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Kenyan Football and Rugby Leagues Continue with Focus on Key Season Milestones

The second leg of the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League season starts this weekend with round 18 matches, focusing on the battle to avoid relegation. In the Football Kenya Federation Women’s Premier League, the Kenya Police Bullets will play against Zetech University Sparks today, with the Bullets aiming to extend their lead at the top of the table. Meanwhile, in the 2025–2026 Kenya Cup, the race for playoff spots and individual honors is intensifying as the regular season progresses. After five rounds of matches in the Kenya Cup, teams are solidifying their positions while players compete for top awards in try-scoring and kicking.

Champs Kenya Police Bullets tackle Zetech Sparks

Champs Kenya Police Bullets tackle Zetech Sparks

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Chase for playoffs slots, individual gongs take shape in Kenya Cup

Chase for playoffs slots, individual gongs take shape in Kenya Cup

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Focus on relegation battle in SPL

Focus on relegation battle in SPL

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Mbappe double at Villarreal takes Real Madrid top of La Liga

Mbappe double at Villarreal takes Real Madrid top of La Liga

Kylian Mbappe scored two goals to lead Real Madrid to a 2-0 victory over Villarreal, propelling his team to the top of La Liga. This win marks a crucial step in Real Madrid's season revival under coach Alvaro Arbeloa.

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Champs Kenya Police Bullets tackle Zetech Sparks

Champs Kenya Police Bullets tackle Zetech Sparks

The Kenya Police Bullets will face Zetech University Sparks today in a Football Kenya Federation Women’s Premier League match, with the Bullets looking to extend their lead at the top of the table.

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Rising Starlets step up preparations for 2026 World Cup qualifier

Rising Starlets step up preparations for 2026 World Cup qualifier

The Kenya U20 women’s national football team, the Rising Starlets, are intensifying their preparations to face Tanzania in the third round of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.

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Chase for playoffs slots, individual gongs take shape in Kenya Cup

Chase for playoffs slots, individual gongs take shape in Kenya Cup

The race for playoff spots and individual honors in the 2025–2026 Kenya Cup is intensifying as the regular season progresses. After five rounds of matches, teams are solidifying their positions while individual players vie for top awards in try-scoring and kicking.

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Focus on relegation battle in SPL

Focus on relegation battle in SPL

The second leg of the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League season commences this weekend with round 18 matches, shifting focus to the intense battle to avoid relegation, as the gap between bottom-placed teams remains very small.

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Kasarani and Thailand rule Nairobi event

Kasarani and Thailand rule Nairobi event

Kasarani Youth and Thailand Boxing Club have emerged as dominant forces, securing numerous spots in the finals of the Nairobi County Novices Championships at Umoja Boxing and Arts Club, showcasing high standards and impressive turnout.

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Is KVF embroiled in a serious leadership crisis?

Is KVF embroiled in a serious leadership crisis?

The Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) is reportedly facing a significant leadership crisis, a stark contrast to its previously strong management reputation. Once considered a well-managed sports organization, the federation's current state raises concerns about its operational stability.

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Will Kenya become the first African country to host World Championships?

Will Kenya become the first African country to host World Championships?

Kenya is vying to become the first African nation to host the World Athletics Championships, with a bid for either the 2029 or 2031 events. The country expects to hear the results of its bid in September this year.

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Defending champion Korir faces world champ Simbu in Boston

Defending champion Korir faces world champ Simbu in Boston

Defending champion John Korir is set to face world champion Alphonce Simbu at the upcoming Boston Marathon on April 20, with eight of the top 10 finishers from last year returning to compete.

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Kipchoge urges corporates to continue supporting sports

Kipchoge urges corporates to continue supporting sports

Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge has called on corporate entities like Absa Bank to maintain their support for sports events in Kenya, emphasizing their crucial role in nurturing young athletic talent. This comes as Kenya prepares to host two major international athletic shows in 2026, for which Absa Bank is a key sponsor.

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Ebenyo among stars to battle for glory in Mumias

Ebenyo among stars to battle for glory in Mumias

World Cross Country Championships bronze medallist Daniel Simiu Ebenyo will headline the Western Region leg of the Betika BingwaFest this weekend in Mumias. He is among over 500 athletes competing, with the event featuring multiple sports and significant prize money.

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USIU-A target podium finish at ACCC

USIU-A target podium finish at ACCC

USIU-A Mashujaa, a Kenyan hockey team, is set to compete in the 36th Hockey Africa Cup of Club Championships (ACCC) in Harare, Zimbabwe, aiming for a podium finish. This marks their second appearance in the continental tournament, building on their debut last year in Egypt.

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Counties ready for boxing championships

Counties ready for boxing championships

Kenyan counties are preparing to host County Boxing Championships this week and next, serving as qualifiers for the upcoming National Novices Boxing Championships in February. These events aim to promote boxers to higher national competitions, culminating in the National Boxing League.

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DT finest Njoroge turns focus to prestigious Sunshine Tour

DT finest Njoroge turns focus to prestigious Sunshine Tour

Njoroge Kibugu has been crowned the overall champion of the inaugural Sunshine Development Tour - East Africa Swing (SDT-EAS), securing his spot on the prestigious Sunshine Tour in South Africa starting in May.

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Njoroge is Kenya's finest, turns focus on prestigious Sunshine Tour

Njoroge is Kenya's finest, turns focus on prestigious Sunshine Tour

Njoroge Kibugu has been crowned the overall champion of the inaugural Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing (SDT-EAS) after 10 months of competition, concluding at the Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi. His victory secures his place in the prestigious Sunshine Tour in South Africa, starting in May.

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Malkia Strikers land Olympics scholarship again

Malkia Strikers land Olympics scholarship again

The National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has awarded the Malkia Strikers, Kenya’s national women's volleyball team, a US $50,000 scholarship to aid their preparation for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

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Athletes to have their flowers at Sirikwa Classic X-C tour on Valentine's Day

Athletes to have their flowers at Sirikwa Classic X-C tour on Valentine's Day

The 5th Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour will be held on Valentine's Day, February 14, at Lobo Village in Eldoret, with athletes and fans encouraged to bring flowers to celebrate Kenya's athletic dominance. The event was launched with reigning champions Agnes Ngetich and Daniel Simiu Ebenyo confirming their participation.

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Senegal's 'historic' AFCON champs honoured with parade, presidential praise

Senegal's 'historic' AFCON champs honoured with parade, presidential praise

Senegal's national football team, the Lions of Teranga, were honored with a massive seven-hour parade in Dakar after their "historic" win against Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final.

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Stars emerging from cross country contests

Stars emerging from cross country contests

The cross country season is concluding, with new stars emerging in track and road racing following the recent World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee on January 10.

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Juniors put up good show at Nyali and Windsor clubs

Juniors put up good show at Nyali and Windsor clubs

Junior golfers showcased exceptional talent in separate tournaments held at the Nyali Golf and Country Club in Mombasa County and Windsor Country Club in Nairobi, on Sunday, highlighting a strong pipeline of young athletes in Kenya.

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What Kenya must do to return to HSBC World Rugby SVNS Series

What Kenya must do to return to HSBC World Rugby SVNS Series

Kenya Shujaa, the men’s national rugby team, is set to begin its journey back to the main HSBC World Rugby SVNS Series next month. Once a prominent fixture, the team is now working to regain its position in the prestigious global competition.

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Joyce Wanjiru: This is the reason why I joined the paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru: This is the reason why I joined the paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru, a 37-year-old mother of two from the Kiambu Golf Club, has joined the professional golf ranks in Kenya, becoming only the second female in the country to do so, alongside Naom Wafula. Her decision was partly inspired by Wafula and aims to inspire upcoming players and promote women's golf.

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Joyce Wanjiru: New kid on the block explains why she joined paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru: New kid on the block explains why she joined paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru of Kiambu Golf Club has officially joined the professional ranks in Kenyan golf, becoming one of only two female pros in the country. Her decision was partly inspired by fellow pro Naom Wafula, focusing on setting an example for aspiring players.

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A to Z of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

A to Z of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, defeating Morocco 1-0 in extra time with the winning goal scored by Pape Gueye. This 35th edition of the tournament, the first to span two years, featured a record 121 goals.

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NYS and KDF win as first leg of Kenya Cup action ends at Nyayo

NYS and KDF win as first leg of Kenya Cup action ends at Nyayo

The first leg of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup concluded at the Nyayo Gymnasium, with NYS and Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) securing important victories. NYS bounced back from an earlier loss to defeat Kenya Navy 3-0, while KDF women battled hard for a 3-2 win against Postbank.

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Nanu wins Nakuru Captain's 2025 Prize in style

Nanu wins Nakuru Captain's 2025 Prize in style

Nanu Hassanali clinched the overall winner title at the 2025 Nakuru Captain Michael Mululu prize, scoring 37 stableford points. This event celebrated the outgoing captain's impact, including the formation of the Nakuru District League and growth in the junior program.

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Infantino condemns Senegal for 'unacceptable scenes' in AFCON final

Infantino condemns Senegal for 'unacceptable scenes' in AFCON final

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly condemned the "unacceptable scenes" that marred Senegal's AFCON final victory over Morocco, where some Senegalese players walked off the pitch in protest of a penalty awarded to Morocco.

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Senegal fuelled by 'injustice' in AFCON final triumph, says hero Gueye

Senegal fuelled by 'injustice' in AFCON final triumph, says hero Gueye

Senegal clinched their second Africa Cup of Nations title, defeating Morocco 1-0 in a dramatic final fueled by a sense of "injustice" after a controversial penalty decision and a disallowed goal. The game was marred by an angry reaction from Senegal players and unrest in the stands.

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Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON 2025 title after ugly scenes mar final

Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON 2025 title after ugly scenes mar final

In a dramatic turn of events, Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time to clinch the AFCON 2025 title in a final fraught with controversy and crowd disturbances. The decisive goal came after a contentious penalty decision against Senegal was saved.

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Hosts Morocco face Mane's Senegal for AFCON glory

Hosts Morocco face Mane's Senegal for AFCON glory

Morocco faces Sadio Mane's Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on Sunday at 1900 GMT in Rabat. Host nation Morocco seeks its first title in 50 years, while Senegal eyes a second consecutive AFCON triumph.

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