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Record 62 Clubs to Kick Off TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2025/26
The 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League starts Friday with a record 62 clubs. CAF will give $100,000 to teams knocked out in the first two prelim rounds to offset travel costs. Preliminary matches run 19‑21 September, with second‑leg ties 26‑28 September. A second preliminary round follows in October. The moves signal CAF’s push to broaden African club football.
Watch Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz Live: Streaming, TV Guide & Start Time
Borussia Dortmund beat Mainz 2-0 in the Bundesliga on September 27, 2025. The game kicked off at 09:30 AM local time and was streamed on ESPN+ in the US and beIN Sports internationally. Daniel Svensson and Karim Adeyemi scored before halftime. Dortmund moved to 13 points from five matches, while Mainz sit on four. The win shifts the recent head‑to‑head balance in Dortmund's favour.
Girona vs Espanyol: La Liga 2025/26 Goalless Draw Leaves Girona Winless
On September 26, 2025, Girona FC hosted RCD Espanyol at Estadi Montilivi. The encounter ended 0-0, extending Girona's winless run after six games. Espanyol, sitting fourth, missed a chance to climb higher. Both sides made numerous tactical tweaks, yet neither could break the deadlock. The draw underscores Girona's defensive frailties and Espanyol's lingering vulnerability.
Kevin's Shoulder Setback: Fulham's Record Signing Faces Doubtful Ahead of Villa Clash
Fulham's record signing Kevin suffered a shoulder injury during his first start in a 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Cambridge United. The Brazilian winger went down after a challenge from Liam Bennett but stayed on until the 87th minute. Manager Marco Silva said the injury is painful and will be assessed in the coming hours. His availability for the upcoming Premier League game against Aston Villa is now uncertain. The club's medical staff will scan the shoulder to decide his recovery timeline.
Sevilla vs Elche Preview: Can the Hosts Break Elche’s Unbeaten Run at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán?
Sevilla host unbeaten Elche at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium. Both sides have one win so far, but Elche sit two points higher. Sevilla bounced back with a 2‑0 win in Girona, while Elche have drawn with Betis and Atletico before beating Levante. Historical meetings heavily favour Sevilla, yet recent form hints at a tight game. The forecast points to a low‑scoring affair with a possible draw.
CBN Slashes Benchmark Rate to 27% – First Cut Since 2020 Sparks Growth Hope
The Central Bank of Nigeria lowered its benchmark monetary policy rate by 50 basis points to 27% on September 23, 2025, ending a five‑year streak of hikes. The move follows five months of falling inflation and a 4.23% Q2 GDP surge. Adjustments to cash reserve requirements and the standing facilities corridor aim to boost credit flow. Analysts see the cut as a balancing act between price stability and growth, with the naira’s recent strength adding confidence. The decision marks a strategic shift after the rate peaked at 27.5% in late 2024.
SASSA Grant Payments Remain Uninterrupted Amid Postbank Exit
The South African Social Security Agency says grant payments will keep flowing even after Postbank's contract ends in September 2025. An October schedule is already out, and cards will still work at ATMs and retailers. Beneficiaries are urged to move to personal bank accounts or retailer-linked options, with clear documentation steps. Reviews may cause brief delays but not full suspensions. The agency refutes claims of free banking perks and promises a smooth transition despite legal battles.
Fluminense Football Club: Brazil's Historic Tricolor Giants
Founded in 1902, Fluminense is Rio de Janeiro's oldest club and the first Brazilian team to bear "football" in its name. The Tricolor’s green, maroon and white have decorated 33 Carioca crowns, four national titles and a historic 2023 Copa Libertadores win. Recent highlights include a Recopa Sudamericana triumph and a FIFA Club World Cup final appearance. Yet domestic league glory has eluded them since 2012. President Mário Bittencourt and coach Renato Gaúcho steer the club amid fierce Rio rivalries.
John Macharia Cremated After Fatal Nairobi Car Crash
John Macharia, the son of media mogul SK Macharia, was cremated in a private ceremony after dying in a high‑speed Porsche crash on Nairobi's Southern bypass. The funeral service was later held at his father's Murang'a residence. His death marks the second high‑profile cremation in Kenya this week, following liberation hero Kenneth Matiba.
Chiefs Snap Early Slump with 22-9 Win Over Giants
Kansas City finally broke its losing streak in week three, beating New York 22-9 thanks to a steady offensive display led by Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs took control early and never looked back, while the Giants fell to 0-3. Both teams now face a crossroads as the season unfolds.
Gemini Horoscope Today: Virgo Eclipse Triggers Home Shifts and Career Tests
A partial solar eclipse in Virgo on September 21st turns Gemini's home life, emotions, and communication upside down. Buried memories surface, demanding honest dialogue and clearer boundaries. Career demands stay flexible, while the eclipse offers a chance to reset personal foundations and break old cycles.
Cooper Lutkenhaus turns pro at 16 after 1:42.27 800m shock at U.S. Nationals
At just 16, Cooper Lutkenhaus ran 1:42.27 in the 800m at U.S. Nationals—shattering the U18 world record and his own high school mark—then signed a pro deal with Nike. He’ll stay in school, keep training with coach Chris Capeau, and debut as the youngest American at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. A lighter race schedule and a tight support team aim to keep him grounded.