Author: Kamogelo Matsile

Tunisia opened their AFCON Group J campaign with a 4-0 win over Equatorial Guinea in Rades, powered by a goal and two assists from Naim Sliti. Seifeddine Jaziri scored a header, while substitute Youssef Msakni added a late brace. Equatorial Guinea finished with 10 men after Joan Lopez Elo's second yellow. The result doubles as preparation for Tunisia’s World Cup plans.

Apple’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” event is set to debut a major lineup: the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air alongside iPhone 17, Pro, and Pro Max, plus AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. Apple may also tease AirTag 2 and Vision Pro 2. Pre-orders are tipped for Sept 12, with retail launch Sept 19, as Apple leans into a fresh design language and a wider three-year hardware reset.

Arsenal are pushing ahead with a £52m move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, elbowing ahead of Tottenham in a deal both clubs have chased all summer. The Ecuadorian international prefers the Emirates, according to multiple reports, with Arsenal now working on fee structure and exits to balance spending. Spurs, who led talks earlier, are weighing alternatives if they miss out again.

Italy's new coach, Gennaro Gattuso, is building his squad around Inter Milan stars Federico Dimarco, Nicolo Barella, and Alessandro Bastoni. This bold move signals a fresh direction for the Azzurri, blending club chemistry with national ambition.

Kaizer Chiefs will start the 2025/26 Betway Premiership without their head coach, Nasreddine Nabi, after a family emergency forced him to leave for Tunisia. Nabi's assistants, Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, will step in for the opening match. The coach’s return is uncertain as his focus remains on his wife's recovery.

Lagos State is stepping up its fight against fake traffic officers who have been targeting drivers for extortion. With recent arrests in Mushin, Itire, and Ikeja, officials are cracking down and urging residents to be alert and report suspicious activity to the authorities.

Manchester City returned to training on July 28, bringing the full squad back after a rare month-long break. Focus is on regaining fitness following last season's injury woes, with Rodri joining in despite recent setbacks. Fans can look forward to open training, new signings, and a friendly against Palermo before the Premier League restart.

Panama goes head-to-head with Guadeloupe in the opening match of the 2025 Gold Cup, entering as heavy favorites but facing an opponent with a reputation for stubborn defense and recent form. The match-up features strong stats on both sides and plenty of uncertainty despite the odds.

Lebanon stunned defending champions Tajikistan 1-0, reaching their first-ever Merdeka Tournament final. Jihad Ayoub scored early, while Lebanon's defense held off Tajikistan's attacks. The win puts Lebanon on the brink of a major football milestone as they prepare to face either Malaysia or the Philippines.

Bafana Bafana's COSAFA Cup squad for 2025 features a heavy Kaizer Chiefs presence, with five players making the list under coach Vela Khumalo. South Africa contests Group A in Bloemfontein, facing Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Mauritius. The selection focuses on CHAN preparations and includes notable names from other top clubs.

French President Macron landed in Hanoi and clinched over $10 billion in trade deals with Vietnam, led by a landmark Airbus A330neo order. These agreements deepen cooperation in defense, energy, and technology—right as global trade pressures mount and France seeks fresh influence in Asia.

The Knicks are on the verge of reaching their first conference finals since 2000, leading the series 2-0 against the Celtics. Jalen Brunson shines as New York shows grit, while Boston faces elimination and must tighten up defensively. Predictions tip toward New York, but the Celtics' home floor remains a possible turning point.