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Harambee Stars withdraw from CECAFA Four Nations tournament
Harambee Stars have officially withdrawn from the upcoming CECAFA Four Nations Tournament scheduled in Tanzania.
By 10 days 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 13 days 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 15 days 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 18 days 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 1 month 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 1 month ago
Williams ready to make history with Sundowns at FIFA Club World Cup
Sundowns striker Shalulile targets goals and glory at FIFA Club World Cup
Mamelodi Sundowns’ talismanic striker Peter Shalulile is dreaming big as the South African giants prepare for their second-ever appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup
By 1 month ago
Sundowns striker Shalulile targets goals and glory at FIFA Club World Cup
Shot in the arm as Mathare United land sponsorship deal
Kenyan football club Mathare United have taken a significant step forward in pursuit of stability and success, following the announcement of a one-year partnership gaming firm 1XBET.
By 1 month ago
Shot in the arm as Mathare United land sponsorship deal
Former Harambee Stars striker Taiwo Atieno charged with assaulting ex-girlfriend
Taiwo Atieno was brought to court in the United Kingdom last week on serious allegations of assault and controlling behaviour towards British singer Keisha Buchanan
By 1 month ago
Former Harambee Stars striker Taiwo Atieno charged with assaulting ex-girlfriend
Harambee Starlets fall 5-1 to Atlas Lionesses in friendly
Kenya’s women’s national football team suffered a tough defeat at the hands of Morocco last night, losing 5-1 in a friendly match
By 1 month ago
Harambee Starlets fall 5-1 to Atlas Lionesses in friendly
Wanyama withdraws from Harambee Stars squad for Chad friendlies
Veteran Kenyan midfielder Victor Wanyama has pulled out from the latest provisional Harambee Stars squad set for upcoming international friendlies against Chad.
By 2 months ago
Wanyama withdraws from Harambee Stars squad for Chad friendlies
Drogba: FIFA Club World Cup important for Africa's rise
Didier Drogba has lauded the upcoming rebranded FIFA Club World Cup as a prime opportunity for African clubs and players to showcase their talent on the world stage.
By 2 months ago
Drogba: FIFA Club World Cup important for Africa's rise
With 66 days left, will Kenya really be ready to host CHAN 2024?
CAF backs Kenya to host August continental showpiece. Sports CS Salim Mvurya pleased with stadia progress.
By 2 months ago
With 66 days left, will Kenya really be ready to host CHAN 2024?
With 67 days left, will Kenya be ready to host CHAN 2024?
Will Kenya be ready in time to host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) this year?
By 2 months ago
With 67 days left, will Kenya be ready to host CHAN 2024?
CAF inspects Kenya's 2025 CHAN preparations ahead of August tournament
(CAF) is currently in Kenya for a three-day inspection visit to evaluate the country's readiness to co-host the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN)
By 2 months ago
CAF inspects Kenya's 2025 CHAN preparations ahead of August tournament
Government takes over Isiolo Stadium project after six years of stalled construction
The government has formally taken over the stalled construction of Isiolo Stadium, a project that has been incomplete for close to six years.
By 2 months ago
Government takes over Isiolo Stadium project after six years of stalled construction
Gor Mahia sack head coach Sinisa Mihic, Zico takes charge
Gor Mahia FC yesterday announced the departure of head coach Sinisa Mihic after just three months in charge, citing mutual agreement amid a challenging period for the club.
By 2 months ago
Gor Mahia sack head coach Sinisa Mihic, Zico takes charge
Arsenal Fan TV's Robbie Lyle meets FKF President Hussein Mohammed
Robbie Lyle, the renowned founder of Arsenal Fan TV, made a memorable visit to Kenya this weekend, meeting FKF President Hussein Mohammed
By 2 months ago
Arsenal Fan TV's Robbie Lyle meets FKF President Hussein Mohammed
East Africa moves forward with hosting plans for CHAN 2025
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are on track to finalise their hosting arrangements for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN),
By 2 months ago
East Africa moves forward with hosting plans for CHAN 2025
Kabras coach Kyatwa wins April Coach of the Month award
Kabras Sugar RFC head coach Carlos Kyatwa has been named the SJAK/Betika Coach of the Month for April.
By 2 months ago
Kabras coach Kyatwa wins April Coach of the Month award
Rising Stars suffer second consecutive defeat at AFCON U-20 in Cairo
Rising Stars faced a tough setback in their ongoing AFCON U-20 campaign, losing 3-1 to Tunisia in a match held on Sunday at Cairo’s 30th June Stadium
By 2 months ago
Rising Stars suffer second consecutive defeat at AFCON U-20 in Cairo
German legend Schweinsteiger leads Champions League Trophy Tour in Kenya
Before either Arsenal, Barcelona, Inter Milan, or Paris St Germain lift the UEFA Champions League winners’ trophy, Kenyan fans will have a chance to see it live.
By 2 months ago
German legend Schweinsteiger leads Champions League Trophy Tour in Kenya
Kayange appointed chair of the Coordination Commission for Dakar 2026
IOC Member Humphrey Kayange has been named as the new Chair of the IOC Coordination Commission for the 4th Summer Youth Olympic Games
By 3 months ago
Kayange appointed chair of the Coordination Commission for Dakar 2026
Junior Starlets jet off to Cameroon, set for redemption in World Cup Qualifier
The Kenyan women’s Under-17 national football team has embarked on a pivotal journey to Cameroon for the second leg of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifiers.
By 3 months ago
Junior Starlets jet off to Cameroon, set for redemption in World Cup Qualifier
Kenya's Rising Stars touch down in Cairo for AFCON U-20
The Rising Stars arrived in Cairo, Egypt, yesterday, gearing up for the highly anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
By 3 months ago
Kenya's Rising Stars touch down in Cairo for AFCON U-20
Infantino mourns Pope Francis, celebrates his football legacy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and followers of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88.
By 3 months ago
Infantino mourns Pope Francis, celebrates his football legacy
Junior Starlets lose 1-0 to Cameroon in World Cup Qualifier first leg
Kenya Junior Starlets lose 1-0 to Cameroon’s Young Lionesses in first leg of FIFA under 17 World Cup Qualifiers.
By 3 months ago
Junior Starlets lose 1-0 to Cameroon in World Cup Qualifier first leg
Football fraternity mourns former KFF Secretary General Sammy Obingo
Kenyan football fraternity is in mourning following the death of long-serving football administrator and former Secretary General of the then Kenya Football Federation (KFF), Sammy Obingo.
By 3 months ago
Football fraternity mourns former KFF Secretary General Sammy Obingo
Selemani Mwalimu: 19-year-old Tanzanian dreams of shining at Wydad Casablanca
Tanzanian forward Selemani Mwalimu is bursting with excitement after finally realizing his dream of becoming a proper professional football player.
By 3 months ago
Selemani Mwalimu: 19-year-old Tanzanian dreams of shining at Wydad Casablanca
Junior Starlets' Cheche named March Coach of the Month
Kenya National Women’s U-17 team head coach, Mildred Cheche, was yesterday named Sports Journalists Association of Kenya Coach of the Month for March 2025.
By 3 months ago
Junior Starlets' Cheche named March Coach of the Month
Kenyan referee Stephen Yiembe selected to officiate at FIFA Club World Cup
Kenyan referee Stephen Yiembe is the only official from the Council for East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) region selected for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in America.
By 3 months ago
Kenyan referee Stephen Yiembe selected to officiate at FIFA Club World Cup
Mohamed Salah commits to Liverpool with new two-year deal
Liverpool FC have confirmed that star forward Egyptian star winger Mohamed Salah has signed a new two-year contract, putting to rest months of speculation about his future.
By 3 months ago
Mohamed Salah commits to Liverpool with new two-year deal
Kenya pays Sh1.6b hosting fees to CAF, prepares for CHAN and AFCON
Kenya has reiterated its dedication to hosting the 2027 AFCON and the 2025 CHAN by confirming a remittance of Ksh 1.6 billion hosting fees to CAF.
By 3 months ago
Kenya pays Sh1.6b hosting fees to CAF, prepares for CHAN and AFCON
UEFA President Ceferin slams 64-team World Cup proposal
In a firm stance against expanding the men’s World Cup to 64 teams in 2030, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has labeled the proposal a “bad idea.”
By 3 months ago
UEFA President Ceferin slams 64-team World Cup proposal
Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City at the end of the season
Renowned Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has revealed that he will part ways with Manchester City at the end of the current season.
By 3 months ago
Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City at the end of the season
The Offside rule in football
The offside rule is one of the most debated and misunderstood regulations in football. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the flow and fairness of the game.
By 3 months ago
The Offside rule in football
Harambee Stars right-back Rooney Onyango moves to Norwegian side Sogndal
Rooney Onyango has signed a two-year contract with Norwegian club Sogndal Football.
By 3 months ago
Harambee Stars right-back Rooney Onyango moves to Norwegian side Sogndal
Junior Starlets ready for Morocco friendlies ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Junior Starlets are set to face the Morocco U17 team in two friendly matches as part of their preparation for the third round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
By 3 months ago
Junior Starlets ready for Morocco friendlies ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Victor Wanyama signs short-term deal with Dunfermline Athletic
Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has officially joined Scottish Championship club Dunfermline Athletic FC on a short-term contract.
By 4 months ago
Victor Wanyama signs short-term deal with Dunfermline Athletic
FKF launches investigation into Patrick Matasi alleged match-fixing video
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has launched an official investigation into claims that Harambee Stars goalkeeper, Patrick Matasi, was involved in match-fixing.
By 4 months ago
FKF launches investigation into Patrick Matasi alleged match-fixing video
Lawsuits pile against the State over atrocities
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