Maresca backs Jeremy Monga after winger rejects Arsenal move
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has defended 17-year-old winger Jeremy Monga's decision to join the club instead of Arsenal.
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Match reports built on our own data: goals, statistics, table positions and form. Every story says where the event was reported and links to the match behind it.
Lack of financial transparency hinders Nigerian football industry
The secrecy surrounding player salaries and transfer fees in Nigeria contrasts sharply with the public financial disclosures seen in European football.
Sunshine Stars promote seven U-19 players to senior squad
Seven youth players have been promoted to the Sunshine Stars senior team and signed professional contracts with the Owena Waves.
Dana White responds to assistant competing on UFC Contender Series
UFC President Dana White has commented on his assistant's attempt to secure a professional contract during a recent Contender Series appearance.
Lovemore Fazili warns Scorchers against complacency before Algeria
Malawi head coach Lovemore Fazili insists his players remain focused on the WAFCON semi-final against Algeria without any distractions.
Newcastle United eye renewed move for Sporting striker Luis Suarez
Newcastle United may revisit their interest in Luis Suarez as the Colombian striker faces instability and competition at Sporting CP.
Nestory Irankunda nears Sporting move after Watford farewell
Watford winger Nestory Irankunda is expected in Lisbon today for a medical before signing a five-year contract with Sporting.
Melusi Buthelezi joins Sekhukhune United after Orlando Pirates exit
South African goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi is set to join Sekhukhune United following his departure from Orlando Pirates.
Givairo Read rejects transfer interest to stay at Feyenoord
Feyenoord defender Givairo Read has reportedly ruled out a summer move, ending Nottingham Forest's pursuit of the 20-year-old right-back.
Isaac Kojo Fosu named Man of the Match in Fidelity win over AshantiGold
Nsuopon Fidelity captain Isaac Kojo Fosu earned Man of the Match honours after his side defeated FC AshantiGold 1-0 in the Super Cup.
Tshwane show significant progress despite final defeat
Head coach Rozanne Matthyse views Tshwane's run to the final as a sign of massive improvement compared to their eighth-place finish last year.
Nsuopon Fidelity beat FC AshantiGold 1-0 in Super Cup opener
Andrews Cobbinah scored a late goal to give Nsuopon Fidelity a 1-0 win over FC AshantiGold in their Group B opening match.
Mamelodi Sundowns sign teenage left-back Teboho Lekhatla
Mamelodi Sundowns have completed the signing of 19-year-old defender Teboho Lekhatla from Real Native FC on a long-term deal.
UMaT Vice-Chancellor seeks Moses Armah's help for university football
Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng has called on Medeama President Moses Armah to use his football expertise to upgrade UMaT's facilities and team.
Stormers prepare for Pumas trip to Nelspruit after Cheetahs loss
Stormers XXIII face the Pumas at Mbombela Stadium as they attempt to revive their Currie Cup campaign following a defeat to the Cheetahs.
Nigeria face Cameroon in FIBA U-18 AfroBasket quarterfinals
Junior D’Tigress seek revenge against Cameroon in the FIBA U-18 AfroBasket quarterfinals after a narrow overtime loss in the group stage.
Ipswich Town face €35m hurdle in Exequiel Palacios pursuit
Bayer Leverkusen have rejected Ipswich Town's opening bid for midfielder Exequiel Palacios, demanding a fee of approximately €35m.
Khalil Ben Youssef demands progress at Durban City
Durban City coach Khalil Ben Youssef says he will not feel settled at the club until the team shows tangible improvement on the pitch.
Mwanalima Adam scores as HB Køge beat Hearts 2-1
Harambee Starlets captain Mwanalima Adam helped HB Køge secure a 2-1 comeback win against Hearts to reach the UEFA Women's Champions League third qualifying round.
Jacob Mulee praises comedian Mulamwah for missed football talent
Former Harambee Stars coach Jacob Mulee claims comedian Mulamwah possesses professional-level skills that Kenya lost to the entertainment industry.
Islam Makhachev questions UFC glove quality before UFC 330
Two-division champion Islam Makhachev mocked the quality of UFC gloves after they leaked dye and changed shape during a training session.
Abel Offia stresses team cohesion for D'Tigers World Cup qualifiers
Rivers Hoopers guard Abel Offia has called for more training time and better chemistry ahead of Nigeria's upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifying window.
Ipswich Town consider loan exit for goalkeeper Kayne van Oevelen
Ipswich Town goalkeeper Kayne van Oevelen may leave on loan to Valencia or a Championship club to secure regular playing time this season.
Bayern Munich complete permanent signing of Bara Sapoko Ndiaye
Bayern Munich have secured the permanent transfer of Senegalese midfielder Bara Sapoko Ndiaye following his successful loan spell at the club.
Cape Town win first national netball title by one goal
Cape Town secured their first national netball title under their current identity with a narrow one-goal victory over Tshwane on home soil.
Coal City Games 2026 logo and mascot to be unveiled in Enugu
The National Sports Commission and Enugu State will unveil the Coal City Games 2026 logo and mascot on August 28 following a facility inspection.
Ordega says she was ready to help after Nigeria's exit
Francisca Ordega believes her experience could have helped the Super Falcons avoid their 1-0 quarter-final loss to Cameroon at the WAFCON 2026.
Joel Luphahla replaces Saul Chaminuka as TelOne head coach
TelOne has confirmed the departure of Saul Chaminuka, with former coach Joel Luphahla returning to lead the club's fight against relegation.
Romelu Lukaku to join Fenerbahce after Napoli agreement
Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku is set to move to Fenerbahce following a club-to-club agreement worth more than €6 million.
Dana White considers new UFC belt but rejects new weight class
UFC President Dana White has expressed interest in introducing a new championship belt while dismissing plans for additional weight divisions.
Rangers submit initial bid for Club Brugge defender Hugo Siquet
Rangers have moved from monitoring Club Brugge right-back Hugo Siquet to submitting an official opening offer for the 24-year-old Belgian defender.
Gradus Kraus claims he has the power to knock out Dmitry Bivol
Dutch light-heavyweight Gradus Kraus says his punching power is sufficient to become the first man to stop the unified champion Dmitry Bivol.
Segun Odegbami demands NFF board resign after recent failures
Former Nigeria captain Segun Odegbami has called for the NFF leadership to step down following the Super Falcons' exit from WAFCON.
Hassan Wada expresses confidence in Super Falcons' World Cup hopes
Kogi State FA Chairman Hassan Wada believes Nigeria can overcome recent setbacks to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Bayano Moloto expresses confidence in Polokwane City squad
New Polokwane City coach Bayano Moloto believes his players can compete in the Betway Premiership despite needing further squad improvements.
John Kirwan criticises refereeing in All Blacks win over Stormers
Former All Blacks winger John Kirwan described the officiating in New Zealand's victory against the Stormers as pedantic and poor.
Sporting reject Sunderland's €40m offer for Geny Catamo
Sunderland's bid for Mozambique international Geny Catamo was turned down by Sporting, who are demanding €40m in guaranteed funds for the player.
Pauline Shegu backs Kenya's bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships
Motorsports veteran Pauline Shegu believes hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi would provide a historic boost for Kenya and Africa.
Oparanozie heartbroken as Nigeria faces World Cup play-off
Former striker Desire Oparanozie expressed deep disappointment after Nigeria's 1-0 loss to Cameroon jeopardised their 2027 World Cup qualification.
Agent confirms transfer talks for Liverpool defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe
Ifeanyi Ndukwe's agent has confirmed that the Liverpool defender is in discussions with several foreign and Danish clubs regarding a summer loan move.