Al Hilal — Saudi club that signed Ollie Watkins and Karim Benzema, lost to Gor Mahia in Cecafa Kagame Cup semi-finals.
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The Standard
… The Brewers finished third in their group after defeats to Al Hilal and Rayon Sports before ending the tournament with a 2-0 victory over KVZ.Reaching the CAF Confederation Cup group stage would be a major achievement for Tusker both on and off the pitch, as it comes with increas …
Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup qualifiersThe Standard
… The Kenyan champions will face Rwanda's Rayon Sports in Friday's final at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali after surviving a tense semi-final against the Sudanese giants Al Hilal. …
Gor Mahia coach Akonnor impressed with his side ahead of Champions League battleCitizen Digital
… The Kenyan side head into the Group ‘C’ clash seeking their first points of the tournament after falling 2-0 to Sudanese giants Al Hilal in their opening match. …
Kagame Cup: Tusker seek win against hosts Rayon SportsCitizen Digital
… Our target is to progress beyond the group stage and reach the quarter-finals." Tusker will spend the next two weeks in Rwanda competing in the CECAFA Kagame Cup, where they have been drawn in Group C alongside Al Hilal, Rayon Sports and Zanzibar's KVZ Sports Club. …
Tusker building squad to challenge Africa's best, says MetteThe Standard
… Group C brings together Sudanese powerhouse Al Hilal, Rwandan giants Rayon Sports, Tusker and Zanzibar's KVZ SC. …
Tusker target strong start as CECAFA Kagame Cup offers ideal CAF testCitizen Digital
… There is prize money in that invite and this will go a long way in helping Gor in their future preparations.’’ Ryon Sports finished fourth in the Rwandese top tier league last season behind Al Hilal, APR and Al Merrikh while Gor claimed the league title they lost in the previous …
Gor set for Rayon Sports friendly ahead of Kagame CupArsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he was "very surprised" by Gabriel Jesus's claim that he was forced to train alone and given no information before joining Barcelona in September. Arteta insisted he had spoken to Jesus about the transfer and they parted on good terms.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he was "very surprised" by Gabriel Jesus's claim that he was forced to train alone and given no information before joining Barcelona in September. Arteta insisted he had spoken to Jesus about the transfer and they parted on good terms.
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Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, will pursue the Asian Champions League with Al Nassr under new coach Ange Postecoglou as the continent's top club competition begins Monday, with big-spending Saudi teams positioned to dominate.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he is happy with his squad after the Premier League champions failed to sign Morgan Rogers, Vinicius Junior, and Julian Alvarez during the summer transfer window, while losing Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli. Arteta told reporters he loves the players he has and pledged to support them.
5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pyramids FC, fresh from winning the African champions title, face Kenyan champions Gor Mahia in a CAF Champions League preliminary-round first leg at Nyayo National Stadium. The Egyptian side's captain Mohamed Dudu El Gabbas cautioned his teammates to expect a serious test and match Gor Mahia's intensity.
5 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former France and Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has mutually agreed to terminate his contract with Saudi club Al Hilal just under eight months after joining. Al Hilal expressed appreciation for his contributions and professionalism during his time with the team.
31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England forward Ollie Watkins has left Aston Villa to join Saudi club Al Hilal on a three-year deal reported to be worth £50 million, joining a squad that includes Karim Benzema and Crysencio Summerville.
30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is closing in on a £50 million move to Saudi side Al Hilal and will be replaced by Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson. Manager Unai Emery said Watkins's legacy should remain untarnished despite not playing in last weekend's 4-0 loss to Brighton, citing a disagreement over his availability.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona have reached a deal with Manchester City to sign Spanish midfielder Rodri for around 75 million euros, with an official announcement expected in the coming days. The 30-year-old World Cup winner and 2024 Ballon d'Or recipient joins after Manchester City's success since 2019, with Barcelona moving for him following injuries to midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
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Gor Mahia will face hosts Rayon Sports in Friday's CECAFA Kagame Cup final, seeking to end a 41-year wait for regional glory. Head coach Charles Akonnor expressed confidence after the team topped their group and defeated Al Hilal in the semi-finals.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia will face Rwanda's Rayon Sports in today's Cecafa Kagame Cup final, seeking to end a 41-year title drought dating back to their 1985 victory. The FKF Premier League champions reached the final after defeating Al Hilal 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
7 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani, hosting the first leg between September 4 and 6 before traveling for the return match a week later. The FKF Cup winners will advance to the second preliminary round if they eliminate Al Ahli Madani, with a place in the group stage at stake.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes the Cecafa Kagame Cup has provided vital competitive preparation as the Kenyan champions advance to the tournament final and prepare for CAF Champions League qualifiers. Gor Mahia reached the final after beating Sudan's Al Hilal 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan side Tusker seek their first points at the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup after a 2-0 opening loss to Al Hilal, facing hosts Rayon Sports in Group C on Wednesday in Kigali.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the club is building a stronger, deeper squad to compete with Africa's elite in the CAF Confederation Cup, noting that quality recruitment and a favourable preliminary-round draw will be key to their continental ambitions.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker are competing in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, which begins Friday in Rwanda, as preparation for their return to continental football in the CAF Confederation Cup. Coach Julien Mette views the regional tournament as an opportunity to measure the team against East and Central African clubs before their first CAF Confederation Cup campaign since 1994.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia will play Rwandan club Rayon Sports in an all-expenses-paid friendly match on July 18 in Kigali as part of Rayon Sports' annual Rayon Day celebrations and season launch.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →