South African wheelchair tennis star Kgothatso Montjane has reached the Roland Garros semi-finals after a straight sets victory against China’s Ziying Wang on Thursday. The 39-year-old from Seshego in Limpopo province overpowered fourth seed Wang 6-2 and 6-4, to progress to the last four. Montjane, who celebrated her birthday on 3 June, will be tested… Continue reading Kgothatso Montjane Keeps French Open Dream Alive
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Rassie Erasmus Announces Boks Squad
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 54-man squad for the opening stages of the international season, which kicks off on 28 June against the Barbarians, followed by the Castle Lager Incoming Series. As per the press release, the same 54 players – nine of whom are uncapped – attended the second national alignment camp… Continue reading Rassie Erasmus Announces Boks Squad
José Riveiro: Why Al Ahly Signed Me
Al Ahly’s new coach, José Riveiro, has shared his thoughts on the move for the first time since his appointment recently. Riveiro joined the Red Devils following a three-year stint with Orlando Pirates. The Buccaneers allowed Riveiro to leave early, with just over a month remaining on his contract. He then concluded a two-year deal… Continue reading José Riveiro: Why Al Ahly Signed Me
Modrić to Play Beyond the 40s
At 39, Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić is not done at the highest level of the game. Modrić parted company with Los Blancos in recent times and departed as the club’s most decorated player with 28 trophies in 13 years. Many would have expected Modrić, who turns 40 in September, to head to Asia, specifically… Continue reading Modrić to Play Beyond the 40s
Al Ahly President Hospitalised
Al Ahly leader Mahmoud El Khatib has been forced to take the backseat ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup. El Khatib often travels with the Red Devils, but as they leave for the United States on Wednesday, he will remain in Egypt. “The president will be unable to travel with the Al Ahly delegation… Continue reading Al Ahly President Hospitalised
Simone Inzaghi’s Al Hilal Salary Revealed
Former Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi is set for a massive financial windfall in his new job in Saudi Arabia. Inzaghi will finalise a move to Al Hilal this week, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. “Simone Inzaghi will earn €26m (R527 million) net per season as salary in the Saudi Pro League as the… Continue reading Simone Inzaghi’s Al Hilal Salary Revealed
Hugo Broos Confirms Retirement Plans
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos will leave the dugout in about a year, if all goes according to plan. Bafana, in Group C, are edging closer to qualifying for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, which will be played in North America from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Broos’s men top the group with 13… Continue reading Hugo Broos Confirms Retirement Plans
Eto’o Backs Africa’s Top Teams
Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) president Samuel Eto’o has thrown his weight behind Mamelodi Sundowns, Al Ahly, Espérance, and Wydad Casablanca ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup. The former Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Chelsea forward believes the four teams will be competitive in the United States rather than add to the numbers. “I know that… Continue reading Eto’o Backs Africa’s Top Teams
Zakithi Nene Leads the World
Zakithi Nene of South Africa is setting the pace in the Men’s 400m this year. The 27-year-old tops the 400m list in 2025. Nene registered a personal best (PB) of 43.76s to win the men’s 400m at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi, Kenya, over the weekend. He became the third fastest African man of… Continue reading Zakithi Nene Leads the World
Atlético Extends Contract of Talisman Griezmann
Long-serving Atlético de Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann is staying at the club. Atlético have confirmed that their top scorer of all-time has extended his contract with the club, which was due to expire in 2026. “Antoine Griezmann and Atlético de Madrid have reached an agreement to renew the French footballer’s contract until June 30, 2027,”… Continue reading Atlético Extends Contract of Talisman Griezmann