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Kenya Chipu Claims Fourth Barthes Cup Title to Qualify for World Cup

Kenya Chipu has secured their fourth Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy title, defeating Namibia 33-14 in the final held in Kampala, Uganda. This victory qualifies the team for the World Rugby Junior Trophy. Meanwhile, Cardinal Otunga Mosocho High School has embarked on a journey to Morogoro, Tanzania, to compete in the Federation of East African Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games. Additionally, Kenyatta University's Blak Blad RFC received a significant sponsorship from Madison Life Assurance Kenya ahead of the upcoming Kabeberi Sevens and the new rugby season.

Kenya Chipu claims fourth Barthes Cup title to qualify for World Cup

Kenya Chipu claims fourth Barthes Cup title to qualify for World Cup

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Cardinal Otunga head to Tanzania for FEASSA rugby 7s

Cardinal Otunga head to Tanzania for FEASSA rugby 7s

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Blak Blad land major boost ahead of Kabeberi Sevens

Blak Blad land major boost ahead of Kabeberi Sevens

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Kenyans keen to defend East Africa boys' handball title

Kenyans keen to defend East Africa boys' handball title

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Green Commandos lead Kenya's hunt for elusive East Africa football title

Green Commandos lead Kenya's hunt for elusive East Africa football title

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Messi says not certain to play "much longer" after father's death

Messi says not certain to play "much longer" after father's death

Lionel Messi, the inspiration behind Argentina's 2022 World Cup victory, has expressed serious doubts about continuing his football career for much longer following the recent death of his father, Jorge Messi.

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Kenya Chipu claims fourth Barthes Cup title to qualify for World Cup

Kenya Chipu claims fourth Barthes Cup title to qualify for World Cup

Kenya Chipu has secured their fourth Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy title, defeating Namibia 33-14 in the final held in Kampala, Uganda. This victory qualifies the team for the World Rugby Junior Trophy.

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Meet Yiembe, the Kenyan referee who will officiate the UEFA Super Cup

Meet Yiembe, the Kenyan referee who will officiate the UEFA Super Cup

Kenyan assistant referee Stephen Yiembe is making history as the first match official from Kenya to officiate in a UEFA competition, taking part in the UEFA Super Cup.

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Kenyans keen to defend East Africa boys' handball title

Kenyans keen to defend East Africa boys' handball title

Kenya's representatives are gearing up to defend the East Africa boys' handball title at the 2026 games in Morogoro. The national champions, Musingu Boys Senior School, alongside finalists St Joseph’s Boys Senior School Kitale and bronze medallists St Austin Matuu Day, carry the responsibility of keeping the trophy in Kenya.

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Blak Blad land major boost ahead of Kabeberi Sevens

Blak Blad land major boost ahead of Kabeberi Sevens

Kenyatta University's Blak Blad RFC has received a significant sponsorship from Madison Life Assurance Kenya, boosting their ambitions for the upcoming Kabeberi Sevens and the new rugby season.

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Green Commandos lead Kenya's hunt for elusive East Africa football title

Green Commandos lead Kenya's hunt for elusive East Africa football title

Kenyan schools' football teams, Kakamega School's Green Commandos and St Mary’s Yala, are aiming to end a long trophy drought at the 23rd Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) games in Morogoro, Tanzania.

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Will Andersen and St Monica Bukokholo finally crack the netball code?

Will Andersen and St Monica Bukokholo finally crack the netball code?

Kenyan netball champions Andersen Girls and St Monica Bukokholo are preparing to compete in the East Africa netball championship, aiming to break Uganda's 22-year dominance.

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Kaptagat grannies football squads scoring goals for forest conservation

Kaptagat grannies football squads scoring goals for forest conservation

Elderly women in Kaptagat Forest, Elgeyo Marakwet County, are uniting on the football field to champion forest conservation efforts.

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KU Blak Blad inspired to go for jugular in Kabeberi Sevens

KU Blak Blad inspired to go for jugular in Kabeberi Sevens

Kenyatta University Blak Blad RFC is aiming for victory in the upcoming Kabeberi Sevens tournament, fueled by a significant sponsorship deal with Madison Life Assurance. The team also has ambitions to win the Kenya Cup.

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Somali referee denied World Cup 'proud' to oversee UEFA Super Cup

Somali referee denied World Cup 'proud' to oversee UEFA Super Cup

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, previously denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, will officiate the UEFA Super Cup match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa.

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Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to oust embattled Infantino

Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to oust embattled Infantino

US President Donald Trump has publicly backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino, calling any move to replace him a "terrible mistake." This support comes despite significant criticism leveled against Infantino.

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Kenya swimming team buoyant ahead of East Africa schools contests

Kenya swimming team buoyant ahead of East Africa schools contests

Kenya's national swimming team is "buoyant" and aiming to reclaim their top position at the upcoming East Africa School games in Morogoro, Tanzania, after a narrow second-place finish last year.

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It's down to prayers after Nairobi bids to host world athletics event

It's down to prayers after Nairobi bids to host world athletics event

Kenya has officially entered the race to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, submitting a government-backed bid aimed at bringing the event to Africa for the first time.

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Ouma links up with Sichenje as Charlton Athletic opens new chapter for Kenyan midfielder

Ouma links up with Sichenje as Charlton Athletic opens new chapter for Kenyan midfielder

Kenyan international midfielder Timothy Ouma has joined Charlton Athletic on a season-long loan from Slavia Prague, reuniting him with fellow Kenyan international Collins Sichenje.

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Njoroge wins sixth PGK Equator

Njoroge wins sixth PGK Equator

Samuel Njoroge has clinched his sixth victory at the PGK Equator Tour, winning the sixth leg at the Nakuru Golf Club with an impressive 12-under-par 280 gross over 72 holes.

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Kenya tops in Africa, finishes second in the world at U20 show

Kenya tops in Africa, finishes second in the world at U20 show

Kenya has secured the top spot in Africa and second place globally at the World Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, USA, demonstrating significant athletic prowess despite facing challenges.

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Kenyan stars face harsh reality in day four of Under-20 show

Kenyan stars face harsh reality in day four of Under-20 show

Kenyan athletes faced a stark reality on day four of the World Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, as they were beaten in events historically dominated by the country.

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New champions emerge at Robert Wangila tourney

New champions emerge at Robert Wangila tourney

New boxing champions have been crowned following a series of invitational tournaments held over the weekend in Nakuru and Nairobi.

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Outsiders Malawi reach WAFCON semi-finals and World Cup

Outsiders Malawi reach WAFCON semi-finals and World Cup

Outsiders Malawi have achieved a historic double, reaching the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals and securing a spot in the World Cup after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ghana.

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Arteta backs Guimaraes to 'ignite something different' at Arsenal

Arteta backs Guimaraes to 'ignite something different' at Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed confidence that new signing Bruno Guimaraes will bring a new dynamic to the team, describing him as a "warrior with tremendous quality".

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Embattled FIFA boss Infantino target of letter from UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC

Embattled FIFA boss Infantino target of letter from UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC

Three major football confederations, UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC, have jointly called for greater transparency, accountability, and independent oversight within FIFA, directly challenging FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

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Irungu turns coastal success into winning habit

Irungu turns coastal success into winning habit

Kenyan athlete Meagan Irungu has continued her winning streak at the coastal venue, securing the Africa Triathlon Development Cup title in Kilifi County on Sunday.

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Handball queens Moi Girls Kamusinga keen to defend East Africa crown

Handball queens Moi Girls Kamusinga keen to defend East Africa crown

Reigning East Africa handball champions Moi Girls Kamusinga are preparing to defend their title in Morogoro, Tanzania, aiming to extend their regional dominance after retaining their national crown.

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NBA champion player and historic coach Nelson dead at 86

NBA champion player and historic coach Nelson dead at 86

Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame coach and five-time NBA champion player, has died at the age of 86. His family announced his passing on Sunday.

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Gritty Kenyans keen to weather Tanzania storm in fight for glory

Gritty Kenyans keen to weather Tanzania storm in fight for glory

Kenyan student-athletes are preparing to defend their overall regional title at the 2026 Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) games in Morogoro, Tanzania, facing a challenging competition without several traditional powerhouse schools.

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Kariuki secures victory in Ruiru

Kariuki secures victory in Ruiru

Elias Kariuki emerged as the Overall Gross Winner at the Unicolour Golf Day held at Ruiru Sports Club over the weekend, carding 39 stablefold points.

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Messi absent after father's death as Miami lose in Leagues Cup

Messi absent after father's death as Miami lose in Leagues Cup

Inter Miami lost their Leagues Cup match against Monterrey 2-1 following the absence of their captain, Lionel Messi, due to the death of his father.

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Infantino denies allegations of affair, favouritism while at UEFA: report

Infantino denies allegations of affair, favouritism while at UEFA: report

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has denied allegations of paying off an alleged former lover and using his influence to secure a promotion for her while he was at UEFA.

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Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68

Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68

Jorge Horacio Messi, father and agent of football superstar Lionel Messi, has passed away at the age of 68. The announcement was made by his son's childhood club, Newell's Old Boys, on Saturday.

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FIFA chief Infantino gets backing of South American football

FIFA chief Infantino gets backing of South American football

FIFA president Gianni Infantino received support from several South American football leaders during a visit to Cali, Colombia, amidst a recent crisis over a proposed World Cup investment plan.

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