Archive: 2025/10
Newcastle United to Host Benfica in Champions League Clash on Oct 21
Newcastle United hosts Benfica at St James' Park on Oct 21, 2025, in a pivotal Champions League group match featuring stars like Darwin Núñez and a chance to shape the group standings.
Messi’s Hat‑Trick Seals 2025 MLS Golden Boot as Inter Miami Clinches Playoff Spot
Lionel Messi's hat‑trick clinches the 2025 MLS Golden Boot as Inter Miami secures a playoff seed, reshaping the league's scoring history and future.
Fact‑Check: Viral Claim of Fake Alcohol in South Africa Proven False
Africa Check debunks a viral claim of illegal fake alcohol in South Africa, revealing misattributed photos and real busts in Cameroon and South Africa.
Pakistan eye 500 runs as spin‑friendly opening day ends 313/5 vs South Africa
Pakistan posted 313/5 on a spin‑friendly Lahore pitch, with Rizwan and Agha steering the innings. South Africa's spinners took four wickets as the series shapes up.
Brazil Destroys South Korea 5-0 in Seoul Friendly, World Cup Stakes Rise
Brazil's 5‑0 demolition of South Korea at Seoul World Cup Stadium rattles both sides' World Cup plans, highlighting tactical gaps and boosting Brazil's confidence under Carlo Ancelotti.
Scotland vs Greece: World Cup Qualifier Preview, Odds & Line‑ups for Oct 9, 2025
Scotland host Greece at Hampden Park in a crucial World Cup qualifier on Oct 9, 2025. Odds, form guides and key players are examined.
Gold Hits $4,000/oz as Dollar Falters and Central Banks Buy In
Gold tops $4,000/oz on Oct 7, 2025 as dollar weakness and central‑bank buying fuel a historic rally, with experts forecasting further gains.
Holger Rune urges ATP to add heat rule after Shanghai Masters chaos
Holger Rune and other top players demand an ATP heat rule after extreme conditions forced multiple retirements at the Shanghai Masters, sparking a potential policy shift.
Naira Slides 19 Kobo to N1,533.74 per Dollar in Official Market
The Naira slipped 19 kobo to N1,533.74 per dollar on Friday, widening the gap with the parallel market and underscoring oil‑price and policy pressures in Nigeria.
Chippa United’s Transfer Saga Delays Justice Figuareido’s PSL Debut
Chippa United coach Sinethemba Badela waits for Justice Figuareido's paperwork and work permit, delaying the striker's debut after a two‑year deal from Richards Bay FC.
Verstappen snatches pole at Monza, edging Norris and Piastri
Max Verstappen clinched pole at Monza with a record 1:18.792 lap, edging McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The result reshapes the title fight as the Italian GP looms.
Injury blow: Fabián Ruiz out as PSG face Lille with six absentees
Midfielder Fabián Ruiz misses PSG's Ligue 1 clash with Lille after an adductor injury, leaving the French champions shorthanded with six key players out.