Daily Focus Bothma Africa - Page 2

The United Rugby Championship kicks off with three headline clashes on September 26, 2025. The Stormers roll out a side led by captain Nel, the Sharks hand the fly‑half duties to Jaden, and the Bulls name Willie as a bench option. Full team sheets, tactical tweaks and early predictions are examined.

Microsoft unveiled that the next open‑world racer will take players across Japan, with a 2026 release slated for Xbox Series X|S and PC. A post‑launch PlayStation 5 version will mark the series' first appearance on Sony hardware. Cultural consultant Kyoko Yamashita promises an authentic Japanese feel. Fans can already add the title to their wishlists.

Osasuna host Elche at Estadio El Sadar on Sept 25, 2025. The hosts sit unbeaten in five league games and have a six‑match home winning run, while the newcomers are riding strong away form. Historical head‑to‑head, betting markets and key player profiles are broken down, plus value bets for punters.

Palmeiras and FC Porto left fans buzzing after a 0‑0 draw at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage in New York. Both keepers pulled off stunning saves, with Porto's Cladio Ramos delivering a triple‑save sequence. The match packed chances from Fabio Vieira, Rodrigo Mora and Picarez, yet the deadlock held. Each side walked away with a crucial point as the tournament heats up.

Fluminense's run in the Copa Sudamericana ended at the Maracanã when Argentine side CA Lanús edged them 2-1 on aggregate. A 1-1 draw on September 23, 2025, saw Agustín Canobbio spark hope before Dylan Aquino's late equaliser sealed the Brazilian club's fate. The match was marred by fan‑police clashes that halted play briefly.

The third‑round Carabao Cup tie between Barnsley and Brighton was shown live on Sky Sports+ at 7:45 pm, with Paramount+ streaming for overseas fans. Brighton ran out 6‑0 winners, highlighting the gap between Premier League and lower‑league sides. CBS Sports Golazo offered extended highlights. The match fed into the competition’s route to a UEFA Conference League spot.

Wicketkeeper‑batter Quinton de Kock has scrapped his ODI retirement to rejoin the Proteas for the upcoming Pakistan tour. The 32‑year‑old brings 6,770 runs and 21 centuries to a side coping with captain Bavuma's injury. Coach Shukri Conrad welcomes the boost, while the itinerary features Tests, T20Is and ODIs across October‑November.

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu was sentenced to 12 years in prison or a KSh 53.5 million fine over a KSh 588 million road tender scandal. The Anti-Corruption Court found him guilty of conflict of interest and dealing with suspect property. Several co-accused, including his wife and former county officials, were also convicted. A 10-year ban from holding public office applies to all.

A fan says she won a wig from Cyan Boujee and got a low-quality item instead. After her TikTok went viral, Cyan said it was a mix-up among about 15 wigs and not intentional. The winner claims she was called ungrateful and waited up to two months for a promised replacement. The story has sparked a wider debate about influencer giveaways and quality control.

Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who defined quiet luxury and soft tailoring, has died at 91. The Armani Group said he passed away peacefully at home, having worked until his final days. Absent from recent shows due to illness, his death lands weeks before the brand’s 50th anniversary plans in Milan. A public farewell will be held Sept. 6–7 at Armani Teatro, followed by a private funeral.

Morocco and Madagascar meet at Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium on Saturday for the CHAN 2024 final. Morocco chase a record third title after edging Senegal on penalties, while debutants Madagascar stunned Sudan in extra time. The game caps a tri-nation tournament hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda and will be broadcast across Africa.

Palmeiras hammered Universitario 4-0 in Lima in the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 first leg, helped by a 7th-minute red card to William Riveros. Gómez scored a penalty, López netted twice, and Vitor Roque added a third. Universitario will miss Riveros (suspended) and Rodrigo Ureña (injured) for the return leg in São Paulo, where Palmeiras are heavy favorites to reach the quarter-finals.