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Kenyan referee Stephen Yiembe will serve as second assistant referee in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage clash between Real Madrid and RB Salzburg on Friday in Philadelphia, marking his latest appointment on the international stage.

The 2024/25 FKF Premier League season wrapped up in thrilling fashion, with champions Kenya Police FC lifting the title and the relegation battle going down to the final whistle. While Gor Mahia settled for second, Talanta FC and Nairobi City Stars were relegated, and Posta Rangers face a playoff to stay up.

Harambee Starlets fell 1-0 to Tanzania in the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship final on Saturday, with an own goal by Enez Mango handing the hosts a record third title in a tightly contested match in Dar es Salaam.

Kenya B Morans wrapped up an unbeaten Day One at the Rugby Africa Sevens in Mauritius with dominant wins over Ghana and Uganda, topping Pool A after three straight victories without conceding in two of their matches.

Naivas thrashed champions Nairobi United 3-0 on the final day of the 2024/25 FKF National Super League season to seal a play-off spot, while APS Bomet earned direct promotion and three teams were officially relegated.

Harambee Starlets will take on hosts Tanzania in the final of the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Challenge Cup on Saturday. Both teams are unbeaten and have yet to concede a goal, setting the stage for a thrilling finale in Dar es Salaam.

Harambee Starlets cruised to a 4-0 victory over South Sudan on Wednesday evening, maintaining their perfect record at the CECAFA Women’s Championship and moving top of the group with nine points.

Two young captains are keeping grassroots football alive at Eastleigh’s PCEA grounds, where poor facilities and tight schedules haven’t stopped teams like Simba Matata FC and Melawa FC from showing up.

At Eastleigh’s PCEA grounds, Milawa FC is doing more than chasing league points, they're offering young men an alternative to crime and a shot at hope, purpose, and second chances through football.

Harambee Starlets will be out to extend their winning run at the CECAFA Women’s Championship when they take on South Sudan this afternoon in Dar es Salaam.

Harambee Starlets assistant coach Godfrey Oduor believes Kenya has what it takes to reach the global stage in women’s football if given the right support. His remarks came after the Starlets thrashed Uganda 4-0 at the CECAFA Women's Championship, where he praised the team's depth and called for greater investment in the women’s game across the region.

Before the Starlets take to the field, Group B action will begin with hosts Tanzania facing off against Burundi in a 4:00 PM kick-off.

As it stands, elected sports officials are allowed to serve a maximum of two four-year terms, totaling eight years in office.

Kenya Police FC sealed their maiden FKF Premier League title with a game to spare after edging Shabana FC 1-0 in Machakos, as attention now turns to the relegation battle and final top-half finishes across the league.

Harambee Starlets kicked off their 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship campaign with a clinical 3-0 win over Burundi in Dar es Salaam, setting the tone for a crucial Group B showdown against Uganda on Tuesday.

Nairobi United were officially crowned 2023/24 National Super League champions following a 1-0 win over MOFA in Kisumu. Elsewhere, Darajani Gogo left it late to beat Fortune Sacco in Kerugoya

After earning a Master’s degree in Geology and becoming an IT specialist, John Gachie could have stayed away from football for good. But when his son showed interest in the sport, Gachie returned to the pitch - founding Simba Matata FC and reigniting a lifelong passion rooted in legacy, love, and community.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States promises a new era for football fans, with FIFA set to roll out groundbreaking technology aimed at enhancing transparency and the viewing experience. From referee body cams and real-time VAR footage in stadiums to improved offside detection and digital substitution tablets, the tournament will serve as a testing ground for innovations shaping the future of the game.

Kenya’s Harambee Starlets have remained unmoved in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings released on 12 June 2025, staying at position 142. Despite a string of losses since February, the team now shifts focus to the upcoming CECAFA Women’s Championship in Tanzania, hoping to bounce back and build momentum ahead of the crucial 2026 WAFCON qualifiers.

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy says Tuesday’s 2-1 win over Chad in Marrakech is a sign of progress as Kenya gears up for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), with local-based players stepping up during a crucial phase of preparations.

Since taking charge, McCarthy has overseen three matches: a 2-1 loss to Gabon in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, a thrilling 3-3 draw against Gambia, and the  goalless draw with Chad, who are ranked 177th globally.

The regional tournament will serve as a crucial warm-up ahead of Kenya’s final round qualifier for the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) against The Gambia.

A former New Mathare FC goalkeeper, Eric Wafula, popularly known as Jagoal, was killed by an angry mob in Pangani, Nairobi last week after allegedly stealing a mobile phone.

Kenya’s preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations face a major financial hurdle, with Parliament’s Sports Committee warning of a critical budget shortfall. Lawmakers have flagged the lack of allocation for the Sh3.9 billion hosting rights fee as a threat to the country’s credibility, raising fresh doubts about readiness ahead of the continental showpiece.

Kenya's search for a breakthrough under new head coach Benni McCarthy continues after a goalless draw against Chad in Saturday's friendly match in Morocco, despite dominating proceedings.

According to the BBC, Atieno, who represented Harambee Stars from between 2009 and 2012, faces eight charges relating to Buchanan, including assault causing bodily harm between January 1, 2012, and January 1, 2015.

Kenyan athletes delivered a night to remember in Rome, with Beatrice Chebet smashing records in the women’s 5000m and leading a series of strong performances at the fifth leg of the 2025 Diamond League.

Gor Mahia has begun implementing wide-ranging reforms after confusion at the gates marred the Mashemeji Derby in Homa Bay. The club has issued an apology and outlined new measures to professionalise matchday operations, including removing in-house security from entry points and enforcing e-ticketing.

Harambee Starlets will begin their CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship campaign on June 14 against Burundi in Tanzania. The tournament will also serve as crucial preparation for Kenya’s upcoming WAFCON qualifiers.

CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba has given Kenya a thumbs-up ahead of CHAN 2024, saying the country is 90% ready to co-host the tournament. With preparations entering the final stretch, CAF has urged Kenya to maintain its current pace

Grassroots football coach Sabina Gicuku has spent over a decade shaping young talent in Shauri Moyo and South C. From overcoming injury to inspiring players who went on to represent Kenya, she shares her journey, challenges, and vision - all grounded in one goal: to build better people through football.

Kenya will compete in the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship in Tanzania, with the Harambee Starlets among five teams confirmed for the regional tournament set for June.

Gor, who have a better goal difference than Kenya Police, can still win the league if the boys in blue lose their final matches.

Harambee Stars Head Coach Benni McCarthy expressed optimism about the team's preparations ahead of their upcoming friendly matches against Chad, saying the players showed enthusiasm and good spirit.

The squad features a blend of youth and experience, with several familiar faces joined by promising new talents eager to make their mark on the international stage.

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has called for respect towards Victor Wanyama and other Kenyan football icons, describing the midfielder’s absence from the squad for upcoming friendlies against Chad as unfortunate but due to personal family matters.

Nairobi United will face Gor Mahia in the Mozzart Bet Cup final after a dramatic semi-final win over Mara Sugar on penalties. The showdown promises high stakes, with a CAF Confederation Cup slot and Sh2 million prize awaiting the winner.

Victor Wanyama’s surprise recall to the national team stirred online debate but FKF Vice President McDonald Mariga says age should never disqualify a player. Speaking after the midfielder’s withdrawal from the squad, Mariga called on fans to trust the coach’s judgement and stop pushing older players into early retirement.

Paris Saint-Germain were at their brilliant best in the Champions League final, demolishing Inter Milan 5–0 to win the European title for the first time in club history. The emphatic win also sealed a historic treble for Luis Enrique’s side, who outclassed the Italians from start to finish.

In the narrow streets of Majengo, Kamukunji, Chipukizi FC has quietly grown into a lifeline for local youth. What began as a youth-led self-help group has become a community football team offering structure, support, and a sense of purpose.

Kenya's national team captain Michael Olunga has officially left Al Duhail SC after three seasons, bringing to an end a prolific stint in which he became the club’s all-time top scorer with 130 goals. The Qatari side confirmed his departure on Wednesday, thanking him for his impact both on and off the pitch.

Initially named in the squad for the matches scheduled to take place in Morocco on 7 and 10 June, Wanyama has since been excused, citing “personal commitments” in the United Kingdom.

Morocco, currently ranked 60th in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings, will provide a worthy test for the Kenyan side as they continue fine-tuning ahead of the crucial qualifiers.

In the heart of Majengo, Kamukunji, a worn-out pitch becomes a training ground and a refuge every evening. At the centre of it all is Bakari Mohammed - player, coach, and mentor, quietly guiding the next generation through football. This is the story of the man behind Chipukizi FC, and the lives he’s changing in one of Nairobi’s most densely populated estates.

Victor Wanyama is set to make a shock return to the Harambee Stars after nearly five years in retirement, as head coach Benni McCarthy names him in a 25-man squad for friendlies against Chad.

With just over a month to go before CHAN 2024 kicks off, Sports CS Salim Mvurya and CAF have assured Kenyans that preparations are on track, despite growing concerns over stadium readiness.

Gor Mahia have confirmed they will refund fans who purchased tickets for the postponed Mashemeji Derby, which was originally set for May 11. The clash with AFC Leopards has now been rescheduled to June 2 in Homa Bay.

Ayioro helped the club secure all three major domestic titles: the Cymru Premier League, the Welsh Cup and the Nathaniel MG Cup, cementing the club's dominance and his own growing legacy in European football.

After nearly six months of inactivity, the Kenya Simbas are back in front of their home fans as they take on the United Arab Emirates in a friendly match at the RFUEA Grounds today. The fixture marks the start of a crucial preparation phase ahead of their Rugby Africa World Cup qualifiers in July.

Nairobi United are headed to the top flight. A 2-1 comeback win over 3K FC at Dandora Stadium has confirmed their promotion to next season’s FKF Premier League with three games to spare.

Following a poor run of form, KCB FC has suspended Head Coach Patrick Odhiambo and two members of his technical staff as the club seeks to inject fresh energy ahead of its final two matches of the FKF Premier League season.