Zimbabwe: Khama Billiat Joins Warriors Afcon Qualifiers Squad After Backtracking On Retirement

[ad_1] Yadah Stars forward Khama Billiat has reversed his international retirement as he marks his return into the senior men's national team ahead of the coming 2025 AFCON Qualifiers. Billiat announced his decision on Wednesday after a meeting with the new Warriors coach Michael Nees. "I still feel I have something to offer to Zimbabwean football, locally and internationally. "I have been reflecting deeply, and i am convinced there is one chapter which remains unfinished- between Khama Billiat and the […]

August 29, 2024

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Rwanda: Exclusive – Bal President Fall On Wc Pre-Qualifiers, Rwanda’s Support for Sports

[ad_1] Basketball Africa League (BAL) president Amadou Gallo Fall yet again visited Kigali during the just-concluded FIBA Women's World Cup pre-qualifiers. Fall has in recent years been travelling to Rwanda to attend various events, including the BAL which the East African nation has hosted since its inception in 2021. Also read: Amadou Gallo Fall on preps for BAL season four In an exclusive interview with Times Sport, the basketball executive shared his take on Rwanda's commitment to supporting sports development, […]

August 29, 2024

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Nigeria: New Champion to Emerge in All Stars Unity Cup Final

[ad_1] The tournament, which kicked off on 10 August, featured 16 teams competing in four groups. The stage is set for a thrilling final match in the second edition of the All Stars Unity Cup, as newcomers Evergreen All Stars and Araromi FC face off to claim the title. One of these teams will replace last year's winner, Liberty Stars. Evergreen All-Stars, making their debut, had a nail-biting semifinal match against Linda Sweet Athletics FC, winning 2-0 in penalties after […]

August 29, 2024

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Nigeria: Labbadia’s Challenge – German Coach Seeks to Revive Super Eagles

[ad_1] With a 43.94% win rate and no major trophies in his 21-year managerial career, Labbadia faces scepticism from fans who expected a high-profile appointment After a 73-day hiatus, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) ended its silence by appointing Bruno Labbadia as the 37th head coach of the men's national team. Labbadia is the sixth German to take charge of the Super Eagles and the 26th foreign manager overall. This decision was taken to calm critics and provide direction for […]

August 28, 2024

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Rwanda: Afcon 2025 Qualifiers – Labbadia Names Osimhen in Squad for Benin, Rwanda Games

[ad_1] Nigeria new head coach Bruno Labbadia has named Napoli star striker Victor Osimhen in his 23-man squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin on September 7 and Rwanda in Kigali on September 10. Osimhen, who is currently a transfer target for English Premier League side Chelsea, who returns to the Super Eagles squad after missing the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin and South Africa in June through injury. Captain William Troost-Ekong who […]

August 28, 2024

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Mauritius: Ambassador Vajayen Valaydon Receives Mauritian Paralympics Athletes to the Mauritius Embassy in Paris

[ad_1] Port Louis — The Ambassador of Mauritius to France, His Excellency Mr. Vijayen Valaydon, hosted on Tuesday 27 August 2024 a function in honour of the Mauritian Athletes participating in the Paralympics Games 2024 which are starting on Wednesday 28 August 2024 in Paris and ending on 08 September 2024. In his brief address at the Embassy, the Ambassador welcomed the Mauritian athletes and the whole Mauritius Paralympics delegation, led by Mr. Hervé Runga and Ms. Hewlett Nelson, to […]

August 28, 2024

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Malawi: Darts Association of Malawi Seeks Support to Boost Sport’s Growth

[ad_1] The Darts Association of Malawi (DAM) has appealed to interested entities to supplement the government's efforts in promoting darts in the country. DAM President Joe Zangazanga made the plea on Friday night, August 23, 2024, at the Blantyre Sports Club during a presentation of team uniforms by the Malawi School of Government (MSG), Mpemba Campus in Blantyre, to DAM. "We thank the Malawi School of Government for their timely gesture," "As we prepare to travel to Eswatini for a […]

August 28, 2024

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Nigeria: Superstar Oshoala Scores Against Barcelona in Seven-Goal Thriller

[ad_1] Oshoala opened the scoring in the 17th minute, intercepting a pass from the Barcelona goalkeeper and firing a shot into the bottom left corner. Bay FC faced off against reigning UEFA Champions League winners FC Barcelona in an international friendly match at PayPal Park on Tuesday night, resulting in a 5-2 loss for the home team. Despite the defeat, Asisat Oshoala stole the show with a stunning goal against her former club. The match saw 21 Bay FC players […]

August 28, 2024

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Nigeria: My Five-Year Journey to Clear My Name – Siasia

[ad_1] Though laced with challenges, Siasia said his life story is one of perseverance and integrity. Former Super Eagles Chief Coach Samson Siasia has spoken about his journey to clear his name after being banned for five years over alleged match-fixing. Speaking at an event organised by his committee of friends, primarily parents of young footballers in the Siaone Soccer Academy, Siasia shared his journey from growing up in Ajegunle to becoming a renowned football coach and why it was […]

August 28, 2024

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