Sports

Sport remains one of Africa’s strongest global connectors. From football news and sports updates to athlete stories and major tournaments, this section captures the moments, personalities, and trends driving the global sports conversation.

Chelsea

Just In! Chelsea Sacks Liam Rosenior After 5 Straight PL Defeats

Chelsea has sacked Liam Rosenior after five straight Premier League (PL) defeats and a barren spell in front of goal.  The decision, confirmed by the club on Wednesday, April 22,…

No Nigerian Representation as FIFA Selects African Referees for 2026 World Cup

Anthony Joshua Set for Tyson Fury Fight After Surviving Deadly Accident– Promoter Confirms

IranMiddle East

Footballers Trapped in Middle East as Flight Cancellations Spark Scramble for Safety

Champions LeagueSports

FULL LIST: What to Know as UEFA Unveils Champions League Last-16 Fixtures 

UEFAVinicius Jr.

UEFA Suspends Benfica’s Prestianni over Alleged Racial Abuse Against Vinicius

Biometrics exemption for football fans
CanadaFIFA

Canada Waives Biometrics for FIFA Invitees Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Jim RatcliffeManchester United

Man Utd Co-owner, Ratcliffe Under Fire over Comments on Immigrants 

AfricaMorocco

AFCON: 18 Senegalese Protest Detention in Morocco, Begin Hunger Strike

NigeriaSamuel Chukwueze

Super Eagles Winger Samuel Chukwueze Loses Mother

AFCONCAF

CAF Suspends Senegal’s Coach, Hakimi over AFCON Final Row

NigeriaSuper Eagles

Super Eagles Captain Ndidi’s Father Dies in Road Accident

CAFMorocco

Sanctions Loom as CAF Probes Senegal’s Walk-Off, Other Conduct in AFCON Final

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