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Four Kenyan referees selected for AFCON 2025 in Morocco
Kenya will be represented by four referees at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with a dedicated pre-tournament preparation course set to run ahead of the event.
By 7 days ago
Four Kenyan referees selected for AFCON 2025 in Morocco
World record holder Chepng'etich gets three-year ban for anti-doping rule violations
Marathoner Ruth Chepngetich banned for three years after admitting to anti-doping rule violations; she was suspended in July following a positive test for a banned diuretic. Standardmedia.co.ke
By 7 days ago
World record holder Chepng'etich gets three-year ban for anti-doping rule violations
Ivory Coast seal World Cup berth with dominant 3-0 win over Kenya in Abidjan
Ivory Coast last night booked their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Kenya in their final Group F clash at the Alassane Ouattara Ebimpé Olympic Stadium
By 15 days ago
Ivory Coast seal World Cup berth with dominant 3-0 win over Kenya in Abidjan
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Raila Odinga: Remembering a patron of Kenyan football and true Arsenal believer
Among the many corners of grief after Raila's death is the sports fraternity, particularly football, which has lost one of its most reliable supporters
By 15 days ago
Raila Odinga: Remembering a patron of Kenyan football and true Arsenal believer
FIFA unveils Trionda, the official 2026 World Cup match ball
FIFA on Thursday lifted the curtain on the adidas TRIONDA, the official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
By 27 days ago
FIFA unveils Trionda, the official 2026 World Cup match ball
Victor Wanyama lands role at FIFPRO Global Player Council
Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has been selected to join FIFPRO’s newly launched Global Player Council
By 29 days ago
Victor Wanyama lands role at FIFPRO Global Player Council
Austine Odhiambo back in Harambee Stars squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Gor Mahia midfielder Austine Odhiambo has been named in Harambee Stars' squad for the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
By 1 month ago
Austine Odhiambo back in Harambee Stars squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Mogadishu City Club issues apology over Kenyan flag incident
Mogadishu City Club apologises after supporters were seen kicking the Kenyan flag during the CAF Champions League first-leg match
By 1 month ago
Mogadishu City Club issues apology over Kenyan flag incident
Heartbreak for Yego as ankle injury ends medal hopes in Tokyo Javelin final
Kenya’s Julius Yego saw his bid for a long-awaited World Athletics Championships medal end in heartbreak this afternoon after suffering an ankle injury during the men’s javelin final in Tokyo.
By 1 month ago
Heartbreak for Yego as ankle injury ends medal hopes in Tokyo Javelin final
World Athletics Championships: Moraa, Odira advance to 800m semis
Mary Moraa kept her title defence hopes alive at the 2025 World Athletics Championships after qualifying for the 800m semi-finals alongside compatriot Lilian Odira
By 1 month ago
World Athletics Championships: Moraa, Odira advance to 800m semis
World Athletics Championships: Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi cruises into 800m final
Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi underlined his growing reputation on the global stage after powering into the men’s 800 metres final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
By 1 month ago
World Athletics Championships: Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi cruises into 800m final
Cherotich stuns Yavi to win 3000m steeplechase Gold
Kenya’s Faith Cherotich produced a storming final lap to snatch women’s 3,000m steeplechase gold at the World Athletics Championships
By 1 month ago
Cherotich stuns Yavi to win 3000m steeplechase Gold
Club benefits programme to reward record number of clubs ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
FIFA is expanding its Club Benefits Programme for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to recognise and reward a larger share of clubs than ever before.
By 1 month ago
Club benefits programme to reward record number of clubs ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Harambee Stars defender Omija completes move to Tunisian club Etoile Sportive du Sahel
Harambee Stars defender Alphonce Omija has completed a move to Tunisian club Étoile Sportive du Sahel.
By 1 month ago
Harambee Stars defender Omija completes move to Tunisian club Etoile Sportive du Sahel
One week left before 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket sales begin
The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially begun, with the first phase of ticket sales set to open in one week.
By 1 month ago
One week left before 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket sales begin
Tusker FC bids farewell as Ogam seals move to Austria's Wolfsberger AC
Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam has completed a dream move to Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC, marking another major step in his meteoric football journey.
By 1 month ago
Tusker FC bids farewell as Ogam seals move to Austria's Wolfsberger AC
Grimsby Town fined Sh3.4 million for fielding ineligible Kenyan midfielder in win over Man United
Grimsby Town’s fairytale Carabao Cup triumph over Manchester United has been overshadowed by a costly administrative error that has left the League Two side facing a £20,000 ($27,000) fine.
By 1 month ago
Grimsby Town fined Sh3.4 million for fielding ineligible Kenyan midfielder in win over Man United
Infantino, Motsepe term Chan 2024 a success
Fifa President Gianni Infantino and his CAF counterpart Patrice Motsepe have lauded the East African countries for successfully co-hosting Chan 2024 tournament.
By 1 month ago
Infantino, Motsepe term Chan 2024 a success
Infantino meets Ruto, visits Talanta Stadium and attends CHAN 2024 final
Gianni Infantino met President Ruto and received the deeds to the land where FKF’s new technical centre will be built with FIFA Forward support
By 1 month ago
Infantino meets Ruto, visits Talanta Stadium and attends CHAN 2024 final
Wanyama, Ngasa bring CHAN 2024 trophy to Standard Group HQ
Standard Group journalists today got the chance to experience and take pictures with the new African Nations Championship trophy as it was presented at the company’s premises
By 2 months ago
Wanyama, Ngasa bring CHAN 2024 trophy to Standard Group HQ
Avram Grant: Zambia manager playing the long game amid disastrous CHAN campaign
Falling short would be an understatement when describing Zambia’s journey in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024).
By 2 months ago
Avram Grant: Zambia manager playing the long game amid disastrous CHAN campaign
The real football fans light up Kasarani as 2024 Chan hits full swing
Thousands swarmed beautifully renovated Kasarani and Nyayo stadia despite ticketing scam, restrictions and CAF fine
By 2 months ago
The real football fans light up Kasarani as 2024 Chan hits full swing
Captain Abud Omar lauds Nabwire despite red card
10-man Harambee Stars on Thursday night held their nerve to force a 1-1 draw against a stubborn ‘antelopes’ side at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani.
By 2 months ago
Captain Abud Omar lauds Nabwire despite red card
Exhausted McCarthy feels very fortunate
An exhausted Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy was extremely proud of his players’ commitment and grit after they battled to a dramatic 1-1 draw against Angola in CHAN 2024.
By 2 months ago
Exhausted McCarthy feels very fortunate
McCarthy lauds VAR after Harambee Stars dramatic draw with Angola
Despite playing under the lights for more than 70 minutes with 10 men, Harambee Stars’ resilient display earned praise from head coach Benni McCarthy.
By 2 months ago
McCarthy lauds VAR after Harambee Stars dramatic draw with Angola
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Kenyan fans get true taste of international football tournament
Fans, who knew gates would open three hours before kickoff, showed up in large numbers, only to be met by strict and somewhat confusing logistical procedures.
By 2 months ago
Kenyan fans get true taste of international football tournament
Favourites Morocco begin CHAN 2024 with solid 2-0 win over Angola
Morocco storms to top of Group A with a 2-0 win over Angola in CHAN 2024 opener; Kenya takes on Angola on Thursday, before a showdown with Atlas Lions on Sunday, Aug 10.
By 2 months ago
Favourites Morocco begin CHAN 2024 with solid 2-0 win over Angola
Hosts Tanzania beat Burkina Faso 2-0 in CHAN 2024 opener
CHAN 2024: A first half stoppage time penalty from Adul Suleiman and a second half Mohamed Husseini header sealed a comfortable 2-0 win for hosts Tanzania against Burkina Faso
By 2 months ago
Hosts Tanzania beat Burkina Faso 2-0 in CHAN 2024 opener
Dennis Oliech unveiled as Pamoja CHAN 2024 Ambassador for Kenya
Former Harambee Stars striker Dennis "The Menace" Oliech has been unveiled as the Pamoja African Nations Championship Ambassador for Kenya.
By 2 months ago
Dennis Oliech unveiled as Pamoja CHAN 2024 Ambassador for Kenya
Kenyan referee Wanjiru selected to officiate at FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
Kenyan referee Josephine Wanjiru has been selected to officiate at the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
By 2 months ago
Kenyan referee Wanjiru selected to officiate at FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
Kenyan referee Cheruiyot selected to officiate at 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup
Kenyan referee Gilbert Cheruiyot has proudly earned a coveted spot to officiate at the upcoming 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile
By 3 months ago
Kenyan referee Cheruiyot selected to officiate at 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup
FIFA launches Africa headquarters in Rabat
FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) celebrated the official opening of the FIFA Africa Office in Rabat on Saturday, July 26.
By 3 months ago
FIFA launches Africa headquarters in Rabat
Why we decided not to play Four Nations tournament in Tanzania - Benni McCarthy
Just when we thought the mood was set and the country ready to host a wonderful 2024 CHAN, recent theatrics surrounding the Harambee Stars are hard to ignore.
By 3 months ago
Why we decided not to play Four Nations tournament in Tanzania - Benni McCarthy
Junior Starlets coach Cheche part of FIFA Elite Performance Program
Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche is currently part of FIFA’s prestigious Elite Performance Coach Mentorship Program, now underway in Zurich.
By 3 months ago
Junior Starlets coach Cheche part of FIFA Elite Performance Program
Harambee Stars withdraw from CECAFA Four Nations tournament
Harambee Stars have officially withdrawn from the upcoming CECAFA Four Nations Tournament scheduled in Tanzania.
By 3 months ago
Harambee Stars withdraw from CECAFA Four Nations tournament
CAF names 70 match officials for CHAN 2024
CAF has unveiled the official list of referees, assistant referees, and Video Match Officials selected for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship CHAN 2024
By 3 months ago
CAF names 70 match officials for CHAN 2024
Celta Vigo confirm signing of Kenyan midfielder Aldrine Kibet on four-year deal
Kenya U20 midfielder Aldrine Kibet is now a Celta Vigo player
By 3 months ago
Celta Vigo confirm signing of Kenyan midfielder Aldrine Kibet on four-year deal
Collina praises ref-cam, new rules after successful Club World Cup trial
FIFA Referees Committee chairman Pierluigi Collina Lauds Ref-Cam, Faster Offside Calls and New Goalkeeper Time-Limit after Club World Cup Trial
By 3 months ago
Collina praises ref-cam, new rules after successful Club World Cup trial
AFC Leopards head to Bungoma for 2025 gala and culture fest
AFC Leopards are set to host the second edition of their much-anticipated Player Awards Gala and Cultural Week from July 21 to 26, 2025, in Bungoma County
By 4 months ago
AFC Leopards head to Bungoma for 2025 gala and culture fest
Williams ready to make history with Sundowns at FIFA Club World Cup
CAF Goalkeeper of the Year, Mamelodi Sundowns star goalkeeper Ronwen Williams is dreaming big—and he’s not alone.
By 4 months ago
Williams ready to make history with Sundowns at FIFA Club World Cup
Mystery clouds destination of Sh8.2b Indian Ocean drug haul
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Kenyans grapple with stagnation, decline in earnings
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