol have added Nigerian trio Chizameze Isigbo, Cynthia Mega and Oluwabunmi Oladeji for the new season.
Warri Wolves add 14 signings ahead of new 2026/27 NPFL season
Warri Wolves have recruited 14 players and kept 19 from last season as coach Hassan Abdallah targets a stronger 2026/27 NPFL campaign.
Zebi & Friends retired footballers complete health screening exercise
About 25 members of Zebi & Friends received medical checks and health education during a preventive healthcare exercise organised with HEAL.
Bashit, Bauh win MVP awards after 3-2 and 5-4 MTN Elite U-19 wins
Abdulai Bashit and Abdul Rahaman Bauh collected the first MVP awards of the MTN Elite U-19 Championship after standout opening-match displays.
Semi Ajayi nominated for Premier League award after 2-0 win
Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi has been shortlisted for the Premier League Player of the Week award after Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0.
Ghana officials to lead 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup tie in Lomé
FIFA referee Julian Nunoo will head a Ghanaian officiating team for ASKO de Kara’s Confederation Cup meeting with AS Zam in Lomé.
August 25 remembered: González and Pradabsri retain WBC titles
Two WBC world-title defences stand out from August 25: Humberto González won in 1990, while Panya Pradabsri prevailed in 2022.
Umar Ali says Kotoko move fulfils dream shared by Ghana’s youth
Asante Kotoko’s new left-back Umar Ali says joining the club fulfils a lifelong ambition as he prepares for the 2026/27 season.
Nigeria draw Mauritania or DR Congo in 2027 U-23 AFCON qualifiers
Nigeria will meet Mauritania or DR Congo in November after entering the second round of qualifying for the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations.
Dugarry condemns Alvarez over Atletico exit push amid Barcelona link
Christophe Dugarry has criticised Julian Alvarez and his representatives after the Atletico Madrid forward declared his intention to leave amid Barcelona interest.
GFA Executive Council meets Women’s Premier League clubs for 2026/27
The GFA Executive Council has met Women’s Premier League clubs to review the 2025/26 season and prepare for the 2026/27 campaign.
Mourinho demands protection for Vinicius after 2-1 Espanyol win
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho criticised La Liga referees after Vinicius faced repeated fouling in the 2-1 victory over Espanyol.
John Wright sets M65 100m world record in 12.03 at World Masters
Britain’s John Wright lowered the M65 100m world record to 12.03 in Daegu, leading a strong opening four days for the team at the World Masters Championships.
Bashit, Bauh claim MVPs in MTN Elite U-19 Group A, 3-2, 5-4
Abdulai Bashit scored three times for Upper West, while Abdul Rahaman Bauh won MVP after Ashanti’s 5-4 shootout victory over Volta.