The excitement surrounding African sports news is high as clubs and athletes continue to excel on both domestic and international stages.
Sportblot brings you a fast summary of the most notable headlines that are making waves this week, ranging from exciting football showdowns to motivational moments in basketball and athletics.
CAF Champions League: Sundowns and Al Ahly Set for Semi-Final Showdown
Mamelodi Sundowns held Espérance to a draw in Rades, securing a thrilling semi-final matchup with Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League.
Tuesday night on April 8 at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Tunis, Mamelodi Sundowns held Esperance de Tunis 0-0 in the second leg of their CAF Champions League quarterfinal match, securing a 1-0 aggregate victory.
Fans are excitedly awaiting this crucial matchup because both clubs have performed superbly throughout the competition.
Rivers Hoopers Advance to BAL Playoffs
In basketball, the Rivers Hoopers of Nigeria defeated Kalahari Conference hosts FUS Rabat 79-71 in Pretoria to guarantee their place in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs.
Al Ittihad's official playoff qualification was also secured by the Hoopers' victory. The Nigerian champs are 3-1 and Ittihad is 4-0.
If the teams complete the conference tied on three wins, which is currently the worst-case situation for the Nigerian squad, the Moroccan team will be ranked lower because the Hoopers defeated third-place FUS (1-3) in both head-to-head matches. According to FIBA regulations, the main tiebreaker in this situation is head-to-head outcomes.
The squad has accomplished a great deal with this win, which also demonstrates how competitive African basketball is becoming on the continent.
Gary Player Shines at the 2025 Masters
At the 2025 Masters, 89-year-old South African golf icon Gary Player enthralled spectators with his ceremonial tee-off and animated remarks to kick off the tournament at Augusta National.
Player's appearance was evidence of his ongoing love for the game, as he displayed incredible agility and excitement.
Debbie Larry-Izamoje Leads African Football Development Discussions
Debbie Larry-Izamoje, CEO of Brila Media, led discussions on promoting African football at the World Football Summit.
The World Football Summit (WFS), which brings together the most powerful voices in football to address the widening divide between African teams and the global football ecosystem, begins this week in Rabat, Morocco.
Her initiative in uniting leading stakeholders demonstrates the continent's dedication to improving the opportunities and standards of the sport.
Salah Signs New Two-Year Deal with Liverpool
Liverpool has extended Mohamed Salah's contract by two years. There had been concerns that the Egypt forward would stay when his previous contract expired in the summer.
This came after the 32-year-old's remarks throughout the season and rumours that he was considering a move to Saudi Arabia.
He will now have the opportunity to add to his 394 games for Liverpool, where he has registered 243 goals and 109 assists.
South Africa's Lochner signs new Harlequins deal
Danelle Lochner, a South Africa international, has agreed to a new deal with the Harlequins.
The 27-year-old lock joined the London club in 2023 and has since made 25 appearances.
In addition to playing for her nation's national netball team, Lochner has 16 caps for the Springbok Women.
