Asante Kotoko defeated Hearts of Oak 1-0 on Sunday to end their opponents' unbeaten streak in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, with Morifing Donzo converting a first-half penalty at the stadium in Accra. The Porcupine Warriors maintained their own unbeaten record through nine matchdays while handing Hearts their first loss of the campaign.
Heart of Lions secured a dramatic late victory over Berekum Chelsea in Kpando, with Paul Atta Agyei scoring in the 89th minute. Vision FC overcame a numerical disadvantage to beat Eleven Wonders 2-1 in Tema despite losing Kingsley Appiah to a red card in the 28th minute, as Meshack Sowah Adjetey netted the decisive goal. Young Apostles rallied past Bechem United 3-2 at Wenchi Sports Stadium, with...
Brentford overturned a halftime deficit to defeat Newcastle United 3-1 at the Gtech Community Stadium, with Igor Thiago netting twice in the closing stages to condemn the visitors to another away league defeat. Harvey Barnes had given Newcastle the lead before the interval by firing through goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher's legs, but Kevin Schade equalized after halftime with a header following Sven Botman's inadvertent flick from Michael Kayode's throw-in.
Dan Burn's challenge on Dango Ouattara inside the penalty area resulted in a spot kick and a red card after the defender received his second yellow. Substitute goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, making his first league appearance for Newcastle after Nick Pope departed injured, was beaten by...
Aston Villa secured their most decisive Premier League triumph of the campaign by defeating Bournemouth 4-0 at home. Emiliano Buendia opened the scoring near the 30-minute mark with a brilliant free kick, while Amadou Onana doubled the advantage before halftime after receiving a pass from Morgan Rogers.
Bournemouth earned a penalty when Rogers handled Evanilson's header, but goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez denied Antoine Semenyo from the spot with a diving stop to his right. The save preserved Villa's clean sheet and deflated any hopes of a comeback.
Ross Barkley headed home from a Lucas Digne corner to extend the lead, and substitute Donyell Malen completed the rout by redirecting Youri Tielemans' shot past goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic...
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus demonstrated exceptional tactical acumen in orchestrating a 32-17 comeback victory against France on Saturday, despite his team playing an entire half with only 14 men. The 52-year-old strategist made the bold decision to substitute captain Siya Kolisi during his 100th Test appearance after lock Lood de Jager received a red card at halftime, instead deploying Andre Esterhuizen in a versatile role covering both center and flanker positions. Esterhuizen's 65th-minute try proved pivotal in turning the match decisively toward the Springboks after they had trailed with 20 minutes remaining.
The victory over the Six Nations champions, following a successful Rugby Championship campaign, establishes South...
Inter Miami advanced to the MLS Cup semi-finals for the first time after defeating Nashville SC 4-0, with Lionel Messi delivering a dominant performance that included two goals and two assists. The 38-year-old Argentine forward netted both his goals during the opening half before setting up Tadeo Allende twice after the interval, securing a 2-1 series victory for Javier Mascherano's squad. Messi contributed to all eight Miami goals throughout the three-match playoff series, finishing with five goals and three assists.
Mascherano praised his star player's complete performance, particularly highlighting his defensive work rate and pressing intensity. Miami will face FC Cincinnati in a single elimination semi-final match scheduled for the...
Ghana will raise compensation for government employees by 9 percent under its unified wage framework for 2026, while the nationwide baseline daily pay climbs from 19.97 to 21.77 cedis starting January 1. Officials from the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission and the Ministry of Finance reached consensus with labor representatives on Saturday, November 9, 2025, aiming to balance equity with economic stabilization as inflation retreats to 8 percent from higher levels.
Finance Minister Ato Forson credited workforce cooperation for supporting fiscal improvements following periods of elevated borrowing costs and price pressures. Employment and Labour Relations Minister Rashid Pelpuo highlighted constructive negotiations that preserved...
Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries held its Night of Turnaround gathering in Harare on Friday, with thousands attending despite founder Walter Magaya remaining in custody on rape and fraud accusations. The church leader's wife, Tendai, presented their 16-year-old son Walter Junior to worshipers who traveled from the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, and Botswana for the occasion.
The teenager arrived in a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS600 gifted to his father by businessman Wicknell Chivayo and assumed ceremonial duties typically performed by the detained prophet, including broadcasting recorded messages to the congregation. Overseer Zunza and another senior member, identified as...
A repeat offender faces additional fraud allegations after authorities say he orchestrated the illegal sale of property belonging to a woman who died three decades ago. Andrew Tichaona Bidi allegedly conspired with three fugitive accomplices to falsely claim kinship with the late Munyira before Zimbabwe's Master of High Court in September 2023, securing authorization to register her estate and subsequently dispose of a Chitungwiza residence at 2364 St. Mary's.
Janet Mawunde purchased the dwelling for 10,000 dollars that November, but encountered obstacles during ownership transfer procedures when Bidi became unreachable. Relatives of Munyira, who passed away on December 18, 1994, informed Mawunde that the property was never listed for...
Zimbabwe's ruling party postponed a major gathering with former opposition members originally scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, at Harare International Conference Centre. Blessing Chebundo, who directs the Zanu PF returnees program, attributed the delay to a scheduling conflict involving President Emmerson Mnangagwa and indicated organizers await confirmation of his availability for a future date.
The session was designed to accommodate 5,000 focal representatives from specialized sectors rather than the entire membership base, exceeding 250,000 individuals, alongside 300 invited attendees. Chebundo confirmed that preparations remain complete pending the establishment of the rescheduled timeframe.
