Uganda is stepping up preparations to host World Rugby Sevens qualifiers, according to the Eastleigh Voice. The tournament carries significant stakes for participating teams, as the winner of the qualifier will automatically secure a place in the 2027 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. The report indicates that organisational efforts are underway ahead of the event, which is expected to draw regional rugby nations competing for the coveted series spot.

Nigeria's national rugby sevens team, the Stallions, has been drawn to face Zimbabwe, Ghana, and Morocco in the African qualifiers for the 2027 World Rugby SVNS 3 circuit. The qualifying tournament is set to take place in Uganda, where the Nigerian side will compete against the three other nations for a place in the global rugby sevens series, according to Punch.

The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), through its Competitions Department, released the first-round fixtures for the 2026/27 Women Super League on Monday. The new season introduces changes including revised kickoff times and new double headers. According to Kawowo Sports, the campaign kicks off on Saturday, 19th September 2026, with reigning champions Kawempe Muslim Ladies set to host their opening match as the season gets underway.

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has announced that the Orlando Amstel Arena will host Bafana Bafana's opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea on Saturday, 26 September 2026. The match will mark Pitso Mosimane's first game in charge of the national team, according to The South African. The venue, located in Soweto, is one of the country's most iconic football stadiums.

The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase kicks off on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, with Matchday 1 fixtures scheduled to be played across three days. According to Naija News, the opening round of matches marks the start of Europe's premier club competition, with teams beginning their campaigns in the league phase format. The outlet published the full list of Matchday 1 fixtures to guide fans following the tournament's opening games.

Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put has named a 28-man squad for the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers and international friendlies, according to Swift Sports. Uganda will open their qualifying campaign away to Tunisia on 24 September, before hosting Libya on 29 September 2026. The Cranes will then face DR Congo in two international friendlies beginning on 2 October. The squad announcement comes as Uganda prepares for a busy run of fixtures in its bid to reach the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.