Mahrez scores as Algeria book place in AFCON last 16 after 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso

Algeria have booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 after edging Burkina Faso 1-0 in a hard-fought Group E encounter

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Okello's late penalty miss leaves Uganda and Tanzania locked in AFCON 2025 stalemate

Uganda were left to rue a painful missed opportunity after Allan Okello failed to convert a late penalty as the Cranes were held to a 1-1 draw by East African rivals Tanzania

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Diallo strike gets Ivory Coast title defence off to winning start

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored the decisive goal as Ivory Coast launched their Africa Cup of Nations title defence with a controlled 1-0 victory over Mozambique

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Cameroon edge Gabon 1-0 as Eyong strike settles tight AFCON clash

Karl Etta Eyong struck inside six minutes to hand five-time champions Cameroon a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Gabon in an Africa Cup of Nations Group F encounter

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Salah's stoppage-time strike saves Egypt against Zimbabwe

Mohamed Salah struck deep into added time to rescue Egypt from an opening-day scare, as the seven-time AFCON champions edged Zimbabwe 2-1 in a dramatic Group B clash

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Hosts Morocco thrash Comoros 2-0 in AFCON 2025 opening game

Goals from Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi were enough to see hosts Morocco begin their AFCON 2025 campaign on home soil with a 2-0 win over Comoros.

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Late Daka header rescues point for Chipolopolo against Mali

Patson Daka struck deep into injury time to spare Zambia’s blushes, as the Chipolopolo held Mali to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group A match at the Africa Cup of Nations

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FIFA restores development funding for Kenyan football

FIFA has officially resumed development funding for the Football Kenya Federation, marking a significant step in Kenya’s journey to meet global football governance standards.

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List of items banned from stadiums in Morocco during AFCON 2025

Morocco AFCON 2025 organisers have released the official list of items prohibited at all tournament stadiums

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Bandari FC sack head coach Mohamed Borji

Bandari Football Club have parted ways with head coach Mohamed Borji and his assistant Tarik Bendamou.

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Harambee Starlets up seven spots to 133 in latest FIFA rankings

The Kenya women's national football team, Harambee Starlets, have risen seven positions in the latest FIFA rankings for women. 

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AFC Leopards end Mashemeji Derby drought with 1-0 win over Gor Mahia

Ingwe finally tasted Mashemeji Derby success today after edging rivals K'Ogalo 1-0 in a tense encounter at Nyayo National Stadium.

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Mashemeji Derby: Vendors to pay Sh500 to access gates at Nyayo, parking set at Sh100

Nyayo Stadium will operate under tighter entry, parking, and vendor rules for the Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards this Sunday.

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Gor Mahia midfielder Morrison involved in car accident days to Mashemeji Derby

Gor Mahia midfielder Enock Morrison was involved in a car accident while en route to training this morning.

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CAF Confederation Cup: Nairobi United suffer 1-0 loss to AS Maniema Union

Nairobi United’s dream in the CAF Confederation Cup took a hit yesterday after suffering a tough 1-0 defeat to DR Congo’s AS Maniema Union at Kasarani Stadium.

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Kenya's Wanyonyi wins 2025 World Athletics Male Track Athlete of the Year award

Emmanuel Wanyonyi has been named the 2025 World Athletics Male Track Athlete of the Year, as he becomes only the third Kenyan man to win the prestigious honour

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FIFA, SFD ink Sh129 billion deal to support sports infrastructure in developing nations

The Saudi Fund for Development and FIFA have announced up to one billion dollars in concessional loans to build and upgrade sports stadiums worldwide.

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Talanta Stadium will cost taxpayers Sh145b, Ndindi Nyoro claims

Talanta Stadium could impose a far heavier financial burden on Kenyans than first projected, according to claims by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro.

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FKF President Mohammed apologises for Harambee Stars 8-0 mauling by Senegal

FKF President Hussein Mohammed has issued a public apology to Kenyan fans following Harambee Stars’ overwhelming 8-0 defeat to Senegal in last night's international friendly

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Former Harambee Stars coach Migne leads Haiti to World Cup despite never visiting the country

Sebastien Migne, a Frenchman who turns 52 this year, has been unable to visit Haiti since taking charge 18 months ago due to ongoing security concerns

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McCarthy: For I know the plans I have for you...plans to give a future

Since Benni McCarthy’s appointment as Harambee Stars head coach, he has wasted no time in making one thing clear: if you are good enough, you are old enough.

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FIFA steps up online abuse crackdown

FIFA has stepped up its battle against online abuse, unveiling expanded actions and strict measures designed to safeguard players, officials, and football communities

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DR Congo beat Nigeria to keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive

Democratic Republic of Congo ended Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a penalty shootout victory in the African play-offs final on Sunday.

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DR Congo beat Nigeria to keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive

Democratic Republic of Congo ended Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a penalty shootout victory in the African play-offs final on Sunday.

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Aldrine Kibet: Celta Vigo youngster living the dream

“My goal was to be in the national team by 2027, ready for the AFCON, but now it has come even earlier. First thing I want to do is to make my debut and score goals..."

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'I just want to make it': Gor Mahia's Bryton Onyona eyes Harambee Stars debut

You've probably heard the commentator mention this name if you happen to follow Kenya's local football scene. If you haven't, you'll probably get the hang of it in the future.

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FIFA unites players' unions in Rabat to boost welfare and governance

Representatives from about 30 players’ unions participated, continuing the momentum from constructive dialogue in July in New York

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CAF and PUMA unveil the ITRI, official AFCON 2025 match ball

CAF and PUMA have introduced the Official Match Ball for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.

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Harambee Stars to face Senegal in Turkey international friendly

Harambee Stars will square off against Senegal in an international friendly set to be played at the Mardan Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkey, on November 18.

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Harambee Starlets tactician Odemba crowned October Coach of the Month

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has been honoured as the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) and Betika Coach of the Month for October 2025.

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Serbian coach Stojanovic takes charge at Police FC after Ndayiragije exit

Kenya Police FC have appointed Serbian tactician Dusan Stojanovic as their new head coach.

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Naibois draw Wydad, Maniema and Azam in CAF Confederation group stage

Kenya’s Nairobi United FC have been drawn in Group B of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage alongside heavyweights Morocco’s Wydad Athletic, Congo’s Maniema and Azam

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Gor Mahia slapped with Sh300,000 fine for security breaches and crowd trouble

FKF's Disciplinary Committee has imposed a Sh300,000 fine on Gor Mahia for security lapses and crowd trouble during their SportPesa Premier League match against Bidco

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Zambia sack Avram Grant after tough World Cup qualifying run

Zambia have confirmed the departure of 70-year-old Israeli coach Avram Grant, who led the national team through a difficult 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

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Naibois to bank at least Sh51 million after CAF Confederation Cup qualification

Nairobi United sealed a historic qualification to the Group Stage of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, delivering a major financial boost and a landmark moment for Kenyan club football.

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Kenya's Esther Gitahi handed four-year ban after positive EPO test

26-year-old Kenyan middle-distance runner Esther Gitahi has been banned from athletics for four years after testing positive for erythropoietin (EPO)

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Harambee Starlets seal 2026 WAFCON qualification

The victory confirms the girls' second appearance at WAFCON, their first since 2016.

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Historic win as Kenya claims two gold medals in Para-Badminton debut

Speaking moments after the final whistle, team captain Newton Gatobu expressed evident pride and called for long-term support.

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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.

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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

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