The prospect of facing eight-time CAF Champions League winners in the form of Egypt’s Al Ahly as well as Tunisian side Esperance, African champions in 1994 and 2011 is one that would ordinarily intimidate many.

When Thomas Ayeko returned home from Algeria with an individual bronze from the Africa Cross-country Championships last weekend, his counterparts were triggered.

During its rich and long history, soccer has seen a lot of rivalries develop between clubs. From El Clásico to Soweto Derby - here is a look at some of the most prestigious derbies in the world. 

Uganda National women football team head coach Faridah Bulega has started preparations for the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations qualifier against Kenya by naming 30 players.

The National Rugby League title will not belong to anyone yet. Buzz Pirates went into last weekend with hope of opening their champagne bottles but Shell Rimula Rhinos ensured there was no party.

Whether the coaching pair of Leo Adraa and Simeon Masaba take permanent charge of technical matters at Onduparaka remains to be seen.