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Kenya's men's volleyball team, Wafalme Stars, seeks a top-three finish at the 2026 CAVB Men's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunis, which would also secure qualification for next year's FIVB Men's World Championship in Poland. Coach Gideon Tarus aims to improve on the team's ninth-place finishes at the previous two editions in 2021 and 2023.
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Kenya's men's volleyball team, Wafalme Stars, seeks a top-three finish at the 2026 CAVB Men's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunis, which would also secure qualification for next year's FIVB Men's World Championship in Poland. Coach Gideon Tarus aims to improve on the team's ninth-place finishes at the previous two editions in 2021 and 2023.
3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Former 800m world champion Mary Moraa has returned to competition after an injury-enforced break and is setting her sights on the next World Athletics Championships in Beijing. The announcement coincides with Sports Direct opening its first African store in Nairobi.
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Enzo Maresca has won four consecutive games since replacing Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager, with the club joint-top of the Premier League alongside Arsenal. Maresca's most significant win came against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, a 1-0 victory achieved despite playing much of the game with 10 men following Phil Foden's sending-off.
4 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has called on the corporate sector to invest in commercial opportunities around AFCON 2027, a tournament co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, describing it as a one-in-a-generation event offering economic benefits beyond the competition itself.
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Organisers of the Spanish Grand Prix have indicated they will make changes to the new Madrid circuit after drivers criticised its inaugural race, citing lack of overtaking opportunities. Team bosses praised the facility while drivers noted issues such as limited racing action, though some commended its challenge on a single lap.
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Sunderland will play their first European match in 53 years on Wednesday at the Stadium of Light, marking the latest milestone in the club's recovery from League One to a seventh-place Premier League finish in 2025.
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Leeds United defeated Newcastle United 4-1 at Elland Road, rising to third place in the Premier League table on Monday. The victory inflicted a first defeat for Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle, with goals from Lewis Miley (own goal), Jayden Bogle, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor.
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Real Betis defeated winless Villarreal 2-1 on Monday to move third in La Liga and level with Real Madrid, while Villarreal remain in the relegation zone winless from five league games.
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Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi confirmed that Brazilian striker Richarlison will not feature in the club's League Cup tie at Liverpool on Tuesday, despite being eligible to play in the competition after being left out of the Premier League squad list.
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Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola acknowledged there will be "ups and downs" for the club as he works toward consistency early in his tenure, following a 0-0 draw against Fulham after wins over Ipswich and Atletico Madrid.
17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona's 19-year-old winger Lamine Yamal said he believes he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and that he deserves the 2026 Ballon d'Or after winning La Liga with Barcelona and the World Cup with Spain.
18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision that allowed Erling Haaland's goal to stand for 10-man Manchester City against United on Sunday. The goal was initially ruled offside but reversed after a lengthy review, with officials determining that Enzo Fernandez, though in an offside position, was not interfering with play.
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Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 34, announced his international retirement on social media after eight years and 59 caps with the national team. Mendy, who won the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal in 2021, made his debut in 2018 under coach Aliou Cisse.
21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will be represented by both men's and women's basketball teams at the FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup in Wuhan, China, from September 15–19, 2026. The men's team is coached by Tonny Ochieng and the women's side by Eunice Ouma, combining established players and emerging talent.
22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Tusker forward Ian Simiyu has expressed delight after making his first appearance in the CAF Confederation Cup, describing it as the fulfillment of one of his football dreams. Simiyu was part of the Tusker squad that eliminated Al-Ahli Wad Medani to advance in the Confederation Cup qualifiers.
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World Athletics president Sebastian Coe says the inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest, which brought together 381 athletes from 65 federations competing for $10 million in prize money, worked "pretty well" and received "uniquely positive" feedback from competitors.
23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
KPA basketball team defeated Strathmore Blades 76-38 in Game Two to complete a 2-0 quarterfinal sweep and advance to the Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League semifinals, where they will face Equity Dumas starting Wednesday in Nairobi.
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Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho praised Turkish midfielder Arda Guler's vision and playmaking after the 21-year-old came on as a substitute in Madrid's 4-1 win over Rayo Vallecano, though Guler is competing with other players including Yan Diomande and Brahim Diaz for midfield minutes.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Professional Game Referees admitted that the decision to allow Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United was an "error of judgment," even though City midfielder Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position when the goal was scored.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ulinzi Starlets have unveiled five new signings and welcomed back seven players from military training ahead of the Kenyan Women's Premier League season starting September 19. Head coach Collins Achieng says the additions will strengthen the squad as they target the league title after finishing second last season.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor criticised his players' individual mistakes after the team's 5-1 defeat to Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League, saying they conceded four goals due to defensive errors and crashed out 7-1 on aggregate.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nathan Kemboi, the reigning African record holder in para-javelin, is preparing to compete at the Dubai Para Athletics Grand Prix (January 30 to February 5, 2027) with ambitions to set a world record while building towards the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia crashed out of the CAF Champions League preliminary round after losing 5–1 to Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the second leg, exiting 7–1 on aggregate following a 2–0 first-leg defeat at home.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rayvone Ambale, Michael Lukusi, and Harrison Mauve have been included in Kenya Shujaa's provisional squad for the Safari Sevens after standout performances in the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Ambale and Lukusi helped Kabras Sugar to second place in the national circuit, while Mauve impressed for Kisumu RFC.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Awendo Football Academy from Migori defeated Indomitable Soldiers 4-0 to win the boys' Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza Regional Championship, with Kevin Mukaramoja scoring a hat-trick. Plateau Queens, the national defending champions, retained their regional title for a third consecutive time with a 4-0 victory over Hedso Queens in the girls' final.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal, 19, told Movistar Plus he believes he and Kylian Mbappé are the two best players in the world and deserves the Ballon d'Or this year following La Liga success with Barcelona and World Cup victory with Spain.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Awendo Football Academy defeated Indomitable Soldiers 4-0 to win the boys' Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza Regional Championship, while Plateau Queens retained the girls' title with a 4-0 victory over Hedso Queens for a third consecutive regional title.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Professional Game Referees issued an official statement admitting an "error of judgment" after Erling Haaland's match-winning goal was incorrectly allowed to stand in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, though VAR had determined Haaland was onside and Enzo Fernández did not touch the ball.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia's CAF Champions League campaign ended at the first-round stage after reigning African champions Pyramids FC defeated them 5-1 in Cairo on Sunday, completing a 7-1 aggregate victory. Needing to overturn a two-goal deficit from the first leg, Gor Mahia conceded early and often at Cairo's Air Defense Stadium as Pyramids advanced toward the league phase of the competition.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Erling Haaland scored the goal that gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory over Manchester United on Sunday in a match marred by VAR controversy; City played with 10 men after Phil Foden's dismissal, and Haaland's goal was initially disallowed for offside before VAR overturned the decision.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City, which was initially ruled offside but overturned after review. Carrick and defender Lisandro Martinez both questioned how officials concluded that Enzo Fernandez, in an offside position, was not interfering with play.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the referee's decision to award Sunderland a penalty in the second half was "not acceptable" and could have cost his team the Premier League title, though goalkeeper David Raya saved Enzo Le Fée's spot-kick and Arsenal won 2-0 with goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Dennis Kiptoo of Kericho Golf Club won the KNCCI golf tournament at Nyanza Golf Club with 46 points, defeating 81 other golfers from four clubs. Serah Adhiambo won Division C with 42 points.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Brian Wamatu won the Hackers and Whackers golf day overall title at Vet Lab Sports Club over the weekend, scoring 41 stableford points playing off a handicap of 23 in a field of 237 golfers. Category winners included Mark Karobia and Joseph Kinuthia in the male divisions and Elizabeth Nge'the and Kaelyn Munene in the female divisions.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Bendur Forte defeated Infinito 6.5–2 to win the Kenya International Championships, a three-day six-goal polo tournament held at Northern Kenya Polo Club in Timau over the weekend. Casimir Gross and Tom Manson scored for the winners, with Barlow named MVP and his nine-year-old pony Just-Do-It voted Best Playing Pony.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
KCB retained the National Sevens Circuit title for the second consecutive year with a third-place finish at the Christie 7s, while Menengai Oilers won the season-ending tournament by defeating Strathmore Leos 24-12 in the final — Oilers' first circuit tournament victory this season and the first by a team outside KCB and Kabras Sugar.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Erling Haaland scored the winner as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1-0 despite playing with ten men after Phil Foden's red card in the 23rd minute. The goal was controversial, with Enzo Fernandez deemed not to be interfering with play when he attempted to head in before the ball reached Haaland.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Rugby retained the National Sevens Circuit title for a third consecutive season despite failing to reach the Christie Sevens final in Nairobi. Menengai Oilers won the Christie Sevens tournament, defeating Strathmore Leos 24-12 in the final.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Awendo Football Academy from Migori defeated Indomitable Soldiers 4-0 in the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza boys final, with Kevin Mukaramoja scoring a hat-trick. Plateau Queens retained the girls' regional crown.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola acknowledged his players were tired following a 0-0 draw at home to Fulham on Saturday, less than three days after beating Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League. Iraola said the squad must adapt to the grueling schedule, which presents such tight turnarounds during the season.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he would welcome a "boring game" after Chelsea conceded twice to draw 2-2 with Hull City on Saturday. Chelsea have conceded nine goals in their four Premier League matches this season, with Alonso's side struggling defensively despite taking an early lead through Morgan Rogers.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aryna Sabalenka lost the US Open women's singles final to Elena Rybakina 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, surrendering her world number one ranking after holding it for 99 weeks and missing out on a third consecutive US Open title.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor prepares his side to face Pyramids FC in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, seeking redemption after losing the first encounter 2-0 in Nairobi. Akonnor plans tactical adjustments while emphasizing defensive solidity and strategic attacking, acknowledging the team still has a chance despite the deficit.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to win her third Grand Slam title and reach number one in the world rankings, less than three weeks after dealing with an injury that threatened her participation in the tournament.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi apologised to fans after a 0-0 draw against Everton left the team without a goal in four Premier League matches this season.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the decision to award Sunderland a penalty could have cost his side the Premier League title, despite Arsenal winning 2-0 at the Stadium of Light. The penalty, awarded when Ezri Konsa was penalised for wrestling Dan Ballard to the floor, was saved by David Raya.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in the US Open women's singles final on Saturday, claiming her third Grand Slam title and ending Sabalenka's bid for a third straight US Open championship. The victory secured Rybakina's position as the new world number one.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Fund Manager's Association is holding its third Charity Golf Tournament at Karen Country Club on October 9, with over 250 players expected to compete. The event aims to raise funds for education, professionalism, mentorship and career development for disadvantaged students pursuing finance and investment careers, particularly women.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Menengai Oilers, Kabras Sugar, and KCB Rugby Club won their opening two matches at the Christie Sevens at RFUEA Grounds and advanced to the quarter-finals. KCB leads the 2026 SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings by six points over Kabras and needs only to reach the semi-finals today to secure the national title.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Tusker progressed in the CAF Confederation Cup after a 1-0 home win over Al-Ahli Wad Medani in the return leg, securing a 3-2 aggregate victory. The brewers will face either Singida Black Stars or Al-Ghazal in the second round as they pursue a group stage place.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 34, has retired from international football after eight years and 59 caps. The Chelsea player, who helped Senegal win the 2021 Africa Nations Cup, made the announcement on social media on Sunday.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal won 2-0 over Sunderland to extend their unbeaten Premier League record, opening a three-point lead over Manchester City. Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham all drew at home on the same day, with Hull remaining unbeaten in third place after drawing 2-2 at Stamford Bridge.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Sports says the country is ready to host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi, which would make Kenya the first African country to host the event. The World Athletics Council will announce host cities for both years on September 15, 2026, with Nairobi competing against Rome, Munich, and London.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Dumas defeated Umoja 75-67 in Game Three of their quarterfinal series to advance to the semifinals of the Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League, winning the best-of-three series 2-1.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lando Norris secured pole position for McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix with a lap of one minute and 31.824 seconds, edging championship leader Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes by 0.011 seconds in Saturday's qualifying. Max Verstappen finished third for Red Bull, ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has warned his players that any loss of concentration could quickly reverse their perfect start to the season, during which the Spanish champions have won all five matches across all competitions, scoring 22 goals and conceding three.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's manager, says he is not the "main focus" as he prepares for his first Manchester derby against Manchester United on Sunday, with City seeking to maintain their 100 percent record this season.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Abdul Sidi, a legendary Kenyan rally navigator who competed as a co-driver for 25 years and participated in the WRC Safari Rally with drivers including Patrick Njiru and Phineas Kimathi, has passed away and was laid to rest. He is remembered as a bridge between generations, teacher, and respected figure in Kenyan rallying history.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped Friday's second practice session for Mercedes ahead of Ferraris Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alexander Isak, who scored just four times in his difficult first season at Liverpool after a £125 million move from Newcastle, has already netted three goals in four games this term and is in "a really good place," according to Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's claim that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million after United declined to bid, said City have been the dominant force in Manchester.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso acknowledged his team's prolific attacking form — joint-top scorers in the Premier League with eight goals in three matches — but said they need to improve defensively after conceding seven goals in the same period.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Arteta, head coach of Arsenal, deliberately sets challenges for his players—including delaying meals and raising the temperature in the dressing room—to help them cope with stressful situations. Arsenal beat Napoli 1-0 in their Champions League opener despite travel disruptions.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby at Old Trafford. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the remark after United declined to bid for the England player in the close season.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
As Morocco, Spain and Portugal prepare to co-host the 2030 World Cup, Morocco's football federation president claimed the final would be held in Morocco, while Real Madrid coach José Mourinho argued the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in Madrid would be a more appropriate venue. FIFA said a final decision would be made in due course.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the comment after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Newly promoted SV Elversberg, from a village of 13,000 with no train station, became the smallest in German league history to host a top-flight side. The minnows have won two from two this season, including a 3-2 win over 2023-24 double winners Bayer Leverkusen, before hosting defending Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich on Sunday.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Abdul Sidi, a legendary Kenyan rally navigator and motorsport journalist with more than four decades in the sport, passed away on Thursday, September 10, and was laid to rest on Friday at Lang'ata Muslim Cemetery in Nairobi. He competed in the WRC Safari Rally 18 times, finishing 15 times, and mentored generations of rally navigators and drivers.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Tusker FC should aim for dominance in their CAF Confederation Cup return leg against Al Ahli Wad Madani at Nyayo Stadium on September 12, despite holding an away-goals advantage from the first leg's 2-2 draw in Kigali.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eight teams, including defending champions Obunga FC, have qualified for Saturday's Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza Regional semifinals at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Kisumu following inter-county playoffs.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Under-20 head coach Gilbert Selebwa has called on the Football Kenya Federation to prioritise early planning for youth team competitions. Selebwa faced tight deadlines assembling a squad for the CECAFA U-20 AFCON Qualifiers in Tanzania (September 15–25), with most players from the previous AFCON now overage and recruitment hampered by eligibility and passport issues; his final 25-man squad includes seven schoolboys, eleven Kenya Premier League players, and four foreign-based talents.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Strathmore Blades, down 1-0 in their Kenya National Basketball League quarter-final playoff series against Kenya Ports Authority, seek back-to-back wins in Mombasa this weekend to advance to the semifinals. Head coach Tony Ochieng says his team have analysed errors from their 61-77 opening loss and are prepared to face the nine-time league champions.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the Brewers are ready to finish the job against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in their CAF Confederation Cup return leg at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Rwanda, Mette attributed the dropped lead to tactical naivety and poor game management by his young squad.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
George Russell admitted he will need luck to beat Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli, the runaway Formula One series leader, but said he has not given up hope and is focusing on improving race by race ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid face Rayo with manager Mourinho seeking a sharper attacking performance from Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior, who was at the centre of summer contract speculation amid rumours of an Arsenal move but remains a key player after scoring in Champions League finals in 2022 and 2024.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Enzo Maresca faces his first major test as Manchester City manager when City visit United in the Manchester derby on Sunday. Hull, newly promoted and unbeaten, face Chelsea, whose free-scoring attack poses an acid test to their brilliant start.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praised midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a "real joy" to work with after the England international's performance in the team's 4-0 victory over Sabah, completing 81 passes in 64 minutes on his first Champions League start and playing a major role in United's upturn since Carrick took charge in January.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula in the US Open women's singles semi-final on September 10, 2026, ending Pegula's hopes for a second trip to the final. Pegula acknowledged that Sabalenka's power and precision were too much to overcome, saying she didn't have the weapons to beat the Belarusian at her best.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Formula One drivers are anticipating crashes and chaos at the new Circuito de Madrid, which is hosting the Spanish Grand Prix for the first time. The 5.416-km hybrid track, built at a cost of more than 83 million euros, is described by drivers as extremely difficult, with Alpine's Pierre Gasly predicting a red flag weekend.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation said the 2030 World Cup final will be held in Benslimane, near Casablanca, at the $1-billion Hassan II stadium being built with a projected capacity of 115,000. FIFA has not yet announced the venue, with Spain and Morocco competing to host the match.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu will host the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza Regional Finals this weekend, with 12 teams from six counties competing at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium and Mamboleo Stadium for the regional title.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt said the prize money offered at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest is more lucrative than what was available during his competing career, when he earned most wealth through appearance fees and endorsements rather than prize money.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 in the women's singles semi-final to reach the US Open championship match against Elena Rybakina, who defeated Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. Sabalenka is seeking to become the third woman to win three consecutive US Open titles.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The World Athletics Ultimate Championships are taking place in Budapest, with Sh19 million up for grabs in each race. Kenyan athletes including Dorcus Ewoi (competing in the women's 1500m in the absence of injured Faith Kipyegon) will face strong international competition including Olympic and World Championships medallists.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Elvis Muigua, the reigning NCBA Malindi Open champion, returns to Malindi Golf & Country Club to defend his title in the three-day tournament running to September 13th, arriving in strong form after winning the NCBA Railway Invitation and two other Kenya Amateur Golf Championship titles this season.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
South African four-goaler Adrian Lavarinhas will lead his country in the Six-Goal-Kenya International tournament at Northern Kenya Polo Club, Timau, ahead of a 12-Goal International Championships the following week where South Africa will present players in the grand finale.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
KCB Rugby heads into the 60th Christie Sevens at the top of the National 7s Circuit standings, but Kabras Sugar are only six points behind, with the title race to be decided at the final tournament this weekend at the RFUEA Grounds, Nairobi.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Pyramids FC of Egypt defeated Gor Mahia FC 2–0 in the first round of the 2026 CAF Champions League at Nyayo Stadium. The article notes that Kenyan clubs have struggled historically against Egyptian opponents in continental competitions and that no Kenyan club has ever defeated an Egyptian club on Egyptian soil.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Asbel Kiprop, a three-time world 1500m champion and one of Kenya's most recognisable middle-distance runners, was a familiar face at entertainment spots in Eldoret and beyond, where he celebrated his victories with friends, fans and fellow revellers.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United won 4-0 against Azerbaijani champions Sabah at Old Trafford in the Champions League on Thursday, marking United's return to the competition for the first time in three seasons. Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko and Lisandro Martinez scored as United took advantage of a favourable draw.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The World Athletics Ultimate Championship, a three-day season-ending event in Budapest, will feature 381 athletes from 65 federations competing for $10 million in prize money. World Athletics president Sebastian Coe described it as an "incubator for change," with participants including Olympic champions, world champions, and Diamond League winners.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The opening weekend of the Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League playoffs saw defending champions Nairobi City Thunder and Stanbic Shields advance to the semi-finals, but three quarter-final series remain contested, with Equity Dumas vs. Umoja tied 1-1 and KPA leading Strathmore Blades 1-0.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Under-20 team, Rising Stars, is targeting a place in the final of the CECAFA U-20 AFCON Qualifiers in Tanzania, with the top two teams qualifying for the 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Ghana. The team begins its campaign on September 17 against Burundi.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has called for fierce determination and absolute concentration ahead of the second-leg CAF Champions League clash against Egypt's Pyramids FC on Sunday. The Kenyan champions lost 2-0 at home and must defeat Pyramids by three clear goals in Cairo to advance to the next round.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morgan Rogers said Xabi Alonso has transformed Chelsea into an "exciting" force after their 6-3 win over Leeds in the League Cup third round. Chelsea have scored 16 goals in Alonso's first five matches in charge.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, who became the first Italian to win his home race at Monza since 1966, faces a new challenge at the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend at Madrid's newly-completed Madring semi-street circuit, marking the Spanish capital's first Formula One race since 1981.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has called for Chelsea to be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title due to financial rule breaches and wants the honour awarded to his Tottenham side, which finished runners-up. Chelsea were fined £10 million and given a suspended two-window transfer ban in July for 74 breaches of FA regulations under the Roman Abramovich era, including deals involving Eden Hazard, Willian, David Luiz and Nemanja Matic.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Athletics approved a one-day adjustment to the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing, moving the start date from September 11 to September 10 to allow the opening ceremony and first competition session on the same day. The 21st edition will take place at the National Stadium and is expected to draw more than 2,000 athletes from around 200 World Athletics member federations.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After narrowly avoiding relegation last season, Kisumu AllStars have bolstered their squad with new players including defender Brian Obura, Samuel Sarfo, and Edwin Ouko, with manager Rashid Ochieng expressing confidence the National Super League side can challenge for promotion to the Kenyan Premier League.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola celebrated his first Champions League match as a coach after the Reds came from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid 2-1 at Anfield, with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister canceling out Marcos Llorente's opener.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain began their Champions League campaign with a 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava, with forward Ousmane Dembele scoring the opening two goals. Coach Luis Enrique praised Dembele's performance as the French club bids for a third straight Champions League title.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Coco Gauff saved two match points and defeated reigning French Open champion Mirra Andreeva 2–6, 7–6 (9/7), 6–2 to advance to the US Open semi-finals, inspired by compatriot Frances Tiafoe's comeback from two sets down.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Martin Odegaard's 75th-minute goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 victory over Napoli in their Champions League campaign opener on Wednesday. Arteta praised Odegaard's form and called his side's performance "remarkable" despite the narrow margin.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea forwards Joao Pedro and Estevao have been recalled to Brazil's squad for September and October friendlies as coach Carlo Ancelotti rebuilds the national team following their elimination by Norway in the World Cup last 16. Ancelotti also included new faces and recalled established stars including Vinicius Junior and Raphinha.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's men's and women's national netball teams are intensifying preparations for the 2026 Africa Netball Cup, hosted at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, from 19 to 26 September. Head coach Joseph Makau said the focus is on eliminating errors in closing stages of matches and improving player consistency, as Kenya seeks its first continental title.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Josh Kerr says World Athletics' new Ultimate Championships in Budapest provide a final target after a stellar season, with the appeal heightened by a chance to face long-time rival Jakob Ingebrigtsen in their first head-to-head meeting in two years. Their rivalry has defined the men's 1,500 metres in recent years, with Ingebrigtsen having criticised Kerr's decision to skip last month's European Championships.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan rider Armani Amani won the individual 65cc championship at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations in Namibia in late August, securing 53 points across three heats. Kenya also finished third in the 65cc team standings with 67 points, placing the country fifth overall.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alexis Mac Allister scored to cap Liverpool's comeback win over Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League, with Marcos Llorente giving Atletico an early lead before Dominik Szoboszlai levelled before half-time.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to acquire majority shares in Spanish second-division club Eldense, pending completion of legal procedures and Spanish Sports Council authorization. This is Messi's second ownership venture in Spanish football, following his purchase of fourth-tier Cornella in April.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says Chelsea should be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title for financial rule breaches and the honour awarded to Spurs, who finished seven points behind. Chelsea were fined £10 million and given a suspended two-window transfer ban in July for 74 breaches of FA regulations involving agents, intermediaries and third-party investment during the Roman Abramovich era.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
A six-member refugee youth team selected from Kenya and Uganda is training in Kaptagat for the first Youth Olympics on African soil, to be held in Dakar, Senegal, from October 31 to November 13. Mentored by two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge, the team comprises athletes from refugee backgrounds who have been assessed by the International Olympic Committee, World Athletics, and Kenya's National Olympic Committee.
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Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard scored a late strike to secure a 1-0 Champions League victory over Napoli, continuing the English champions' perfect campaign start.
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AS Roma will wear jerseys featuring the World Food Programme logo in their Champions League match against Fenerbahce on Thursday in Istanbul after being banned from displaying their usual sports betting sponsor in Turkey. The one-off jersey carries the message "Together for Nepal" in response to a flash flood triggered by a glacier and rockslide on the China-Nepal border on August 26 that has left at least 1,410 people dead and 5,651 missing.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick believes the team is strong enough to compete with Europe's best as they return to the Champions League for the first time in three years, facing Azerbaijani champions Sabah in their league phase opener.
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KCB RFC will be without captain Vincent Onyala, George Oroo, Festus Shiasi, Nigel Amaitsa, and Samuel Asati for the Christie Sevens in Nairobi this weekend, as the five players head to Wales for the inaugural Ultimate Sevens Championship in Cardiff. The absence provides head coach Andrew Amonde an opportunity to use second-string players while pursuing the Christie Sevens and National Sevens Circuit titles.
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Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya met with Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed and KPL club chairpersons to address grievances delaying the start of the 2026/27 Kenyan Premier League season. Mvurya urged stakeholders to prioritize dialogue and put the country's footballing interests first.
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Equity Dumas head coach Joseph Lubarov backs his side to beat Umoja in Game Three of their Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League quarter-final playoff series, with the two teams tied 1-1 after splitting the first two games and a place in the semi-finals on the line at Nyayo Gymnasium on Friday.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Sports Association for the Visually Impaired (KESAVI) has called on the Ministry of Sports to resolve internal wrangles delaying planned elections. Officials say the disputes threaten the association's preparations for the 2026 IBSA Blind Football Men's and Women's African Championships scheduled for Egypt in November 2026.
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Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to become the owner of Spanish second-division side C.D. Eldense, with the deal expected to be completed in the coming days pending final legal and contractual procedures.
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Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, 34, said he has decided to put his Belgium career on standby until September 2027, missing the upcoming Nations League campaign. Real Madrid's Courtois told Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws he made the decision after new coach Mark Van Bommel could not guarantee him the starting goalkeeper position.
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Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone believes his team will improve after a slow start to the season, despite a 3-0 loss to Athletic Bilbao and falling five points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after four games. Simeone remains confident as Atletico aim to reach the Champions League final at their Metropolitano Stadium.
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Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7) in a four-hour 28-minute US Open quarter-final that finished at 3:34 am, breaking the tournament record for latest finish.
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Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, 43, is preparing to become the first African to coach a team in the UEFA Champions League as Slovan Bratislava's manager, ahead of their match against Paris Saint-Germain. Toure left his role as assistant with Saudi Arabia's national team to join the Slovak club in July.
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Jarrod Bowen struck twice as West Ham came from behind to beat Bolton 3-2 and go top of the Championship on Tuesday. Winless in their opening three games following relegation from the Premier League, the Hammers have won three times in eight days.
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Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka rallied in the final set to beat Linda Noskova 7-6 (7/1), 3-6, 7-6 (10/7) and reach a sixth straight US Open semi-final, where she will face Jessica Pegula.
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Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid beat Inter Milan 2-1 in his Champions League return, while Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City won at Porto. Aston Villa and Borussia Dortmund also won on the first night of the league phase.
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Emmanuel Wanyonyi will be Kenya's only reigning world champion at the inaugural Ultimate Championships in Budapest, where 381 global athletes compete for an Sh9 million winner's prize. The Olympic champion will compete in the 800m alongside other Kenyan runners in various events, with notable absences including reigning world champions Faith Kipyegon, Beatrice Chebet, and Lilian Odira.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Two Kenyan boxers were knocked out in the first round of their bouts at the Eurasia Dauria Cup in Chita City, Russia. Flyweight Juma Omondi lost on unanimous points' decision to Russia's Arseny Lochnev, and lightweight Phelix Ochieng' was also defeated on unanimous points' decision by Angola's Victor Tewase.
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