Maa community celebrates Josephine Sembeyo's gold medal win
Josephine Sembeyo was welcomed at JKIA by the Maa community following her 1500m gold medal victory at the World Under 20 Championships in Oregon.
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Chawinga prioritises Malawi trophy hunt over Golden Boot race
Malawi forward Temwa Chawinga says team success is her main focus as the Scorchers prepare to face Cameroon in the WAFCON final.
Audrey Werro reinstated as Keely Hodgkinson wins 800m semi
Audrey Werro has been advanced to the 800m final following a fall in her semi-final, while Keely Hodgkinson secured her place with a dominant win.
Chris Morris calls Faf du Plessis omission a major shock
Former international captain Chris Morris believes Faf du Plessis remains a valuable player despite his absence from the Joburg Super Kings squad.
Rahim Ayew expresses pride in brothers André and Jordan
Rahim Ayew has shared his positive feelings regarding the recent professional achievements of his brothers, André and Jordan Ayew.
Gillian Robertson calls for fight against Weili Zhang
Gillian Robertson believes a bout with Weili Zhang is necessary to validate her status if she wins the title against Mackenzie Dern at UFC 330.
Sevilla not targeting Rangers midfielder Connor Barron
Reports claiming Sevilla are pursuing Rangers midfielder Connor Barron have been dismissed, as the Spanish club looks at other midfield options.
Haaland receives four Guinness World Records for football feats
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records for four major individual football achievements.
NPFL partners with Murphy Ben International for YouTube streaming
NPFL Chairman Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye has unveiled a digital partnership with Murphy Ben International to broadcast matches on YouTube.
Galatasaray offer €45m for Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli
Galatasaray have made an initial €45m bid for Gabriel Martinelli, though Arsenal are holding out for a €60m fee for the Brazilian winger.
Destiny Udogie gives Roma green light for Tottenham exit
AS Roma are preparing a formal move for Tottenham left-back Destiny Udogie after the player expressed a clear desire to join the Italian club.
Rahim Ayew reflects on his rise from CHAN to the 2010 World Cup
Former Ghanaian defender Rahim Ayew discusses his career progression from the CHAN tournament to representing his country at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Tolu Arokodare prioritises Ajax needs over starting role
Ajax striker Tolu Arokodare says he is prepared to accept a substitute role to help the club achieve its goal of winning trophies.
James Osei Brown urges Kotoko players to focus on new season
James Osei Brown has called on Asante Kotoko players to move past previous failures and concentrate on the upcoming football campaign.
Timothy Weah rejects Sunderland interest for bigger project
Marseille winger Timothy Weah is unlikely to join Sunderland as the American player seeks a higher level of sporting competition.
Carl Froch picks Amir Khan to beat Conor Benn in fantasy fight
Former champion Carl Froch believes Amir Khan's speed and skill would have seen him defeat Conor Benn in a hypothetical welterweight matchup.
Glasner identifies key positive in Nottingham Forest win over Leverkusen
Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner praised his team's desire to win during the second half of their 2-1 pre-season victory against Bayer Leverkusen.
Héctor Fort seeks Premier League move as Barcelona exit nears
Barcelona defender Héctor Fort is expected to leave the club this summer, with the 20-year-old targeting a permanent transfer to the Premier League.
Madugu warns Super Falcons to evolve before South Africa play-off
Nigeria coach Justine Madugu says the Super Falcons must stop relying on past achievements to secure a spot at the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Cape Town City sign striker Abednego Mosiatlhaga
Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City are set to unveil Abednego Mosiatlhaga following a successful assessment period.
Union SG CEO suggests Anan Khalaili move to Crystal Palace is done
Union SG CEO Philippe Bormans has indicated that Anan Khalaili is prepared for a transfer to the Premier League side Crystal Palace.
Edvin Austbø expresses interest in West Ham after rejected bid
Viking FK winger Edvin Austbø has confirmed his interest in joining West Ham United following the club's unsuccessful €9.1m offer for the player.
Fortune suggests Chelsea should sign Manchester United's Onana
Analyst Fortune believes André Onana's distribution skills could make him a valuable addition to Chelsea's squad as they seek a new first-choice goalkeeper.
Meraz-López to fight for WBA interim light flyweight title
Alma Meraz Rodríguez and Elizabeth López Corzo face off in Mexicali for the WBA interim light flyweight world championship.
Jeremy Doku signs five-year contract extension with Man City
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new contract that runs until 2031.
Arteta avoids transfer talk amid Lewis-Skelly interest
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta refused to comment on Lewis-Skelly's future following links to Manchester United and Chelsea.
Abu Azeez praises Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina's form
Nigerian beach soccer legend Abu Azeez has lauded Cameroon's Michaely Bihina following her four penalty saves in the WAFCON 2026 semifinal.
Barcelona target Pedro Porro to replace Jules Koundé
Barcelona have made an initial inquiry for Tottenham defender Pedro Porro as a potential replacement for Jules Koundé this summer.
Chawinga sisters lead Malawi to historic WAFCON final
Temwa and Tabitha Chawinga scored all three goals in Malawi's 3-1 semi-final win over Algeria to reach their first WAFCON final.
Marseille asking price for Igor Paixao drops to €40m
Marseille's valuation of Igor Paixao has fallen by €10m in a single day as the French club seeks to balance their books for UEFA and the DNCG.
GFA to release 2026/27 Division One League fixtures on August 18
The Ghana Football Association will announce the match schedule for the upcoming Division One League season on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
African sport success depends on long-term structural investment
Libby Allen argues that while short-term tournament visibility brings attention, lasting impact requires robust systems and administrative machinery.
Al-Ittihad interested in Beşiktaş midfielder Wilfred Ndidi
Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad is considering a move for Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as Beşiktaş prepares for a potential sale.
Ex-Saints visit St Mary's to see Saints By Your Side impact
Ex-Saints representatives visited a Saints By Your Side support group session at St Mary's Stadium to observe the programme's mental health impact.
Nick Mallett criticises Sharks after 54-0 loss to All Blacks
Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett described the Sharks' performance against the All Blacks as 'men against boys' following a heavy defeat in Durban.
Oshoala warns Super Falcons ahead of South Africa play-off
Chiamaka Oshoala says Nigeria must fight for a World Cup spot in a high-stakes play-off against South Africa following WAFCON exits.
Arteta praises Ethan Nwaneri after strong preseason displays
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed satisfaction with Ethan Nwaneri's maturity and form following his loan spell at Olympique de Marseille.
Arsenal seek sale of Gabriel Martinelli this summer
Arsenal are attempting to sell Gabriel Martinelli but face difficulties due to the player's refusal of certain markets and the club's reluctance to sell to rivals.
Teremoana maintains perfect knockout record with Savage win
Australian heavyweight Teremoana Teremoana moved to 12-0 with 12 knockouts after stopping DeAndre Savage in two rounds at The Star Gold Coast.
Mo'unga return and Nonu haka discussed in Rugby Paper Roundup
The Rugby Paper Roundup examines the All Blacks-Springboks rivalry, Ma'a Nonu's haka response, and Richie Mo'unga's potential All Blacks return.