Stephen Loman returns to BRAVE CF with Eduard Folayang and Jeremy Pacatiw in his corner against Lasha Abramishvili.
![Alexandra Eala continues her strong hard-court form after reaching the US Open second round for the second consecutive year. [WTA Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design598-1024x683.png)
Eala’s Hard-Court Heater Continues With US Open Statement Win
Alexandra Eala saved all six break points against Mary Stoiana to reach the US Open second round in dominant fashion.
![MJ Phillips anchors a balanced Nxled lineup during the team's PVL Invitational campaign. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design591-1024x683.png)
Nxled Sweeps PLDT To Bounce Back in PVL Invitational
Nxled bounced back from its loss to Creamline by sweeping defending champion PLDT and evening its PVL Invitational record at 1-1.
![Jema Galanza delivered 12 points and 15 excellent digs to earn Player of the Game honors for Creamline. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design590-1024x683.png)
Galanza, Creamline Steamroll Ho Chi Minh for Solo PVL Lead
Creamline swept Ho Chi Minh in dominant fashion to improve to 2-0 and take the solo lead in the PVL Invitational.
![Papatchaya Phontham led EST Cola with 17 points in the Thai side's bounce-back victory. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design589-1024x683.png)
EST Cola Bounces Back, Sweeps Farm Fresh in PVL Invitational
EST Cola bounced back from its PLDT loss by sweeping Farm Fresh and moving into a four-way tie atop the PVL Invitational standings.
![Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football after 21 years representing Argentina. [photo credit: Leo Messi Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design586-1024x683.png)
‘I Have Nothing Left to Give’: Messi Announces Shock Retirement From Argentina Amid Grief
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, ending a 21-year Argentina career that included World Cup and Copa América glory.
San Juan Launches First Futsal Programme for Grassroots Youth
San Juan City launched its first Futsal Developmental Programme with support from the PSC and PFF to bring the sport closer to young athletes.
![Sachi Minowa scored 19 points in her official return to the PVL with Creamline. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PVL-INV-26-Creamline-vs.-Nxled-Jaja-Santiago-Minowa-2145-1024x684.jpg)
Creamline Refuses to Crack, Outlasts Nxled
Creamline survived a late challenge from Nxled to secure a four-set victory and join PLDT atop the early PVL Invitational standings.
![Savi Davison led PLDT with 30 points in the defending champions' opening victory. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PVL-INV-26-PLDT-vs.-THA-Savi-Davison-1293-1024x684.jpg)
PLDT Title Defense Begins with Gutsy Four-Set Win vs Thais
PLDT High Speed Hitters opened their PVL Invitational Conference title defense with a four-set victory over Thailand’s EST Cola.
![Kai Sotto posted 13 points and 16 rebounds as his strong interior presence helped Gilas Pilipinas handle Iran's physical frontline. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design582-1024x683.png)
Gilas Breaks 13-Year Iran Jinx in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers
Gilas Pilipinas ended a 13-year drought against Iran with a 68-56 victory, completing a perfect Window 4 sweep in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.