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Spain Edge Portugal to End Ronaldo World Cup Dream

Spain advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after a late 1-0 victory over Portugal on July 6, 2026, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup aspirations. The 41-year-old captain was visibly emotional after what is likely his final World Cup appearance as Portugal lost 1-0. Meanwhile, Belgium decisively defeated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16, ending the host nation's tournament dreams and advancing to face Spain. The World Cup last-16 also featured a high-profile clash between Lionel Messi's Argentina and Mohamed Salah's Egypt in Atlanta, with the match being a direct competition for the Golden Boot award.

Spain edge Portugal to end Ronaldo World Cup dream

Spain edge Portugal to end Ronaldo World Cup dream

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Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends

Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends

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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown

Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown

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Messi v Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

Messi v Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

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Argentina produce epic World Cup fightback to beat Egypt, reach quarters

Argentina produce epic World Cup fightback to beat Egypt, reach quarters

Argentina staged an epic World Cup fightback, coming from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and reach the quarter-finals, ensuring Lionel Messi's tournament career continues.

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Messi v Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

Messi v Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

The World Cup last-16 will feature a high-profile clash between Lionel Messi's Argentina and Mohamed Salah's Egypt in Atlanta. The match is also a direct competition for the Golden Boot award.

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IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 as anthem, flag ban remains

IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 as anthem, flag ban remains

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has eased restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in team events and 2028 Olympic qualifiers, while maintaining bans on the Russian anthem and flag for now.

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Pomp and colour as Rift Valley School Games kick-off in Narok

Pomp and colour as Rift Valley School Games kick-off in Narok

The 2026 Rift Valley Secondary Schools Sports Association Term Two Games officially kicked off in Narok County, welcoming over 3,000 student athletes from 14 Rift Valley counties for a week of competition.

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Kisumu's Owili elected new Chess Kenya President

Kisumu's Owili elected new Chess Kenya President

Andrew Owili has been elected the new President of Chess Kenya, marking a significant leadership transition for the sport in the country.

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Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends

Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends

Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream ended in heartbreak as Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the round of 16 match on July 6, 2026. The 41-year-old captain was visibly emotional after what is likely his final World Cup appearance.

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School Games: Nyanza to crown new football king as defending champs Agai thrown out

School Games: Nyanza to crown new football king as defending champs Agai thrown out

Nyanza Region Secondary School Term Two Games will see a new football king crowned in Homa Bay after defending champions Agai High School were disqualified following an appeal by Kisumu Boys.

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Vietnam police bust $133 mn World Cup betting rings

Vietnam police bust $133 mn World Cup betting rings

Vietnamese police have arrested 85 people in connection with two massive illegal online betting rings, reportedly handling $133 million in transactions during the World Cup.

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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown

Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown

Belgium decisively defeated the United States 4-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, ending the host nation's tournament dreams and advancing to a quarter-final match against Spain.

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Spain edge Portugal to end Ronaldo World Cup dream

Spain edge Portugal to end Ronaldo World Cup dream

Spain has advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after a late 1-0 victory over Portugal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup aspirations. Meanwhile, the United States faces Belgium, with controversy surrounding striker Folarin Balogun's eligibility.

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Morocco has grit to lift World Cup, Kenya has potential to qualify in 2030 - Wanyama

Morocco has grit to lift World Cup, Kenya has potential to qualify in 2030 - Wanyama

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama believes Morocco has the capability to win the World Cup and expressed confidence in Kenya's potential to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

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Junior Starlets on brink of second World Cup

Junior Starlets on brink of second World Cup

Kenya's Junior Starlets are on the verge of qualifying for their second consecutive FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup after a dominant 2-0 away victory against South Africa in Pretoria.

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Battle for the titans as regional games kick off in Narok

Battle for the titans as regional games kick off in Narok

The Rift Valley Regional Secondary Schools Term Two games have kicked off in Narok County today, July 6, 2026, with reigning champions aiming to defend their titles and qualify for the national championship in Thika.

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KPA and Pipeline cruise to the final as Prisons bounce back to win game two

KPA and Pipeline cruise to the final as Prisons bounce back to win game two

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and Kenya Pipeline have advanced to the finals of the 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) National League season after dominant semi-final performances.

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Salah says 'had to do it' after coolest of penalties in World Cup win

Salah says 'had to do it' after coolest of penalties in World Cup win

Egypt secured a historic advancement to the World Cup last 16 for the first time after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

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Bellingham powers 10-man England past Mexico, into World Cup quarters

Bellingham powers 10-man England past Mexico, into World Cup quarters

Jude Bellingham scored twice, powering 10-man England to a dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico and into the World Cup quarter-finals.

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Haaland knocks Brazil out of World Cup as Norway reach quarters

Haaland knocks Brazil out of World Cup as Norway reach quarters

Erling Haaland scored two late goals to propel Norway to a historic 2-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, eliminating the five-time champions.

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Twelve and unbeaten: Grade Six pupil wins Kaptagat cycling category

Twelve and unbeaten: Grade Six pupil wins Kaptagat cycling category

Meshack Kiptoo Koech, a 12-year-old Grade Six pupil, emerged victorious in his category at the 2026 Kaptagat Cycling Challenge on Saturday, completing the 80-kilometre course.

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Paraguay coach says team 'fought like lions' in World Cup loss to France

Paraguay coach says team 'fought like lions' in World Cup loss to France

Paraguay's coach Gustavo Alfaro declared his team "fought like lions" despite a 1-0 World Cup round of 16 defeat against France on July 4, 2026.

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Ruthless Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters

Ruthless Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters

Morocco has secured a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals, defeating Canada 3-0 in a decisive round of 16 match held in Houston on July 4, 2026.

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Peerless Junior Starlets conquer Bantwana to set one foot in the 2026 World Cup

Peerless Junior Starlets conquer Bantwana to set one foot in the 2026 World Cup

The Junior Starlets have taken a significant step towards qualifying for the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup after securing a decisive 2-0 victory against South Africa's Bantwana in Pretoria.

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Somali referee Omar Artan receives heroic welcome in Nairobi

Somali referee Omar Artan receives heroic welcome in Nairobi

Somali FIFA referee Omar Artan received a heroic welcome in Nairobi, Kenya, after being previously denied entry to the USA for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

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Why African teams keep struggling at World Cup

Why African teams keep struggling at World Cup

The article explores the persistent struggles of African teams at the FIFA World Cup, examining the underlying reasons behind their limited success on the global stage.

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Crunch moment for Mildred Cheche and Junior Starlets

Crunch moment for Mildred Cheche and Junior Starlets

The Junior Starlets are facing a crucial moment in their quest to qualify for the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. They play South Africa in the first leg of their final qualifying round today.

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Wasteful Colombia overcome toothless Ghana to reach World Cup last-16

Wasteful Colombia overcome toothless Ghana to reach World Cup last-16

Colombia has secured their spot in the World Cup last-16 after a narrow 1-0 victory over a lacklustre Ghana on Friday.

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Argentina survive Cape Verde scare to reach World Cup last 16

Argentina survive Cape Verde scare to reach World Cup last 16

Argentina survived a significant scare, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

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Pipeline and KCB take lead in KVF play-offs

Pipeline and KCB take lead in KVF play-offs

Kenya Pipeline and KCB Bank have established early leads in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Women’s National League play-offs after winning their respective opening matches.

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Ambitious KDF target national league gong

Ambitious KDF target national league gong

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) boxing team is highly motivated to clinch the National Boxing League title, according to club officials.

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Cyclists, para-athletes set for Kaptagat challenge this July

Cyclists, para-athletes set for Kaptagat challenge this July

Cyclists and para-athletes will compete in the Kaptagat Cycling Challenge this July in Elgeyo Marakwet County, a demanding high-altitude race that also champions for greater inclusion in sports and environmental conservation.

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How gambling companies are using sponsorship, ads to reach World Cup viewers

How gambling companies are using sponsorship, ads to reach World Cup viewers

Gambling companies are leveraging the massive global audience of the FIFA World Cup for extensive marketing campaigns through sponsorships and advertisements.

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