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Every mention in the Kenyan press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.
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The Standard
… The Egyptians having learned before the game that they were qualified for the last 32 for the first time in their history due to results elsewhere but that took nothing away from a ferocious game in Seattle.The Pharoahs raced into the lead in the fith minute when Mahmoud Saber st …
Iran have certain World Cup last-32 place snatched awayThe Standard
… Among those teams facing a nervous wait on Saturday to see if they will advance are Iran, who suffered heartache on Friday when they drew 1-1 with Egypt in Seattle. …
England, Portugal eye top spots as World Cup group stages wrap upCitizen Digital
… In Group G, Egypt will attempt to clinch top spot with victory over Iran in Seattle in a game that has been laced with controversy. …
Dembele hits hat-trick as France swat Norway, Senegal stay aliveCitizen Digital
… REUTERS/David Ryder/File Photo Audio By Vocalize Fans will be allowed to bring rainbow flags when Egypt face Iran in Seattle's designated "Pride Match" at the World Cup, FIFA said on Thursday, echoing comments from local organisers that the symbol is one of human rights despite …
FIFA gives green light for rainbow flags at Egypt v Iran World Cup clashCitizen Digital
… In Group G, Egypt will attempt to clinch top spot with victory over Iran in Seattle in a game that has been laced with controversy. …
Mbappe v Haaland as France face Norway in World Cup group deciderCitizen Digital
… The opportunity is there, though, to secure a last-32 game in Seattle against a third-placed team on July 1, possibly followed by a last-16 tie in the city, with Egypt based in nearby Spokane. …
Egypt, Iran face crunch World Cup game in shadow of geopoliticsCitizen Digital
… Complex, Antalya, Turkey - May 29, 2026 Iran players pose for a team group photo before the match REUTERS/Umit Bektas/File Photo Audio By Vocalize The United States will ease travel restrictions imposed on the Iranian team during the World Cup, allowing them to arrive in Seattle …
US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3 of World CupCitizen Digital
… Complex, Antalya, Turkey - May 29, 2026 Iran players pose for a team group photo before the match REUTERS/Umit Bektas/File Photo Audio By Vocalize The United States will ease travel restrictions imposed on the Iranian team during the World Cup, allowing them to arrive in Seattle …
US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3 of World CupThe Standard
… "We could both progress with a point, that's evident, but I don't think it's in us to just concede or just take the foot off the gas."Egypt's meeting with Iran in Seattle on Friday is another where both could benefit from just a point. …
Ghosts of Gijon linger as new World Cup format encourages collusionThe Standard
… The victory puts Egypt top of Group G on four points and needing just a draw against Iran in Seattle on Friday to move into the last 32.Salah's goal came after he exchanged passes with Zico -- named after the Brazilian legend -- and then curled in a shot with his left foot in the …
Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first World Cup win in historyNairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is scheduled to tour the United States from November 20 to December 4 to engage Kenyans in the diaspora on leadership, economic transformation and Kenya's future, visiting cities including Allentown, Washington DC, Dallas, Houston, Seattle and California.
2 November 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is scheduled to tour the United States from November 20 to December 4 to engage Kenyans in the diaspora on leadership, economic transformation and Kenya's future, visiting cities including Allentown, Washington DC, Dallas, Houston, Seattle and California.
2 November 2026 · Capital News →
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Stanley Robert Kungu Muthee, a Kenyan employed by Washington State's Department of Children, Youth, and Families, on allegations that he overstayed his visa and remained in the United States unlawfully. Muthee entered the country on a B-2 tourist visa on February 6, 2019, and did not leave when required.
29 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 34-year-old woman was arrested by the FBI at Los Angeles airport while attempting to depart for China. She is accused of acting as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te's son and his family, including filming their home and vehicles, while reporting information to Chinese handlers.
5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 34-year-old woman was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday accused of acting as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling Taiwan President Lai Ching-te's son and family in the United States, including filming their home and vehicles and reporting information to Chinese officials. The Taiwanese president's office said the case constituted "transnational repression," while the US FBI director warned that "America is no longer a safe place to run your espionage operations."
5 October 2026 · The Standard →
Belgium coach Mark van Bommel said he could not guarantee Romelu Lukaku playing time against Turkey on Friday, despite the 33-year-old's limited involvement in his first two matches in charge. Van Bommel stated the decision depends on what the team needs in particular phases or situations.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with a $12-13 billion price tag for franchise rights plus arena costs. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley.
30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with franchise rights priced at $12–13 billion plus arena costs, according to ESPN. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley, with the expansion expected by December and potentially operational by 2028.
30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sam Altman told Fortune that OpenAI will not go public this year, citing safety concerns over artificial intelligence as the reason for the delay. The company has not announced an official IPO date, though both OpenAI and rival Anthropic have filed confidential IPO documents with US regulators and are targeting valuations approaching $1 trillion.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's clearance to play but insisted it was not an excuse for the US's World Cup elimination by Belgium. The US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round-of-16 after Balogun, who had been cleared by FIFA following a red card appeal, featured in the match.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's eligibility but insisted it was no excuse for the team's 4-1 round-of-16 loss to Belgium, accusing critics of mixing politics with FIFA's decision.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream in his sixth tournament appearance.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Vietnamese police arrested 85 people linked to two "exceptionally large-scale" betting rings worth a combined $133 million, as the government cracks down on illegal gambling during the World Cup. Online gambling is banned in Vietnam, but illegal operations flourish, prompting periodic clampdowns especially during international sporting events.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in a round-of-16 match on Monday, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign and sends Spain to the quarter-finals, where they will face either the United States or Belgium.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with midfielder Mikel Merino scoring the winner in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign, with the Portuguese captain playing in his sixth edition of the tournament.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Trump confirmed he asked FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to review the red card handed to US striker Folarin Balogun, stating he did not think it was a foul and did not request it be overturned, only reviewed.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump confirmed he asked FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to review the red card issued to US striker Folarin Balogun, saying he did not think it was a foul and characterizing it as two players colliding while running at full speed.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States play Belgium on Monday for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals. USA striker Folarin Balogun, who received a straight red card in the previous round, has had his one-game ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States will face Belgium on Monday in a World Cup quarter-final match in Seattle. US striker Folarin Balogun, who had received a straight red card for stepping on an opponent's foot in the previous round and faced a one-game ban under FIFA rules, has had his ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan cast doubt on whether Mohamed Salah will start their World Cup last-32 fixture with Australia on Friday following a hamstring problem. Salah was forced off in the 57th minute of Egypt's final group game against Iran a week prior.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia hailed captain Youri Tielemans after the midfielder's penalty in the 125th minute completed a 3-2 comeback victory over Senegal in the World Cup last 32 on Wednesday. Senegal led by two goals with five minutes remaining before Belgium staged a dramatic fightback through strikes from Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans to force extra time in Seattle.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Folarin Balogun scored at half-time and was later sent off as the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the World Cup Round of 32, advancing to face Belgium in the last 16. Malik Tillman added a second goal from a free kick.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Folarin Balogun scored at half-time but was sent off after a clash with a Bosnia defender, yet the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the World Cup knockout stage, with Malik Tillman adding a second goal from a free kick. The victory sets up a last-16 match against Belgium in Seattle on Monday.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking for a place in the last 16, while co-hosts the USA prepare for what the article describes as the biggest match in their football history. Coach Thomas Tuchel warned his players they face a team with nothing to lose, as Germany and the Netherlands have already been eliminated by penalties in the last 32.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia says his squad is now fully available and in better physical condition ahead of their World Cup last-32 match against Senegal in Seattle, with key players including Romelu Lukaku, Jeremy Doku, and Charles De Ketelaere recovering from earlier fitness issues.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking to reach the last 16, while the USA prepare for what coach Thomas Tuchel calls "the biggest match in their football history." England are favoured but Tuchel warned of narrow margins after Germany and the Netherlands were eliminated on penalties in the round of 32.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
Egypt advanced from the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history after a 1–1 draw against Iran, finishing runners-up in their group on goal difference.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said he was optimistic about Mohamed Salah's health after the striker exited in the 57th minute of Egypt's 1-1 World Cup draw with Iran. Hassan said Salah assured him the injury was not serious.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jude Bellingham scored and assisted as England defeated Panama 2-0 at MetLife Stadium to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds as Group L winners. England will face one of the best third-placed teams in Atlanta on Wednesday.
28 June 2026 · The Standard →
England, level on four points with Ghana after two games, face Panama at MetLife Stadium seeking a victory to claim top spot in Group L. Portugal enter their Group K clash with leaders Colombia knowing only a win will enable them to leapfrog the South Americans into first place.
27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium beat New Zealand 5-1 on Friday to secure first place in Group G and advance to the World Cup last 32, with goals from Leandro Trossard (two), Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers. Egypt finished as runners-up on goal difference after drawing 1-1 with Iran.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →