AFCON 2027 Stories

Government sets aside Sh44.7 billion for Talanta Sports Complex as part of AFCON preparations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Cabinet Secretary for Defense Soipan Tuya noted that construction of the new stadium is currently at 37 percent completion and is expected to be finis...

McCarthy: Until someone proves better, Olunga leads the Harambee Stars line
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

McCarthy was unwavering in his belief that the Qatar-based forward remains the best option to lead Kenya’s frontline until a better alternative emerge...

State reaffirms commitment to hosting AFCON 2027, CHAN 2025 as it pushes forward with stadium projects
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

The State Department for Sports confirmed that a Sh1.6 billion hosting fee has already been paid to the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Hope against the odds: Somalia chase historic point against Senegal in AFCON U17
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 07, 2025

Somalia may be bottom of Group C, but they’re not out of hope. As they prepare to face defending champions Senegal, the tone in camp is one of belief,...

Salim Babu confident in Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 preparations
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 04, 2025

Rising Stars will be making their debut in the tournament, having been drawn in Group C alongside reigning champions Senegal, 2017 winners Zambia, and...

Kenyan referee Dickens Mimisa selected to officiate at 2025 AFCON U20 tournament in Egypt
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 03, 2025

Kenyan referee Dickens Mimisa has been selected among 14 African officials for the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament in Egypt. The 33-year-old, who recently o...

Somalia and Tunisia set for high-stakes CAF U-17 AFCON opener in El Jadida
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

This marks the first meeting between the two sides in the competition, with both teams aiming for a strong start in what promises to be a competitive...

AFC Leopards host Gor Mahia in the 96th league Mashemeji Derby
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 30, 2025

Gor Mahia are currently third in the league with 42 points, trailing Kenya Police (45 points) and leaders (45 points). AFC Leopards sit fifth with 36...

Kenya U20 Head Coach Salim Babu names provisional squad for AFCON
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 28, 2025

Kenya U20 head coach Salim Babu has named a 35-man provisional squad for the upcoming TotalEnergies U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to begin on...

Egypt to host 2025 U20 AFCON after Ivory Coast’s withdrawal
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 27, 2025

Egypt will host the 2025 U20 AFCON after Ivory Coast withdrew as hosts, CAF confirmed on Tuesday. The tournament, set to run from April 27 to May 18,...

Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 preparations continue amid hosting crisis
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 26, 2025

Kenya’s U20 national football team, the Rising Stars, are pushing ahead with their preparations for the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament despite fresh uncert...

A bright future for Harambee Stars despite stumbles in Benni McCarthy first two matches in charge
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 24, 2025

His arrival has brought a fresh perspective to the national team, highlighted by the introduction of new players, particularly Mohammed Bajaber and Wi...

Talanta Hela Stadium to be Kenya's largest sports arena upon completion
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 11, 2025

The construction of this stadium marks a new history as it has been 45 years since Kenya built a stadium of such magnitude.

Against All Odds: How Harambee Starlets triumphed in Tunisia
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 28, 2025

Harambee Starlets won that match 1-0 to progress to the next phase of the qualifiers and, as a result, made history by becoming the first Kenyan team...

WAFCON 2026: Uganda crash out as Ethiopia pull off stunning comeback
Amina Wako  |  Feb 27, 2025

Uganda’s bid to reach the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations came to a painful end after Ethiopia overturned a first-leg deficit to win on penalties i...

Heroic Starlets edge Tunisia to keep WAFCON dream alive
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 26, 2025

Harambee Starlets are one step closer to WAFCON after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Tunisia in Sousse. Tereza Engesha’s early goal and Lilian Awuor’s...

Starlets name travelling squad, set to depart for Tunisia for return leg
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 24, 2025

Harambee Starlets have named their 23-player travelling squad and will depart tonight, Monday, 24th February, for Tunisia ahead of their decisive seco...

Odemba confident Harambee Starlets will find their finishing touch in Tunisia
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 22, 2025

Harambee Starlets were held to a goalless draw by Tunisia in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier, leaving them with everything to play for in the return leg....

Wasteful Harambee Starlets held to goalless draw by Tunisia in WAFCON qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 21, 2025

Harambee Starlets were left frustrated after a wasteful display saw them settle for a goalless draw against Tunisia in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier at...

All you need to know about ticketing and where to watch Harambee Starlets vs Tunisia
Rama Mohammed  |  Feb 19, 2025

Harambee Starlets will host Tunisia this Friday at Nairobi's Ulinzi Sports Complex. Kick-off is at 3:00 PM EAT.

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