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Erik ten Hag sacked by Bayer Leverkusen after just two games in Bundesliga record

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been dismissed by Bayer Leverkusen after only two Bundesliga matches in charge; the fastest managerial sacking in the league’s history. The 55-year-old was appointed in the summer following his October exit from Old Trafford. His departure makes him the third ex-United boss to be sacked within a…

Manchester United land Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens in €21m deal

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for an initial €21m (£18.1m) plus add-ons. The 23-year-old is set to travel to Manchester to complete a medical and put pen to paper on a five-year deal at Old Trafford. His arrival ends United’s pursuit of Aston Villa’s World…

Newcastle seal £55m deal for Brentford star Yoane Wissa after transfer swtandoff

Newcastle United have agreed a £55m deal for Brentford forward Yoane Wissa, just a day after the striker publicly urged the Bees to “keep their word” and allow him to leave. The fee comprises an initial £50m plus £5m in add-ons, with the DR Congo international now travelling to Tyneside to finalize the move. Brentford…

Vipers SC secure Liberian forward Robin Kane Hney on three-year deal

Uganda Premier League champions Vipers SC have bolstered their attacking options with the acquisition of Liberian winger Robin Kane Hney, the club confirmed on Friday, August 29, 2025. The 20-year-old has signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the Kitende-based side until 2028. Kane joins Vipers from Albanian outfit Apolonia Fier, where he…

Morocco’s Lamlioui wins CHAN 2024 golden boot after inspiring final brace

Morocco’s Oussama Lamlioui has been crowned Puma Top Scorer of CHAN PAMOJA 2024, finishing with six goals after netting twice in the Atlas Lions’ 3-2 victory over Madagascar in Saturday’s final. The 29-year-old forward proved decisive throughout the tournament, scoring in the group stage against Zambia, DR Congo, and Tanzania, before delivering in the semi-final…

Uganda Cranes’ Uche Ikpeazu poised for long-awaited debut in critical World Cup qualifiers

English-born forward Uche Ikpeazu, 30, has been summoned to the Uganda Cranes squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, potentially marking the culmination of a years-long international pursuit. The physical striker, currently featuring for Scottish club St. Johnstone, could finally make his debut for Uganda in crucial Group G matches against Mozambique and…

Morocco and Madagascar set for historic CHAN final showdown

Morocco will face Madagascar in the David vs. Goliath final of the 2024 Championship of African Nations (CHAN) on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Atlas lions overcome champions in penalty thriller The North Africans, two-time winners of this tournament, qualified for the final by dethroning cup holders Senegal in…

Denis Onyango returns to Uganda Cranes after four years in retirement

Uganda Cranes legendary goalkeeper Denis Masinde Onyango has made a sensational return to the national team, four years after announcing his international retirement. The 39-year-old, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns in South Africa, has been included in the 28-man squad named by head coach Paul Put ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Cranes…