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Joshua Drops Six Places; Ajagba Ranks 10th in WBA Heavyweight Rankings

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2 weeks ago

October 1, 2024

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has fallen six spots in the latest WBO rankings following a shocking fifth-round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium, where he was the favorite and ranked No. 1. Joshua now sits in seventh place after being knocked down four times during the match.

Despite this setback, the 34-year-old boxer remains optimistic about his future. In a video message to fans, he emphasized the importance of moving forward and working hard. “Keep your seatbelts on because deep down in my heart, I know we’ve got a lot more to bring,” he stated.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba has secured the 10th position in the rankings. Promoter Eddie Hearn has hinted at a potential rematch between Joshua and Dubois, as Joshua is still contracted for one more fight with Saudi Arabian promoter Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season.

The current WBO rankings show Oleksandr Usyk as the undisputed champion, with Joseph Parker holding the interim title. Tyson Fury leads the list of contenders, followed by Zhilei Zhang in second, Martin Bakole in third, Agit Kabayel in fourth, and Justis Huni in fifth.

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CAF Confirms Morocco as Host for 2024 Women’s Champions League

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7 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Morocco as the host for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The tournament will take place from November 9 to November 23, as announced on CAF’s official website.

Morocco previously hosted the last edition of this prestigious competition. Among the eight teams competing this year is Nigeria’s champions, Edo Queens. The current title holders are Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa.

The tournament offers significant financial incentives, with winners receiving $400,000 and runners-up taking home $250,000.

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Messi Matches Ronaldo’s Record with Hat-Trick Against Bolivia

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7 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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Argentina captain Lionel Messi has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 10 international hat-tricks after scoring three times in a dominant 6-0 victory against Bolivia in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.

In addition to his goals, the 37-year-old forward also provided two assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. With this win, Argentina solidifies its position in the South American qualifiers, currently leading the table three points ahead of second-placed Colombia and six points clear of their arch-rivals Brazil.

On the same evening, Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Scotland in the UEFA Nations League but was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw, leaving the superstar visibly upset post-match.

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Mourinho Targets Barcelona’s Ansu Fati for January Transfer to Fenerbahce

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7 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, is reportedly planning a January transfer move for Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. After spending last season on loan at Brighton in the Premier League, Fati, now 21, returned to Barcelona but has struggled for game time under new coach Hansi Flick.

Once considered a potential successor to Lionel Messi, Fati’s limited opportunities at Barça have fueled speculation about a possible departure. According to *AS*, Mourinho is keen to bring the Spain international to the Turkish league, offering him the chance for regular football at Fenerbahce.

Fenerbahce’s sporting director, Mario Branco, is expected to initiate discussions with Fati’s representatives soon, confident that the promise of consistent playing time will help secure the forward’s move.