Sports

From the tough tracks of the 1936 Berlin Olympics to the pools of today and middle-distance runs, Black Olympians have spoken for their people, inspired many people, and changed the sport in many ways.

Just as one would expect in any scene of values excellence, there are notable players of African descent who became Grandmasters in the game of Chess and others with notable achievements too.

On the winter night of February 9th, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles triumphed to a dominant 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs to claim Super Bowl LIX.

Atletico’s Forward, Julian Alvarez,  opened the scoring with a 35th-minute penalty caused by Real Madrid’s Defender, Aurélien Tchouaméni on Saturday, February 8th, 2025.

Plymouth Argyle shocked Premier League’s first team, Liverpool, with a 1-0 win in the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday, February 9th, 2025 thanks to Ryan Hardie, forward player for Plymouth. 

Brighton came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round on February 8th, 2025, but not before Brighton conceded an own goal from its goalkeeper in the first half.

As the countdown begins to Super Bowl LIX at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Philadelphia Eagles are set to face off against the Kansas City Chiefs on February 9, 2025 at 6:30pm ET.

Paul Onuachu’s 87th-minute goal secured Southampton’s first Premier League win under Ivan Juric, a 2-1 victory over Ipswich, helping the Saints kick off the month of February.

Everton dominated Leicester City 4-0 at Goodison Park. A blistering start saw Abdoulaye Doucoure score after just 10 seconds, making the fourth-fastest goal in Premier League history.