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  1. November 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … The 33-year-old England captain joined Bayern from Tottenham in 2023 and has scored 156 goals in 161 games in all competitions. …

    Ballon d'Or winner Kane extends contract with Bayern Munich
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeBayern Munich have officially confirmed a landmark contract extension for England captain Harry Kane, tying the prolific forward to the Bavarian giants until June 30, 2029. …

    King Kane commits: Bayern Munich lock down Ballon d'Or winner until 2029
  4. Citizen Digital

    … Spanish media have reported Rodri could miss up to a month, which would rule him out of Spain's Nations League matches against the Czech Republic and England. …

    Barca's Rodri misses Atletico visit with hamstring injury
  5. The Standard

    … In 2005, Istanbul’s newly built Ataturk Olympics Stadium hosted the UEFA Champions League final between Italy’s AC Milan and England’s Liverpool. …

    Talanta Stadium offers Kenya a global marketing opportunity
  6. Citizen Digital

    … ogle Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) and Britain's Football Association (FA) Independent Non-Executive Chair Debbie Hewitt (R) talk ahead of the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between England …

    FIFA to share documents related to World Cup private investment plan
  7. Citizen Digital

    Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League trophy By AFP November 03, 2026 11:44 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane reacts after receiving the Ballon d'Or aw …

    Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League trophy
  8. Citizen Digital

    … However the England international said the reason he plays the game is to enjoy success with his team-mates. …

    Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League trophy
  9. Citizen Digital

    … The England captain, who took to the pitch wearing boots with gold studs, missed a second-half penalty and it was his wayward pass which Dortmund captain Nico Schlotterbeck intercepted on the way to Dortmund's equaliser. …

    Kane laments Dortmund draw after 'incredible high' of Ballon d'Or
  10. Citizen Digital

    … Carrick was given a stay of execution by the United hierarchy after a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth last weekend when many expected the axe to fall on the former England midfielder. …

    Carrick expects Man Utd stay despite Chelsea defeat
  11. October 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    … ow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester United's English head coach Michael Carrick reacts to their defeat on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Bournemouth at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England …

    No surprise to Carrick he's still Man Utd manager

Yesterday

  1. Kane extends Bayern Munich contract through 2029

    Harry Kane, the Ballon d'Or winner, signed a two-year extension with Bayern Munich, keeping him at the German champions until 2029. The 33-year-old England captain has scored 156 goals in 161 games since joining from Tottenham in 2023.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Bayern Munich extends Harry Kane contract to 2029

    Bayern Munich have confirmed a contract extension for England captain Harry Kane until June 30, 2029, replacing his original deal set to expire in summer 2027. The new terms are reported to be the most lucrative contract in Bayern Munich's history, positioning the 33-year-old as the highest-paid player in European football on base salary.

    5 November 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 4 November

  1. Barcelona's Rodri out with hamstring injury for Atletico clash

    Barcelona midfielder Rodri has been ruled out of Sunday's La Liga match against Atletico Madrid after tests confirmed a minor right hamstring injury sustained during Tuesday's Champions League win over Aston Villa. Spanish media reports he could miss up to a month, potentially sidelining him from Spain's upcoming Nations League matches.

    4 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Talanta Stadium opening could boost Kenya's international profile

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's plan to host Bayern Munich and Ajax at the Talanta Stadium's official opening reflects a strategy used by other nations to enhance their international standing through sporting visibility. The author cites Rwanda's tourism partnership with Arsenal and other examples as evidence that such sporting occasions, when backed by coherent tourism strategy, can attract investment, boost destination awareness, and generate economic benefits.

    4 November 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 3 November

  1. FIFA Council members gain access to World Cup investment documents

    FIFA will allow its 37-member Council to view key documents related to the failed FIFA Forward Enterprise plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors. Council members have two weeks to request in-person access to the documents under specific conditions, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom informed them on Monday.

    3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kane says he'd trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League

    Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane said Monday he would trade the individual award for the Champions League trophy, telling reporters that team trophies are why he plays football and that lifting the Champions League with Bayern Munich would be an incredible feeling.

    3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 2 November

  1. Kane values Champions League trophy over individual Ballon d'Or award

    Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, who won the Ballon d'Or last week, said he would trade the individual honour for a Champions League trophy, emphasizing that team success and celebrations with teammates matter more than personal accolades.

    2 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 1 November

  1. Kane frustrated after Bayern draw despite Ballon d'Or win

    Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or on Monday, calling it "one of the best feelings I've had in my career," but criticized his own performance in Bayern Munich's 2-2 home draw with Borussia Dortmund on Saturday. Kane missed a second-half penalty in the match that leaves Bayern and Dortmund tied on 18 points atop the Bundesliga.

    1 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Carrick expects to remain Manchester United manager after Chelsea loss

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he expects to stay in charge despite a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea, which extended the club's winless run to nine matches. Carrick was retained after a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth the previous weekend and will manage the team in Tuesday's Champions League visit of Roma.

    1 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 30 October

  1. Carrick insists he is here to do job despite poor form

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he needed "no assurances" over his future and was unsurprised to still be in charge, despite mounting criticism of the team's dismal form and eight games without a win.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 29 October

  1. England striker Toney to stand trial for assault in June 2028

    England striker Ivan Toney, 30, who plays for Saudi club Al-Ahli, will face trial over an alleged assault at a London nightclub in December. Toney appeared at Southwark Crown Court and pleaded not guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm; the trial is scheduled for June 12, 2028.

    29 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Bayern Munich, Ajax to play at Raila Odinga International Stadium

    Kenya's new Raila Odinga International Stadium will host an exhibition match between Bayern Munich and Ajax on January 5, 2027, President William Ruto announced. The fixture is intended to showcase the 60,000-capacity facility ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

  3. England striker Toney to stand trial for alleged assault

    England striker Ivan Toney will face trial in June 2028 over an alleged assault at a London nightclub in December, accused of headbutting and punching Saber Da Silva. The 30-year-old, who plays for Saudi club Al-Ahli, appeared at Southwark Crown Court and entered a not guilty plea.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Neville says managers sometimes need dismissal for their own good

    Gary Neville says Manchester United managers can need to be dismissed "for their own good" as Michael Carrick remains under pressure after a run of eight games without a win and a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth. Neville suggests United's hierarchy debated Carrick's future but decided to stay with him due to lack of planning and available options.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 28 October

  1. Real Madrid apologizes for Mbappé's Mao Zedong mockery

    Real Madrid apologized to China after player Kylian Mbappé made remarks mocking Mao Zedong in a video interview, prompting Chinese state television to suspend broadcasts of La Liga matches following public backlash.

    28 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 27 October

  1. Carrick stays on as Man Utd manager for Chelsea match

    Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United's head coach for their trip to Chelsea this weekend, despite the club's poor start and a recent 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth. According to BBC Sport, the 45-year-old has been given an opportunity to turn things around with United sitting one place above the relegation zone and on an eight-match winless run.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or, first English winner in 25 years

    England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or award on Monday, becoming the first English winner in 25 years after scoring 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season. Kane, 33, is now targeting Champions League glory for Bayern Munich and an international tournament win for England.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or award in London

    England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane became England's first Ballon d'Or winner in 25 years, beating Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe at the 2026 ceremony held in London. Alexia Putellas won the women's award for a third time.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. 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 →

  5. Kane wins first English Ballon d'Or in 25 years

    Harry Kane became England's first Ballon d'Or winner in 25 years, beating Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe at the ceremony in London. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich forward struck 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season.

    27 October 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Kane wins Ballon d'Or, first English winner since 2001

    Harry Kane said his Ballon d'Or triumph "feels like a dream" as tributes poured in for the first English winner of the award since Michael Owen in 2001. The England and Bayern Munich forward fended off competition from Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe to be named the world's best men's footballer at the London Palladium theatre on Monday.

    27 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 26 October

  1. Kenya Junior Starlets advance to World Cup Round of 16

    Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the knockout stage of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup for the first time after defeating Samoa 4-0 in their final Group E match. The team will face Japan in the Round of 16 on October 29.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kane favored for 2026 Ballon d'Or award in London

    Harry Kane is the favourite to win the 70th Ballon d'Or award at a ceremony in London on Monday, with Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe also in contention. Kane struck 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season, leading Bayern Munich to a league and cup double and England to the World Cup semi-finals.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Kane favoured for Ballon d'Or, facing Yamal and Mbappé

    Harry Kane is the favourite to become England's first Ballon d'Or winner in 25 years when the award is presented in London on Monday, competing against La Liga's Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé. Alexia Putellas is the clear frontrunner for the women's prize for a third time.

    26 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 23 October

  1. Hamilton welcomes F1 return to Africa, expresses Rwanda concerns

    Lewis Hamilton praised Formula One's decision to return to Africa but raised reservations about Rwanda hosting the continent's first Grand Prix in over three decades. Hamilton said he wants to race into his forties to compete in an African Grand Prix, acknowledging concerns about Rwanda while calling for a humble approach.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Lewis Hamilton defends Rwanda hosting Formula 1 African Grand Prix

    Lewis Hamilton has addressed human rights concerns about Formula 1 holding an African Grand Prix in Rwanda starting in the early 2030s, saying people should "approach it with humility" and acknowledging that many of Africa's problems stem from colonialism and Western intervention.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Kenyan girls clash with Chinese Taipei in ISF World Cup quarters

    Kenya's girls football team advances to the quarter-finals of the ISF 2026 World Cup in Suzhou after finishing second in Group B, and will face Chinese Taipei, who topped Group D, in today's knockout match.

    23 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Tour de France Femmes 2027 to finish on Puy de Dome volcano

    The 2027 Tour de France Femmes, beginning in Leeds, England, will conclude on the Puy de Dome volcano on August 7. The nine-stage race will include the first three stages in England and feature the race's first-ever team time-trial through London.

    22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. David Ouma backs Junior Starlets to beat USA in World Cup

    Former Harambee Starlets coach David Ouma has tipped Kenya's Junior Starlets to defeat the United States in their second Group E match of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, saying the USA's 17-0 victory over Samoa should not intimidate them.

    22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Kenya Junior Starlets coach urges attack sharpening before USA match

    Kenya's Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche has challenged her players to improve finishing and defensive organization ahead of their second Group E match against the United States at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, after their 3-0 loss to China in their opening game.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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