Sports: Latest Scores, Fixtures and Hot Takes

Want quick, clear sports news that actually helps you follow the action? You’re in the right spot. Here on Africa Daily Insight’s Sports page we cover what matters now: match results, upcoming fixtures, transfer sagas, injuries, and the stories behind the headlines. Whether you care about CHAN matches in Nairobi, NBA Finals drama, or a surprise FA Cup upset, we keep it simple and fast.

What you’ll find on this page

Every post aims to answer the basics first — who, when, where — then give useful context. Expect:

- Match previews and live updates (dates, kick-off times, where to watch).
- Score recaps and highlight moments so you don’t miss the key plays.
- Transfer updates and club reactions when a big deal heats up.
- Injury news and how it changes team chances.
- Local African competitions and continental fixtures, plus top global events.

Trouble keeping track of fixtures across time zones? We list local kick-off times and common broadcast platforms where available. For example, our CHAN 2024 Group A guide shows all Nairobi fixtures and dates so fans can plan which games to catch.

How to use this page

Scan headlines for quick updates, or click a story for a short read with the key facts up front. Want deeper analysis? We flag pieces that include tactical breakdowns or predictions. Looking for betting angles or odds? You’ll find articles that mention betting context around major matches — but we focus on facts and form first, not hype.

Here are three quick tips to stay on top of sports news:

1) Bookmark this page and check morning and evening for score updates after matches wrap.
2) Use the site search to find team-specific coverage (type a club or player name).
3) Subscribe to notifications if you want instant alerts for big results and breaking transfers.

We cover a wide range of sports — football, cricket, basketball, and more — with a focus on how events affect African teams and fans. Recent stories include dramatic EURO qualifiers and NBA Finals highlights, plus local wins like Malawi’s AFCON qualifying success. Each article links to related coverage so you can follow a match, then read the build-up and fallout without hunting for it.

If you have a tip, score correction, or a local match we should watch, send it our way. We want this page to reflect what readers care about across the continent — and to make following sports simple, useful, and a bit more fun.

16 Nov
Shrewsbury Town 2-0 Cambridge United: First Home Win in 8 Months Saves Relegation Hope
Collen Khosa 4 Comments

Shrewsbury Town beat Cambridge United 2-0 at Croud Meadow on October 11, 2025, ending an eight-month home win drought and escaping League Two relegation. Goals from George Lloyd and Will Boyle lifted Michael Appleton's side, while Cambridge's struggles continue.

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15 Nov
Uzbekistan Stuns Egypt 2-0 in Al Ain Cup Semifinal as Oston Urunov Shines Against Mohamed Salah
Collen Khosa 4 Comments

Uzbekistan stunned Egypt 2-0 in the Al Ain International Cup 2025 semifinal, with Oston Urunov scoring both goals, advancing to face Iran in the final. Egypt's defense crumbled despite Mohamed Salah's presence, raising concerns ahead of AFCON 2025.

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9 Nov
Ajax Sacks John Heitinga After Champions League Rout, Sparks Leadership Crisis
Collen Khosa 10 Comments

Ajax Amsterdam fired coach John Heitinga after four straight Champions League losses, sparking a leadership crisis with technical director Alex Kroes' conditional resignation and interim manager Fred Grim stepping in. The club faces financial losses and a critical search for a new head coach.

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26 Oct
PSG tops Ligue 1 as Monaco snaps winless run and Lens upends Marseille
Collen Khosa 4 Comments

PSG tops Ligue 1 after a 3‑0 win, while Monaco ends its slump and Lens upsets Marseille, reshaping the race for the title and European spots.

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25 Oct
Lakers Blast Timberwolves 128-110 Behind Luka Dončić’s 49-Point Masterclass
Collen Khosa 4 Comments

Lakers roar past Timberwolves 128‑110 as Luka Dončić scores 49, sparking a crucial third‑quarter surge and shifting early Pacific Division momentum.

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19 Oct
Messi's hat‑trick lifts Inter Miami over Nashville 5‑2 in season finale
Collen Khosa 5 Comments

Lionel Messi's hat‑trick leads Inter Miami to a 5‑2 win over Nashville, clinching third place in the Eastern Conference and setting up a playoff rematch.

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19 Oct
Kolo Muani in contention for Tottenham debut vs Aston Villa
Collen Khosa 12 Comments

Thomas Frank says striker Randal Kolo Muani is close to his Premier League debut for Tottenham against Aston Villa, a move that could revive the club's faltering attack.

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11 Oct
Paraguay Stuns Japan 2-1 in Kirin Challenge Cup Friendly
Collen Khosa 5 Comments

Paraguay edged Japan 2‑1 in the Kirin Challenge Cup at Panasonic Stadium Suita, a surprise loss that reshapes both teams' World Cup qualifying plans.

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10 Oct
Scotland Stuns Greece 3-1 in World Cup Qualifier, Ferguson’s First Goal
Collen Khosa 7 Comments

Scotland rallied to beat Greece 3-1 at Hampden Park, with Lewis Ferguson's first international goal sparking a comeback and keeping their World Cup 2026 hopes alive.

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7 Oct
Rinderknech Pulls Upset Over Zverev at Shanghai Masters
Collen Khosa 10 Comments

Arthur Rinderknech's upset of world No. 3 Alexander Zverev at the Shanghai Masters propels the Frenchman into the last 16 and shakes up the ATP rankings.

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6 Oct
U.S. U‑20 Men’s Team Heads to Chile for FIFA World Cup
Collen Khosa 19 Comments

The U.S. U‑20 Men's National Team, led by coach Marko Mitrović, heads to Chile for the FIFA U‑20 World Cup, aiming to prove MLS talent can shine on the global stage.

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6 Oct
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick backs outspokenness as Yamal injury fuels Spain feud
Collen Khosa 11 Comments

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick defends his criticism of Spain's federation as 18‑year‑old winger Lamine Yamal faces a three‑week injury layoff, jeopardising El Clásico and Euro qualifiers.

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