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Conor McGregor calls for third UFC fight against Max Holloway in 2027
Star fighter wants another chance to take on Holloway after he sustained a knee injury at UFC 329 on July 11. Conor McGregor wants a redo of his recent fight against Max Holloway [File: Mark J Rebilas/Imagn Images via Reuters] Conor McGregor has laid out a long-term plan, seeking a rematch of his recent loss…
2026 WAFCON: Tanzania Stun South Africa With Late Strike
Diana Msewa and Hasnath Umbamba netted brilliant individual goals as Tanzania claimed a shock 2-1 win over South Africa on Monday in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Diana Msewa and Hasnath Umbamba scored superb solo goals for Tanzania in a shock 2-1 victory over South Africa on Monday in the Women’s Africa Cup of…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons Open 11th WAFCON Title Bid Against Malawi
The 2026 WAFCON tournament brings twice the stakes for Africa’s reigning football queens, with a record-extending 11th title and automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup both on the line. Nigeria’s Super Falcons celebrate with the trophy on the podium after winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final football match against…
WAFCON: Algeria Down Senegal In Tournament Opener
Nigeria, the competition’s record 10-time champions, kick off their campaign on Tuesday against Malawi in Group C, a side boasting standout forwards in the Chawinga sisters — Tabitha of Lyon and Temwa of Kansas City Current. Nigeria’s Super Falcons have won the competition 10 times. Photo: CAF. A blunder by Senegal goalkeeper Khady Faye gifted…
Infantino Slams World Cup Critics For ‘Spreading Hate’
In a long open letter published on Monday, Infantino urged detractors to “take a moment to reflect, meditate, pray” after a tournament marked by controversies ranging from ticket pricing to visa issues. FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 International Broadcast Center Grand Opening ceremony on June 01, 2026 in Dallas,…
Pirlo Voices Frustration Over Row That Cost Him Italy Coaching Job
Italian media reported that he had been on course to be named this week, despite his sole managerial trophy since taking up coaching in 2020 being a single Italian Cup. Juventus’ Italian coach Andrea Pirlo looks on prior to the final of the Italian Cup (Coppa Italia) football match Atalanta vs Juventus on May 19,…
Alonso Hails Rogers As A ‘Great Signing’ Who Can Revive Chelsea
Alonso said he was thrilled to bring the 23-year-old to Stamford Bridge, ahead of his managerial debut in a pre-season friendly against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday. English Premier League football club Chelsea’s team Manager Xabi Alonso speaks during a press conference in Sydney on July 27, 2026. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) New…
Tadej Pogacar wins Tour de France for a record-equalling fifth time
The Tour triumph marks the Slovenian’s third win in a row and draws him level with four others on the all-time list Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar secured a record-equalling fifth Tour de France title on Sunday after safely navigating the final stage, won by Mathieu van der Poel, to seal a third consecutive crown in cycling’s…
Female referee suffers concussion while trying to break up players’ clash
Female referee Mathilde Demoncay suffered a concussion after being knocked to the ground while attempting to break up a confrontation during a friendly match between French club Metz and Dutch side Fortuna Sittard. As reported by BBC Sport on Sunday, the incident occurred in the 40th minute when tensions boiled over following a shirt-pulling incident…
WAFCON: A Historical Look at Every Champion Since the Tournament’s Inception
Just three nations have won the WAFCON trophy across more than three decades, with Nigeria capturing the majority of the titles. Nigeria are ten-time African champions. X@Xayinde_halimatu The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has undergone a remarkable transformation since its inception in 1991. What began as a modest competition involving home-and-away qualification matches has…
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