Barbra Banda Wins BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year Award
By : Lloyd Mahachi Zambia and Orlando Pride forward Barbra Banda has been voted BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year. This is a great achievement for the 24-year-old player, who has been recognized for her outstanding performances on the field. Banda received the most votes from readers of the BBC Sport website after a five-player […]
Ghana Fails to Qualify for AFCON 2025 After 1-1 Draw with Angola
By: Lloyd Mahachi Ghana’s hopes of participating in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 have been dashed following a 1-1 draw with Angola in their qualifying match. The Black Stars needed a win to keep their slim chances alive, but the draw leaves them at the bottom of Group F with just three points […]
Japanese Soccer Legend Kazuyoshi Miura to Play 40th Season at 58
By: Lloyd Mahachi Japanese soccer player Kazuyoshi Miura, widely recognized as the world’s oldest active professional soccer player, is set to return for his 40th professional season at the remarkable age of 58. According to Japan’s Kyodo news agency, Miura, affectionately known as “King Kazu,” plans to suit up again next season for his fourth-tier […]
FIFA World Cup Legacy Tarnished: Danny Jordaan Arrested
By: Lloyd Mahachi South African soccer president Danny Jordaan, who played a pivotal role in bringing the 2010 FIFA World Cup to Africa, has been arrested on fraud and theft charges. Jordaan, currently the president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), is accused of misusing approximately R1.3 million ($72,372) of SAFA funds for personal […]
Real Madrid Set Sights on Ademola Lookman as Potential Vinicius Replacement
By : Lloyd Mahachi Real Madrid has joined the pursuit of in-form Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman, reportedly eyeing him as a possible replacement for Vinícius Júnior. Lookman has been sensational since joining Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022, tallying 39 goals and 23 assists in 90 appearances. His impressive performance has garnered attention from top […]
Ugandan Olympian’s Killer Gets 35-Year Sentence
By : Lloyd Mahachi A court in Kenya has sentenced two men, Peter Ushuru Khalumi and David Ekai Lokere, to 35 years in prison for killing Ugandan Olympic athlete Benjamin Kiplagat. He was found stabbed to death in his car on New Year’s Eve in Eldoret, a town where many athletes train due to its […]
Rodri Wins 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or
By : Lloyd Mahachi Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has been crowned the 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or winner, a testament to his exceptional performances for both club and country in the 2023/24 season. This prestigious award solidifies Rodri’s position among the world’s top footballers. Rodri’s outstanding season was marked by his pivotal role in […]
Is Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman the potential Ballon Do’r’s contender?
By : Lloyd Mahachi Ademola Lookman, Nigerian winger, has shared his inspiring journey from England’s youth teams to becoming a key player for the Super Eagles. Despite winning the Under-20 World Cup with England in 2017, Lookman’s heart always belonged to Nigeria. “I was always a Nigerian, born and raised in the UK,” he emphasized. […]
The Final Whistle: Siya Kolisi and Rachel End Their Marriage
By : Lloyd Mahachi South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, have announced their decision to part ways after much reflection, marking the end of an era for one of the country’s most beloved and respected couples. In a heartfelt joint statement on Instagram, the couple revealed their mutual decision to end […]
Will an African Scoop the Ballon d’Or this time around?
By : Lloyd Mahachi Vinicius Jr has cemented his status as one of football’s elite players after scoring a stunning hat-trick against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. The 24-year-old Brazilian forward’s phenomenal performance has further fueled speculation that he will win the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. Real Madrid fans chanted “Ballon d’Or – Vinicius […]