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Embattled FKF president Mohammed and his deputy Mariga appear separately before parliamentary committee. Federation wrangles likely to affect 2027 Afcon preparations. Published Date: 2026-05-06 08:15:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Embattled FKF president Mohammed and his deputy Mariga appear separately before parliamentary committee. Federation wrangles likely to affect 2027 Afcon preparations. Published Date: 2026-05-06 00:06:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Today, we met with the National Assembly Departmental Committee for Sports, Culture and Tourism, chaired by Hon. Dan Wanyama.We discussed pertinent key issues regarding Kenyan football, including AFCON 2027 preparations, and addressed all concerns raised by the committee.FKF… pic.twitter.com/2EqxhOlrjR — Hussein Mohammed (@husseinmoha) May 5, 2026 Published Date: 2026-05-05 14:49:58 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

EACC today visited the FKF Goal Project offices in Nairobi as part of an ongoing investigation into the insurance scandal currently rocking the federation. Published Date: 2026-04-28 15:38:54 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Sabastian Sawes record-breaking sub-two-hour marathon has sparked debate over whether cutting-edge footwear like Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 is redefining elite performance. Published Date: 2026-04-28 09:30:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Sabastian Sawes record-breaking sub-two-hour marathon has sparked debate over whether cutting-edge footwear like Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 is redefining elite performance. Published Date: 2026-04-28 00:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

World Athletics Nationality Review Panel has refused the applications of 11 athletes seeking to transfer their allegiance to Türkiye. Published Date: 2026-04-16 15:53:06 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenyans miss many chances against the star-studded Australia side. Published Date: 2026-04-16 00:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-04-15 07:31:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

This evening, I visited the Harambee Starlets to deliver the KSh 1 million reward pledged by Sports Cabinet Secretary H.E. Salim Mvurya and Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya E.G.H. together with an additional KSh 500,000 from Football Kenya Federation, following their… pic.twitter.com/8DBqaHb0x6 — Hussein Mohammed (@husseinmoha) April 12, 2026 Published Date: 2026-04-13 11:02:15 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has announced his retirement from professional football. Published Date: 2026-04-03 17:00:48 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya has taken bold steps in its preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations by unveiling a 38-member Multi-Agency Local Organising Committee. Published Date: 2026-04-03 06:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya clears Sh3.9 billion Afcon 2027 hosting fee, restructures LOC. None of the proposed stadia in the host nations currently meet Afcon standards. Published Date: 2026-04-01 09:27:17 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Harambee Stars exited the FIFA Friendly Series in Kigali after a 1-1 draw with Estonia ended 5-4 to the Europeans in a tense penalty shootout at Amahoro Stadium on Friday night. Published Date: 2026-03-28 06:56:54 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya has been selected to host a number of FIFA Womens Series matches after FIFA revised their schedule. Published Date: 2026-03-24 17:41:52 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy has opened up about the circumstances behind Harambee Stars humiliating 8-0 defeat to Senegal in November 2025 Published Date: 2026-03-24 16:05:13 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The country has 10 days left to raise Afcon 2027 money or risk losing Pamoja hosting rights. Kenya lost the rights to host the 1996 tournament, and there are fears that history is repeating itself. Published Date: 2026-03-21 08:15:25 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has defended the independence of its judicial bodies after the 2025 AFCON final between Senegal and Morocco was controversially overturned. Published Date: 2026-03-19 13:39:41 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF Appeals Committee made the decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Nations Cup title on Tuesday. Published Date: 2026-03-19 08:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF Appeals Committee made the decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Nations Cup title on Tuesday. Published Date: 2026-03-19 06:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

FIFA has announced YouTube as a preferred platform for the World Cup 2026, a move described as game-changing for fans, media partners, and creators. Published Date: 2026-03-18 10:27:55 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Widely regarded as one of the most extreme off-road events on the World Rally Championship calendar, the Safari Rally 2026 is living up to expectations.  Published Date: 2026-03-15 16:13:33 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

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Published Date: 2026-03-14 05:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-03-14 05:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-03-13 11:40:53 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Thierry Neuville set the pace on Safari Rally Kenyas new shakedown stage as heavy pre-event rain raised fears of an especially punishing third round of the 2026 World Rally Championship. Published Date: 2026-03-12 13:12:04 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-03-09 08:59:32 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

SDT has overturned a decision by FKF to award Gor Mahia and Nairobi United one point each following their abandoned league match on December 21, 2025. Published Date: 2026-03-06 15:59:45 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Today marks exactly 10 years since Gianni Infantino stepped into office as FIFA President. After a decade in office, the Swiss-Italian is more than hopeful about the future of Kenyan football. Published Date: 2026-02-26 09:51:40 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-02-24 17:43:59 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Harambee Stars winger Job Ochieng continued his bright spell in Spain by firing Real Sociedad B to a 2-0 away victory over Cádiz CF in a La Liga 2 encounter Published Date: 2026-02-24 11:20:14 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Harambee Stars are set to participate in the FIFA Series 2026, with their Group A matches scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, during the March international window. Published Date: 2026-02-24 10:35:19 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has moved to quell speculation surrounding hosting of the 2027 AFCON, confirming Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania remain the hosts Published Date: 2026-02-13 16:21:47 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenyan football continued to register growing international interest during the January 2026 transfer window, with several players completing moves abroad. Published Date: 2026-02-05 18:53:20 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Former Gor Mahia and APS Bomet winger Enock Wanyama has joined Taiwan club Tatung FC. Published Date: 2026-02-05 17:09:35 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-02-05 12:07:42 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Nairobi United have announced the signing of Kevin Wangaya, a highly-rated midfielder and former Kenya National U-20 international, as they bolster their midfield engine room. Published Date: 2026-02-04 14:36:08 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenyan football is adding another name to its growing list of exports after Jack Onganya sealed a move to Cádiz CF in Spains Segunda División Published Date: 2026-02-04 10:07:27 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenyas legendary long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge will return to the Olympic stage at Milano Cortina 2026, this time as a flag bearer for the opening ceremony. Published Date: 2026-02-03 13:08:36 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya U20 midfielder Zech Obiero has completed a loan move to League Two club Tranmere Rovers from Leyton Orient for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. Published Date: 2026-02-03 12:02:29 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-02-03 09:51:59 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Cameroon legend Samuel Etoo has been handed a four-match suspension and fined $20,000 (Sh2.5 million) after being found guilty of misconduct by a CAF disciplinary panel. Published Date: 2026-01-16 12:29:51 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The Kenya womens national football team, Harambee Starlets, have been drawn alongside hosts Morocco, Algeria and Senegal for the 2026 Womens Africa Cup of Nations. Published Date: 2026-01-15 17:15:34 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

AFC Leopards boss Fred Ambani has been crowned Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK)/Betika Coach of the Month for December Published Date: 2026-01-14 16:14:24 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF has announced it has opened disciplinary investigations into several incidents that occurred during the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals in Morocco. Published Date: 2026-01-13 11:54:53 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

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Published Date: 2026-01-01 15:54:45 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2026-01-01 15:54:45 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Ivory Coast produced a dramatic late comeback to finish top of Group F at the 2025 AFCON, coming from two goals down to beat Gabon 3-2 in Marrakesh Published Date: 2026-01-01 08:39:50 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Tanzania have made history by reaching the AFCON 2025 knockout stage for the first time after fighting back to secure a 1-1 draw with Tunisia in Rabat, ending a 45-year wait Published Date: 2025-12-30 21:39:35 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Egypt secured first place in Group B of the AFCON after a 0-0 draw against Angola in Agadir, a result that confirmed their passage into the knockout stage of the tournament. Published Date: 2025-12-29 23:17:47 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a serious road traffic accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people Published Date: 2025-12-29 17:18:07 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Man United winger Amad Diallo was again on the scoresheet as defending champions Ivory Coast were held to a 1-1 draw by rivals Cameroon in a pulsating AFCON Group F clash Published Date: 2025-12-29 01:31:31 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Algeria have booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 after edging Burkina Faso 1-0 in a hard-fought Group E encounter Published Date: 2025-12-28 22:45:52 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Sudan took a significant step towards the AFCON knockout stage after edging Equatorial Guinea 1-0 in Casablanca on Sunday, thanks to a slice of late fortune. Published Date: 2025-12-28 21:02:40 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Mozambique finally celebrated a long-awaited Africa Cup of Nations victory after edging Gabon 3-2 in a gripping Group F encounter in Agadir on Sunday. Published Date: 2025-12-28 20:54:12 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Victor Osimhen produced a commanding display as Nigeria became the second team to qualify for the AFCON 2025 knockout stage following a tense 3-2 victory over Tunisia Published Date: 2025-12-28 01:31:21 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Uganda were left to rue a painful missed opportunity after Allan Okello failed to convert a late penalty as the Cranes were held to a 1-1 draw by East African rivals Tanzania Published Date: 2025-12-27 23:22:25 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Karl Etta Eyong struck inside six minutes to hand five-time champions Cameroon a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Gabon in an Africa Cup of Nations Group F encounter Published Date: 2025-12-25 01:38:59 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored the decisive goal as Ivory Coast launched their Africa Cup of Nations title defence with a controlled 1-0 victory over Mozambique Published Date: 2025-12-25 01:29:32 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Mohamed Salah struck deep into added time to rescue Egypt from an opening-day scare, as the seven-time AFCON champions edged Zimbabwe 2-1 in a dramatic Group B clash Published Date: 2025-12-23 08:53:24 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Patson Daka struck deep into injury time to spare Zambias blushes, as the Chipolopolo held Mali to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group A match at the Africa Cup of Nations Published Date: 2025-12-22 21:03:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Goals from Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi were enough to see hosts Morocco begin their AFCON 2025 campaign on home soil with a 2-0 win over Comoros. Published Date: 2025-12-22 00:11:30 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Morocco AFCON 2025 organisers have released the official list of items prohibited at all tournament stadiums Published Date: 2025-12-16 11:26:10 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

FIFA has officially resumed development funding for the Football Kenya Federation, marking a significant step in Kenyas journey to meet global football governance standards. Published Date: 2025-12-16 11:12:19 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The Kenya women’s national football team, Harambee Starlets, have risen seven positions in the latest FIFA rankings for women.  Published Date: 2025-12-11 15:59:36 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Bandari Football Club have parted ways with head coach Mohamed Borji and his assistant Tarik Bendamou. Published Date: 2025-12-11 15:23:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Ingwe finally tasted Mashemeji Derby success today after edging rivals K’Ogalo 1-0 in a tense encounter at Nyayo National Stadium. Published Date: 2025-12-07 20:43:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

? | CLUB UPDATE Parking at Nyayo Stadium for the #MashemejiDerby this Sunday will be charged KSh.100; vendor access fees are set at KSh.500.#Sirkal | #SportPesaNaGor pic.twitter.com/1pmaPTDY6u — GOR MAHIA FC (@OfficialGMFC) December 4, 2025 Published Date: 2025-12-04 15:33:02 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

? | UPDATE Midfielder Enock Morrisson sustained a calf injury in an accident en-route to training; medical update is positive, no fractures, he is able to walk and has been discharged. Wishing him a speedy recovery. #Sirkal | #SportPesaNaGor pic.twitter.com/1rfYPQQnDI Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp — GOR MAHIA FC (@OfficialGMFC) December 2, 2025 Published Date: 2025-12-02 15:08:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The Saudi Fund for Development and FIFA have announced up to one billion dollars in concessional loans to build and upgrade sports stadiums worldwide. Published Date: 2025-11-25 17:48:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

MP Ndindi Nyoro: Talanta Stadium will cost Kenyans KSh 100 billion in interest over 15 years. pic.twitter.com/KBAVrSRkTs — The Times of Kenya (@thetimeskenya) November 20, 2025 Published Date: 2025-11-20 16:46:34 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Sebastien Migne, a Frenchman who turns 52 this year, has been unable to visit Haiti since taking charge 18 months ago due to ongoing security concerns Published Date: 2025-11-19 14:48:42 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Published Date: 2025-11-19 14:32:49 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Democratic Republic of Congo ended Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a penalty shootout victory in the African play-offs final on Sunday. Published Date: 2025-11-17 07:11:22 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

FIFA has stepped up its battle against online abuse, unveiling expanded actions and strict measures designed to safeguard players, officials, and football communities Published Date: 2025-11-17 06:39:14 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Since Benni McCarthys appointment as Harambee Stars head coach, he has wasted no time in making one thing clear: if you are good enough, you are old enough. Published Date: 2025-11-17 06:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

My goal was to be in the national team by 2027, ready for the AFCON, but now it has come even earlier. First thing I want to do is to make my debut and score goals…” Published Date: 2025-11-13 04:56:21 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

You’ve probably heard the commentator mention this name if you happen to follow Kenya’s local football scene. If you haven’t, you’ll probably get the hang of it in the future. Published Date: 2025-11-12 13:57:27 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

CAF and PUMA have introduced the Official Match Ball for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025. Published Date: 2025-11-10 17:00:38 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Representatives from about 30 players unions participated, continuing the momentum from constructive dialogue in July in New York Published Date: 2025-11-10 13:00:43 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has been honoured as the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) and Betika Coach of the Month for October 2025. Published Date: 2025-11-06 16:53:52 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Harambee Stars will square off against Senegal in an international friendly set to be played at the Mardan Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkey, on November 18. Published Date: 2025-11-06 12:25:47 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenyas Nairobi United FC have been drawn in Group B of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage alongside heavyweights Moroccos Wydad Athletic, Congos Maniema and Azam Published Date: 2025-11-03 15:21:49 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya Police FC have appointed Serbian tactician Dusan Stojanovic as their new head coach. Published Date: 2025-11-03 14:51:25 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Zambia have confirmed the departure of 70-year-old Israeli coach Avram Grant, who led the national team through a difficult 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Published Date: 2025-10-31 14:06:26 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

FKF’s Disciplinary Committee has imposed a Sh300,000 fine on Gor Mahia for security lapses and crowd trouble during their SportPesa Premier League match against Bidco Published Date: 2025-10-31 13:32:15 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The victory confirms the girls’ second appearance at WAFCON, their first since 2016. Published Date: 2025-10-28 22:08:53 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

The Disciplinary Tribunal has banned Esther Gitahi (Kenya) for 4 years from 6 August 2024 for Presence/Use of a Prohibited Substance (EPO). DQ results from 1 July 2023Details here: https://t.co/UN2QCGb145 pic.twitter.com/BhKjVCzeQR — Athletics Integrity Unit (@aiu_athletics) October 27, 2025 Published Date: 2025-10-28 14:37:24 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Nairobi United sealed a historic qualification to the Group Stage of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, delivering a major financial boost and a landmark moment for Kenyan club football. Published Date: 2025-10-28 12:13:06 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Speaking moments after the final whistle, team captain Newton Gatobu expressed evident pride and called for long-term support. Published Date: 2025-10-27 12:26:31 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Marathoner Ruth Chepngetich banned for three years after admitting to anti-doping rule violations; she was suspended in July following a positive test for a banned diuretic. Standardmedia.co.ke Published Date: 2025-10-23 20:37:37 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Kenya will be represented by four referees at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with a dedicated pre-tournament preparation course set to run ahead of the event. Published Date: 2025-10-23 11:30:48 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Among the many corners of grief after Raila’s death is the sports fraternity, particularly football, which has lost one of its most reliable supporters Published Date: 2025-10-15 12:24:22 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Ivory Coast last night booked their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Kenya in their final Group F clash at the Alassane Ouattara Ebimpé Olympic Stadium Published Date: 2025-10-15 11:16:34 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

FIFA on Thursday lifted the curtain on the adidas TRIONDA, the official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States. Published Date: 2025-10-03 13:50:30 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has been selected to join FIFPROs newly launched Global Player Council Published Date: 2025-10-01 12:03:20 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Gor Mahia midfielder Austine Odhiambo has been named in Harambee Stars’ squad for the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Published Date: 2025-09-26 09:12:03 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard

Mogadishu City Club fans were seen stepping on the  Kenyan flag during their clash with Kenya Police FC at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Mogadishu City Club have issued a formal apology after footage from a CAF Champions League first-leg match displayed some of its supporters kicking and stepping on the Kenyan flag. The incident occurred during on September 20, during their clash with Kenya Police FC at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Footage circulating online showed two Mogadishu City FC supporters kicking and trampling a Kenyan flag. In a separate clip, a fan wearing a traditional…