September 2025 – All the Stories You Missed
Welcome to the September archive of Zululand Daily News. Below you’ll find every article we posted in the month, from the big football matches that had fans on the edge of their seats to the latest gaming announcements and a few political twists that caught attention.
Sports roundup
Football dominated the headlines. On September 28 Corinthians hosted Flamengo at Neo Química Arena. Flamengo needed the win to stay in the title race while Corinthians chased a Libertadores spot, and both teams offered live streams for fans worldwide. A week earlier, Toronto FC salvaged a 1‑1 MLS draw against Inter Miami at BMO Field, with Sean Johnson pulling off crucial saves and goals from Allende and Mihailović keeping their playoff hopes alive.
In England’s Championship, West Brom faced Leicester City on September 26. Although the exact scorelines weren’t released, we broke down the teams’ form, the stakes for a promotion push, and what the missing data meant for both clubs. Over in South Africa, the Stormers kicked off their 2025‑26 United Rugby Championship campaign at home against Leinster on September 26, enjoying a two‑match home block before a three‑game European swing.
Across the Atlantic, the Chiefs defeated the Giants 22‑9 on Sunday Night Football, with Patrick Mahomes throwing for 224 yards and a touchdown to Tyquan Thornton. The win showed Kansas City’s championship poise while New York’s defense still searched for identity.
La Liga provided plenty of drama. Celta Vigo secured a narrow win that kept their European hopes alive, while Girona settled for a 1‑1 draw with relegation‑battling Valencia, moving Girona up to 11th place. Later, a 1‑1 thriller between Elche and Osasuna on May 1 kept the league tight in the final weeks.
Entertainment, tech and politics
The Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 stole the spotlight with the reveal of Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, slated for a 2026 launch. The event also dropped new difficulty options for Ninja Gaiden 4, fresh Japanese maps for Call of Duty, and surprise releases from Square Enix and Capcom, underscoring Xbox’s push into the Japanese market.
On the political side, Adelita Grijalva made history by winning Arizona’s 7th District special election with 69% of the vote, becoming the state’s first Latina congresswoman. Her victory narrowed the Republican lead in the U.S. House and highlighted shifting demographics in a key swing region.
Kanye West announced an African leg for his upcoming world tour but left South Africa off the list, sparking mixed reactions from fans who debated logistics, market strategy, and the rapper’s recent controversies. In local news, Patriotic Alliance’s Kenny Kunene was cleared after being spotted at Katiso "KT" Molefe’s Sandton home during a high‑profile arrest, ending a brief suspension.
All these stories and more sit in our September archive. Use the list below to jump straight to the article you’re after, or scroll through for a quick catch‑up on the month’s biggest moments.
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Corinthians vs Flamengo live: stream options, kickoff & stakes
Corinthians hosted Flamengo on Sep 28, 2025 at Neo Química Arena. Flamengo chased the title while Corinthians aimed for Libertadores spots; live streams were available worldwide.
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Toronto FC Stalls Inter Miami at BMO Field in 1-1 MLS Draw
Toronto FC salvaged a 1‑1 draw against Inter Miami at BMO Field on Sept 27, 2025, with Sean Johnson's heroics and goals from Allende and Mihailović keeping playoff hopes alive.
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West Brom vs Leicester City: What We Know About the September 26, 2025 Championship Clash
The September 26, 2025 EFL Championship fixture between West Bromwich Albion and Leicester City went ahead as Matchday 7, but detailed scores, line‑ups and minute‑by‑minute action remain unavailable. This article pieces together team form, stakes and what the missing data means for both clubs.
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Stormers 2025‑26 URC Schedule: What to Expect From the New Campaign
The Cape Town‑based Stormers open the 2025‑26 United Rugby Championship at home against Leinster on September 26, 2025. A two‑match home block gives them early momentum before a three‑game European swing. After an international break they face Munster, then dive into South African derbies and a busy holiday stretch. The regular season ends May 15, 2026, with playoffs to follow.
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La Liga roundup: Celta Vigo’s European push, Girona’s draw with Valencia and more
Saturday’s La Liga action saw Celta Vigo clinch a narrow win to keep their European hopes alive, while Girona slipped to a 1‑1 home draw with relegation‑battling Valencia. The points shift left Girona perched at 11th, Valencia breathing a little easier in 16th, and Celta strengthening their spot in the continental race.
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From Locker‑Room Conversion to Literary Ministry: The Story of Voddie Baucham
A deep dive into Voddie Baucham's 1987 locker‑room conversion, his journey from a towering football player to a respected author and pastor, and how his dual identity shapes his view of Christian stewardship. The piece links his athletic discipline with his intellectual pursuits in ministry.
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Europa League 2025-26: Full Guide to the New League Phase, Fixtures and Final in Istanbul
The 2025-26 UEFA Europa League rolls out a 36‑team league phase, kicking off on September 24, 2025 and wrapping up with the final in Istanbul on May 20, 2026. England, Italy, Spain and several other nations field multiple clubs across eight matchdays. Qualifying wrapped up in August, while defending champions Tottenham Hotspur miss out due to Champions League promotion.
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Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Unveils Forza Horizon 6 Set in Japan and 24 Other Surprises
Xbox’s Tokyo Game Show 2025 broadcast revealed a Japan‑centric slate of titles, headlined by Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan for a 2026 launch. Highlights included new difficulty options for Ninja Gaiden 4, fresh Japanese maps for Call of Duty, and surprise releases from Square Enix and Capcom. The event underscored Xbox’s push into the Japanese market with multiple partnerships.
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Adelita Grijalva Wins Arizona Special Election, Making History and Shifting House Balance
Democrat Adelita Grijalva captured 69% of the vote in Arizona's 7th District special election, becoming the state's first Latina congresswoman. The win fills the seat left by her late father and trims the Republican lead in the U.S. House. Backed by the Working Families Party and credit unions, her victory underscores shifting demographics and voter priorities in a key swing region.
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Elche vs Osasuna: 1-1 Thriller Keeps LaLiga Tight in Round 34
Elche and Osasuna shared the spoils in a 1-1 stalemate at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero on May 1, 2022. The match stayed dead‑locked until the second half, when both sides finally broke the dead‑lock. With 16,305 fans watching, the game showcased solid tactics and a fierce fight for crucial points in LaLiga's closing weeks.
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Mukasa's Free‑Kick Powers Manchester City U‑18s to Win Over Middlesbrough
Manchester City’s under‑18 side edged past Middlesbrough thanks to a spectacular free‑kick from midfielder Mukasa. The strike broke a tense deadlock and sparked a flurry of goals that sealed a 3‑1 victory. City’s youth coach praised the set‑piece execution, while scouts noted the youngster’s composure. The win boosts City’s push for a domestic youth title. Middlesbrough will look to tighten up defending set‑pieces ahead of their next fixture.
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Kenny Kunene says he was at the wrong place at the wrong time after Molefe arrest
Patriotic Alliance deputy president and Johannesburg transport MMC Kenny Kunene was spotted at Katiso "KT" Molefe's Sandton home during the suspect's arrest for the 2022 DJ Sumbody killing. Kunene insists he was there only to accompany a journalist. The Democratic Alliance called for his resignation, while PA leader Gayton McKenzie suspended him pending an investigation. Forensic reports later cleared him of any wrongdoing.