Football

Farewell to a Goal-Scoring Legend: Justin Shonga

The Lusaka football community came together to bid a heartfelt farewell to former Chipolopolo star, Justin Shonga, who passed away on Sunday after a short illness. The memorial service at Arakan Barracks chapel was attended by hundreds of people from all walks of life, including football enthusiasts, former teammates, and officials from the Football Association […]

Football

Black Queens start training for Japan friendly

The Black Queens of Ghana have started preparations for the Japan friendly game in the coming days. After arriving on Tuesday, the Queens commenced training on Wednesday at the  Union Park in Legon. Out of the 33 players called by Nora Hauptle, 25  players were involved in the first training session. The players are Freda […]

Football

Messi’s Fitness Clouds Argentina’s Copa América Hopes

Lionel Messi’s hamstring injury has cast a dark shadow over Argentina’s Copa América campaign, with coach Lionel Scaloni unsure if his star player will be fit for Thursday’s quarter-final against Ecuador. Messi’s absence from Argentina’s final group stage match against Peru on Saturday has raised alarm bells, and Scaloni’s cautious approach suggests the situation is […]

Tennis

Osaka’s Wimbledon Woes: A Sign of Things to Come?

Naomi Osaka’s dismal exit from Wimbledon on Wednesday raises concerns about her future in the sport. The Japanese superstar, once a dominant force in women’s tennis, was humbled by America’s Emma Navarro in a lackluster performance that lasted less than an hour. Osaka’s 6-4, 6-1 defeat on Centre Court was a stark reminder of her […]

Tennis

Raducanu’s Wimbledon Win: A False Dawn?

Emma Raducanu’s dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over Elise Mertens on Wednesday may have papered over the cracks, but it’s too early to get carried away with the Briton’s chances at Wimbledon. Raducanu’s struggles with fitness and form since her US Open triumph in 2021 are well-documented, and despite her convincing win, the 21-year-old still has […]

Tennis

Struggling Gauff Scrapes Through at Wimbledon

Coco Gauff’s performance on Wimbledon’s Court One was far from impressive on Wednesday, as she labored to a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Romanian qualifier Anca Todoni. The 20-year-old US Open champion looked out of sorts, committing 16 unforced errors and struggling with her serve, landing only 43% of her first serves. Despite her less-than-dominant display, […]