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Kenya's Youth Teams Secure International Finals Across Multiple Sports

Kenyan youth athletes are achieving remarkable success on the international stage. Kenya's Under-20 stars are making a strong showing at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, advancing to several finals and setting sights on medal contention. Meanwhile, Kenya's Under-20 rugby team, Chipu, defeated Zimbabwe 35-23 to secure a spot in the Rugby Africa Barthes Trophy final. Additionally, Kenya's Under-18 Hockey 5s boys team secured qualification for the Under-18 World Cup by winning the Youth Africa Cup held at the Sikh Union Club in Nairobi. These achievements demonstrate Kenya's growing strength in youth athletics across diverse sporting disciplines.

Kenya's Under-20 stars shine in Eugene as chase for medals gathers pace

Kenya's Under-20 stars shine in Eugene as chase for medals gathers pace

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Kenya Chipu edge Zimbabwe to book Barthes Cup final

Kenya Chipu edge Zimbabwe to book Barthes Cup final

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Kenya U18 hockey team qualifies for World Cup

Kenya U18 hockey team qualifies for World Cup

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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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Kenya's Under-20 stars shine in Eugene as chase for medals gathers pace

Kenya's Under-20 stars shine in Eugene as chase for medals gathers pace

Kenyan Under-20 athletes are making a strong showing at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, advancing to several finals and setting sights on medal contention.

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Green Commandos rise from the ashes to rule again as teams now shift focus to East Africa battle

Green Commandos rise from the ashes to rule again as teams now shift focus to East Africa battle

The KSSSA Term 2 Games at Mpesa Academy marked a significant shift in Kenyan schools' sports, with dynasties crumbling and new champions emerging, culminating in Kakamega School's 'Green Commandos' reclaiming the national football title after a five-year drought.

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Kenya Chipu edge Zimbabwe to book Barthes Cup final

Kenya Chipu edge Zimbabwe to book Barthes Cup final

Kenya's Under-20 rugby team, Chipu, defeated Zimbabwe 35-23 to secure a spot in the Rugby Africa Barthes Trophy final.

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Widor warms his way to Limuru Junior Open title victory

Widor warms his way to Limuru Junior Open title victory

Teenage golfer Ewan Widor has won the 6th Limuru Junior Open title, overcoming challenging weather conditions to secure a commanding victory.

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Macharia and Lucy Maina triumph at Thika Greens

Macharia and Lucy Maina triumph at Thika Greens

James Macharia and Lucy Maina emerged as the top performers at the 10th edition of CEO Charles Kibiru golf day held at Thika Greens Golf Resort over the weekend.

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Kiprotich bags Masters crown at Karen Club

Kiprotich bags Masters crown at Karen Club

Tile Kiprotich has claimed the overall title at the fifth leg of the Duracoat Golf Masters series held at Karen Country Club, navigating through dense fog to secure his victory.

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England striker Toney charged with London nightclub assault

England striker Toney charged with London nightclub assault

England striker Ivan Toney has been charged with assault following an incident at a London nightclub on December 6 last year. The charge of assault causing actual bodily harm relates to an alleged incident in the Soho district.

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UEFA maintains boycott threat as African confederation backs Infantino

UEFA maintains boycott threat as African confederation backs Infantino

UEFA has reiterated its threat to boycott FIFA competitions, stating that not all of its demands have been met regarding a shelved plan to introduce private finance into the World Cup. Despite facing criticism from CONMEBOL, FIFA President Gianni Infantino received backing from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

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Chipu eye strong start in Barthes Cup

Chipu eye strong start in Barthes Cup

The Kenyan national under-20 rugby team, Chipu, is set to begin their campaign in the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy today against Zimbabwe in Kampala, Uganda.

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Kenyans learn valuable lessons from heavy defeat to Zambia

Kenyans learn valuable lessons from heavy defeat to Zambia

Kenya's U18 polo team suffered a significant 8.5-5 defeat to Zambia in the U18 International Championships at Manyatta Polo Club on August 2, despite starting as the favored side.

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Kenyans off to flying start at World Under-20 meet in Oregon

Kenyans off to flying start at World Under-20 meet in Oregon

Kenya's young athletes have made a triumphant start at the World Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, leading the medal standings after the opening day.

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Will Gor Mahia end 41-year Cecafa Kagame Cup title drought?

Will Gor Mahia end 41-year Cecafa Kagame Cup title drought?

Kenyan champions Gor Mahia have a chance to end a 41-year Cecafa Kagame Cup title drought as they face Rwanda's Rayon Sports in the final today.

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Kakamega School's Green Commandos reclaim the KSSSA throne

Kakamega School's Green Commandos reclaim the KSSSA throne

Kakamega School's Green Commandos have reclaimed the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Boys’ Football title, securing their 13th crown after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over St. Mary’s School Yala.

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Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup qualifiers

Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup qualifiers

Tusker FC will face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in the preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup. The Kenyan FKF Cup winners will play the first leg at home between September 4 and 6.

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Gor Mahia land former champions Pyramids in CAF Champions League qualifiers

Gor Mahia land former champions Pyramids in CAF Champions League qualifiers

Kenyan football club Gor Mahia has been drawn against formidable Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the opening round of the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League qualifiers.

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Salah completes move to Turkey's Trabzonspor

Salah completes move to Turkey's Trabzonspor

Former Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has signed a two-year contract with Turkish club Trabzonspor, marking his move to the Turkish league after his departure from the Premier League.

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Tragedy as lightning strike claims Thai footballer's life

Tragedy as lightning strike claims Thai footballer's life

A football match in southern Thailand tragically turned fatal when a lightning strike killed one player and injured 12 others during a local tournament on Tuesday.

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FIFA back Infantino, apologise for World Cup privatisation plan

FIFA back Infantino, apologise for World Cup privatisation plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received the "full support" of senior directors following a crisis meeting in Morocco, where the governing body also apologized for a controversial plan to privatize the World Cup.

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Everton sign Denmark midfielder Norgaard from Arsenal

Everton sign Denmark midfielder Norgaard from Arsenal

Everton has signed Denmark international Christian Norgaard from Arsenal for an undisclosed fee. The midfielder has agreed to a two-year deal with the Merseyside club.

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Newcastle appoint Jaissle as new head coach after Howe exit

Newcastle appoint Jaissle as new head coach after Howe exit

Newcastle United has appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach, replacing Eddie Howe. The 38-year-old German, formerly of Al-Ahli, has no prior experience managing in a top-flight European league.

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Embattled Infantino sees minnows Malawi reach WAFCON quarter-finals

Embattled Infantino sees minnows Malawi reach WAFCON quarter-finals

Despite a 2-1 loss to Zambia, outsider nation Malawi secured a spot in the WAFCON quarter-finals, outranking rivals Nigeria and Zambia on head-to-head records. FIFA President Gianni Infantino, facing criticism over a shelved World Cup investment plan, was present to witness the upset.

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Arteta tight-lipped over reports Arsenal have agreed Sh13b Guimaraes deal

Arteta tight-lipped over reports Arsenal have agreed Sh13b Guimaraes deal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remained tight-lipped regarding reports that the club has agreed to a £75 million deal for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.

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Wangai emerges top at Ladies Coast Open

Wangai emerges top at Ladies Coast Open

Mukami Wangai emerged the top winner at the second leg of the Ladies Coast Open held at the Vipingo Baobab course in Kilifi County.

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National team captain Gondaria is hopeful after Bilateral Series

National team captain Gondaria is hopeful after Bilateral Series

Kenya's national cricket captain, Dhiren Gondaria, is optimistic about the team's future following a bilateral series against Bahrain. The series provided a crucial platform for the team after an 18-month hiatus from high-calibre international fixtures.

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Gor Mahia coach upbeat with his side ahead of CAF Champions League battle

Gor Mahia coach upbeat with his side ahead of CAF Champions League battle

Gor Mahia's coach, Charles Akonnor, is optimistic about his team's readiness for the upcoming CAF Champions League qualifiers following their progression to the Cecafa Kagame Cup final.

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Clash of titans as Kakamega and St Mary's Yala book finals date

Clash of titans as Kakamega and St Mary's Yala book finals date

Kakamega School and St. Mary's Yala are set to clash in the boys' football final of the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools national Term Two games, with both teams having secured their spots at the Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) games in Tanzania.

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Kwanthanze dethroned as Kesogon and Soweto close in on national title

Kwanthanze dethroned as Kesogon and Soweto close in on national title

New volleyball champions will be crowned at the 2026 National Term Two games in Thika after last year’s girls' champions, Kwanthanze Senior School, were dethroned.

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Butula and Kinale crowned rugby Sevens champions

Butula and Kinale crowned rugby Sevens champions

Butula Boys and Kinale Girls emerged as the champions of the 2026 rugby 7s tournaments at the National Tern Two games held at Mpesa Foundation Academy, Thika.

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