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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … De la Fuente picked a similar squad to his World Cup team for the upcoming Nations League games against England, Croatia twice, and the Czech Republic. …

    World Cup 'not enough' as Spain begin next chapter
  3. Citizen Digital

    … "And because I am very competitive, I'm going to give it everything I've got." Spain travel to England on September 26 in their first game since lifting the World Cup before hosting Croatia three days later in Seville, to start their Nations League campaign. …

    'Best is yet to come,' says De la Fuente after Spain extension
  4. Citizen Digital

    … La Roja travel to England on September 26 in their first game since lifting the World Cup in July before hosting Croatia three days later in Seville. …

    Spain coach De la Fuente offers 'full support' to people of Ceuta
  5. Citizen Digital

    … "The stadium is sold out, it will be very exciting, the motivation cannot be higher to play against the world champions." England also play the Czech Republic twice and Croatia once during the upcoming international window.

    England can build on World Cup 'spirit', says Tuchel
  6. The Standard

    … Leading Germany to a first Davis Cup crown since 1993 would cap off his year in style.But to reach November's eight-team Finals, the Germans must first get through a second-round qualifying tie against Croatia in Halle on Saturday and Sunday. …

    Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers
  7. Citizen Digital

    Modric available for Croatia in Nations League By AFP September 06, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Croatia's midfielder Luka Modric (C) kicks the ball flanked by France's forward Kylian Mbappe ( …

    Modric available for Croatia in Nations League
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Even so, the campaign was enough for the country to rise two positions in the ranking, overtaking European teams Germany and Croatia. …

    The FIFA ranking after the World Cup
  9. August 2026
  10. The Standard

    … Europe's weather warning system MeteoAlarm on Monday said scorching temperatures are already being felt across much of Italy and coastal areas of Croatia.Here's what to know as temperatures soar again across the continent, the fastest-warming on the planet due to human-caused cli …

    Europe braces for another summer heatwave
  11. The Standard

    … Amorim said Modric would play against Inter, having just competed at his fifth World Cup where Croatia were knocked out in the last 32 by Portugal."We did a lot to get him back at least for one more year," Amorim said of the former Tottenham and Real Madrid star, who turns 41 in …

    Amorim evokes spirit of Baresi as he bids revive AC Milan fortunes
  12. Citizen Digital

    … "I have just one wish: to get down to work as soon as possible." The Czech Republic's next competitive matches are in the Nations League, against England, Croatia and Spain in late September and early October. …

    Spaniard Santi Denia takes over as Czech Republic coach

Today

  1. Tuchel says relationship with Bellingham now in good place

    England boss Thomas Tuchel has revealed his "up and down" relationship with Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is now in a good place. Tuchel and Bellingham endured a turbulent time together with the national team, though Bellingham has twice won England's player of the year award since Tuchel took charge in 2025.

    5 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

  1. Jobe Bellingham receives first England call-up alongside brother Jude

    Jobe Bellingham has been named in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the first time, joining older brother Jude, ahead of Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. Chelsea's Cole Palmer was omitted, with Tuchel citing missed opportunities at international level.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 5 November

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal after 234 appearances

    Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, ending more than two decades with Portugal. He scored 146 goals in 234 appearances for his country since making his debut in 2003.

    5 November 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 3 November

  1. Toyota confirms two-team WRC lineup with Tänak and Rovanperä

    Toyota Gazoo Racing has announced its 2027 World Rally Championship driver lineup, featuring reigning world champion Elfyn Evans and returning former champions Ott Tänak and Kalle Rovanperä across two separate teams fielding the new GR Celica Rally1 and GR Yaris Rally1 models under revised technical regulations.

    3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 27 October

  1. Japanese rally driver Katsuta targets 2027 WRC title

    Takamoto Katsuta, a Toyota driver who won his maiden WRC races in Kenya and Croatia earlier in 2026, is setting his sights on challenging for the World Rally Championship title in 2027 after finishing sixth in the 2026 standings. His strong start to the season was followed by a difficult second half with punctures, crashes and mistakes in Estonia, Finland, Paraguay and Chile.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. US, UK and 29 other nations warn of Sudan famine risk

    A joint statement from 31 countries warned of urgent action needed to address "alarming deterioration" in Sudan's food security due to ongoing conflict. Aid workers estimate the war has killed more than 200,000 people, displaced more than 13 million, and created the world's largest hunger and displacement crises, with over 40 percent of the population experiencing acute food insecurity.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Kenyan girls' team beats France, Mexico at ISF World Cup

    Kenya's girls' football team performed as giant slayers at the 2026 ISF Football World Cup in Suzhou, China, losing 1-0 to Brazil in their opening match but recovering to defeat France 6-1 and Mexico 9-0 to advance to the quarter-finals.

    27 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 24 October

  1. Kenya girls football team loses to Germany in World Cup semis

    Kenya's girls football team was eliminated from the 2026 ISF World Cup after losing to Germany 5-3 on penalties in the semi-finals in China, with the match ending 1-1 after regulation time.

    24 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Foden scores hat-trick as Manchester City beats AEK Athens 5-1

    Phil Foden scored a hat-trick as Manchester City routed AEK Athens 5-1 in the Champions League, providing evidence that his prolonged slump might be over. Manager Enzo Maresca praised Foden's sublime display at the Etihad Stadium after the 26-year-old has struggled over the last two seasons.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Chelsea boss defends Palmer's commitment to England

    Xabi Alonso has defended Cole Palmer's commitment to England after Thomas Tuchel criticised the Chelsea forward for missing too many opportunities to play for the national team. Palmer withdrew from the England squad for recent Nations League matches with an injury.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Kenya secures Safari Rally spot in expanded 2027 WRC calendar

    Kenya has retained its place on the FIA World Rally Championship calendar for 2027 as the championship expands to a record 15 rounds. The confirmation ends uncertainty over Safari Rally's future, with the 2027 season featuring the return of the United States for the first time since 1988 and the United Kingdom after an eight-year absence.

    8 October 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Kenya to host WRC Safari Rally third round in March 2027

    Kenya will host the World Rally Championship Safari Rally in 2027 as the third round of the season, scheduled for March 18 to 21 in Naivasha. President William Ruto said the event supports the hospitality and business sectors while promoting Kenya internationally, and noted the government will no longer use exchequer funds to promote the rally starting 2027.

    8 October 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Safari Rally confirmed for 2027 World Rally Championship

    Kenya's Safari Rally will return to the FIA World Rally Championship in 2027 as the third round, scheduled for March 18–21. The confirmation secures Kenya's place among the world's premier rallying destinations, though the FIA announcement did not specify the duration of the newly granted hosting rights.

    8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Spain rally past Croatia; Kane equals Shilton record for England

    World champions Spain beat Croatia 2–1 with Mikel Merino scoring twice to extend their unbeaten run to 42 matches and secure a Nations League quarter-final spot. England won 3–0 against Czech Republic, with Harry Kane scoring twice and equalling Peter Shilton's 125-cap national appearance record.

    7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 5 October

  1. Kane poised to equal England caps record, Tuchel says

    England captain Harry Kane will draw level with Peter Shilton's 125 appearance record if he plays in Tuesday's Nations League match against Czech Republic. The 33-year-old striker is already England's record goalscorer with 89 goals.

    5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kane approaches Shilton's England appearance record

    Harry Kane is set to equal Peter Shilton's England appearance record of 125 caps in a Nations League clash at Wembley. Kane, England's record scorer with 89 goals, has formed a flourishing partnership with Jude Bellingham as the team rebuilds after World Cup disappointment.

    5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 4 October

  1. England crush Croatia 7-0 in Nations League statement win

    Harry Kane said England's 7-0 rout of Croatia in the Nations League served as a statement of intent to their European rivals. Thomas Tuchel's side ran riot in Rijeka thanks to Kane's double and a brace from Bukayo Saka, with Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers also on target.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Tuchel says England healing from World Cup exit pain

    England head coach Thomas Tuchel said Saturday's 7-0 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League proved the team has healed from their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina in July, when defensive tactics in the closing stages led to two late goals costing them a place in the final.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Spain win 3-1 vs Czechs; England thrash Croatia 7-0

    Spain defeated the Czech Republic 3-1 in the Nations League, recording their 41st consecutive unbeaten game with goals from Lamine Yamal, Rodri, and Mikel Merino. England overwhelmed Croatia 7-0, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scoring twice.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 3 October

  1. Manchester City verdict is discussion topic in England camp

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said Manchester City's guilty verdict on Premier League financial breaches is a significant topic among England players, though he insisted the case would not affect his team selection for Saturday's Nations League match in Croatia.

    3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. PSG forward Torres leaves Spain camp with left ankle injury

    PSG forward Ferran Torres has been released from Spain's national team training camp due to a left ankle injury that has caused him pain for several days, the Spanish Football Federation announced. Torres, the 2026 World Cup final winner, will be replaced by Real Madrid's Carlos Espi for upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Czech Republic and Croatia.

    3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Spain defeats Croatia 4-1 in UEFA Nations League

    Lamine Yamal scored twice as world champions Spain won 4-1 against Croatia in their first home match since winning the World Cup in July, while Harry Kane scored as England won in the Czech Republic.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Spain beats Croatia 4-1, England down Czechs in Nations League

    Lamine Yamal scored twice as world champions Spain defeated Croatia 4-1 at home in the UEFA Nations League, while Harry Kane scored as England won in the Czech Republic. Spain's match was their first home fixture since winning the World Cup in July.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Spain defeat Croatia 4-1; England beats Czech Republic

    World champions Spain won 4-1 against Croatia in Seville on Tuesday in a UEFA Nations League match, with Lamine Yamal scoring twice. England won against the Czech Republic with Harry Kane scoring.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. O'Reilly ruled out of England's Czech Republic Nations League match

    England defender Nico O'Reilly has been ruled out of the Nations League match against the Czech Republic on Tuesday, while Ezri Konsa is set to be in the squad. Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha has been called up as O'Reilly's replacement.

    29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 28 September

  1. England manager Tuchel rejects calls for player rotation

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said players and their clubs should not be allowed to pick and choose which international matches to play in during the Nations League window, rejecting calls to rest players who had short summer breaks after the World Cup.

    28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. England loses 3-2 to Spain despite leading 2-1 at halftime

    Thomas Tuchel's England side surrendered a second-half lead to lose 3-2 to Spain on Saturday, with Tuchel attributing the defeat to defensive errors and saying the side needs to improve to reach Spain's level.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Spain beats England 3-2 in Nations League after world title

    Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente said his team can improve further after extending their unbeaten run to 39 games by coming from behind to defeat England 3-2 at Wembley in the Nations League, their first match since winning the World Cup for the second time.

    27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 26 September

  1. Kenya launches urban climate resilience framework for Africa

    Kenya has unveiled a new framework called Building Climate Resilience with the Urban Poor (BCRUP) aimed at mobilising climate finance for vulnerable urban communities across Africa, with three instruments announced by Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi at the 81st United Nations General Assembly.

    26 September 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Harry Kane four appearances from England caps record

    Harry Kane is four caps short of Peter Shilton's England record of 125 appearances. Kane could equal the record in upcoming Nations League fixtures against Spain, Croatia, and the Czech Republic.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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