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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. The victory was celebrated with an open-top bus parade in Madrid attended by an estimated two million jubilant fans. The 2026 World Cup, featuring an expanded 48-team format across United States, Canada, and Mexico, shattered attendance and television viewership records. Following their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final, Spain reclaimed the #1 spot in the latest FIFA rankings, supplanting Argentina.

World Cup winner Spain bag Sh6.5 billion

World Cup winner Spain bag Sh6.5 billion

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

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

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World champions Spain supplant Argentina to top FIFA rankings

World champions Spain supplant Argentina to top FIFA rankings

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With more matches, World Cup shatters attendance and TV records

With more matches, World Cup shatters attendance and TV records

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Team Kenya eyes Commonwealth glory

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

'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 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 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

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

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 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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Mbappe wins World Cup Golden Boot

Mbappe wins World Cup Golden Boot

Kylian Mbappe has won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot, becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer after netting 10 goals.

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Trump to bask in World Cup final spotlight

Trump to bask in World Cup final spotlight

US President Donald Trump is set to present the trophy at the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey.

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England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match

England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match

England edged France 6-4 in a thrilling World Cup third-place playoff match on Saturday. The chaotic game saw Kylian Mbappe become the World Cup's all-time leading scorer.

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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

Spain and Argentina are set to clash in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey, marking the climax of the first 48-team tournament.

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Hill School hope to build on unbeaten run as Rift Valley games kick off

Hill School hope to build on unbeaten run as Rift Valley games kick off

The Hill School girls' football team is aiming to extend their undefeated streak in the Rift Valley regional games, which commenced yesterday in Nakuru.

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Nakuru, Oilers renew rivalry at Prinsloo Sevens

Nakuru, Oilers renew rivalry at Prinsloo Sevens

The highly anticipated Prinsloo Sevens tournament is set to ignite the rugby scene as Nakuru RFC and Menengai Oilers are drawn in the same group, renewing their fierce rivalry. The tournament kicks off next week at Nakuru Athletic Club.

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New stars emerge at MSFK national season opener

New stars emerge at MSFK national season opener

The Motorcycle Sports Federation of Kenya (MSFK) successfully hosted the 2026 Kenya National Motocross Championship season opener at Jamhuri MX Track, highlighting significant collaboration within Kenyan motorcycling.

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Messi and Yamal: Behind football's 'prophetic' full-circle moment

Messi and Yamal: Behind football's 'prophetic' full-circle moment

A remarkable "full-circle" moment in football is set to occur at the 2026 World Cup final when Lionel Messi faces Lamine Yamal. The two stars were once photographed together as infant and young player during a UNICEF charity event at Camp Nou.

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Kenyans race for top honours at London Diamond League meeting

Kenyans race for top honours at London Diamond League meeting

Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi is set to compete in the highly anticipated men's 800m at the London Diamond League, aiming for a commanding victory despite facing a formidable international field.

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Boost for Gor as fan initiative targets Champions League campaign

Boost for Gor as fan initiative targets Champions League campaign

Gor Mahia has received a significant boost for their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign with a new fan-driven initiative launched by sponsor Kansai Plascon Kenya.

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Deschamps set for bittersweet ending to France reign as Zidane waits

Deschamps set for bittersweet ending to France reign as Zidane waits

France's head coach Didier Deschamps is set to conclude his 14-year reign with the World Cup third-place play-off against England on Saturday.

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England carry 'scars' of World Cup exit, says Tuchel

England carry 'scars' of World Cup exit, says Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel admits his team carries the "scars" of their World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, acknowledging a gap still exists between England and the top footballing nations.

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Prisons detain champions Pipeline to take lead in title race

Prisons detain champions Pipeline to take lead in title race

Kenya Prisons has taken a 1-0 lead in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Women’s National League final series after defeating defending champions Kenya Pipeline 3-1. The win puts the wardresses one victory away from reclaiming the title.

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Team Kenya steps up Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games preparations

Team Kenya steps up Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games preparations

Team Kenya is intensifying preparations for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the Commonwealth Games Association of Kenya (CGA) holding a strategic meeting to ensure athlete welfare, training, and performance targets are met.

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