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Rachier Chairs FKF Premier League Transition Committee

Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier will lead a seven-member committee tasked with developing a roadmap for the future management of Kenya's top-flight football league.

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Veteran coach Juma Abdallah dies after prolonged illness

Veteran football coach Juma Abdallah has died at the age of 73 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Thika Level 5 Hospital.

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Laiser Hill keen to restore fading rugby 7s glory

Former national and East Africa rugby 7s champions Laiser Hill Academy are aiming to reclaim their former glory and secure a spot in the 2026 East Africa games.

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Nyakach Girls target national football crown

Nyakach Girls are targeting the national football crown at the upcoming Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) championships in Thika after a strong regional victory.

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Rachier to lead transition Committee for Premier League

Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier will chair a seven-member FKF Premier League transition committee tasked with developing a roadmap for the future management of Kenya's top-flight football league.

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France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

The French Football Federation (FFF) will announce the new head coach of the national team on July 28. The legendary Zinedine Zidane is widely expected to be appointed.

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Shame of Sh300,000 reward for KVF league champs after grueling season

The 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) season concluded with Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) clinching their first men's title and Kenya Pipeline defending their women's crown, amid criticism over meagre prize money.

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Injured Sandhu limps to 77th Limuru Open victory

Jay Sandhu won the 77th Limuru Open golf tournament despite an injured foot, while junior golfer James Macakiage triumphed in the 100th Brackenhurst Cup.

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Kenyan boxers beaming with confidence as Commonwealth Games kick off

Kenyan boxers are heading into the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with high hopes and a strong determination to secure medals.

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Nairobi champions keen to end their long wait for national glory

Soweto Academy, Nairobi's girls' volleyball champions, are determined to finally win the national title after eight consecutive appearances at the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two games.

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Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit

Kisumu RFC is aiming for a fresh start in the National Sevens Circuit, beginning with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru this Saturday, following their relegation from the Kenya Cup.

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Tusker target strong start as CECAFA Kagame Cup offers ideal CAF test

Kenyan champions Tusker are set to use the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup in Kigali, Rwanda, as a crucial tune-up for their upcoming CAF Confederation Cup campaign.

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Lessons for East Africa ahead of AFCON after successful World Cup in North America

The 2026 World Cup, hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, has provided significant lessons for East Africa ahead of the 2027 AFCON.

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Team Kenya eyes Commonwealth glory

Team Kenya is making final preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with athletes across various disciplines aiming for glory.

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Spain stars lap up adulation of estimated two million on World Cup parade

Spain's World Cup champions celebrated their victory with an open-top bus parade in Madrid, attended by an estimated two million jubilant fans.

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Giant of the game: Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies aged 75

English football legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer, his family announced on Monday.

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With more matches, World Cup shatters attendance and TV records

The 2026 World Cup, featuring an expanded 48-team format across United States, Canada, and Mexico, has shattered attendance and television viewership records.

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Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label

Argentina is facing criticism as a "World Cup villain" following their 1-0 loss to Spain, with accusations of dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship. However, many Argentines see their passion as misinterpreted pride and assert their right to express their unique football culture.

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World champions Spain supplant Argentina to top FIFA rankings

World champions Spain have reclaimed the #1 spot in the latest FIFA rankings, supplanting Argentina who they recently defeated in the World Cup final.

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World Cup winner Spain bag Sh6.5 billion

Spain has won the Fifa World Cup 2026, securing a substantial prize and worldwide recognition.

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Spanish World Cup celebrations detected by seismic sensors after final goal

Spain's victory in the 2026 World Cup final was so joyous that celebrations registered on seismic sensors across the country. Thousands of jubilant fans jumping and shouting caused measurable ground movements.

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Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

A tragic incident occurred during celebrations for Spain's World Cup victory when a fountain collapsed, resulting in the death of a 13-year-old boy and injuries to several others in Ciudad Rodrigo.

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Plane carrying Spain's World Cup winning team lands in Madrid

A plane carrying Spain's newly crowned World Cup champions landed in Madrid, a day after their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final in the United States.

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'The last of Messi': Argentines mourn loss and end of an era

Argentines are mourning the loss of the FIFA World Cup final to Spain, marking what is widely seen as the end of an era for legendary player Lionel Messi.

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Spain's world champions head home to million-strong Madrid welcome

Spain's 2026 World Cup winning football team is returning home to a massive welcome in Madrid, after a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final.

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Kenyans join global celebration as Spain and Argentina battle in 2026 World Cup final

Kenyans joined a global audience on July 19, 2026, to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, with gatherings in various entertainment spots and public viewing centers across the country.

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Like father, like son as Kimoi and Gideon Moi lead teams to wins

Sons of political figures Kimoi Moi and Gideon Moi led their respective teams to victory at the Manyatta Polo Club in Gilgil.

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World Cup final goes to extra-time

The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina was forced into extra-time after ending 0-0 in normal time.

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Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dream

Spain has won the 2026 World Cup, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a tense final. The victory shattered Lionel Messi's dream of a triumphant World Cup farewell.

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