Category: Sport

SELANGOR FC took a significant step toward the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 3-1 victory over Malaysian University (MUFT) at the Petaling Jaya City Council Stadium. Muhammad Faisal Abdul Halim opened the scoring just four minutes into the match with a well-timed finish from Muhmmad Aliff Izwan Yuslan’s pass. Alvin Fortes extended Selangor’s lead in… Continue reading Selangor FC edge closer to FA Cup quarter-finals with 3-1 win

THE Selangor state government has approved an additional RM2,000 incentive for athletes if the state secures the overall championship at the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari stated that the extra amount builds on last year’s incentives for gold medal winners. Individual gold medalists will now receive RM12,000, while team… Continue reading Selangor athletes to get RM2,000 extra if state wins SUKMA 2026

MALAYSIAN badminton legend Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei has been named as one of the new Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) council members. This marks his return to the sport as BAM aims to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a global badminton powerhouse. BAM president Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz confirmed the appointment during a… Continue reading Lee Chong Wei joins BAM council to boost Malaysian badminton

TERENGGANU FC head coach Badrul Afzan Razali is not underestimating newcomers Imigresen FC ahead of their FA Cup round of 16 first-leg clash. The match will take place at Batu Kawan Stadium in Penang tomorrow evening. Badrul Afzan highlighted the home-ground advantage Imigresen FC will leverage to score early goals. He urged his players to… Continue reading Terengganu FC wary of Imigresen FC challenge in FA Cup clash

KUALA LUMPUR: The 100th anniversary celebration of the Penang Badminton Association was made more meaningful when CitaGlobal Berhad contributed RM20,000 to inspire the nurturing of more stars on par with legend Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei. Honorary Life President of the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) and Executive Chairman and President of CitaGlobal Berhad, Tan… Continue reading RM20,000 boost for Penang Badminton Association in conjunction with 100th anniversary

KUALA LUMPUR: It was thought the sun would shine till evening, yet rain poured at midday. Such is the harsh journey endured by most of the nation’s young athletes, who begin with burning passion and big dreams, only to stumble under pressure, fatigue, and loss of direction in the demanding world of sports. A study… Continue reading Burnout: The silent enemy stealing talents

REIGNING champions Liverpool start their Premier League campaign with a transformed squad following a £2 billion summer spending spree. New signings Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike could feature against Bournemouth as the Reds aim to retain their title. The emotional impact of Diogo Jota’s tragic death in July remains an unknown factor for Jurgen Klopp’s… Continue reading Liverpool’s new signings face Premier League test after £2bn spending spree

PEP GUARDIOLA has expressed his desire to keep Manchester City winger Savinho at the club for “many years.” The City manager acknowledged Tottenham’s interest in the Brazilian following Son Heung-min’s exit and James Maddison’s injury. Guardiola confirmed neither Savinho nor goalkeeper Ederson has requested a transfer. “If they want to leave, they will come to… Continue reading Guardiola aims to keep Savinho amid Tottenham interest

LIVERPOOL paid an emotional tribute to Diogo Jota as the Premier League season kicked off at Anfield on Friday. The Portuguese forward, who died last month aged 28, was remembered alongside his brother Andre Silva in a tragic accident in northern Spain. Just 11 days before the crash, Jota had married Rute Cardoso, the mother… Continue reading Liverpool pays tribute to Diogo Jota in emotional Premier League opener

BOURNEMOUTH captain Adam Smith expressed shock after teammate Antoine Semenyo reported racial abuse during their 4-2 defeat at Liverpool. The match was paused briefly when Semenyo alerted referee Anthony Taylor to the incident involving a fan. A Liverpool supporter seen gesturing at Semenyo was removed by police at half-time. Despite the abuse, Semenyo scored twice… Continue reading Bournemouth captain shocked by racist abuse at Liverpool match

DEFENDING champion Jannik Sinner cruised past Felix Auger-Aliassime with a commanding 6-0 6-2 victory in the Cincinnati Open quarter-finals. The world number one extended his hardcourt winning streak to 25 matches, capitalising on Auger-Aliassime’s 29 unforced errors. “Today I felt great on court,“ Sinner said. “Every day is going to be different, but we will… Continue reading Sinner dominates Cincinnati Open, extends hardcourt streak to 25 wins

BAYERN MUNICH have confirmed winger Kingsley Coman is nearing a transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr. The club stated negotiations are in the final stages ahead of Saturday’s German SuperCup against VfB Stuttgart. However, Bayern clarified there has been no progress in their pursuit of Stuttgart forward Nick Woltemade. Coman, 29, joined Bayern a… Continue reading Kingsley Coman nears Al-Nassr move as Bayern confirm Woltemade stalemate

LIONEL MESSI is expected to return from injury when Inter Miami host LA Galaxy in an MLS fixture. The Argentine superstar missed Miami’s last two matches due to a mild thigh issue but resumed training earlier this week. Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Messi’s availability, stating, “nothing strange happens” before the game. Miami suffered… Continue reading Lionel Messi returns as Inter Miami face Galaxy in crucial MLS clash

FORMER Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure has joined Neom on a free transfer, the Saudi top-flight club said on Friday. The 32-year-old Doucoure has moved to Neom, who will play in the Saudi Pro League for the first time this season, after his contract with Everton expired in June after a five-year spell. “Football was not… Continue reading Former Everton midfielder Doucoure joins Neom

PREMIER LEAGUE champions Liverpool have strengthened their defence with the signing of 18-year-old Italian centre back Giovanni Leoni from Parma on a long-term contract, the Merseyside club announced on Friday. Financial details were not disclosed but British media reported that the deal to sign the Italy Under-19 international was worth 26 million pounds ($35.24 million)… Continue reading Liverpool sign Italian defender Leoni from Parma

FRANCE forward Kingsley Coman has joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr from Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich on a three-year deal, the two clubs said on Friday. “Al-Nassr … officially signed a contract with the French star Kingsley Coman”, Al-Nassr said in a statement on X. “Coman’s contract will be valid until 2028.” The 29-year-old forward… Continue reading France forward Coman joins Al-Nassr from Bayern

DEFENDING champion Aryna Sabalenka was dismantled 6-1 6-4 on Friday by Elena Rybakina who powered into her first Cincinnati Open semi-final with a display of clinical serving. The Kazakh ninth seed delivered a brilliant performance to secure her seventh career win over a top-ranked player and set up a blockbuster clash with Poland’s Iga Swiatek… Continue reading Sabalenka stunned by Rybakina in Cincinnati, Alcaraz into semis

LIVERPOOL fought back late to defeat Bournemouth 4-2 in a thrilling Premier League opener at Anfield. Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah scored in the dying minutes to seal the victory for the Reds. Antoine Semenyo had earlier netted twice for Bournemouth, cancelling out goals from Hugo Ekitike and Cody Gakpo. The match was overshadowed by… Continue reading Liverpool edge Bournemouth 4-2 in emotional Premier League opener

LEEDS UNITED have completed the signing of former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer. The 28-year-old joins the newly-promoted side just days before their Premier League opener against his former club. Calvert-Lewin scored 71 goals in 273 appearances during his nine-year spell at Everton. Injuries disrupted his progress in recent seasons, limiting his… Continue reading Leeds sign ex-Everton striker Calvert-Lewin ahead of Premier League return

Ruben Amorim has expressed confidence in Benjamin Sesko’s ability to make an immediate impact for Manchester United. The Slovenian striker joined United from RB Leipzig in a £73.7 million deal last week. Amorim believes Sesko’s versatility and work ethic make him a long-term asset for the club. “He can play different types of football,“ Amorim… Continue reading Amorim backs Sesko to shine for Man Utd against Arsenal

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR manager Thomas Frank has called on fans to rally behind Mathys Tel following the racist abuse the forward suffered this week. Tel was targeted online after missing a penalty in Tottenham’s UEFA Super Cup shoot-out defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. The club condemned the abuse, describing it as “disgusting,“ while teammates Dominic… Continue reading Frank calls for Spurs fans to support Tel after racist abuse

CHELSEA manager Enzo Maresca is pushing for a new centre-back signing following Levi Colwill’s injury. The England defender suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in training and will miss most of the season. Tosin Adarabioyo and Trevoh Chalobah are expected to start in central defence against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Maresca has doubts about replacing… Continue reading Chelsea boss Maresca seeks new defender after Colwill injury

EDDIE HOWE has confirmed Newcastle striker Alexander Isak holds control over his future as Liverpool maintain their interest in the Swedish forward. Isak will miss Newcastle’s Premier League opener against Aston Villa after reportedly expressing his desire to leave the club. Liverpool saw a £110 million bid rejected earlier this month, but the 25-year-old remains… Continue reading Liverpool target Isak controls Newcastle future, says Howe

LIVERPOOL start their Premier League campaign with new signings as Arsenal and Man United face early tests. Key battles and title race insights revealed.Reigning champions Liverpool begin their Premier League title defence with a transformed squad following a £2 billion summer spending spree. New signings Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are set to feature against… Continue reading Liverpool begin Premier League title defence after £2bn summer spending spree

AALIYAH YOONG HANIFAH, her siblings Aiden and Adam, will lead a local field of 18 athletes against a strong foreign challenge in the 2025 Malaysia Ski & Wake Championships which begins tomorrow, Aug 16-17,at the Water Sports Complex in Precinct 6, Putrajaya. The 22-year-old Aaliyah, who claimed her first SEA Games gold medal at the… Continue reading Water skiing queen Aaliyah sets up for a big day

JOHOR DARUL TA’ZIM (JDT) will face a stern test in the 2025/26 Asian Football Confederation Champions League Elite (ACL Elite). The Malaysian champions were drawn against Chinese Super League winners Shanghai Port FC and Shanghai Shenhua FC. Japan’s J.League titleholders Vissel Kobe and Machida Zelvia will also visit the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri.… Continue reading JDT faces tough ACL Elite draw with top Asian clubs in 2025

AFTER FIM JuniorGP World Championship at the Magny-Cours Circuit in France where the race took place in wet conditions and Danish crashed out while running in 6th position, he now returns with renewed motivation and valuable experience gained from last week. Round 5 of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup takes place this weekend at… Continue reading 11-corner challenge awaits Hakim Danish in bid to maintain top spot

LAST season’s Super League runner-up Selangor FC will compete in an all-Southeast Asian group in the 2025/26 Asian Football Confederation Champions League Two (ACL Two). The Red Giants were drawn into Group G alongside Thailand’s Bangkok United, Singapore’s Lion City Sailors FC, and Indonesia’s Persib Bandung. All four teams in the group hail from the… Continue reading Selangor FC drawn in all-Asean ACL Two group for 2025/26 season

FORMER national hockey player Arrifin Mohd Ghani has been named the new Sports Commissioner effective today. His two-year contract was announced by the Sports Commissioner’s Office through its official Facebook page. Arrifin replaces Datuk Suhardi Alias, who previously held the position. A national hockey player from 1989 to 1993, Arrifin brings extensive experience from his… Continue reading Arrifin Mohd Ghani appointed as new Sports Commissioner in Malaysia

THE world’s first humanoid robot games kicked off at the National Speed Skating Oval, drawing 500 androids from 16 countries. Events range from 100-metre hurdles to kung fu, blending traditional sports with practical challenges like medical sorting. Hundreds of robotics teams aim for gold at the venue originally built for the 2022 Winter Olympics. “I… Continue reading World’s first humanoid robot games launch in Beijing with 500 competitors

PREMIER LEAGUE referees are likely to award more penalties this season in a tougher response to players who grapple and hold opponents in the penalty area. Howard Webb, chief operating officer of referees’ body the PGMOL, told reporters on Thursday that feedback from a recent Premier League survey had highlighted “a few too many” clear… Continue reading Premier League referees to enforce stricter penalty rules for holding

PRETENDERS to the crown Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen and cup holders Stuttgart are priming themselves for a run at Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga title after a frustrating summer transfer window for the Bavarian giants. Bayern travel to Stuttgart on Saturday for the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup — the season opener which pits the defending league champions against… Continue reading Bundesliga title race heats up as Bayern Munich face challengers

ARSENAL face an immediate test of their title credentials against a revamped Manchester United, while a new-look Liverpool launch the new Premier League season at home to Bournemouth on Friday. Newcastle are set to be without wantaway star striker Alexander Isak for a tough trip to Aston Villa. AFP Sports looks at the key talking… Continue reading Arsenal vs Man Utd clash headlines Premier League opening weekend

GERMANY and Bayern Munich great Thomas Mueller said Thursday he remains focused on winning titles as he prepares for Major League Soccer life with the Vancouver Whitecaps. The Whitecaps officially unveiled their new signing one week after he inked a deal through the end of the 2025 MLS season, with an option for 2026. Mueller,… Continue reading Thomas Mueller joins Vancouver Whitecaps with title-winning ambition