Sports economics: ‘Pioneer’ Harambee Stars wingback Vincent Kwarula lays foundation for soccer academies in Kakamega, Nairobi
At present, Kenya is investing in infrastructure without corresponding investments in development and technological for skills expansion. More than three quarters football coaches have little more than rudimentary training in the sport, a situation that obtains in other disciplines in the industry.
Papa stop the war: How African sports icon Didier Drogba scored more goals against conflict than in football to end Ivory Coast civil war
The origins of the first Ivorian civil war can be traced back to the death of Felix Houphouet-Boigny in 1993. Houphoeut-Boigny was the country’s first president after gaining independence from France in 1960 and he remained in power until his death. Houphouet-Boigny helped Ivory Coast’s economy grow significantly.
Draw with Leeds earns Man United boss sack: One of biggest jobs in club football vacant, again!
The countdown started on Saturday when Amorim admitted the 3-4-3 system he had been sticking to with bloody-minded stubbornness wasn’t clicking, nor did he have the players to make it click (prompting the question of why he was sticking with it).
School and football: Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka’s straight As in GCSE underline EPL’s holistic approach to developing youth players
Saka got four A*s (the highest grade) and three As in his GCSE examinations (for 15- or 16-year-olds in the UK) in 2018, and King, Miley and Hinshelwood all completed their A-Levels aged 18 while competing in the Premier League for their clubs.
Sigh of relief for cash-starved Football Kenya Federation FIFA lifts financial sanction and resumes development funding
The resumption of FIFA Forward funding will support FKF’s ongoing programmes for grassroots development, infrastructure, capacity building and the overall growth of football in the country.
FIFA Pass: Trump says US will prioritise visa processing for fans with World Cup tickets
In the face of heavy travel restrictions imposed by the Trump administration, the United States announced that World Cup ticket holders will get expedited processing for their visas.
Kenya women’s national team coach Beldine Odemba tweaks squad as she names 23 players for Algeria friendlies
The friendlies come days after the Starlets sealed a 4-1 aggregate victory over Gambia in the second round of the WAFCON qualifiers. The result confirmed Kenya’s return to the continental stage for only the second time in history after their debut in 2016.
Minister: Kenya’s Talanta Sports City Stadium that will host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations is 66 per cent ready
During the inspection, the cabinet secretary said contractors had already commenced external works, including painting and structural finishes, while interior installations were ongoing. Once completed, the stadium will feature 54 skyboxes and will host both football and rugby events
Pundits agree Arsenal are ready to be EPL kings, but must score more goals from open play
Factor in that Arsenal have already visited Old Trafford, Anfield and St James’ Park and their start to the season becomes all the more impressive. This was yet another fixture in which Arsenal improved on their points tally last season. In 2024-25, Arsenal were twice pegged back in a game which ended as a 2-2 draw.
Undaunted French cyclist vows to break more world records after release from Russian jail for trespass
A French cyclist who spent 50 days in custody in Russia said he would seek to break another record after his hopes of doing the fastest cycle ride from Portugal to the Pacific were dashed when he crossed the Chinese-Russian border through a dense forest. Sofiane Sehili, who describes himself...
