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Belgique : Doublé de Zorgane dans la course au titre ! (vidéo)

Belgique : Doublé de Zorgane dans la course au titre ! (vidéo)

Dans un derby bruxellois sous haute tension, Adem Zorgane a endossé le rôle de héros en menant l’Union Saint-Gilloise vers une précieuse victoire face au RSC Anderlecht (1-3). Au Lotto Park, le milieu algérien a signé une prestation majuscule, ponctuée d’un doublé qui a rapidement fait basculer la rencontre. iwanktv.club

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Club Africain seize first place after another twist in tight Tunisian title race

With only four rounds remaining, Club Africain have taken a two-point lead at the top of the Tunisia Ligue 1 Professionnelle table following Sunday’s 2-0 victory over JS Kairouan.

League top scorer Firas Chaouat remains the most in-form striker in Tunisian football after his late goal confirmed a crucial victory for the Tunis club. They are now two points clear of defending champions Espérance Tunis, who slipped up on Sunday after being held to a 1-1 draw by hosts CA Bizertin.

With a more favorable fixture compared to their title rivals, CA took full advantage against relegation battlers JSK. Hamza Khadhraoui put the hosts ahead inside ten minutes and the home team never looked back, with Chaouat’s 15th goal of the season finishing off the victory.

Over at the Stade du 15-Octobre, home side CA Bizertin gave Espérance a worthy challenge and were rewarded with a point after a 1-1 draw that featured late drama.

After a scoreless first half, Kouceila Boualia put the visitors into the lead early in the second half. However, a quick response from CAB forward Wassim Chihi arrived less than five minutes later to put the pressure back on the reigning champions.

It appeared that EST had snatched a winning goal deep into second half stoppage time when substitute forward Achref Jabri headed in from close range. However, a VAR review confirmed that Jabri was narrowly offside and the match ended in a draw.

CS Sfaxien are the only other club remotely in the discussion to finish top. CSS defeated Stade Tunisien 1-0 to remain six points back of new leaders Club Africain. They will next travel to face Espérance in another match that could have a massive impact on the title chase.

Club Africain, meanwhile, will be on the road to face another relegation candidate when AS Soliman host the leaders.

League Table: Two-point lead for new leaders Club Africain

GPPoints
1.Club Africain2658
2.Esperance Tunis2656
3.CS Sfaxien2652
4.Stade Tunisien2644
5.US Monastir2639
6.Etoile du Sahel2638
7.CA Bizertin2633
8.ES Metlaoui2633
9.ES Zarzis2632
10.JS Omrane2632
11.US Ben Guerdane2631
12.AS Marsa2628
13.Olympique Beja2625
14.JS Kairouan2624
15.AS Soliman2620
16.AS Gabes2618

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA — South African track and field is stepping into a bold, unprecedented era. On Tuesday, 28 April 2026, over 120 elite athletes from around the globe will descend upon the iconic Pilditch Stadium in Pretoria for the inaugural Simbine Classic.

Serving as the first-ever World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meeting to be hosted in South Africa, this is shaping up to be the greatest athletics event ever witnessed on local soil. Spearheaded by South Africa’s 100m record holder, Akani Simbine, and driven by arguably the most passionate and relentless team of athletics supporters in the country, the meeting promises an evening of explosive speed, world-class field events, and a lucrative financial boost for local talent.

“Our vision is to not only promote and showcase our country, but to do the same for African athletics,” says Akani Simbine. “We are pleased to have World Athletics Continental Tour Silver status for our inaugural event, and we hope it will continue to grow in the years to come.”

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 06: Akani Simbine during the World Athletics Continental Tour - Simbine Classic media launch at Lago Puccini Cafe and Lounge on March 06, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cecilia van Bers/Gallo Images)

The Driven Team Behind the Magic

The immense momentum building up to race day hasn’t happened by accident; it is the result of sheer grit from an organizing team determined to elevate African athletics. BackTrack Sports, driven by co-founders Themba Madima and Wesley Botton, has been instrumental in thrusting the Simbine Classic into the public eye.

Going beyond traditional promotions, the duo has taken fans straight to the heart of the action with their daily podcast, NoSweat. By securing exclusive interviews with participating athletes and key event partners, they have provided an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look at the dedication required to pull off an event of this magnitude.

“As someone who has spent most of my career on the outside looking in as a journalist, being involved in the organization of this event has been an eye-opener,” notes Wesley Botton, Media Manager. “I have been stunned by the amount of work the organizers have had to put in to create an event of this calibre, and they have done an excellent job. The one thing that has stood out for me is how pleased the athletes are to have a meeting of this status taking place on SA soil.”

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 14: Akani Smibine in an interview during day 2 of the Simbine Curro Classic Shootout at Pilditch Stadium on February 14, 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by Cecilia van Bers/Gallo Images)

A Star-Studded Global Lineup

The Simbine Classic has managed to attract some of the biggest names in world sport, certifying the elite quality of the event. The headline Men’s 100m sprint—officially sponsored by South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe and the Motsepe Foundation—will feature a blockbuster showdown between Akani Simbine and his perennial rival, Canada’s two-time Olympic gold medallist Andre de Grasse.

But the 100m is just the beginning of a 12-event powerhouse program. In a highly anticipated 300m race, Zambia’s Olympic 400m bronze medallist Muzala Samukonga will line up against South African 400m heavyweights Zakithi Nene and Lythe Pillay. Meanwhile, the field events will see Chukwuebuka Enekwechi—Nigeria’s shot put king and the first African to breach the 22-metre mark—ready to dominate the throwing circle against South African champion Aiden Smith.

“In order to promote South African athletics, we need to ensure we are marketing our sport at a global level,” explains Media Director Themba Madima. “Having the calibre of international athletes who are competing here is not only great for fans but provides a significant opportunity for local athletes. We want South Africans and the world to have this event engraved in their memory.”

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 06: L-R Zakithi Nene, Leendert Koekemoer, Akani Simbine, Gardeo Isaacs and Lythe Pillay during the World Athletics Continental Tour - Simbine Classic media launch at Lago Puccini Cafe and Lounge on March 06, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cecilia van Bers/Gallo Images)

A Record-Breaking Prize Purse & Critical Stepping Stone

Beyond the prestige, the Simbine Classic is rewriting the economic landscape for athletes on the continent. Organizers have announced a staggering R1.46 million prize purse for the one-day spectacle. Winners of each event will walk away with R50,000, while second and third places will earn R25,000 and R16,000, respectively. These incentives extend down to sixth place—and include the para men’s 100m division—providing a massive boost to local athletes who usually have to travel overseas to earn meaningful prize money.

The timing of the meet is equally strategic. Scheduled just days before the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana (May 2-3), the Pretoria meet will act as a crucial preparation ground. Athletics South Africa (ASA) high-performance manager Hezekiel Sepeng confirmed the national relay team will utilize the Simbine Classic as their final tune-up to polish baton exchanges before departing for Botswana.

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 06: l-r Themba Madema, Manus Hendriks, Wesley Botton and Mosibodi Whitehead during the World Athletics Continental Tour - Simbine Classic media launch at Lago Puccini Cafe and Lounge on March 06, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Cecilia van Bers/Gallo Images)

Athletics Like You've Never Watched It Before

The spectator experience at Pilditch Stadium is designed to be completely immersive. “Spectators are going to have a memorable experience,” Simbine promises. “We have entertainment, unique activations, a kids’ program in the morning, and elite local athletes competing in the pre-program. It will be a full day of fun for the whole family.”

For fans tuning in digitally, the organizing team is ripping up the traditional broadcast playbook with FINISH LINE LIVE: THE SIMBINE CLASSIC WATCHALONG. Streaming on the SuperSport YouTube channel from 15:00, this live news-desk-style reaction show is set right inside the stadium, with the races happening in real time directly behind the hosts.

The dynamic panel features Wesley Botton (The Athletics Mind), Siv Ngesi (The Chaos Factor), Maxime Chaumeton (The Athlete with No Filter), and Xolile Vesile (The Outsider Reaction King). The watchalong will pit human intuition against technology, featuring an AI predicting every race alongside the hosts’ own calls, tracked by a live accuracy counter. With athletes dropping in live straight after their races for hot takes, wild reactions, and debates, it promises to be an entirely new way to consume track and field.

Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil
Inaugural Simbine Classic Set to Be the Greatest Athletics Event on South African Soil. With a live news-desk-style reaction show is set right inside the stadium. Image Source/Credit: Simbine Classic

Tickets are officially on sale via iTickets, ranging from a highly accessible R60 for general admission to R250, with VIP packages also available.

As the countdown to April 28 begins, one thing is certain: the world is coming to Pretoria, and African athletics will never be the same.

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Série A J34 : sur quelle chaîne tv suivre le match en direct Milan AC-Juventus ?

La 34e journée de la Série A se poursuit ce dimanche à 18H45 GMT à San Siro. L’AC Milan 3e, reçoit la Juventus 4e qui est pleine remontée. Les deux géants visent un même objectif, sécuriser leur place en Ligue des Champions. Sur quelle chaîne tv suivre ce match en direct ? Longtemps, dans la roue de l’Inter, l’AC Milan a craqué au pire moment. Avec 3 défaites sur les 5 dernières journées, les Rossoneri, cherchent toujours à rattraper le leader. Toujours 3e de Serie A, le club de Massimiliano Allegri accuse un grand retard sur le leader intériste. Milan doit assurer son ticket pour la prochaine Ligue des Champions et une victoire face à la Juve serait un pas décisif. La Juve en forme veut s’inviter sur le podium De son côté, la Juventus arrive lancée. Solides, ces dernières semaines, les Bianconeri de Luciano Spalletti se sont installés à la 4e place. Surtout, ils ne comptent que 3 longueurs de retard sur l’AC Milan avant ce choc. Une victoire en Lombardie permettrait à la Vieille Dame de s’emparer de la 3e place et de frapper un gros coup dans le sprint final. La dynamique est clairement turinoise. Comment suivre ce match ? Le match AC Milan – Juventus est à suivre sur les chaînes tv comme DAZN TV, Super Sport, Sport TV, Sky Sports, New World, beIN Sport, Canal live, Canal+, TNT Sports, Paramount+, Stan Sport, RTL+, Movistar/Telefonica, Ziggo Sport, MENA, ESPN, Blue Sport.

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Fa Cup : Enzo Fernandez met fin à la disette de Chelsea

Stériles depuis le 4 avril 2026, les Blues ont enfin fait trembler les filets ce dimanche en demi-finale de FA Cup contre Leeds. Enzo Fernandez a inscrit l’unique but de la rencontre à la 23e minute, son 13e de la saison. Une réalisation libératrice qui met fin à trois matchs consécutifs sans marquer pour Chelsea. Trois matchs sans but avant le déclic à Wembley La série noire aura duré trois semaines. Après le carton 7-0 contre Port Vale en quart de finale de FA Cup le 4 avril 2026, Chelsea était resté muet. Défaite 0-3 face à Manchester City le 12 avril, nouveau revers 0-1 à domicile contre Manchester United le 18 avril, puis correction 3-0 subie à Brighton le 21 avril. Trois rencontres, zéro but inscrit, neuf encaissés. La pression montait avant cette demi-finale de FA Cup face à Leeds. Fernandez débloque la situation à la 23e minute Il fallait un cadre pour sortir Chelsea de l’impasse. A la 23e minute, Enzo Fernandez a trouvé la faille et offert l’avantage aux Blues. Son 13e but de la saison toutes compétitions confondues redonne des couleurs à l’attaque londonienne. L’Argentin, précieux dans l’entrejeu, prouve encore qu’il sait se montrer décisif dans les grands rendez-vous. Un but pour relancer la fin de saison des Blues En mettant fin à cette disette, Enzo Fernandez relance les siens au meilleur moment. Les Blues peuvent désormais aborder la dernière ligne droite de la saison avec un peu plus de confiance et l’espoir de sauver leur exercice par un trophée en FA Cup.

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