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Spain Defeats France 2-0 to Reach World Cup Final

Spain defeated France 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals to advance to the final, ending France's campaign despite their previously potent attack. Spanish defender Pedro Porro described reaching the World Cup final as "a dream come true" after scoring in the victory over favourites France. Meanwhile, France's World Cup dreams ended in immense disappointment following the 2-0 semi-final defeat, according to star forward Kylian Mbappe.

France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final

France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final

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Spain's Porro says 'dream come true' to reach World Cup final

Spain's Porro says 'dream come true' to reach World Cup final

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'Immense disappointment': Mbappe rues end of World Cup dream

'Immense disappointment': Mbappe rues end of World Cup dream

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Scaloni says fatigue not a concern for Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Scaloni says fatigue not a concern for Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni expressed no concern over fatigue as his team prepares to face England in a highly anticipated World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

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Double delight as Junior Starlets continue soaring higher

Double delight as Junior Starlets continue soaring higher

The Junior Starlets have secured their berth at the 2026 Fifa U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, triumphing over South Africa with a commanding 5-1 aggregate victory.

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France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final

France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final

Spain defeated a highly-rated France team 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, ending France's campaign despite their sebelumnya potent attack.

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Spain's Porro says 'dream come true' to reach World Cup final

Spain's Porro says 'dream come true' to reach World Cup final

Spanish defender Pedro Porro described reaching the World Cup final as "a dream come true" after scoring in their 2-0 victory over favourites France.

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'Immense disappointment': Mbappe rues end of World Cup dream

'Immense disappointment': Mbappe rues end of World Cup dream

France's World Cup dreams have ended in immense disappointment following a 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain, according to star forward Kylian Mbappe.

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Kerugoya Girls hosts Kirinyaga County Annual Chess Championship

Kerugoya Girls hosts Kirinyaga County Annual Chess Championship

Kerugoya Girls High School is currently hosting the annual Kirinyaga County Chess Championship, a significant event that brings together over 400 students from 20 schools.

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Mwangi proves too good for his rivals in Limuru

Mwangi proves too good for his rivals in Limuru

KJ Mwangi emerged victorious at the fourth edition of the Senator's Swing golf series held at Limuru Country Club, outshining a field of 236 golfers.

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Man United complete signing of Brazilian Andrey Santos from Chelsea

Man United complete signing of Brazilian Andrey Santos from Chelsea

Manchester United has officially signed Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for a significant transfer fee.

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Mwangi rules Duracoat Golf Masters in Nanyuki

Mwangi rules Duracoat Golf Masters in Nanyuki

Joseph Mwangi, club chairman, emerged as the overall winner at the Duracoat Golf Masters held at the Nanyuki Sports Club. The tournament is part of paintmaker Basco Paints Limited's 50th anniversary celebrations.

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Teenager Joseph stuns seniors with sterling performance at Nyali

Teenager Joseph stuns seniors with sterling performance at Nyali

Teenage golfer Aryan Joseph, aged 15, delivered a stunning performance to win the Members Invitational tournament at Nyali Golf and Country Club on Saturday, outshining senior and veteran players.

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Look at the mark Halaand has left on Norway

Look at the mark Halaand has left on Norway

Norway's Erling Haaland was effectively neutralized by England in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final match, leading to Norway's 2-1 extra-time defeat.

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Kasarani Youth and Sombea Boxing clubs set to rewrite history books

Kasarani Youth and Sombea Boxing clubs set to rewrite history books

Emerging boxing clubs Kasarani Youth and Sombea Boxing are posing a significant challenge to the long-standing dominance of league champions Kenya Police and Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).

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Junior Starlets second straight FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification

Junior Starlets second straight FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification

Kenya's Junior Starlets have secured their second consecutive qualification for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, defeating South Africa 5-1 on aggregate.

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Highway secondary retain Nairobi region football crown

Highway secondary retain Nairobi region football crown

Highway Secondary School successfully defended their Nairobi regional football crown, defeating rivals Upper Hill 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw.

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Ruto hails Junior Starlets, pledges full support

Ruto hails Junior Starlets, pledges full support

President William Ruto has congratulated Kenya's Junior Starlets for their historic qualification to the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.

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Wanyonyi eyes glory in London after world record run in Monaco

Wanyonyi eyes glory in London after world record run in Monaco

Kenyan runner Emmanuel Wanyonyi shattered the world record in the men's 1000m at the Monaco Diamond League with an impressive time of 2:11.83. This new record surpasses the previous mark set 27 years ago by Noah Ngeny.

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Champs Highway face off with Upper Hill in Nairobi final

Champs Highway face off with Upper Hill in Nairobi final

The Nairobi Region boys' football final will feature a highly anticipated clash between defending champions Highway Senior School and Upper Hill School on Sunday at Jamhuri Senior School.

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Kimutai, Jerono reign supreme at Kaptagat race

Kimutai, Jerono reign supreme at Kaptagat race

Stephen Kimutai and Vivian Jerono emerged as the champions of the Kaptagat Forest Marathon held on Saturday, marking the tenth edition of the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme (KICP).

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Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up blockbuster England World Cup semi-final

Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up blockbuster England World Cup semi-final

Argentina secured a dramatic 3-1 extra-time victory over 10-man Switzerland on Saturday, setting up a highly anticipated World Cup semi-final clash with rivals England.

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Bellingham heroics edge England past Norway and into World Cup semis

Bellingham heroics edge England past Norway and into World Cup semis

Jude Bellingham was the hero for England, scoring twice in their 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The Three Lions came from behind in the searing Miami heat to overcome Norway's historic run.

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St Mary's Yala and Nyakach Girls crowned new Nyanza football champs

St Mary's Yala and Nyakach Girls crowned new Nyanza football champs

St Mary's Yala and Nyakach Girls High School have been crowned the new Nyanza Region Secondary School football champions. The teams secured their victories on Saturday, July 11, 2025, at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay.

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Homa Bay duo Asumbi Girls and Agoro Sare crowned Nyanza basketball 3x3 champs

Homa Bay duo Asumbi Girls and Agoro Sare crowned Nyanza basketball 3x3 champs

Asumbi Girls High School and Agoro Sare High School from Homa Bay County have been crowned the new Nyanza Region Secondary School basketball 3x3 champions.

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Aluor and Masara crowned Nyanza volleyball champs

Aluor and Masara crowned Nyanza volleyball champs

St Cecilia Aluor Girls High School and Masara Secondary School have been crowned the new Nyanza Region Secondary School volleyball champions for 2026.

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Strathmore captain Ayimba hopes to go for jugular at National Sevens Circuit

Strathmore captain Ayimba hopes to go for jugular at National Sevens Circuit

Strathmore University Leos RFC captain Gabriel Ayimba is optimistic about his team's chances in the upcoming 2026 National 7s Circuit following a strong performance at the Crown Paints Ruff N Tuff Rugby 7s tournament.

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England battle Norway as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight

England battle Norway as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight

The 2026 World Cup heads into its quarter-finals with a headline clash between England and Norway, featuring star strikers Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

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African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

Despite criticism regarding an increased number of slots, African teams largely justified their participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with 90% of qualifiers reaching the knockout stage.

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Kenya wins silver to qualify for 2026 World Schools Team Chess Championship

Kenya wins silver to qualify for 2026 World Schools Team Chess Championship

Moi Nyeri Complex Primary School of Kenya has secured a silver medal at the Africa Schools Team Chess Championship in South Africa, earning them a spot in the 2026 World Schools Team Chess Championship.

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Shujaa star Amaitsa joins KCB as bankers' boost squad ahead of new campaign

Shujaa star Amaitsa joins KCB as bankers' boost squad ahead of new campaign

Kenya Sevens star Nygel Amaitsa has joined KCB Rugby as the club bolsters its squad ahead of the upcoming 2026 National Sevens Circuit.

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Battle for regional glory and tickets to national games gains momentum

Battle for regional glory and tickets to national games gains momentum

The race for qualification to the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two games is intensifying across various regions as schools battle for glory.

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Merino strikes late as Spain beat Belgium to set up France World Cup semi

Merino strikes late as Spain beat Belgium to set up France World Cup semi

Spain secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium, with Mikel Merino scoring a late winner to send them to the World Cup semi-finals against France.

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