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Michael Olunga among Africa’s top scorers in World Cup qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 12, 2025

The towering striker began with a brace in Kenya’s opening game against Seychelles, striking twice away from home.

Race for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets begins as fans eye historic tournament
Amina Wako  |  Sep 11, 2025

The tournament will be historic on two fronts: it will be the first ever World Cup jointly hosted by three nations – the United States, Canada and Mex...

All-Somali referee team makes history in charge of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 10, 2025

The quartet, led by centre referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan and assisted by Mahad Ali Mohamud Jantalman and Hamza Hagi Abdi, with Kaafi Shiine as fourth...

Benni McCarthy praises ruthless Harambee Stars after 5-0 thumping of Seychelles
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 09, 2025

McCarthy admitted there was pressure heading into the clash, but praised his players for bouncing back strongly.

Harambee Stars thrash Seychelles 5-0 in dominant World Cup qualifier win
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 09, 2025

Goals from Ryan Wesley Ogam, Collins Sichenje, and captain Michael Olunga highlighted a convincing display that underlined Kenya’s attacking depth and...

Ethiopia files FIFA complaint against Egypt over fan misconduct in World Cup qualifier
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 08, 2025

Egypt secured the win through two first-half penalties, converted by Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush.

Harambee Stars rocked as Abud Omar suspended, Omija misses Seychelles clash
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 08, 2025

Deputy captain Aboud Omar has been suspended just a day before the fixture, a decision McCarthy said was necessary to preserve discipline within the s...

FKF drops ticket prices to rally fans behind Harambee Stars at Kasarani showdown
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 07, 2025

In a statement on Sunday, FKF announced that Gold category tickets for the September 9 match, set for 4:00 pm, will now cost Sh500 instead of the orig...

Morocco becomes first African team to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 07, 2025

This will be the Atlas Lions’ third consecutive World Cup appearance and their seventh overall since first featuring on the global stage.

Rising Starlets Coach Jackline Juma unveils provisional squad for FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
Amina Wako  |  Sep 06, 2025

Selection will be based on performance, fitness, and tactical readiness for the double header against Ethiopia.

Harambee Stars’ World Cup dreams fade after 3-1 defeat to Gambia
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 05, 2025

The Stars eventually found a breakthrough in the 81st minute when Ogam scored the first goal.

McCarthy urges Harambee Stars to fight on after Gabon's win dealt huge blow to Kenya's World Cup dreams
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 04, 2025

Anything less than three points would end their campaign with two rounds still to play.

Morocco to set up courts in stadiums to tackle fan offences at 2030 World Cup
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 04, 2025

According to Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi, the changes would prevent Moroccan courts from being overwhelmed by cases during the global sporting...

Free entry as Kenya Police Bullets face Kampala Queens in CECAFA opener at Nyayo
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 03, 2025

Fans have been promised free entry, with CECAFA Competitions Director Yousuf Mossi urging Kenyans to turn out in large numbers to support women’s foot...

Gambia national team arrive in Nairobi ahead of Friday's World Cup qualifier against Kenya
Amina Wako  |  Sep 02, 2025

The match will be Gambia’s second meeting with Kenya in the qualifiers, following their 3-3 draw in March at the Stade Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan, C...

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy eyes balance ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Amina Wako  |  Sep 01, 2025

McCarthy said Kenya is closely monitoring emerging talents abroad and, while admitting World Cup qualification is slim with only four games left, stre...

Victor Wanyama backs Benni McCarthy’s squad selection ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 29, 2025

The 32-year-old midfielder also spoke about the possibility of making a return to the national team, saying, “When the time is right, then everything...

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy thanks Kenyans for ‘untouchable’ support at CHAN
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 28, 2025

Speaking at a luncheon hosted by President William Ruto at State House after the team’s return, McCarthy said the fans made the players feel “untoucha...

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy uses social media to address fans' concerns over squad selection
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 27, 2025

However, the coach chose not to address queries surrounding Austine Odhiambo, who was joint top scorer during CHAN 2024 but missed out on the call-up.

Coach Benni McCarthy unveils Harambee Stars squad as Kenya chases 2026 World Cup dream
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 27, 2025

McCarthy’s final squad features a mix of homegrown and foreign-based players, including debutant goalkeeper Job Ochieng and 13 members of the CHAN sem...

Nyayo and Ulinzi set to stage Women’s Champions League qualifiers in September
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 22, 2025

Kenya earned the hosting rights after a successful bid by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), bringing the regional competition back to the country f...

FIFA picks Somali referee and Kenyan assistant for U-20 World Cup duty
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 24, 2025

Somalia’s Omar Artan and Kenya’s Gilbert Cheruiyot have been named among the 54 match officials selected to officiate at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup...

Zimbabwe return to Rugby World Cup after 34 years with thrilling win over Namibia
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 20, 2025

Zimbabwe edged Namibia to win the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup and qualify for the World Cup.

Kenya’s World Cup dream derailed by Zimbabwe in semifinal clash
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 13, 2025

Kenya’s hopes of reaching the 2027 Rugby World Cup took a major blow on Sunday as the Simbas fell 29-23 to Zimbabwe in the Rugby Africa Cup semifinal...

Road to 2027 Rugby World Cup begins in Uganda with Africa Cup clash
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 26, 2025

Rugby Africa has unveiled the full match schedule for the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup, set for July 8–19 in Uganda, with the tournament winner earning a dir...

Kenyan referee to officiate Real Madrid match at Club World Cup
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 25, 2025

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...

Ref Cams, VAR upgrades to debut at FIFA Club World Cup 2025
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 12, 2025

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 e...

Kenya on the brink of AFCON U20 exit after falling to Tunisia
Amina Wako  |  May 04, 2025

The Rising Stars started well, taking the lead in the 16th minute through striker Lawrence Ouma. However, familiar defensive mistakes cost them dearly...

Heartbreak in Yaoundé as Junior Starlets fall short in World Cup qualification bid
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 25, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets saw their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup dream come to an end in Yaoundé after a 3-1 defeat to Cameroon in the return leg of their...

Junior Starlets suffer narrow 1-0 loss to Cameroon in first leg of crucial World Cup qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 20, 2025

Despite their best efforts, Junior Starlets could not find a way back into the match and will now have to redeem themselves in the return leg, which w...

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