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

Arsenal secured a spot in the Champions League semi-finals for the second consecutive year after a goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon, advancing 1-0 on aggregate. Manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence in his team's character following the result. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich 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. Liverpool and France forward Hugo Ekitike will miss the 2026 World Cup due to a serious injury, as confirmed by France boss Didier Deschamps.

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

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

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

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

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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

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France boss Deschamps confirms Ekitike to miss World Cup

France boss Deschamps confirms Ekitike to miss World Cup

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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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Kenyan drivers ready for Uganda's Pearl of Africa Rally

Kenyan drivers ready for Uganda's Pearl of Africa Rally

Kenyan drivers are gearing up for the Uganda Pearl of Africa Rally, set to take place in Mbarara from May 8–11, 2026. This event is a crucial part of the Africa Rally Championships (ARC).

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Why Eldoret City Marathon fun run will be special

Why Eldoret City Marathon fun run will be special

The 2026 Eldoret City Marathon on April 26 is set to be a special event, with organizers anticipating a record number of participants for its 10km fun run.

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Kenyan Madina Okot makes history with WNBA draft to Atlanta Dream

Kenyan Madina Okot makes history with WNBA draft to Atlanta Dream

Kenyan center Madina Okot has made history by being drafted into the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), becoming the third Kenyan to play in the league.

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Kenya renews rivalry against Uganda in Enterprise Cup tie

Kenya renews rivalry against Uganda in Enterprise Cup tie

Kenyan champions Kabras Sugar Rugby Club will face Uganda's Black Pirates Rugby Club in a historic 2026 Enterprise Cup final, reviving a classic Kenya versus Uganda rivalry under a new cross-border format.

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School Games: Near misses initiate soul searching for big shots

School Games: Near misses initiate soul searching for big shots

The Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term One Games in Kisumu have marked a significant period of soul searching for traditionally dominant sports schools. Several established powerhouses experienced unexpected near misses and outright failures to qualify for the national stage, signaling a shift in the competitive landscape.

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Junior Starlets shift focus to World Cup qualifier duel

Junior Starlets shift focus to World Cup qualifier duel

The Junior Starlets have secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Namibia in the first leg of their 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier and are now focused on the return match.

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Maradona's birthplace repurposed as soup kitchen for Argentina's hungry

Maradona's birthplace repurposed as soup kitchen for Argentina's hungry

The childhood home of late football legend Diego Maradona in Villa Fiorito, Buenos Aires, has been transformed into a soup kitchen, providing meals for those struggling with economic hardship.

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Carrick labels Martinez red card as 'worst decision' ever

Carrick labels Martinez red card as 'worst decision' ever

Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick has strongly criticized referee Paul Tierney following Lisandro Martinez's red card in their 2-1 defeat to Leeds United. Carrick termed the decision "one of the worst" he has ever seen.

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Kenya's top teams ready for East Africa games after nationals showdown

Kenya's top teams ready for East Africa games after nationals showdown

The Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association Term One National Games concluded over the weekend, showcasing both dominant performances and new champions across various disciplines as the nation gears up for the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Associations (FEASSSA) Games in Tanzania this August.

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FIFA Series: Harambee Starlets Sh1.5 million richer after 2-0 win over India, Australia final next

FIFA Series: Harambee Starlets Sh1.5 million richer after 2-0 win over India, Australia final next

Kenya's Harambee Starlets secured a 2-0 victory over India in the FIFA Series, earning a significant financial reward and advancing to the final.

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Mathare United edge New Mathare FC in slum derby

Mathare United edge New Mathare FC in slum derby

Mathare United FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over New Mathare FC in a spirited slum derby held at the Mathare Depot Grounds in Nairobi over the weekend.

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Rosenior admits Chelsea in 'difficult place'

Rosenior admits Chelsea in 'difficult place'

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has admitted the team is in a "difficult place" following a 3-0 defeat to Manchester City, their third consecutive loss in the Premier League.

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