African News Rehearsal
- August
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2025 - 5
Victor Osimhen joins Chelsea in £64m deal after Galatasaray scoring spree
Chelsea have signed Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli for £64m (€75m) on a deal worth about £200,000 per week. The move, completed in early July 2025, ends a year-long saga after a failed attempt in 2024. Osimhen arrives after a 37-goal loan season at Galatasaray and turns down Al-Hilal to stay in Europe. The signing boosts Enzo Maresca’s rebuild ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Read More- August
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2025 - 5
Heineken Champions Cup first for Stormers: playoff night at DHL Stadium
On April 1, 2023, the Stormers hosted their first-ever Heineken Champions Cup play-off at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, a landmark for South African club rugby. The home tie capped a strong debut season in Europe after joining the EPCR pathway via the URC. The night carried weight beyond one match—signaling South Africa’s full arrival in elite European competition.
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17
2025 - 5
UFC 319: Chimaev Dismantles Du Plessis for Middleweight Title, Murphy Stuns with KO
UFC 319 electrified Chicago with Khamzat Chimaev’s dominant win over Dricus du Plessis, seizing the middleweight belt at United Center. Lerone Murphy cinched a jaw-dropping KO over Aaron Pico in the co-main event. The action-packed night was broadcast exclusively on ESPN+, with multiple stand-out performances across the main and preliminary cards.
Read More- August
10
2025 - 5
2025 WAEC Results Reveal Alarming Drop in Nigerian Student Performance
The 2025 WAEC results show that only 38% of Nigerian candidates achieved the benchmark five credits including English and Mathematics, compared to 72.12% last year. Over 192,000 results were withheld due to malpractice. The sharp decline has triggered renewed calls for urgent education reform as universities face a shrinking pool of qualified applicants.
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2025 - 5
Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I: Where to Watch Live, Match Preview, and What’s at Stake
Pakistan and West Indies will meet for the 2nd T20I on August 3, 2025, in Florida, with Pakistan looking to wrap up the series after their opening win. West Indies struggle to break a losing streak without key player Rovman Powell. Fans have multiple options for live updates and highlights online.
Read More- July
27
2025 - 5
Grêmio Stuns Palmeiras with Dramatic Comeback in Copa Libertadores Semi-Final Clash
Grêmio staged a dramatic comeback to beat Palmeiras 2-1 in a tense Copa Libertadores semi-final. Falling behind early, Grêmio rallied in the second half with late goals that stunned the São Paulo side and energized their supporters. The result shakes up the race to reach South America’s greatest club final.
Read More- July
6
2025 - 5
Al-Arabi SC Sets Sights on Spain for Intense Pre-Season Build-Up Ahead of 2025-26 Campaign
Al-Arabi SC plans a rigorous pre-season camp in Valencia, Spain from July 15 to August 3 under coach Pablo Amo, aiming to step up their tactical and physical game for the 2025-26 Qatar Stars League season.
Read More- June
29
2025 - 5
Manchester City Thrashes Juventus 5-2 as Rodri and Doku Shine in Club World Cup
Manchester City breezed past Juventus 5-2 in the Club World Cup, with Rodri controlling midfield and Jeremy Doku dazzling in attack. Juventus’ defensive plan unraveled, while their benched stars struggled to change the game. City’s commanding win highlighted their tournament dominance.
Read More- June
8
2025 - 5
UFC Fight Night Paris Returns: Accor Arena to Host Explosive MMA Showcase in September 2025
UFC heads back to Paris for its fourth Fight Night at Accor Arena on September 6, 2025, spotlighting top French fighters like Nassourdine Imavov and Benoit Saint Denis. Tickets roll out between July 2-4. No fights are confirmed yet, but anticipation runs high for another action-packed night.
Read More- June
1
2025 - 5
Pacers vs. Knicks Odds: Knicks Underdogs Aim to Defy the Spread in Game 4 Showdown
The Pacers took a commanding 3-1 lead over the Knicks in the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals after Tyrese Haliburton's triple-double. Despite New York's big Game 3 comeback, Indiana entered Game 4 as favorites. Analysts are torn, but see value in picking the resilient Knicks to cover the spread.
Read More- May
25
2025 - 5
Paramount-Skydance Merger Rocks Hollywood: $28 Billion Deal Ushering in New Era
Paramount and Skydance are joining forces in a massive $28 billion deal, marking the end of the Redstone family's Hollywood control. With David Ellison stepping up as CEO, the move combines blockbuster expertise with deep pockets, aiming to challenge streaming giants and reshape the entertainment industry. The merger is expected to close by September 2025.
Read More- May
18
2025 - 5
Celtic vs St Mirren: Celtic Eye Another Home Win in Scottish Premiership Clash
Celtic gears up to face St Mirren at Celtic Park on 17 May 2025, riding a dominant home record and recent head-to-head success. The Hoops have won 16 of 18 home league games and average 3 goals per match. St Mirren have a tough time on the road, with predictions favoring Celtic in this fixture.
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