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Junior Starlets Host Namibia in U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

The Junior Starlets are set to host Namibia today at Ulinzi Sports Complex in the return leg of their 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifier, holding a narrow 2-1 lead from the first leg away win. Meanwhile, reigning champions General Service Unit kept their playoff hopes alive with a decisive straight-sets victory over Prions Nairobi in the Kenya Volleyball Federation National League. Ulinzi Warriors also face Umoja Basketball Club in a Kenya Basketball Federation League match at Ulinzi Sport Complex. At the same time, the SportPesa Premier League title race intensifies as AFC Leopards prepare to face defending champions Kenya Police, with only seven matches remaining in the 2025-2026 season.

Junior Starlets keen to finish the job against Namibia in WCQ

Junior Starlets keen to finish the job against Namibia in WCQ

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Champions GSU win to keep play-off hopes alive

Champions GSU win to keep play-off hopes alive

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Ulinzi clash with Umoja in KBF League encounter

Ulinzi clash with Umoja in KBF League encounter

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SPL Title Race: No room for slip up for Leopards and Gor Mahia

SPL Title Race: No room for slip up for Leopards and Gor Mahia

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Shujaa bow out of Hong Kong Sevens after loss to South Africa

Shujaa bow out of Hong Kong Sevens after loss to South Africa

The Kenya Sevens team, also known as Shujaa, has been eliminated from the Hong Kong Sevens competition after a narrow 26-22 loss to South Africa in the Main Cup quarterfinals on Saturday afternoon.

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Poor show for Shujaa at Hong Kong Sevens

Poor show for Shujaa at Hong Kong Sevens

Kenya Sevens, also known as Shujaa, began their campaign for promotion back to the World Rugby Sevens Series on a disappointing note, suffering two consecutive losses at the Hong Kong Sevens. The team is currently at the bottom of Group C after defeats against Australia and New Zealand.

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Elite national sports talent camp officially kicks off in Nairobi

Elite national sports talent camp officially kicks off in Nairobi

The Elite National Sports Camp has officially commenced in Nairobi, serving as a platform to nurture over 600 promising young athletes.

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Shujaa edge USA to book South Africa in Hong Kong 7s quarterfinals

Shujaa edge USA to book South Africa in Hong Kong 7s quarterfinals

Kenya Sevens, also known as Shujaa, secured a dramatic comeback win against the USA to advance to the Hong Kong Sevens quarterfinals.

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Allegiance switch refusal brings into focus tough regulations

Allegiance switch refusal brings into focus tough regulations

A World Athletics panel has rejected the allegiance switch bids of several athletes, including former women's marathon record holder Brigid Kosgei and four other Kenyan stars, seeking to represent Turkey.

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Rausha Kipaji enters knockout stage

Rausha Kipaji enters knockout stage

The Rausha Kipaji Football tournament in Nakuru has advanced to its knockout stages, with several academies and schools securing spots in the quarter-finals and semi-finals.

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Ulinzi clash with Umoja in KBF League encounter

Ulinzi clash with Umoja in KBF League encounter

Ulinzi Warriors are set to face Umoja Basketball Club in a key Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) League match today at Ulinzi Sport Complex.

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Champions GSU win to keep play-off hopes alive

Champions GSU win to keep play-off hopes alive

Reigning champions General Service Unit (GSU) kept their playoff hopes alive with a decisive straight-sets victory over Prisons Nairobi in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) National League.

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Junior Starlets keen to finish the job against Namibia in WCQ

Junior Starlets keen to finish the job against Namibia in WCQ

The Junior Starlets are set to host Namibia today at Ulinzi Sports Complex in the return leg of their 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier. The Kenyan team holds a narrow 2-1 lead from the first leg away win.

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SPL Title Race: No room for slip up for Leopards and Gor Mahia

SPL Title Race: No room for slip up for Leopards and Gor Mahia

The SportPesa Premier League title race is intensifying as AFC Leopards prepare to face defending champions Kenya Police, with only seven matches remaining in the 2025-2026 season.

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For Mubarak, he doesn't chase his football dream... he builds it day by day

For Mubarak, he doesn't chase his football dream... he builds it day by day

Despite facing significant setbacks and a lack of initial support, 22-year-old goalkeeper Idd Mubarak is diligently building his football career in Kenya, driven by unwavering self-belief and a commitment to his dream.

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Shujaa begin journey back to the top at Hong Kong Sevens

Shujaa begin journey back to the top at Hong Kong Sevens

Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team begins its quest for promotion back to the HSBC SVNS Division One at the Hong Kong Sevens. The team aims to secure a top finish to earn their place in the elite circuit for the 2026-2027 season.

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Real hit out at 'unbelievable' red card after Bayern defeat

Real hit out at 'unbelievable' red card after Bayern defeat

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa expressed strong discontent after Eduardo Camavinga's late red card in their Champions League quarter-final loss to Bayern Munich.

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Curry stars as Warriors see off LA Clippers

Curry stars as Warriors see off LA Clippers

In a thrilling NBA play-in game, the Golden State Warriors rallied to defeat the Los Angeles Clippers 126-121, with Stephen Curry hitting the go-ahead three-pointer.

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Five Kenyan athletes' bid to represent Turkiye blocked by World Athletics Panel

Five Kenyan athletes' bid to represent Turkiye blocked by World Athletics Panel

World Athletics' Nationality Review Panel has blocked the applications of 11 athletes, including five Kenyans, seeking to transfer their allegiance to Türkiye.

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Arteta: Relax, we are in the Champions League semi-finals

Arteta: Relax, we are in the Champions League semi-finals

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence in his team's character after they secured a spot in the Champions League semi-finals by holding Sporting Lisbon to a goalless draw, advancing 1-0 on aggregate.

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Cricket Kenya: Why captains and coaches back Gohil for top job

Cricket Kenya: Why captains and coaches back Gohil for top job

Ahead of the Cricket Kenya elections, business magnate Bhavesh Gohil has garnered significant backing from the national team's players, captains, and coaches.

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Rice 'doesn't care' about Arsenal critics after reaching Champions League semis

Rice 'doesn't care' about Arsenal critics after reaching Champions League semis

Despite a goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon, Arsenal secured a spot in the Champions League semi-finals for the second consecutive year.

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Kane lauds Diaz 'moment of magic' after Bayern knock out Real Madrid

Kane lauds Diaz 'moment of magic' after Bayern knock out Real Madrid

Bayern Munich have eliminated Real Madrid from the Champions League semi-finals following a dramatic comeback, with striker Harry Kane praising a late "moment of magic" from Luis Diaz.

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France boss Deschamps confirms Ekitike to miss World Cup

France boss Deschamps confirms Ekitike to miss World Cup

France boss Didier Deschamps has confirmed that Liverpool and France forward Hugo Ekitike will miss the 2026 World Cup due to a serious injury.

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Ruto hails Starlets after FIFA series runners-up finish

Ruto hails Starlets after FIFA series runners-up finish

President William Ruto has congratulated the Harambee Starlets following their historic runners-up finish at the FIFA Series Women’s Tournament.

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Harambee Starlets fall to Matildas in Fifa Series final

Harambee Starlets fall to Matildas in Fifa Series final

Kenya's Harambee Starlets fell 2-0 to the star-studded Australia Matildas in the final of the Fifa Series held at Nyayo Stadium on April 15, 2026.

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Star-studded line-up sets stage for tight race at Kip Keino Classic

Star-studded line-up sets stage for tight race at Kip Keino Classic

The Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi on April 24 is set for a highly competitive event, featuring a stellar line-up of top Kenyan and international athletes.

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Slot in the firing line as Liverpool collapse to PSG

Slot in the firing line as Liverpool collapse to PSG

Liverpool has been eliminated from the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), marking a likely trophyless season under manager Arne Slot.

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Atletico 'ready' for Champions League success at last

Atletico 'ready' for Champions League success at last

Atletico Madrid has reached the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after defeating Barcelona on aggregate in a tense quarter-final clash.

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Dembele sends PSG past wounded Liverpool into Champions League semis

Dembele sends PSG past wounded Liverpool into Champions League semis

Paris Saint-Germain has advanced to the Champions League semi-finals after defeating Liverpool 2-0 at Anfield, securing a 4-0 aggregate victory.

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Ekitike injury 'looks really bad', says concerned Slot

Ekitike injury 'looks really bad', says concerned Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed significant concern over a serious injury sustained by Hugo Ekitike during their Champions League quarter-final exit to Paris Saint-Germain.

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Will Harambee Starlets survive Australia's onslaught?

Will Harambee Starlets survive Australia's onslaught?

The Harambee Starlets are set to face a formidable challenge against Australia in the Fifa Series final today. The Kenyan team reached the final after a 2-0 victory over India, while Australia, ranked 15th globally, dominated Malawi with a 5-0 win.

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Mvurya hosts new CAF boss, unveils AFCON 2027 roadmap

Mvurya hosts new CAF boss, unveils AFCON 2027 roadmap

Kenya is intensifying preparations for co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya meeting the new Confederation of African Football (CAF) Acting Secretary General Samson Adamu to unveil the roadmap for the event.

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Bayern clash to define Real's season, says Bellingham

Bayern clash to define Real's season, says Bellingham

Jude Bellingham believes Real Madrid's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich on Wednesday will be decisive for their season.

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