Tobi Amusan bounced back from losing her world record by sprinting to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Grand Prix Brescia in Italy, clocking 12.56 seconds against a tough 1.7m/s headwind to finish ahead of American Alaysha Johnson (12.62s) and Jamaica’s Ackera Nugent (12.75s).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The triumph comes on the heels of the Zurich Diamond League, where American Olympic champion Masai Russell shattered Amusan’s four-year-old world record of 12.12 seconds with a time of 12.09 seconds, leaving Amusan to take second place in a season’s best of 12.23 seconds. Amusan originally set her record during the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

With her sights now set on the upcoming Diamond League Final in Brussels, Belgium, scheduled for September 4-5, the three-time champion (2021, 2022, 2023) is gearing up for a high-stakes rematch against Russell.

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi is facing an estimated two-month recovery period following an adductor injury sustained in the 17th minute of Porto’s 3–0 victory over Académico de Viseu on Saturday. Medical evaluations on Sunday, August 30, verified the severity of the issue, with O Jogo reporting that the left-back will likely remain sidelined until after the upcoming international break. Having played every minute of Porto’s league campaign prior to this match, Sanusi was forced off the pitch and replaced by Martim Fernandes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Porto manager Francesco Farioli voiced immediate concern post-match, noting that the injury appeared grave alongside a separate knee concern for teammate Jan. This setback disrupts an otherwise flawless start to the season for Porto, who secured their fourth consecutive win thanks to goals from Andre Silva, Gabri Veiga, and William Gomes to stay top of the standings with 12 points. For Sanusi, who is currently in the final year of his contract, the extended absence threatens to keep him out of Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers kicking off in September.

Ikorodu City kicked off the 2026/2027 NPFL campaign in style by climbing to the top of the standings with a 3-1 victory over Ranchers Bees. After conceding an early opener in the 7th minute, the Oga Boys rallied through goals from Umar Dan’Azumi, Abayomi Ayodeji, and a late penalty by Farouk Salami.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Elsewhere on opening day, Rivers United eased past Plateau United 2-0, while Barau FC defeated Nasarawa United 3-1, highlighted by Joseph Atule opening his account for the season. Kwara United pulled off a dramatic 2-2 comeback against Kano Pillars thanks to an equalizer in the seventh minute of stoppage time from Alex Jerry. Bendel Insurance and Niger Tornadoes also secured hard-fought 2-1 wins against Warri Wolves and Enyimba respectively.

Meanwhile, reigning champions Enugu Rangers narrowly avoided defeat, needing a late stoppage-time equalizer courtesy of a goalkeeping error to salvage a 1-1 draw against Katsina United. Returning side Doma United also marked their comeback with a solid 2-0 win over Sporting Lagos.