News Sudan/Ghana: Morocco Afcon 2025 – Black Stars Walk On Tightrope …After Goalless Draw With Sudan [ad_1] Goal scoring proved the biggest bane of the Black Stars yesterday when they failed to find the back of the net against Sudan in an AFCON 2025 qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium. The result leaves the Black Stars as 'endangered species' as far as qualification to the continental fiesta was concerned unless they win the last three games that include a second leg tie against the Sudanese in Libya on Monday. It was a much improved performance from […] todayOctober 11, 2024 2
News Malawi/Senegal: Zitheka? Malawi’s Flames Face Uphill Battle Against Senegal in Afcon Qualifiers Today [ad_1] As the Malawi National Football Team prepares to clash with Africa's highest-ranked side today, Senegal's Lions of Teranga, the stakes couldn't be higher. Scheduled for a crucial 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier at the Diamniadio Olympic Stadium in Dakar, this match is pivotal for the Flames, who find themselves in a precarious position after two disappointing losses. The Flames opened their Group L campaign with a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Burundi Swallows, followed by a 3-1 […] todayOctober 11, 2024 4
News Zimbabwe: PNL to Host Pink-October Netball Tournament [ad_1] Veronica Gwaze — At least 20- teams are set to participate in the Pink-October Netball Tournament which is slated for tomorrow at Chitungwiza, Aquatic Complex. Running under the theme "Together We Can Make a Difference", the tournament is meant for netballers to showcase solidarity in the fight against cancer. Premier Netball League organisers of the tourney agree that while raising awareness for cancer may not cure the disease, such initiatives are key in combating it. League public relations and […] todayOctober 11, 2024 3
News Zimbabwe: Sweswe Speaks On PSL Return Quest [ad_1] Sheasham head coach Lizwe Sweswe admits facing pressure to return the team to the top flight but insists they are taking each game as it comes. Sheasham trail Central Region Soccer League leaders Kwekwe United by 15 points, with 44 points from 26 games. Tongogara and Chapungu occupy second and third spots with 56 and 50 points, respectively. Sweswe was named the region's Coach of the Month for September and credited his players and technical team for the accolade. […] todayOctober 11, 2024 2
News Zimbabwe: Zemura Comes of Age [ad_1] Tadious Manyepo — Jordan Zemura has garnered so much experience in Warriors colours and it was in full display when Zimbabwe beat Namibia 1-0 in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier behind closed doors at Orlando Stadium in South Africa yesterday. The Udinese star has always shown his quality but his rather conservative approach to the game has not been quite helping his cause. The Warriors had before yesterday won just one competitive game, the 2-1 victory over […] todayOctober 11, 2024 1
News Zimbabwe: Alcaraz, Sinner Pay Tribute to ‘Unbelievable’ Legend [ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz said hearing about his fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal's retirement yesterday was "painful" while world No 1 Jannik Sinner said it was "tough news" for tennis. Nadal announced earlier that he will step back from tennis after the Davis Cup finals in November, ending his 22-Grand Slam winning career. "When I watched it, it was tough to accept it. I was in shock a little bit," said Alcaraz after he was knocked out of the Shanghai Masters in […] todayOctober 11, 2024 2
News Nigeria: Six Kidnapped Sportswriters En Route Uyo for Afcon 2025 Coverage Freed [ad_1] *One journalist killed, four others still with the abductors Six of the 11 sports journalists kidnapped en route Uyo to cover the Super Eagles' Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya have been rescued by joint security forces in Anambra State. The abduction took place on the Iseke -Orlu Road in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State on Wednesday. The media men were part of an 11-member media crew travelling from Lagos to Akwa Ibom State when […] todayOctober 11, 2024 1
News Nigeria: Customs, Bayelsa in Zenith Bank / NBBF League Final 8 Winning Start [ad_1] The Final 8 of the Zenith Bank/NBBF Women's Premier Basketball League started yesterday at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos with Nigeria Customs Women Basketball team and Bayelsa Whales winning their opening game. Former champions Customs defeated Dolphins, 74-61 points while it ended 60-42 points in the game between Bayelsa Whales and Titans in favour of the Whales. Dolphins started the first quarter with a one point lead, leading the quarter 21-20 while Customs return […] todayOctober 11, 2024
News Libya/Nigeria: Nigeria Vs Libya Preview – Super Eagles Eye Early Afcon 2025 Qualification [ad_1] With four points from two matches, the three-time African champions sit atop the group standings. The Super Eagles are poised to take a significant step towards qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as they face Libya's Mediterranean Knights in a crucial Group D encounter on Friday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria, led by interim manager Augustine Eguavoen, has made a strong start to the qualifiers, securing a victory over Benin Republic and a draw […] todayOctober 11, 2024 1