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Arsenal Thrashes Atletico 4-0 and Newcastle Beats Benfica 3-0 in Champions League

Arsenal maintained their perfect Champions League start by thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium on October 21, 2025. Viktor Gyokeres scored twice for Arsenal, ending his nine-game goal drought. In another match, Newcastle United secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Jose Mourinho's Benfica at St. James' Park. Substitute Harvey Barnes scored twice for Newcastle United. Other Champions League matches saw PSG score seven goals, while Barcelona and Arsenal also ran riot.

PSG hit seven, Barcelona, Arsenal run riot as Champions League rains goals

PSG hit seven, Barcelona, Arsenal run riot as Champions League rains goals

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Gyokeres ends goal drought in Arsenal thrashing of Atletico

Gyokeres ends goal drought in Arsenal thrashing of Atletico

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Newcastle too good for 'little Magpie' Mourinho's Benfica

Newcastle too good for 'little Magpie' Mourinho's Benfica

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Europa League beckons as Dyche prepares for Forest bow

Europa League beckons as Dyche prepares for Forest bow

New manager Sean Dyche is set to make his debut for Nottingham Forest in their Europa League match against Porto, aiming to turn around the club's turbulent season.

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It's all systems go as Standard Classic heads to Royal Club

It's all systems go as Standard Classic heads to Royal Club

The Standard County Golf Classic, Nairobi edition, is set to take place tomorrow at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club (RNGC), with over 250 players expected to compete. This event follows the successful Eldoret leg held on June 14.

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PSG hit seven, Barcelona, Arsenal run riot as Champions League rains goals

PSG hit seven, Barcelona, Arsenal run riot as Champions League rains goals

PSG scored seven and both Barca and PSV Eindhoven hit six in big victories while Arsenal crushed Atletico Madrid 4-0 on a prolific night of Champions League action.

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Gyokeres ends goal drought in Arsenal thrashing of Atletico

Gyokeres ends goal drought in Arsenal thrashing of Atletico

Arsenal maintained their perfect Champions League start, thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0, with Viktor Gyokeres ending his nine-game goal drought by scoring twice. The goals came in a dominant second half at the Emirates Stadium on October 21, 2025.

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Newcastle too good for 'little Magpie' Mourinho's Benfica

Newcastle too good for 'little Magpie' Mourinho's Benfica

Newcastle United secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Jose Mourinho's Benfica in a Champions League match at St. James' Park, with substitute Harvey Barnes scoring twice.

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La Liga cancel plan to hold Villarreal v Barcelona match in Miami

La Liga cancel plan to hold Villarreal v Barcelona match in Miami

La Liga has canceled its plan to hold the Villarreal versus Barcelona match in Miami on December 20, citing "uncertainty" within Spain regarding the fixture. This marks a setback for La Liga's efforts to stage a regular season game abroad, a move that faced significant opposition.

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Kenyan boxers post mixed results at continental showpiece

Kenyan boxers post mixed results at continental showpiece

On Day 1 of the Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships at Kasarani Gymnasium, Kenya experienced mixed results, initially suffering five consecutive losses before several boxers secured wins to keep their title hopes alive.

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Bayern Munich extend coach Kompany's contract until 2029

Bayern Munich extend coach Kompany's contract until 2029

Bayern Munich has extended coach Vincent Kompany's contract by two years, securing him until 2029. This comes after his debut season where he reclaimed the German title and has seen the team achieve 11 wins in 11 games this season.

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Scotland rugby coach Townsend 'doesn't see conflicts' with Red Bull role

Scotland rugby coach Townsend 'doesn't see conflicts' with Red Bull role

Scotland rugby coach Gregor Townsend is defending his decision to take on a part-time advisory role with Red Bull, stating it will "energise" him rather than distract from his primary coaching duties for the national team.

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Dembele set for PSG return against Leverkusen today

Dembele set for PSG return against Leverkusen today

Star forward Ousmane Dembele is set to return for Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League match today against Bayer Leverkusen after a six-week injury layoff.

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Durant agrees to NBA Rockets two-year $90m extension

Durant agrees to NBA Rockets two-year $90m extension

NBA superstar Kevin Durant has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets. This deal will make him the highest career earner in NBA history, surpassing LeBron James.

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Doncic anchors Lakers' title bid in LeBron's possible last stand

Doncic anchors Lakers' title bid in LeBron's possible last stand

The Los Angeles Lakers begin their season with LeBron James sidelined due to sciatica, placing the burden of their title aspirations on newly acquired star Luka Doncic. This season marks a potential "last stand" for James' illustrious career, as Doncic steps into a leadership role for the team.

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Amorim wants more after 'biggest' Man Utd win at Liverpool

Amorim wants more after 'biggest' Man Utd win at Liverpool

Manchester United secured a significant 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, a win coach Ruben Amorim described as their "biggest" since he took charge. This marks their first win at Anfield since 2016 and their first back-to-back Premier League victories under Amorim.

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Focus on Alvarez as Atletico take on Arsenal

Focus on Alvarez as Atletico take on Arsenal

Julian Alvarez is proving to be Atletico Madrid's key player, and their upcoming Champions League match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday is crucial for the club to demonstrate they can fulfill his ambitions and compete among Europe's elite.

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Police has work to do as Nairobi United close in on CAF history

Police has work to do as Nairobi United close in on CAF history

Kenyan football clubs experienced contrasting fortunes in CAF inter-club campaigns, with Kenya Police stumbling in the Champions League while Nairobi United achieved a significant win in the Confederation Cup, moving closer to making history.

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Kenyans off to false start at Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships

Kenyans off to false start at Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships

Kenyan boxers faced a disappointing start at the Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships in Nairobi, with five out of six losing their opening matches on Sunday evening. This development has cast doubt on their ambition to win the overall title.

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Kioni makes history with win in Rift Valley Matchplay tournament

Kioni makes history with win in Rift Valley Matchplay tournament

Francis Kioni won the recently restored Rift Valley Matchplay Championship at Nakuru Golf Club, marking a significant return for the 95-year-old event. The championship was part of the Mashujaa Charity Shield Golf Tournament, which raised over Sh660,000 for the Love and Hope Center.

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Swimmers in last push for medals at Africa Zone Three competition

Swimmers in last push for medals at Africa Zone Three competition

Kenyan swimmers are making a final push for medals today at the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship held at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. Team Kenya aims to secure the overall title against strong competition from Uganda and Tanzania.

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Kenyans step up hunt for medals at Africa Zone Three swimming championship

Kenyans step up hunt for medals at Africa Zone Three swimming championship

Kenyan swimmers are aggressively pursuing medals at the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, facing strong competition from Uganda, Tanzania, and Sudan. On day two, Kenya continued to register impressive results, enhancing their chances of an overall victory in the four-day event.

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Kenyan boxers ready to roar at Africa Zone Three event

Kenyan boxers ready to roar at Africa Zone Three event

The Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships are set to begin today with host nation Kenya fielding a strong contingent of 35 boxers across two teams, aiming for the overall title. Kenyan captain Elizabeth Andiego has urged her teammates to take every bout seriously in the highly anticipated competition at Kasarani Stadium’s Indoor Arena.

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Harambee Starlets call on fans support ahead of Wafcon qualifier

Harambee Starlets call on fans support ahead of Wafcon qualifier

The Harambee Starlets are intensifying preparations for their 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) qualifier against Gambia, with the first leg scheduled for next Friday at Nyayo Stadium. The team is calling for strong fan support to secure their return to the continental stage after a long absence.

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Athletics and rugby take centre stage in Machakos

Athletics and rugby take centre stage in Machakos

The Betika BingwaFest Season Two in Machakos County is set for a thrilling weekend with top athletes Asbel Kiprop and Amason Sampao renewing their rivalry in track events, while rugby and basketball competitions also take center stage.

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Promising start for Kenya at Africa Aquatics Zone Three championship

Promising start for Kenya at Africa Aquatics Zone Three championship

Kenya had a promising start at the Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship in Nairobi, securing several gold medals on Day One despite strong competition from Uganda and Tanzania. The event, held at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, saw impressive performances from Kenyan swimmers across various categories.

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Nairobi mini games inspire discipline, talent and innovation in children

Nairobi mini games inspire discipline, talent and innovation in children

The 6th edition of the Nairobi Mini Games, held at Urafiki Carovana School Kahawa on October 11, 2025, brought together children from 25 schools in a vibrant display of talent and creativity. This annual tournament is redefining how schools foster children’s potential beyond academics, focusing on discipline, talent, and innovation.

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Top gamers set for regional tournament in Naivasha

Top gamers set for regional tournament in Naivasha

Over 100 gamers from across the region are set to compete in the FC 26 East Africa Tournament in Naivasha this weekend. The event, organized by Rangers Kenya in partnership with Kili Games Tanzania, boasts a prize pool of Sh280,000.

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Pamoja Chan 2024 LOCs join in mourning Raila Odinga

Pamoja Chan 2024 LOCs join in mourning Raila Odinga

The Pamoja Chan 2024 Local Organising Committees (LOC) of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are mourning the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who passed away in India on Wednesday.

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Confusion mars Police's chase for history in Champions League

Confusion mars Police's chase for history in Champions League

The CAF Champions League match between Kenya Police and Al Hilal Omdurman faces uncertainty regarding its venue due to the ongoing national mourning for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, whose funeral mass is scheduled at the originally planned Nyayo Stadium. This unforeseen conflict, compounded by chaos at the alternative Kasarani Stadium during a public viewing, has left football officials scrambling to confirm the continental fixture.

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Kenyans eye glory as Africa championship begins at Kasarani

Kenyans eye glory as Africa championship begins at Kasarani

Kenyan swimmers are aiming for overall victory at the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone III Swimming Championship which commenced today at the Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. The championship features competitors from nine countries across junior, senior, and masters categories.

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McCarthy says Kenya has a long way to go after World Cup miss

McCarthy says Kenya has a long way to go after World Cup miss

Kenya's Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy stated that the nation has a long way to go to compete with Africa's top football nations after their 3-0 defeat to Ivory Coast in the final Group F match of the World Cup qualifiers, ending their 2026 World Cup dream.

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Raila Odinga: Remembering a patron of Kenyan football and true Arsenal believer

Raila Odinga: Remembering a patron of Kenyan football and true Arsenal believer

The provided content is an advertisement for The Standard Group Plc, outlining its multi-media operations and contact information. It does not contain news about Raila Odinga, Kenyan football, or Arsenal, despite the misleading title.

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