SuperSport on DStv and GOtv presents another amazing week of action from around the world, headlined by the conclusion of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, FA Community Shield, The Hundred Women’s and Men’s Finals, and UFC 330 from Philadelphia. sport-tr.bet

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Football

The weekend brings the conclusion of WAFCON, beginning with the third-place playoff before the grand final crowns Africa’s champions. It promises to be a fitting climax to a tournament filled with standout performances and rising stars.

Domestic leagues also roar back into life. LALIGA’s opening matchday delivers a feast of fixtures, with teams eager to set the tone for the new campaign. Meanwhile, in England, Arsenal and Manchester City renew their rivalry in the FA Community Shield, a heavyweight encounter that offers an early glimpse into the season ahead.

From continental finals to season openers, it’s a week where narratives begin, champions are crowned, and football takes centre stage once again.

Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

Saturday 15 August

19:00: Third Place Playoff – LIVE on SuperSport Football and SuperSport Maximo 360

Sunday 16 August

21:00: Final – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 360

La Liga, Matchday 1

Saturday 15 August

19:30: Alaves v Getafe – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 3

21:30: Sevilla v Rayo Vallecano – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 3

Sunday 16 August

17:00: Racing Santander v Villarreal – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga and SuperSport Maximo 3

19:00: Espanyol v Levante – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 3

21:30: Celta v Osasuna – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga and SuperSport Maximo 3

Monday 17 August

21:00: Deportivo v Elche – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 3

FA Community Shield

Sunday 16 August

16:00: Arsenal v Manchester City – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League, SuperSport Maximo 1, SuperSport Maximo 2 and SuperSport Maximo 360

Trophee Des Champions

Sunday 16 August

21:00: Lens v Paris Saint-Germain – LIVE on SuperSport Variety, SuperSport Africa 1 and SuperSport Maximo 2

Golf

It’s a packed week on the global golf calendar, with four major tours delivering top-class action across Europe and the United States.

The Ladies European Tour takes centre stage in Switzerland, where the VP Bank Swiss Open offers a picturesque yet demanding test. With rising stars and established names in the field, precision and course management will be key as players look to build momentum in the latter stages of the season.

On the DP World Tour, attention shifts to Northern Europe for the Danish Golf Championship. Known for its challenging layouts and unpredictable conditions, this event often rewards patience and tactical play, with contenders aiming to climb the Race to Dubai standings.

Across the Atlantic, the PGA Tour intensifies with the FedEx St Jude Championship, the opening event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. With only the top players in the standings teeing it up, the pressure is immense and every shot carries added significance in the chase for season-long glory.

Meanwhile, the LPGA Tour heads to Oregon for The Standard Portland Classic, a tournament that consistently produces exciting finishes. With a strong international field, it promises a compelling blend of power and finesse.

Ladies European Tour: VP Bank Swiss Open

Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 August – LIVE on SuperSport Action Africa and SuperSport Variety

DP World Tour: Danish Golf Championship

Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 August – LIVE on SuperSport Golf

PGA Tour: FedEx St Jude Championship

Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 August – LIVE on SuperSport Golf

LPGA: The Standard Portland Classic

Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 August – LIVE on SuperSport Golf

Rugby

Rugby takes centre stage this week with a compelling mix of international spectacle and domestic intensity. The spotlight falls on the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour as South African franchises test themselves against New Zealand opposition. The Sharks get the first crack in midweek, looking to make a statement against one of the sport’s most formidable forces.

The challenge only intensifies at the weekend when the Bulls step up, with pride and legacy on the line in clashes that embody the historic rivalry between South African and New Zealand rugby. Expect physicality, tempo and high skill levels throughout.

Meanwhile, the Currie Cup Premier Division continues to deliver its trademark drama. The Lions open the round against the Kavaliers, eager to build momentum, before the Pumas and Stormers collide in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.

The action rolls into the weekend as Griquas host the Sharks in a clash that could have major implications for the standings. The round concludes with a heavyweight meeting between the Bulls and Cheetahs, two sides with rich Currie Cup pedigree and ambitions of going all the way this season.

Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour

Saturday 15 August

19:00: Bulls v New Zealand – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby

Currie Cup: Premier Division

Friday 14 August

15:00: Lions v Kavaliers – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby

17:05: Pumas v Stormers – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby

Saturday 15 August

17:05: Griquas v Sharks – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby

Sunday 16 August

15:00: Bulls v Cheetahs – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby

Cricket

A thrilling week of cricket awaits, with Test match battles and short-format finals delivering a perfect blend of endurance and high-intensity drama.

Australia host Bangladesh in the opening Test of their series, a contest that pits one of the game’s dominant forces against a side eager to prove its progress in the longest format.

Home conditions are expected to favour Australia, but Bangladesh will be determined to show resilience and challenge across all five days in what promises to be a fascinating encounter.

The spotlight then shifts to the decisive stages of The Hundred, where the competition reaches its knockout phase. The elimination finals set the tone, with teams fighting to keep their title hopes alive, before the grand finals crown the men’s and women’s champions. With its fast-paced format and explosive talent, expect thrilling finishes and standout individual performances under pressure.

In the subcontinent, Sri Lanka and India begin their Test series with the first match offering an intriguing clash of styles. Spin is likely to play a major role, and both sides will look to gain an early advantage in what is traditionally a hard-fought rivalry.

Australia v Bangladesh Test Series

Thursday 13 – Monday 17 August

02:30: First Test – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket

The Hundred

Friday 14 August

15:00: Women’s Elimination Final – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket

19:00: Men’s Elimination Final

Sunday 16 August

15:00: Women’s Grand Final – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket

19:00: Men’s Grand Final – LIVE on SuperSport Cricket

Sri Lanka v India Test Series

Saturday 15 – Wednesday 19 August

06:30: First Test – LIVE on SuperSport Variety and SuperSport Events

Motorsport

It’s a high-octane weekend of motorsport action, with electric street racing, endurance battles and oval thrills on display across three premier series.

Formula E brings its season to a dramatic close in London with a double-header that could shape the championship. With qualifying and racing across two days, consistency and precision will be crucial on the tight street circuit.

Drivers will need to balance aggression with control as the fight for points reaches its climax in the British capital.

In Germany, the DTM heads to the iconic Nürburgring, a circuit steeped in motorsport history. The weekend features two qualifying sessions and races, offering multiple opportunities for drivers to stake their claim.

Known for its technical demands and unpredictable conditions, the Nürburgring is a true test of skill, where strategy and adaptability often make the difference.

Across the Atlantic, the NASCAR Cup Series delivers its trademark intensity with the Cook Out 400. Short-track racing promises close-quarter action, with drivers battling wheel-to-wheel in one of the most physically demanding formats in motorsport. Precision, patience and racecraft will be key as contenders jostle for position over every lap.

From the streets of London to the curves of the Nürburgring and the raw energy of NASCAR, it’s a weekend built for speed.

Formula E: London

Saturday 15 August

13:00: Qualifying Round 16 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

17:00: Race Round 16 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

Sunday 16 August

13:00: Qualifying Round 17 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

18:00: Race Round 17 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

DTM: Nurburgring

Saturday 15 August

10:00: Qualifying 1 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

13:30: Race 1 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety and SuperSport Africa 2

Sunday 16 August

09:05: Qualifying 2 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

13:30: Race 2 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety and SuperSport Africa 2

NASCAR Cup

Sunday 16 August

01:00: Cook Out 400 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport

Variety

A diverse week of world-class sport unfolds across cycling, tennis and mixed martial arts, offering something for every fan.

The Arctic Race of Norway delivers a stunning blend of scenery and competition, as riders tackle four stages across challenging Nordic terrain. From punchy climbs to fast, technical finishes, the race often rewards aggressive riding and tactical awareness.

With each stage presenting unique demands, consistency will be key in the battle for overall victory.

Tennis takes centre stage in North America with the Cincinnati Open, where both the ATP and WTA Tours gather for one of the final major tune-ups ahead of the US Open. The world’s best players will be looking to fine-tune their form, with high-intensity matches expected from the early rounds.

Meanwhile, the National Bank Open reaches its conclusion, as both the men’s and women’s finals promise elite-level showdowns and a chance to claim crucial ranking points.

The action culminates in the Octagon with UFC 330, headlined by a compelling clash between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry. With contrasting styles and high stakes, the bout has all the ingredients for a memorable main event, supported by a stacked fight card featuring top contenders and rising stars.

From endurance on the roads to precision on the courts and explosive action in the cage, it’s a week packed with elite competition across the sporting spectrum.

Arctic Race of Norway

13:40: Stage 1 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

Friday 14 August

15:00: Stage 2 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

Saturday 15 August

15:00: Stage 3 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

Sunday 16 August

13:30: Stage 4 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

ATP Tour 1000: Cincinnati Open

From Thursday 13 August, 17:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Tennis

WTA 1000: Cincinnati Open

From Thursday 13 August, 17:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 2

WTA 1000: National Bank Open

Friday 14 August

00:00: Final – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

ATP Tour 1000: National Bank Open

Friday 14 August

02:30: Final – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1

UFC 330: Makhachev vs. Machado GarrySunday 1

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L’affaire Youcef Belaïli prend une nouvelle tournure et pourrait désormais dépasser le simple cadre sportif. Alors que l’international algérien est officiellement de retour au Espérance Sportive de Tunis, la situation avec le Mouloudia Club d'Alger pourrait ouvrir un nouveau dossier, notamment autour de la signature de deux engagements contractuels avec deux clubs différents.

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Former Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer believes the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series has come too soon in Dave Rennie’s All Blacks tenure.

Rennie has won his first five matches in charge, including tour victories against the Stormers and Sharks, but Meyer says facing the world champions over four Tests will expose the difference in depth between the two nations.

“I think it’s very difficult for Dave Rennie to start [his All Blacks tenure] and to face the Springboks,” Meyer told the Behind the Ruck podcast.

“I think what the Springboks are doing right now is picking our best side, and this side is very experienced and four Test matches is going to be very tough, but we’ve got depth.

“And I think that’s what the All Blacks don’t have. I’ve got so much respect for the way they play, but they don’t have the depth because they only keep big guys [well-known players] in New Zealand and they’ve lost a lot of good guys [to overseas clubs].”

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Meyer, who coached the Boks from 2012 to 2015, believes South Africa’s traditional strengths give them the edge.

“On the day, the All Blacks can beat any team, but I think the way the game is going now you have to scrum well, you have to maul well. It’s a set-piece game. They like a continuous game.

“The game has changed because you can bring in a whole new pack. So, we’re the only team in the world that’s got that depth in the forwards, maybe France [as well].

“And if you don’t have a good set-piece, you’re in trouble. And we’ve got an unbelievable set-piece. So, it will be close, but at home, you have to back the Springboks.”

KRONFELD: Springboks on another level

Meyer believes the Boks’ 17-10 win against Argentina in Buenos Aires last Saturday also demonstrated their ability to prevail when below their best.

“They know they didn’t play well, but they still know how to win. They were under pressure, everything went against them and two moments, two great tries.

“So, we’ve got brilliant players, but I think our set-piece is by far the best in the world.”

Photo: Steve Haag/Gallo Images

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Après une saison convaincante au Qatar, l'attaquant algérien Adil Boulbina aurait pour plan de déposer prochainement ses valises sur le Vieux Contineent. Plusieurs clubs européens surveilleraient déjà sa situation, notamment en Belgique et en Allemagne, mais Al-Duhail ne compte pas faciliter son départ.

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Quick answer: XUp is SportPesa’s family of early-payout football markets — 1UP, 2UP and 3UP. Back a team on an XUp market and if they go ahead by that number of goals at any point in the match, your bet is paid as a winner straight away — even if the game is later drawn or lost.

No more watching your team race into the lead only to throw it away at the death. With XUp, the lead itself is enough. This guide explains what 1UP, 2UP and 3UP mean, how the early payout works, and how to place your first XUp bet on SportPesa.

What is XUp betting?

XUp is the name for three linked early-payout markets on the standard match-result (1X2) bet:

• 1UP — pays out when your team leads by one goal
• 2UP — pays out when your team leads by two goals
• 3UP — pays out when your team leads by three goals

On each one you pick Home, Draw or Away, just like a normal result bet. The difference is how you win. On a standard bet you only collect if your team wins the match. On XUp there are two ways to win: your team reaches the goal margin at any point in the 90 minutes, or they win the match. Whichever happens first settles your bet as a winner.

What is 1UP betting?

1UP is the most popular of the three, and the easiest to land. Your bet is settled as a winner the moment your team goes one goal ahead — 1-0, 2-1, 3-2, it doesn’t matter how. Because a lead happens in the large majority of football matches, 1UP triggers far more often than a standard win bet ever settles.

Here’s the part that changes everything: once your team is a goal up and the bet is paid, it stays paid. If they get pegged back to a draw, or even lose, your winnings are yours to keep.

1UP example

Say you back Arsenal (Home Win 1UP) against Coventry.

• Arsenal go 1-0 up after 20 minutes → your bet is settled as a winner immediately.
• Coventry fight back to draw 2-2 → it makes no difference. You’ve already won.

On a standard Home Win bet, that 2-2 finish would have lost. On 1UP, the early lead had already secured your payout.

What is 2UP and 3UP betting?

2UP and 3UP work exactly the same way, but the goal cushion is bigger:

• 2UP settles as a winner when your team leads by two — 2-0, 3-1, 4-2 and so on.
• 3UP settles when your team leads by three.

The bigger the margin, the less often it happens — so 2UP and 3UP land less frequently than 1UP, but they carry higher odds to match. They suit the games where you expect a one-sided, high-scoring afternoon.

The odds trade-off — worth understanding

XUp isn’t free value, and it’s worth being straight about that. Because an XUp bet is easier to win than a standard result bet — leading is a lower bar than winning — the odds are a little shorter than the normal 1X2 price. What you’re paying for is the early payout and the safety of banking the win the moment your team is in front. That security is the whole point; just go in knowing the price reflects it.

1UP vs 2UP vs 3UP — which should you pick?

Market	Pays out when your team…	How often it lands	Best for
1UP	Leads by 1 goal	Most matches	Any fixture; the everyday early-payout pick
2UP	Leads by 2 goals	Around half of matches	Strong favourites, higher-scoring games
3UP	Leads by 3 goals	The one-sided games	Big mismatches, for the bigger odds

A simple rule of thumb: 1UP for reliability, 2UP and 3UP when you fancy a favourite to run riot.

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XUp on Single Bets vs MultiBets

XUp works on both single bets and multi-bets, but it feels most powerful on a Single Bet. On a single, the early payout is your result — the moment your team leads, the bet is won and settled. On a MultiBet, an XUp leg is marked as won as soon as your team goes ahead, but the slip itself can’t settle until every other leg lands. If you want the full instant-payout effect, back XUp as a single.

How to place an XUp bet on SportPesa

1. Log in to your SportPesa account and open the football event you want.
2. On the match, look for the 1X2 – 1UP market (and 2UP / 3UP where available).
3. Choose Home, Draw or Away, just like a normal result bet.
4. Add it to your betslip, enter your stake, and place the bet.
5. If your team reaches the lead, your bet is settled as a winner and the winnings land in your account — no need to wait for full time.

Look for the XUp label on eligible competitions such as the English Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga. Availability varies by match, so check the event page.

Why bet XUp?

• Paid the moment you’re ahead. Bank the win as soon as your team leads — no sweating the final whistle.
• The lead is enough. A late equaliser or a smash-and-grab defeat can’t take a settled XUp win away from you.
• You choose the risk. 1UP for the steady option, 2UP and 3UP for bigger odds on the games you expect to be one-sided.
• Watch the rest for fun. Once you’re paid, the last hour is pure entertainment.

Frequently asked questions

What does 1UP mean in betting?

1UP means your bet is settled as a winner the moment your selected team goes one goal ahead, at any point in the match — regardless of the final score.

What’s the difference between 1UP and 2UP?

1UP pays out when your team leads by one goal; 2UP needs a two-goal lead. 1UP lands more often, 2UP carries higher odds.

Does my team have to win the match?

No. As long as they reach the XUp goal margin at any point, your bet is a winner — even if they later draw or lose.

What happens if my team leads and then loses?

Nothing changes. Once your XUp bet is settled as a winner, the payout is yours to keep.

Why are XUp odds lower than a normal bet?

Because leading is easier than winning the match. The shorter price reflects the added security of the early payout.

Can I use XUp on a MultiBet?

Yes. An XUp leg is marked as won when your team goes ahead, with the rest of the slip left to run. The instant payout is most noticeable on singles.

Which matches is XUp available on?

Selected competitions, including major leagues like the EPL, La Liga, Serie A and Bundesliga. Look for the 1X2 – 1UP market on the event page.

Is XUp betting available in South Africa?

Yes — 1UP, 2UP and 3UP are available to SportPesa customers in South Africa on eligible football matches.

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