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Sevilla have officially ended their contract with Kelechi Iheanacho. The Nigerian forward struggled for form in Spain and England but could soon reunite with Brendan Rodgers at Celtic. His next move will shape his career and Nigeria’s hopes in upcoming competitions.

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala is close to signing for Al-Hilal after her short stint with Bay FC in the U.S. The Nigerian star, a six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year, will join other Falcons already playing in Saudi Arabia’s fast-rising women’s league.

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has joined Fulham on a season-long loan from AC Milan, with an option for a permanent transfer. The 26-year-old will wear the No19 shirt and reunites with compatriots Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey in London.

Novak Djokovic overcame Taylor Fritz in a tense four-set battle to reach the 2025 US Open semifinals. He now faces Carlos Alcaraz in a blockbuster clash. Djokovic also paid tribute to his daughter with a post-match dance, adding a personal touch to his victory.

Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the US Open semifinal after a dominant straight-sets win over Jiri Lehecka. The 22-year-old Spaniard has not dropped a set in New York this year and will now face Novak Djokovic in a blockbuster semifinal clash.

Iga Świątek defeated Ekaterina Alexandrova 6–3, 6–1 to reach the US Open quarterfinals. Her dominant performance sets up a dramatic rematch with Amanda Anisimova, who handed her a shocking double-bagel loss at Wimbledon earlier this summer.

Karolína Muchová outlasted Marta Kostyuk 6–3, 6–7(0), 6–3 in a tense US Open match lasting nearly three hours. The Czech star saved nine break points and showed emotional strength after a personal distraction earlier in the tournament. She now faces Naomi Osaka.

Naomi Osaka delivered a dominant 6–3, 6–2 win over defending champion Coco Gauff at the US Open, marking her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since 2021. The match showcased Osaka’s renewed form and sets up a high-stakes clash with Karolina Muchova.

Liverpool have signed Sweden striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle in a British-record £125m deal. The 25-year-old joins on a six-year contract as the Reds take their transfer spending to £416m. Isak’s arrival boosts Slot’s push for back-to-back Premier League titles.

Brighton & Hove Albion stunned Manchester City with a dramatic 2–1 win at the Amex. A late goal from Brajan Gruda capped a spirited comeback, while City’s second straight defeat raises concerns about their title defence heading into the international break.

Liverpool defeated Arsenal 1–0 at Anfield thanks to a spectacular late free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai. The win keeps Liverpool unbeaten and top of the Premier League table. Arsenal struggled to convert possession into chances and face injury concerns ahead of key fixtures.

Nigeria’s Nathaniel Ezekiel won bronze in the men’s 400m hurdles at the 2025 Zurich Diamond League final. Karsten Warholm set a new meet record, Salwa Eid Naser claimed her third 400m crown for Bahrain, while Noah Lyles, Christian Coleman, and Julien Alfred also starred in thrilling sprints.