Category: Sports

Cape 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.

Girona 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.

KL Rahul's 53* fuels India; WI bowled for 162 in Ahmedabad

By Sfiso Masuku On 3 Oct, 2025 Comments (11)

KL Rahul's unbeaten 53* steers India to a strong position as West Indies are bowled out for 162 at Ahmedabad, giving hosts a decisive first‑innings lead.

Club Brugge Beats Atalanta 3-1 to Reach Champions League Last 16

By Sfiso Masuku On 1 Oct, 2025 Comments (12)

Club Brugge stunned Atalanta 3‑1 in the Champions League second leg on Feb 18, 2025, sealing a 5‑2 aggregate win and booking a spot in the last‑16.

Palace Upset Liverpool; Atlético Destroys Real, Yamal Powers Barca

By Sfiso Masuku On 29 Sep, 2025 Comments (6)

Crystal Palace ends Liverpool's unbeaten run, Atlético thrashes Real Madrid 5‑2, and Yamal's return powers Barcelona to a comeback win, reshaping Premier League and La Liga title battles.

Strasbourg Beats Monaco 3-1, Boosts European Hopes

By Sfiso Masuku On 27 Sep, 2025 Comments (14)

Strasbourg thumped Monaco 3-1 at the Stade Louis II on Jan 25 2020, sharpening their push for a European spot. The loss left Monaco two points behind the league leaders and deep in a rebuilding slump. Strasbourg’s sweeping play and tight defence proved decisive. Both clubs face very different paths ahead in Ligue 1.

South Africa Crush Bangladesh in Women's T20 World Cup – 7‑Wicket Victory Highlights

By Sfiso Masuku On 25 Sep, 2025 Comments (17)

South Africa beat Bangladesh by seven wickets at Dubai International Stadium, reclaiming the top spot in the Women's T20 World Cup group. Tazmin Brits’ 42 runs earned her Player of the Match. Bangladesh’s young side struggled to post a competitive total, while the Proteas’ bowling set the tone. Both captains reflected on the win and the loss, hinting at what lies ahead.

Real Madrid Edge Sevilla 2-0 Despite Nine‑Man Deficit

By Sfiso Masuku On 24 Sep, 2025 Comments (20)

On May 18, 2025, Real Madrid secured a 2‑0 win over Sevilla at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium. The Andalusians were reduced to nine men after two red cards, while the visitors struggled early despite a numerical edge. Goals from Mbappé and Bellingham settled the match, keeping Madrid in the top‑flight chase as Barcelona had already lifted the title.

Andre Onana shines on debut for Trabzonspor

By Sfiso Masuku On 23 Sep, 2025 Comments (9)

Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana made an instant impact in Turkey, earning Man of the Match in his first game for Trabzonspor. The one‑year loan from Manchester United comes with a boosted salary and performance bonuses, signalling a fresh start for the former Premier League star.

Arsenal subs sink Athletic Club in Bilbao as Martinelli, Trossard clinch 2-0 win

By Sfiso Masuku On 17 Sep, 2025 Comments (8)

Arsenal beat Athletic Club 2-0 in Bilbao in the Champions League group stage thanks to impactful substitutions. Gabriel Martinelli broke the deadlock before Leandro Trossard doubled the lead, with Declan Rice central to the build-up. Athletic, back in the competition after 11 years, battled but struggled to create clear chances against a composed Arsenal defense.

South Africa vs Benin: No Official Report Yet—What a Win Would Mean in 2026 Qualifiers

By Sfiso Masuku On 10 Sep, 2025 Comments (17)

There’s no verified match report yet for South Africa vs Benin in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Here’s the context: the group is tight, Nigeria have dropped points, and a South Africa win—depending on other results—could open a five-point lead. We break down the format, recent form, and what a victory would change for Bafana Bafana.

Novak Djokovic and Venus Williams Show Why the Love of Tennis Still Matters

By Sfiso Masuku On 3 Sep, 2025 Comments (11)

At the US Open, Novak Djokovic, 38, and Venus Williams, 45, prove they’re still here for the game itself, not just the wins. In heavy heat and a muted stadium, Djokovic ground through a tricky second-round test, while Venus continues to chase the thrill of competition. Their staying power shows how passion, not trophies, keeps true champions competing.