Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo is set for a significant financial boost after edging closer to a high-profile move from Bournemouth to Manchester City, with reports indicating that his wages will more than double once the deal is completed.
Chelsea have appointed Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior as their new head coach.
AS Monaco defender Mohammed Salisu faces a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a serious knee injury that has been confirmed as a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.
The search for Manchester United's next manager is on after Ruben Amorin's exit.
After only 14 months in charge, Amorim was sacked on Monday following his latest criticism of the club's hierarchy.
United are sixth in the Premier League and in contention for Champions League football next season.
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury has announced he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.
The 37-year-old Briton last fought in December 2024, when he was beaten for a second time by unified champion Oleksandr Usyk in their heavyweight rematch. Fury confirmed his retirement a month later.
Speculation over a comeback had grown in recent weeks after Fury shared footage of himself training in Thailand alongside South African boxer Kevin Lerena.
Nigeria cruised into the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a commanding 4-0 victory over Mozambique in Fes on Monday, January 5.
The Super Eagles were dominant from the outset, with talisman Victor Osimhen seeing an effort ruled out for offside inside the opening two minutes.
Nigeria’s early pressure told in the 20th minute when Ademola Lookman curled home from Akor Adams’ cutback to break the deadlock.
Former Australian great Damien Martyn has made a remarkable recovery after a serious health scare.
The 54-year-old cricket legend, who starred for Australia in 67 Tests and 208 One-Day Internationals between 1992 and 2006, was hospitalised late last month after suddenly falling ill with meningitis — a dangerous infection that causes inflammation around the brain and spinal cord.
As the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 moves deeper into the knockout phase, the race for the Golden Boot is beginning to take shape.
With the Round of 16 under way and margins tighter than ever, goals are proving decisive, and a familiar blend of established stars and emerging talents is leading the scoring charts.
At the top stands Brahim Díaz, whose influence has grown with each passing match. The Morocco forward leads the chart with four goals in four appearances, continuing his outstanding form on home soil.
The knockout phase of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is gathering momentum, with the Round of 16 under way and the first quarter-final places already decided.
As Africa’s premier football tournament enters its most decisive stage, early results have highlighted both the strength of the favourites and the fine margins that continue to define AFCON football.
The Round of 16 signals the start of straight knockout action, where a single result can redefine a nation’s tournament.
Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim, with Darren Fletcher set to take charge for Wednesday's Premier League game against Burnley.
Ruben Amorim has challenged Manchester United's hierarchy to let him do his job without interference.
Senegal and Mali on Saturday qualified for the quarter-finals of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. While Senegal came from behind to ease past Sudan 3-1 and book their place, Mali on its part used a 10-man squad to eliminate Tunisia on penalties. Former champions Senegal will face Mali in the quarterfinals.
Super Eagles captain, Victor Osimhen has sent a bold warning to Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations rivals, insisting the Super Eagles can “trample on any team” as they chase an end to the country’s 13-year wait for continental glory.
Nigeria’s commanding 3-1 victory over Uganda on Tuesday, achieved with a largely second-string side, sealed a perfect group-stage record of three wins from three matches. It marked only the fourth time Nigeria have achieved that feat in 20 AFCON appearances.
Victories over Tunisia and Tanzania further underlined the Super Eagles’ status as one of the tournament’s most dangerous teams, according to the Galatasaray striker.
Ghana's Michael 'Black Spider' Abban became the new WBA Pan African and Commonwealth Silver super flyweight champion on New Year's Day following the failure of Tanzanian opponent, Muhsin Kizota to answer the bell for round 3 on an electrifying night of fight action in Accra presented by Bishop Boxing Promotions.
22 year old Abban, a former national champion who also won the Commonwealth Youth belt only last October, didn't do much in round 1 as he appeared to study the opponent who was virtually inactive, only interested in not getting hit at the Bukom Boxing Arena.
The Ghanaian went into full gear in round 2, but Kizota will not allow him to fight, frustrating Abban with incessant clinching as the clocked ticked away. Abban however will not be thwarted and still found a way to land some good shots even as Kizota tried his best to clinch and frustrate the Ghanaian.
Brennan Johnson is set to be included in Crystal Palace’s squad for Sunday’s clash with Newcastle after the Wales forward completed a club-record £35m move from Tottenham on Friday, January 2.
Bournemouth were also keen to sign Johnson as a potential replacement for Manchester City target Antoine Semenyo. However, following talks with Palace manager Oliver Glasner on Thursday, the 24-year-old opted for a move to Selhurst Park.
“I’m really excited and really happy,” Johnson said.
“Crystal Palace are a great club—one I’ve always admired. It’s a great time for me to be here and to join the journey this club is on.”
