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Japan Stuns Brazil 3-2 in Historic Tokyo Friendly
By Sfiso Masuku On 15 Oct, 2025 Comments (1)
Japan's 3‑2 comeback win over Brazil in Tokyo marks the first victory against the five‑time champions, reshaping Asian football's standing.
View MoreUruguay Beats Uzbekistan 2-1 in Malaysia Friendly – World Cup Stakes
By Sfiso Masuku On 14 Oct, 2025 Comments (15)
Uruguay edged Uzbekistan 2-1 at Hang Jebat Stadium in Malaysia, a key friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Coaches used the match to test reserves and tactics.
View MoreIreland draws 2-2 with Hungary to kick off 2026 World Cup qualifiers
By Sfiso Masuku On 12 Oct, 2025 Comments (1)
Ireland’s 2026 World Cup qualifying starts with a 2‑2 draw against Hungary, leaving the squad needing wins in the final fixtures to keep play‑off hopes alive.
View MorePortugal Favours Over Ireland in Oct 11 World Cup Qualifier – Ronaldo Leads
By Sfiso Masuku On 11 Oct, 2025 Comments (5)
Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, faces the Republic of Ireland on Oct 11 in a crucial World Cup qualifier, with Lisbon host and qualification stakes high.
View MoreSenegal Thrashes South Sudan 5-0 in Juba, Boosts 2026 World Cup Hopes
By Sfiso Masuku On 10 Oct, 2025 Comments (2)
Senegal's 5-0 win over South Sudan in Juba bolsters their push for a 2026 World Cup spot, while the loss deepens South Sudan's qualification woes.
View MoreWednesday’s World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Africa, Asia & CONCACAF Action
By Sfiso Masuku On 9 Oct, 2025 Comments (16)
Wednesday's World Cup 2026 qualifiers saw Africa, Asia and CONCACAF battling for spots, with Ghana's 5‑0 win and Saudi Arabia's triumph reshaping the race.
View MoreChiefs vs Jaguars: Monday Night Showdown at EverBank Stadium Preview
By Sfiso Masuku On 7 Oct, 2025 Comments (3)
A preview of the Monday Night Football clash between the Kansas City Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium, covering odds, key players and what a win means for both teams.
View MoreCape Town Kitesurf Legend Graham Howes Dies at 38 After Search
By Sfiso Masuku On 7 Oct, 2025 Comments (16)
Cape Town kitesurf legend Graham Howes, founder of Dirty Habits, died at 38 after a NSRI search. Community mourns his loss and honors his legacy.
View MoreKenyan MPs grill PS over NYOTA youth programme delay
By Sfiso Masuku On 7 Oct, 2025 Comments (2)
Kenyan MPs interrogate PS Susan Mang'eni over NYOTA's funding gap, risking delay of a Sh30bn youth empowerment scheme backed by the World Bank.
View MoreDangote Praises Tinubu’s Oil Reforms, Cites New NNPC Leadership
By Sfiso Masuku On 7 Oct, 2025 Comments (2)
Aliko Dangote lauds President Tinubu’s oil‑sector reforms, backs new NNPC leadership, and thanks the president for averting a PENGASSAN strike, highlighting rising rigs and production targets.
View MoreBarcelona Port Opens Direct Freight Rail to France, Slashing Transit
By Sfiso Masuku On 5 Oct, 2025 Comments (12)
Barcelona's port launches a historic direct freight rail link to France, cutting transit times by up to 12 days and boosting cross‑border trade.
View MoreGirona FC Upset Valencia CF 2-1 to Escape Relegation Zone
By Sfiso Masuku On 5 Oct, 2025 Comments (16)
Girona FC beat Valencia CF 2-1 at Estadi Montilivi, lifting them out of La Liga's relegation zone and sparking new optimism for the season.
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