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Kenya Police lift KPL title after drawing the last match with Gor Mahia on June 22, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] After 11 years of waiting, Kenya Police lifted their first FKF Premier League title on Sunday after the curtains came down on the 2024-2025 season. Before the kick-off, the trophy was presented at the stadium by former Kenyan international defender George Sunguti. Gor Mahia honoured the new champions with a guard of honour, a fitting gesture for Police FC’s extraordinary turnaround. The Law Enforcers, which was founded in 2014, rallied from behind to hold record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia to…

Prashant Thakrar (far left) and fellow golfers enjoy a light photo moment during the Mug of the Month at Nyanza Golf Club on February 22, 2025. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Prashant Thakrar emerged as the overall winner of the “June Babies Monthly Mug” golf tournament played over the weekend at Nyanza Golf Club. Thakrar produced a strong performance on the course to finish with a net score of 64 points, earning top honors in a day filled with excitement, competition, and celebration. The tournament brought together golfers from different age groups and skill levels. In Division I, Jiten Pabari claimed the…

Pachuca’s Venezuelan forward #23 Salomon Rondon (L) argues with Real Madrid’s German defender #22 Antonio Ruediger (C) at the end of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group H football match between Spain’s Real Madrid and Mexico’s Pachuca at the Bank of America stadium in Charlotte on June 22, 2025. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said his defender Antonio Rudiger had complained of a racist incident at the end of Sunday’s 3-1 Club World Cup win over Mexican side Pachuca. Rudiger was visibly angered following an exchange of words with Pachuca’s Gustavo Cabral after…

Real Madrid’s Uruguayan midfielder #08 Federico Valverde celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s third goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group H football match between Spain’s Real Madrid and Mexico’s Pachuca at the Bank of America stadium in Charlotte on June 22, 2025. (Photo: Paul ELLIS / AFP) Manchester City hit Al Ain for six on Sunday to secure a place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup after Real Madrid shrugged off an early red card to beat Mexican side Pachuca 3-1. Juventus proved too strong for Wydad Casablanca while Red Bull Salzburg and…

GVR golfer Allan Chesang tees off on the par-four fourth hole during the Mulembe Golf Society versus Great Rift Valley Golf Society derby at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club in Nairobi, June 20, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] The Western Tannahill Team is in high spirits after receiving support from the Mulembe Golf Society (MGS) and the Great Rift Valley Golfing Society (GRV). They finished third in the 100th edition of the tournament held at its home course, the Royal Nairobi Golf Club. The team has never won the title due to poor organisation and lack of financial support, despite the Western region producing 80%…

Francis Wanjohi in action during the Britam Golf Series at Nakuru Golf Club, June 20, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] As part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, Britam Holdings will partner with the Nakuru Golf Club to plant 60 million trees within the next five years. The Group CEO, Tom Gitogo, announced this milestone during the prize-giving dinner for the seventh edition of the Britam Golf series held at the scenic 18-hole layout over the weekend. “We are eager to collaborate with Nakuru Golf Club and the other clubs in our mission to plant 60 million trees as part of these ongoing celebrations,” said Gitogo.…

FC Talanta Peter Njamma (left) and Victor Otieno of AFC Leopards during FKF Premier League at Dandora Stadium. Jan 18, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] It was not the kind of result Nairobi City Stars were wishing for. They had plans, big plans. They had prayers, too. In the end, their plans came to naught. Their prayers weren’t answered either. In this life, we win some, we lose some. On this Sunday evening, Nairobi Stars lost theirs. Their spot in the Kenyan Premier League is gone. Gone until next year, that is, if they make it back to the top-flight league. For the…

St Josephs Boys and Leiser Hills Academy players battle for the ball during the finals of the Rift Valley Regional games. [Gilbert Kimutai/Standard] Nondescripts Kapkiamo and Ruth Kiptui shocked experienced schools to win volleyball titles in Baringo County Schools Games. Both schools will take part in the regional games for the first time. Kapkiamo defeated Kabarnet High School by straight sets of 25-20, 25-18 and 25-14 to win the boys’ volleyball title for the first time in a match that took 62 minutes. Kapkiamo’s coach Julius Melly praised his girls for a job well done and hoped to replicate the…

Storms’ Emily Wanjiru (left) and Leese Akinyi of Strathmore Swords at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, May 11, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Strathmore University Swords, United States International University of Africa (USIU-A) Flames and University of Nairobi (UoN) Dynamites won their respective Kenya Basketball Federation Women’s Premier League matches played at Nyayo Gymnasium yesterday.   However, as the women excelled their male counterparts Strathmore Blades, USIU-A Tigers and UoN Terror are caught up in a serious fight for survival as they risk being demoted to the lower tier. The trio are stuck in the relegation zone in the Men’s Premier…

Nobody ever thought Iraa Girls was a worthy opponent in the Kericho County Secondary School Games until they were called to the podium to pick up their medals. Iraa won the volleyball and netball titles and were play-off winners in the girls’ rugby. They defeated Londiani Girls by straight sets in the volleyball finals, having walloped former champions Kipsigis Girls by the same margin in the semifinals to snatch their first-ever volleyball title. In netball, Iraa walloped Kipsigis Girls 51-17 in the finals to lift the trophy, having beaten Kunyak 48-6 in the semis after an excellent performance in the group stages, where they had beaten…

U20 men 3000m steeplechase in action at Afraha stadium in Nakuru during the Confederation of African Athletics under 18/20 National Trials on June 21, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Kenya’s rising athletic stars lit up Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium during the two-day Confederation of African Athletics under-18 and 20 national trials. The spectacle, which showcased the country’s rich youth talent, served as the official selection ground for team Kenya ahead of the African Championship set for August in Nigeria The most electrifying moment came in the under-20 men’s 10,000m final, where Edwin Sangutia produced a masterful performance to win in an unofficial…

Alex Nzuki (with ball) of Equity Dumas takes on Gerry Wekesa of KPA during their Kenya Basketball Federation match at Nyayo Basketball Court on March 1, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Equity Bank Dumas held their nerve to beat United States International University of Africa (USIU-A) Tigers 84-82 in a Kenya Basketball Federation Men’s Premier League match played yesterday at Nyayo Gymnasium. A brilliant show in the first quarter made the difference for the bankers, who were seeking to register their 11th win and consolidate their spot in the top eight. The outcome was, however, not good for the students who are now…

St Mary’s Yala captain Devine Charles is carried high as Yala celebrates winning the Siaya County football title. [Washington Onyango,Standard] St Mary’s School Yala are the 2025 Siaya County football boys’ champions. Yala dethroned Ambira High School after seeing off the defending champions 1-0 in extra time in an entertaining final played at a fully packed Yala Grounds on Saturday. Jeckonia Ogutu scored deep into extra time to send Yala, who are commonly referred to as the Black Saints, to the Nyanza Region Secondary School Term Two finals set to be held in Kisumu. Speaking after the match, Ogutu said…

St Joseph Boys National school players argues with FKF officials after allegedly denied a penalty for a foul play committed by St Anthony Boys players inside penalty area. The game ended prematurely at the 80 minutes. [Osinde Obare, Standard] Police were forced to rescue and evacuate referees after a tense Trans Nzoia KSSSA semi-final football match between rivals St Joseph’s Boys National School and St Anthony’s Boys High School. The game at Ndura Sports Complex Kitale was abandoned in the 80th minute after the referee failed to award a controversial penalty to St Joseph’s Boys. After the incident, centre referee…

Brian Okoth of Kenya Police FC celebrates with his teammates after scoring against Shabana FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County on June 15, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] All eyes will be on the bottom half of the table today as the FKF Premier League season comes to an end, with the relegation battle set to take centre stage as Nairobi City Stars, Murang’a Seal and Bidco United fight to avoid being chopped. While champions Kenya Police have already secured the title, drama is expected in the fight to avoid the drop to the…

Kenya’s Faith Cherotich (right) and Peruth Chemutai of Uganda in action during the women’s 3000m race at the Meeting de Paris, Wanda Diamond League, at Charlety Stadium in Paris, France, on Friday. [AFP] Propelled by her third Diamond League meeting victory at the Paris Diamond League on Friday night, Olympic 3000m steeplechase bronze medallist Faith Cherotich is yearning for more glory. The 20-year-old star charged to an 8:53.37 World Lead and Personal Best as she shocked Olympic gold medallist, Peruth Chemutai in the showdown staged at the Stade Charlety in Paris. And she promises to lower that time in her…

Perina Lokure Nakang of the ART at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Belgrade 24. [Courtesy] Athlete refugees have shared their lofty ambitions, promising to shine like their counterparts flying their national flags at international championships. Some of them are preparing to compete at the Kenyan national trials for the 2025 Tokyo World Championships. On Friday, during the World Refugee Day, the talented asylum seekers pledged strong performances in athletics. One of their big ambitions this year is to show the world that they would storm to stunning victories and to unite the world through the sport. Solomon Ayela, whose…

Kenya’s Chrisant Ojwang (back) in action during a past rugby sevens match. [AFP] Kenya Morans head coach Louis Kisia is confident of recapturing their lost Rugby Africa Sevens title when the continental games kick off today at the Labourdonnais Sports Club in Mauritius. Kenya are in Group A, where they will face off against their long-time rivals Uganda, the reigning champions, as well as Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana. Group B includes formidable opponents such as South Africa, who recently clinched victory at the 2025 HSBC SVNS World Championship, along with Burkina Faso, Zambia, and Nigeria. Group C features Madagascar, Zimbabwe,…

Kenyan golfer Kellie Gachaga in action at the Sunshine Development Tour. [Sunshine Tour] Golfers and golf clubs have been urged to promote Kenya as a top tourism destination through the sport. This follows a golf stakeholders meeting held in Nairobi yesterday that explored ways on how the game can be utilised to boost the country’s economy. The meeting noted that the country has all the relevant infrastructure to attract tourists through the game and that proper packaging of the game is needed to effect the needed process. “If we design our packaging correctly, we can comfortably host as many guests…

Kenya Ports Authority’s Chantal Kiyobe and USIU Flames’ Fridah Yagomba (left) during their KBF Premier League match at Nyayo Gymnasium last year. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] A series of mouth-watering games are lined up this weekend as the regular season of the 2024-2025 Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) League enters the homestretch at Nyayo Gymnasium. While teams at the top of the table are looking for a great finish, those at the bottom are fighting for survival. Their spots in the Premier League solely depend on what they do in their remaining matches. United States International University of Africa (USIU-A) Tigers and…

Lakers Hockey Club players in a past action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) Women’s Premier League debutants Kisumu Queens will be looking to extend their good run this weekend when they clash with Sliders Hockey Club and Mombasa Sports Club (MSC) at Impala Club. Currently second on the table with 14 points, four less than reigning champions Blazers Hockey Club, a double victory will spur them to the top of the standings. Despite being first-timers in the top tier, Queens have an impressive record of winning four, drawing two, and losing one to their lakeside rivals, Lakers Hockey…

U18 women’s 2000m steeplechase in action at Afraha stadium in Nakuru during the CAA under 18/20 National Trials. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] In a breakout performance that lit up Afraha Stadium in Nakuru, Kelvin Kiprop Biwott stunned the field to win the 3000m Under 18 final at the CAA Under 18/20 National Trials on Friday making a perfect transition from the rugged trails of cross country to the smoother lanes of track competition. Biwott, representing Central Rift, clocked a brilliant 8:02.54, edging out Emmanuel Kiprono and Kelvin Kipkosgei in a tactical race that came down to the final 200 metres. It was…

Kakamega High and Mumias Muslim players in action during their Kakamega County Term Two Secondary School Games quarterfinal match at Mumias Sports Complex on June 20,2025. [Green Commandos S.C] New champions were crowned on Friday in Homa Bay and Kisii as heavyweights retained their status in Siaya as the KSSSA Term Two games continue to heat up in Nyanza counties. In Homa Bay County, Karabok Secondary School lifted the football title after stunning Ringa Boys 6-5 in post-match penalties after playing to a 1-1 draw during regular time. Kobala won the girls’ final also on penalties, beating Saye 4-2 after…

Kakamega High and Mumias Muslim players in action during their Kakamega County Term Two Secondary School Games quarterfinal match at Mumias Sports Complex on June 20,2025. [Green Commandos S.C] New champions were crowned on Friday in Homa Bay and Kisii as heavyweights retained their status in Siaya as the KSSSA Term Two games continue to heat up in Nyanza counties. In Homa Bay County, Karabok Secondary School lifted the football title after stunning Ringa Boys 6-5 in post-match penalties after playing to a 1-1 draw during regular time. Kobala won the girls’ final also on penalties, beating Saye 4-2 after…

Makini Schools learners in action during the launch of their state-of-the-art sports facility in Nairobi. [Courtesy] Makini Schools on Friday, launched a new multi-purpose sports complex and introduced the Makini Sports Festival, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing strategy to embed holistic development at the core of its education model. The project worth Sh100 million strengthens the school’s long-standing commitment to nurturing talent beyond the classroom and builds on its growing reputation in sports and co-curricular excellence. The new facility features a professional-grade AstroTurf field for football and hockey, basketball and netball courts, and modern changing rooms. According to…

Harambee Starlets duo Diana Wacera (L) celebrates with Violet Nanjala after Kenya’s 4-0 win over Uganda at the ongoing Cecafa Senior Women’s Challenge Cup in Tanzanaia.[Harambee Starlets,X] Harambee Starlets will face off with Tanzania’s Twiga Stars today (6pm) in the title decider as the curtains come down on the Cecafa Senior Women’s Challenge Cup at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam. On Thursday, Kenya stretched their unbeaten run to three matches after thrashing South Sudan 4-0. Faith Mboya gave Harambee Starlets the lead after only three minutes. The South Sudan team defended in numbers and closed out Kenya’s attack till…

Nyagichenche rugby players and technical bench during the Kisii County girls’ rugby sevens on June 19, 2025 at Nyamache Boys High School. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Nyagichenche Girls and Cardinal Otunga are the new Kisii County Secondary Schools rugby sevens champions after winning their respective finals at the Term Two Games held on Thursday at Nyamache Boys High School. In the girls’ category, defending champions Nyagichenche were in dominant form from the quarterfinals all the way to the final, where they blanked a spirited Nyangoge side 17-0 to retain the title. Nyagichenche had kicked off their campaign with a commanding 31-0…

Harambee Starlets duo Diana Wacera (L) celebrates with Violet Nanjala after Kenya’s 4-0 win over Uganda at the ongoing Cecafa Senior Women’s Challenge Cup in Tanzanaia.[Harambee Starlets,X] Harambee Starlets yesterday stretched their unbeaten run at the ongoing Cecafa Senior Women’s Challenge Cup to three matches after thrashing South Sudan 4-0 at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam. Faith Mboya gave Harambee Starlets the lead after only 3 minutes. The South Sudan team defended in numbers and closed out Kenya’s attack till the interval. In the second half, Violet Nanjala Wanyonyi, Martha Amunyolet Emedot and Elizabeth Ochaka got their names on…

Kasarani International Stadium when CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe visited the facility on December 20, 2024 ahead of 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN). [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya will host the final of the 2024 CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) on August 30. This is after the Confederations of African Football (CAF), in consultation with the three Nations that will host this year’s TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda (CHAN) 2024 announced the venues that will host the opening, third and fourth and the final match of the competition. The TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship Kenya, Tanzania and…

NOCK Outgoing Secretary General Francis Mutuku addressing the media on the decision by the high court to stop elections in Westlands Nairobi on June 19, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] NOC-K Cinema continues shortly! This was the confusion that marked the nervy National Olympics Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) elections, which were ultimately postponed for the second time in Nairobi yesterday. Delegates had reached the high-profile venue in time, eagerly waiting to cast their votes. Security was very tight, and no one without a badge was allowed to access the location where those ‘qualified’ served their breakfast to the fullest as they…

Fans jump over a razor wire after supporters of Shabana and Gor Mahia clashed before their game. It ended 1:0 in favor of Gor Mahia. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] Sports enthusiasts and stakeholders are proposing a raft of measures to grow the multi-million industry. They have told a taskforce constituted last year to collect views from Kenyans in a planned review of Sports Act 2013 and delivery of a sports policy that the country was yet to give serious attention to development of the sector. The taskforce charged with the review of the country’s sports policy as well as the legal…

Harambee Starlets duo Diana Wacera (L) celebrates with Violet Nanjala after Kenya’s 4-0 win over Uganda at the ongoing Cecafa Senior Women’s Challenge Cup in Tanzania. [Harambee Starlets, X] Harambee Starlets will be hunting for more goals when they play the tournament’s punching bags, South Sudan, today from 4 pm as the hunt for the CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship title continues in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. South Sudan has conceded nine goals in their two matches played against Uganda (lost 5-0) and Tanzania (lost 4-0), results that give Kenya an upper hand if their bright start to this year’s tournament…

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands powers his car during second practice session for the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, central Japan, Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. (AP Photo/Toru Hanai) Toby Venter, owner of the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit near Johannesburg, said on Wednesday that plans to upgrade the track to Formula One standards had been approved by the controlling body. He told reporters the venue that last hosted a F1 race in 1993 had been given the green light by the International Automobile Federation (FIA) to implement design proposals. “Today, we turn…

Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club’s Njoroge Kibugu celebrates after winning the opening leg of the 2025-2026 season of the Sunshine Development Tour—East Africa Swing event at the Thika Green Golf Resort on Wednesday, June 5, 2025. [Sunshine Tour] Golfers from the East African region have made significant strides on the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) following the recently concluded Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing tournaments held at the Thika Greens Golf Resort and at the Ruiru Sports Club, where valuable ranking points were on offer. The two tournaments attracted mixed fields of top professionals and elite amateurs…

Master Caroline Wairimu Kihurani. [Courtesy]  Master Caroline Wairimu Kihurani, who passed on in Nairobi last week, has been celebrated for the role she played as one of the most eminent pioneering female martial artists in Kenya. Wairimu made history as the first female to represent the country at the 1997 World Taekwondo Championships in Hong Kong besides being the only female executive member at the Kenya Taekwondo Federation (KTF). ‘Coach Carol’ as she came to be famously known, was honoured at a requiem service in Nairobi on Wednesday, after passing on at 59. “Coach Carol will be remembered not only…

Prof Nancy A, Booker Professor and Dean at The Aga Khan University, Lt Gen Rtd Jackson Tuwei President Athletics Kenya (AK) and Tecla Lorupe Founder of Tecla Lorupe Foundation launch a research on sexual and gender based violence against women in sports report at Aga Khan University, Nairobi. June 18, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Triple World Half Marathon champion Tegla Loroupe and local sports federations have called for immediate action against Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Against Women In Sports. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center;…

National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) president Paul Tergat (Centre), Outgoing First Vice president Shadrack Maluki (Right) and outgoing Secretary Francis Mutuku during the General Annual General Meeting held at Prideinn hotel in Westlands on April 24, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] After several weeks of delay and postponement, the National Olympics Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) elections will finally be held during today’s Elective General Assembly at Hyatt Regency, Westlands, Nairobi. Current first Vice President Shadrack Maluki of Team New Dawn/Fresh NOC-K and Secretary General Francis Mutuku of NOC-K Service Team are both aiming to succeed outgoing President Paul Tergat. /*…

Samoa’s Faafoi Falaniko (R) tackles Kenya’s Chrisant Ojwang (L) during the men’s pool B rugby sevens match between Samoa and Kenya during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis on July 25, 2024. (Photo by CARL DE SOUZA / AFP) Chrissant Ojwang’s long-awaited return to the national fold is over after the Nakuru RFC star player was named as captain of the Kenya Morans ahead of the 2025 Rugby Africa Sevens set to kick off on Saturday at the Labourdonnais Sports Club in Mauritius. The powerful running centre suffered a serious injury last year in…

Nyabeda Mixed rugby players with their Principal Edward Ogalo (far right) and the coach who doubles as Deputy Principal Kenn Mukok on June 17, 2025. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Newbies Nyabeda Mixed Secondary School rugby girls team are upbeat ahead of the 2025 Siaya County Secondary School term two games that kick off on Thursday at St Mary’s School Yala. The team’s head coach, Kenneth Mukok, who previously coached Yala’s giants for over 20 years, is relishing his new journey after helping the school qualify for the county games for the first time. “This is more than a coaching job—it’s a mission.…

Liverpool’s Diogo Jota (L) and Virgil van Dijk in a training session at the team’s training ground in Liverpool, northwest England, on March 4, 2025. [AFP] Liverpool will kick off their Premier League title defence at home to Bournemouth on Friday, August 15, while Arsenal head to Manchester United in a blockbuster clash on the opening weekend. Arne Slot’s champions have the chance to secure the first points of the new season at Anfield as they launch the 2025/26 campaign. Following the Bournemouth game, they have tricky fixtures at Newcastle and home to Arsenal. Thomas Frank’s first match as Tottenham…

The Kenyan team just before their match against Zimbabwe in the Calvary Cup in Harare on June 15, 2025. Kenya won 10-6. [File Courtesy] It did not come on a silver platter! They had fought hard for it, following careful planning and well-thought-out strategies before putting everything into action, and ultimately emerging victorious. The first scare from the Zimbabweans came when they won the opening match, catching the Kenyans off guard and signalling that it would not be business as usual. Starting the match with the advantage of half-fraction of a goal from their low handicap, the Zimbabweans proved their mettle by…

Austin Omumbo of Kisumu Day (red) in action against Agai during the Kisumu County football finals played on June 24, 2024, at Maseno School. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Excitement is building as heavyweights and underdogs seek to prove themselves with the KSSSA Term Two games beginning at county level today in Kisumu, Homa Bay, and Kisii, and tomorrow in Siaya. Predominantly known for its explosive football rivalries and mammoth fan following, the Term Two games will also offer thrilling contests in rugby, volleyball, netball, racquet games, and basketball 3×3, running until Saturday. From favourites like Kisumu Day, St Mary’s Yala, Asumbi…

Nzoia Sugar before taking on AFC Leopards during FkF Premier league at the Nyayo National stadium on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Naturally, sugar is sweet. Sweet as football, the sport that is addictive and most followed in Kenya, if not globally. Whether in the remote villages or in the big cities, you will not miss a group of people either playing or watching football. For many years, the love of football has been thriving in the vast Western region because of sugar. A region predominantly known to produce tonnes of sugar, many clubs were formed because of…

Diana Wacera celebrates after scoring for Kenya in their 4-0 win over Uganda at the ongoing CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship in Tanzania. [Harambee Starlets,X] Harambee Starlets maintained their perfect start at the on-going CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship after thrashing arch rivals Uganda Crested Cranes 4-0 at Aazam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on Tuesday night. The defending champions were hoping to pick their second win after their massive 5-0 win over South Sudan after having lost 1-0 to Burundi last Friday. However, Kenya proved too strong and bagged the bragging rights from the noisy neighbors that puts them top…

Nzoia Sugar players pose for a group photo before their FKF Premier League match against AFC Leopards at Nyayo Stadium in 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Naturally, sugar is sweet. Sweet as football, the sport that is addictive and most followed in Kenya, if not globally. Whether in the remote villages or in the big cities, you will not miss a group of people either playing or watching football. For many years, the love of football has been thriving in the vast Western region because of sugar. A region predominantly known to produce tonnes of sugar, many clubs were formed because…

Mamelodi Sundowns’ star striker Peter Shalulile [Instagram] Mamelodi Sundowns’ talismanic striker Peter Shalulile is dreaming big as the South African giants prepare for their second-ever appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup, taking place in the United States of America. It’s a return to the global stage that has been years in the making for the Brazilians, who last featured in the tournament in 2016. Back then, under Pitso Mosimane, Sundowns exited without a win. Now, with a more mature squad and a clear continental identity, they are determined to make a statement — and for Shalulile, the stakes are…

Fumbula Briana of Asumbi Girls (right) in action against Gloria Khaemba of St Joseph Girls Kitale during national basketball finals at Shimo La Tewa on April 9, 2025. [Washington Onyango,Standard] As the Homa Bay County Secondary School Term Two Games kick off this week at Mbita High School, all attention is on Asumbi Girls High School, the Nyanza Region basketball 5×5 champions, who are looking to extend their dominance in the 3×3 format. Grouped in Pool B alongside Wire and Osodo, Asumbi will be keen to replicate their Term One success where they qualified for the national finals in Mombasa.…

CAF Goalkeeper of the Year and Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper Ronwen Williams [Instagram] CAF Goalkeeper of the Year Ronwen Williams is dreaming big—and he’s not alone. As Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to step onto the world stage once again, the South African says the FIFA Club World Cup is more than just a tournament; it’s a chance to make history. The Brazilians are among four African teams set to compete in the newly expanded tournament in the United States. This marks their second appearance at the global showpiece, with their debut in 2016, which ended in back-to-back defeats. This time, however, there’s…

Alphonce Omija of Gor Mahia reacts after a 3-2 win against Ulinzi sars at Ulinzi Sports Complex on Sunday 15, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyan football is set for a major transformation as the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) rolls out a proposal that will reduce the number of top-flight teams from 18 to 16 and bring back the familiar name, the Kenya Premier League (KPL). This move marks a shift away from the current FKF Premier League (FKF-PL) and is part of a larger plan aimed at making the game more competitive and organized across the country. Starting from the 2025/2026…

Harambee Starlets trio Swaum Nanjala (left), Faith Mboya and Tumaini Waliaula during a training session. [FKF Media] Harambee Starlets will hope to continue with their perfect start in the ongoing Cecafa Senior Women’s Championship when they face rivals Uganda Crested Cranes today from 7 pm in a crucial round two match at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Kenya thrashed Burundi 3-0 on Sunday to kick off their title push on the front foot. Midfielder Martha Amunyolet scored two quick goals to give Kenya a 2-0 lead after only five minutes of play before Faith Mboya came off the…

Kenya Police FC players celebrate scoring against Bidco United FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Nairobi on February 15, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Police; not Gor Mahia, or Tusker, or AFC Leopards, teams burnished with star talent and years of accumulated knowhow; are the new FKF Premier League champions. The Law Enforcers were crowned champions over the weekend after edging out Shabana 1-0 in Machakos, victory that stretched their lead at the top of the FKF Premier League standings to 64 points, six points ahead of their closest rivals Gor Mahia with one match…

Center referee Josephine Wanjiku issue a warning card to Steve Otieno of Nzoia Sugar during FkF Premier league match against AFC Leopards at the Nyayo National stadium on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya’s FIFA referee Josephine Wanjiku has been selected to officiate at the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) that will be held in Morocco from July 5 to July 26. This is another big achievement for Wanjiku, who continues to rise in her refereeing career both in Africa and beyond. Wanjiku, who is one of only two Kenyan FIFA centre referees alongside Juma Lucy Awino,…

Shujaa speedy winger Patrick Odongo (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a try during the Rugby Premier League (RPL) kick off in India. [Rugby Premier League, X] Kenya Sevens rugby stars Patrick Odongo and Kevin Wekesa made a bright start to their campaigns as the inaugural Rugby Premier League (RPL) kicked off on Sunday at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai, India. Odongo, who plays for Daystar Falcons in Kenya, was in fine form for Delhi Redz, scoring two tries in a thrilling 21-21 draw against Bengaluru Bravehearts. The 21-year-old opened his account early, touching down in the fourth minute…

Nyanza Golf Club’s Christine Riaroh (left) exchanges a club with her caddie during the KCB East Africa golf tour played on June 14, 2025 in Kisumu. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Christine Riaro, Tabitha Ojwang, Joyce Osike, and Griffins Owino put on a stellar performance to emerge winners of the 12th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour held at the Nyanza Golf Club over the weekend. The quartet, who are also the 2023 KCB East Africa Golf Tour champions, returned a combined score of 105 points, securing their third consecutive victory at the Nyanza edition of the tour. Led by…

Kenya Lionesses celebrate after winning silver at the Rugby AFrica Women’s Cup in Madagascar. [Rugby Afrique, X] Kenya Lionesses are the second-best women’s rugby 15s team in Africa. Lionesses achieved the feat for the third time on Sunday after hammering arch rivals Uganda Lady Cranes 47-0 on the final day of the 2025 Women’s Rugby Africa Cup in Madagascar. The win saw Kenya finish second in the round robin continental rugby competition held in Madagascar. Kenya begun the tournament with an impressive 28-5 revenge win over Madagascar who had last year stunned them 29-22. A narrow 19-12 defeat at the…

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Safaricom manager Kirubi Chairy (left) presents the overall award to Eldoret Club golfer Jesse Kipkorir, winner of the Standard County Golf Classic on June 14, 2025. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] Handicap 34 home player Jesse Kipkorir fired 46 stableford points to floor a large field in the Eldoret Edition of the Standard County Golf Classic at the par 71 Eldoret Club on Saturday. The 60-year-old environmental professor at the University of Eldoret was rewarded with a two-night stay for two at the scenic Ol Tukai Lodge in Amboseli, Eka Hotel Eldoret vouchers, and Safaricom gift vouchers for his impressive feat. “I…

Presidential advisor Great Lakes Regions Affairs Charles Keter (left) with Overall nett winner, Darren Edwards (second left), Nett winner second F Koko (second right), and Nett winner third, David Biegon (right) during the Grand Opening of the 9/18 greens tournament presentation ceremony at Kericho Golf Club, June 14, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] The Kericho Golf Club hosted an impressive grand opening ceremony for the revamped greens number nine and 18 over the weekend, attracting 170 golfers. Members are adopting and sponsoring the elevation of the greens to enhance the playing experience for its members and guests alike. The 9/18 green…

  Samuel Maiko of Kenya Police FC celebrates scoring against Shabana FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County on June 15, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Police are the 2024-2025 Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League champions. Police were crowned champions with a game to spare after narrowly edging out Shabana 1-0 in a crucial match played at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos on Sunday. Brian Okoth’s 75th-minute header was enough to hand the law enforcers their maiden title in their fourth time asking since they earned promotion to the top-flight league in 2021. Victory…

Harambee Starlets players celebrate after beating Tunisia 1-0 in a Women Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Souse, Tunisia on February 26, 2025. [FKF Media] Harambee Starlets midfielder Medina Abubakar is confident Kenya has the quality to emerge victorious in Tanzania as they prepare to face Burundi in their CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship opening match today at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam. Starlets are seeking redemption after coming from a 5-1 heavy defeat to Morocco in their last friendly match played last week and will be hoping to turn around their poor show into wins. Speaking ahead of the…

Kenya Police FC players celebrate Mohammed Bajaber’s goal against Bidco United FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Nairobi on February 15, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] For the past 15 years, the FKF Premier League title has been a two-club affair as record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia and Tusker exchanged victory laps. K’Ogalo has had the best show of the decade with nine titles as the brewers collected four with the exception of the 2022 season that was declared null and void. Today, however, that run might come to an end if league leaders Kenya Police…

From left: Wesley Kiprono, Catherine Gatua, Miriam Wanjiku and Salome Kiprop during 2025 Standard County Golf Classic tournament at Eldoret Club, Uasin Gishu County. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] There was cutthroat competition at the par 71 Eldoret Club as Standard County Golf Classic series teed off on the pristine golf course in Uasin Gishu County on Sunday. Former winners and home players  Anika Patel and Wesley Kiprono were among the over 200 participants who attacked the glorious fairways for honours. “First nine has not been okay with me, hopefully I cruise through the second nine,” Patel told Standard Sports as she…

Canada’s Marco Arop and Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi cross the finish line in the men’s 800m final of the athletics event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. [AFP] Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi’s fiercest challenger has been Marco Arop of Canada, but Algerian Djamel Sedjati has been a major threat to the duo’s legacy in the men’s 800m. Sedjati, an Olympic bronze medallist from the 2024 Paris Games, has been consistent in his campaign to upset the pecking order and has occasionally defeated Wanyonyi and World Champion, Arop. This evening, Wanyonyi faces the Algerian national record holder at the Stockholm Diamond League…

The men’s 5000m action at the North Rift regional track and field championships on June 15, 2025. [Courtesy] Under-20 and 18 stars have produced stellar performances at the North Rift regional track and field championships at the Transcend Talent Academy in Trans Nzoia. The regional events were used to identify potential junior athletes for future Under-20 showpieces. Melvin Lekeyia from Samburu stormed to an Under-20 10,000m victory, beating West Pokot’s Alex Pelor by a second in the thrilling competition staged in the high-altitude Cherangany. Lekeyia secured his win in an impressive 29:46.8, while Pelor stopped the timer in 29:50.2, as…

Geoffrey Morley (left) and Kimoi Moi in a past action. [File, Standard] It was a disappointing start for Kenya in the Six-Goal-Calvary Cup after falling to Zimbabwe 6.5-6 in their first match in Harare on Friday evening. The three-day event involves three international matches that have been played on different days, with the final one set for this evening. Kenya got it rough in the first match after it became clear that they were not well acquainted with the Zimbabwean horses in all four chukkas of the encounter. However, they (Kenya) were keen not to repeat the same mistake in their two…

APS Bomet FC players in a past training session. [File, Standard] APS Bomet FC will now participate in the FKF Premier League next season. The National Super League side on Friday made history by qualifying for the Premier League for the very first time following the ruling from their abandoned match against Kibera Black Stars by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Leagues and Competitions Committee. They were awarded three points and two goals from the abandoned fixture at the 79th minute on June 1 at Jamhuri Sports Ground in Nairobi between APs Bomet FC Versus Kibera Black Stars after a disputed…

Golfers from left, KaisJamal, Anika Patel, Faith Mburu and Philip Meli during 2025 Standard County Golf Classic tournament at the Eldoret Club Uasin Gishu County yesterday. June 14, 2025. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] There was cutthroat competition at the par 71 Eldoret Club as the Standard County Golf Classic series teed off on the pristine golf course in Uasin Gishu County today. Former winners and home players Anika Patel and Wesley Kiprono were among the over 200 participants who attacked the glorious fairways for honours. “First nine has not been okay with me, hopefully I cruise through the second nine,” Patel told…

Anika Patel in action during 2024 Standard County Golf Classic Series at the par 71 Eldoret Club in Uasin Gishu County. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] A fierce battle is looming as the 2025 Eldoret edition of the Standard County Golf Classic tees off at the par 71 Eldoret Club in Uasin Gishu County this morning. Former champions Anika Patel and Wesley Kiprono are among those angling for glory in the showpiece that has attracted over 200 players from Eldoret, Nandi Bears, Kakamega, Kitale and Nairobi. Others who have declared interest for the glittering prizes in the showdown, supported by mobile services…

Western Jaguars’ Isaac Wanjawa in action during their Kenya Hockey Premier League match against Daikyo Heroes at Dasmesh Stadium, Sikh Union Club, Nairobi, on June 7. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] History has it that most scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs came about as a result of curiosity. Isaac Wanjawa may not have made world-changing scientific discoveries, but his curiosity to know how it was possible to not only hit a small ball with a stick but also have full control of it led him to a now-promising hockey career. Just like every other boy, he grew up looking up to his…

Kenya’s Faith Cherotich (right) and Bahrain’s Winfred Yavi compete in the women’s 3000m steeplechase during the Oslo Diamond League Bislett Games 2025 at Bislett Stadium in Oslo, Norway, on Thursday. [AFP] Faith Cherotich’s rivalry with Kenyan-born Bahraini Winfred Yavi in the women’s 3000m steeplechase can be compared to the close contests pitting Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Canadian Marco Arop in the men’s 800m last season. This season, Cherotich, an Olympic bronze medallist, is not giving Yavi, the reigning Olympic champion space to breathe. On Thursday night, Cherotich, who is transitioning to the senior ranks in style, proved once again that she…

Mathare United’s Sammy Imbuye drible ball with Victor Ngume of Kariobangi in hot pursiut during FKF Premier League at Dandora Stadium. Jan 12, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyan football club Mathare United have taken a significant step forward in pursuit of stability and success, following the announcement of a one-year partnership with international gaming firm 1XBET. The deal, valued at Sh20 million, will see the gaming firm serve as the club’s main jersey sponsor for the 2026/27 Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF PL) season. The announcement was made during the official launch of the partnership on Thursday at the United…

Anika Patel in action during Standard County Golf Classic Series at the par 71 Eldoret Club in Uasin Gishu County yesterday. June 8, 2024. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] A fierce battle is looming as the 2025 Eldoret edition of the Standard County Golf Classic tees off at the par 71 Eldoret Club in Uasin Gishu County this morning. Former champions Anika Patel and Wesley Kiprono are among those angling for glory in the showpiece that has attracted over 200 players from Eldoret, Nandi Bears, Kakamega, Kitale and Nairobi. Others who have declared interest for the glittering prizes in the showdown, supported…

KCB vs Kenya Prisons during their Kenya Volleyball Federation National League finals at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on June 07, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) has received a major boot in their fight against doping in the country after being allocated Sh214 million in Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi’s 2025-2026 Financial Year Budget read on Thursday afternoon in Parliament. Anti-Doping Rule Violations are causing jitters as Kenya remains in Category A of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watch list. For instance, former world Under-20 5000m champion Edward Zakayo and Olympian Edinah Jebitok are among…

Kenya’s Edward Zakayo Pingua competes during the men’s 10,000m final athletics event at the Alexander Stadium, in Birmingham on day five of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, central England, on August 2, 2022. (File, Standard) The country’s athletics stars continue to fall by the wayside as the doping menace rears its ugly head in Kenya. Anti-Doping Rule Violations are causing jitters as Kenya remains in Category A of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watch list. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top:…

 Professional Golfers of Kenya Chairman John Wangai plays during the launch of the fifth edition of the NCBA Golf Series at Railways Golf Club. Jan 14, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Leading national broadcaster, the Standard Group PLC, is among eight corporates who have come on board to support Kenya’s bid for Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Standard Group will walk toe-to-toe with pro golfers Sullivan Muthugia (Thika), Tony Omuli (Golf Park), Robinson Owiti (Vet Lab) and Greg Snow (Muthaiga) in their bid to punch tickets for the Summer Games. Twenty eight other local pros have also been adopted, in four batches…

Limuru Junior Open 2024 winners at the Limuru Golf and Country Club, August 6, 2024. [Mose Sammy, Standard] The Junior Golf Foundation (JGF) has announced the provisional national Junior Golf Squad for the 2025/26 season, comprising 12 talented boys and 10 outstanding girls. The squad members were selected based on their performances in the national junior tournaments that are held across the Country and their ranking in the JGF Order of Merit. The full list reflects a broad spread of talent across various age groups with the youngest members being just 12 years old, a clear sign of the foundation’s commitment…

Agoro Sare High school (in White) against Shandarema Secondary in action during the Kenya Secondary School games at Bukhungu stadium in Kakamega county on 9th August 2023. (File, Standard) Karabok Secondary are the Karachuonyo South Sub County Secondary Schools football champions. They achieved the feat after overcoming fancied and stubborn Agoro Sare High School 2-1 in a re-match played at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay yesterday. Agoro Sare High drew the first blood through Philemon Rangasi in the eighth minute to lead by the solitary goal at the break. In the second half, the match belonged to the winners…

English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold gives a press conference during his official presentation as a new Real Madrid CF player, at the Ciudad Real Madrid training complex in Valdebebas, on the outskirts of Madrid, on June 12, 2025. [AFP] New Real Madrid signing Trent Alexander-Arnold said he joined the “only” team he would have considered leaving Liverpool for, at his presentation on Thursday. Reds fans jeered Alexander-Arnold after the academy graduate revealed he would leave this summer, but eventually gave him a warm farewell on the last day of the Premier League season. “It was never a question of where, it…

Brentford manager Thomas Frank applauds fans after a match. [AFP] Tottenham have reached an agreement with Premier League rivals Brentford to make Thomas Frank their head coach following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, it was widely reported on Thursday. Spurs set their sights on Frank after dismissing Postecoglou last week, just 16 days after he won the Europa League, and made an official approach to Brentford earlier this week. Britain’s Press Association said discussions initially centred on Frank’s current terms at Brentford and further talks were required over which backroom staff he would take with him. Frank’s contract with Brentford…

Standard Group sponsored golfers with Rose Mkok, Kenya Ladies Golf Union Chairperson. From Left- Sullivan Muthugia, Tony Omuli, Robinson Owiti and Greg Snow. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Leading national broadcaster, The Standard Group PLC, is among the eight corporations that have come on board to support Kenya’s bid for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Standard Group will walk toe to toe with pro golfers Sullivan Muthugia (Thika), Tony Omuli (Golf Park), Robinson Owiti (Vet Lab) and Greg Snow (Muthaiga) in their bid to punch tickets to the Summer Games. 28 other local pros have also been adopted, in four batches each,…

Atitio banks on 53 years’ experience ahead of KCB East Africa Golf Tour in Kisumu By Washington Onyango Veteran golfer Joseph Atitio will be relying on his vast experience as he steps onto the Nyanza Golf Club course for the KCB East Africa Golf Tour on Saturday. Atitio, who first swung a golf club back in 1972, believes that the knowledge he has gathered over 53 years could give him the edge at the par-70 course in Kisumu. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Atitio said that while he hopes to compete for the top honors, his main goal is to…

Nyanza Golf Club’s Joseph Atitio duirng the Captain’s Prize on January 18, 2025 in Kisumu. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Veteran golfer Joseph Atitio will be relying on his vast experience as he steps onto the Nyanza Golf Club course for the KCB East Africa Golf Tour on Saturday. Atitio, who first swung a golf club back in 1972, believes that the knowledge he has gathered over 53 years could give him the edge at the par-70 course in Kisumu. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Atitio said that while he hopes to compete for the top honours, his main goal is to…

Tunisia’s Guermazi Sana (left) and Ella Kaabachi challenges Elizabeth Wambui (center) of Harambee Starlets in their 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers campaign at Ulinzi Sports Complex on Friday, Feb 21, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Harambee Starlets will be seeking redemption when they take on Burundi in their CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship opening match on Sunday at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Starlets are coming from a 5-1 heavy defeat to Morocco in their last friendly match played last week and will be hoping to turn around their poor show into wins. The championship will feature five teams playing on a…

FC Talanta’s Emmanuel Osoro celebrate his goal during FKF Premier League match against AFC Leopards at Dandora Stadium. Jan 18, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] FKF Premier League golden boot hopeful Emmanuel Osoro has promised to work even harder and fight for the Kenyan flag after helping Harambee Stars edge Chad 2-1 in an international friendly match played on Tuesday night at Marrakech Stadium in Morocco. The FC Talanta goal poacher who sits second in the Golden Boot race with 16 goals with two matches left scored and assisted in the match that saw South African tactician Benni McCarthy bag his first win since…

Harambee Stars fans during Gabon match. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] While Benni McCarthy was celebrating his first win as Harambee Stars coach in Morocco, former Afcon champions Senegal were proving to be the kings of the jungle against England after the Teranga Lions hammered the Three Lions 3-1 in their backyard. Senegal became the first African side to defeat England in any competition. It is these high-calibre matches that Harambee Stars fans are now demanding from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), as the majority downplayed the basis of playing lower-ranked teams during the international break. For many, it is not a must that they win every encounter…

Dismas Indiza during The 56th edition of the Magical Kenya Open at Muthaiga Golf Club on Thursday, Feb20, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kakamega Sports Club’s Dismas Indiza produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Royal Nairobi’s John Lejirma in a sudden-death playoff and secure victory at the Ruiru leg of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing yesterday. Starting the day five shots behind, Indiza capitalised on Lejirma’s early mistakes, carding a level-par 72 to tie at 4-under par 212 after regulation play. In the playoff, Indiza sealed the win with a birdie on the par-4 18th, as Lejirma could only manage par, earning the Sh400,000 winner’s cheque…

Kenya Lionesses celebrate after winning in South Africa.[World Rugby] Kenya Lionesses might have lost to South Africa’s Springboks women yesterday, but their fighting spirit was surely impressive after going down by a try with the defending champions holding on for a narrow 19-12 win. Despite a poor start that granted the South Africans a 12-0 halftime advantage, the East Africans revealed the never-say-die attitude in them when two late tries trembled the mighty Springboks, who have already qualified to play in this year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup in England. The one-try defeat was an improvement from Kenya, who lost 63-5 when the…

Javan Otieno (center) of Nakuru RFC fights for possession against Kisumu RFC players during their Kenya Cup clash at Nakuru Athletics Club, Nakuru City, on February 15, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Even the giants feared visiting the butchering field of Nakuru Athletic Club when Nakuru RFC was a team to reckon with! This is when the visiting teams got disappointed when faced with crucial national assignments. These teams feared returning home empty-handed after weeks of rigorous training that gave their players hope of breaking the jinx that had eluded several champions and defending champions. And Nakuru RFC made the life of visiting teams a nightmare when playing at their backyard—that’s Nakuru…

Harambee Stars in action vs Chad at the Marrakech Stadium in Morocco [FKF] Harambee Stars claimed a 2-1 win over Chad at the Marrakech Stadium in Morocco, giving head coach Benni McCarthy his first victory since taking charge of the team. The win came after a goalless draw against the same Chad side on Saturday, 7 June. McCarthy, who had failed to win in his first three matches, made nine changes to his squad — and the move paid off. Kenya took the lead in the 18th minute through Emmanuel Osoro. The FC Talanta striker finished off a low cross…

France’s forward Rayan Cherki warms up with a ball prior to the UEFA Nations League third place play-off football match between Germany and France in Stuttgart, southwestern Germany on June 8, 2025. [AFP] Manchester City completed the signing of French international Rayan Cherki from Lyon on Tuesday, in time to beat the deadline to register new players for the start of the Club World Cup. Cherki, 21, joins a new-look City, seeking to bounce back after a dismal trophyless season for Pep Guardiola’s men, for a fee of 36.5 million euros ($41 million, £30.3 million) plus an extra six million…

Harambee Stars head Coach Benni McCarthy instruct players against Gabon in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match at the Nyayo stadium, March 23, 2025. Gabon won 2-1. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has fired back at critics after their disappointing 0-0 draw with Chad over the weekend, as he called for calm and time as Kenya prepares to face Chad in a rematch today from 6pm at Marrakech Stadium in Morocco. McCarthy called on the fans and media to back down because there is no magic wand that can turn Harambee Stars into galacticos in…

Monicah Masega in action during the inaugural United Nations Football for the Goals tournament in Siaya on August 14, 2023. [Washington Onyango,Standard] Football lovers in Kenya who wish to organize tournaments in villages and other parts of the country will now need to obtain official permission from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF). This follows a new directive from the national football body, which says all football activities must be approved by its national office before they are held. In a circular sent to all football stakeholders, FKF stated that it is the only body in charge of controlling and supervising football matches…

Nithi: Public forum on budget ends in chaosSome residents claimed the representation was tilted to sideline opposing views. Published Date: 2025-06-10 06:46:16 Author: Source: The Star

DCI players celebrate a point against Kenya Pipeline during their Kenya Volleyball Federation National League finals at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on June 06, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The 2024-2025 season of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) National League will go down in history as one of the most competitive and more so, the women’s contest. This is after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) pulled the unexpected by eliminating multiple winners Kenya Prisons from the title race. Though DCI lost to a more experienced Kenya Pipeline side in the final to settle for silver, they indeed made a…

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente. [AFP] Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his side were “already thinking about the World Cup” after Sunday’s Nations League final loss on penalties to Portugal in Munich. “From this very moment we are already thinking about the next World Cup, which is our goal. With the way we approach things, we are sure to go far in the future,” de la Fuente said. “Our team is always in a position to win, there is a lot of commitment, a lot of roots. We will always be close to winning.” Spain led twice but were twice pegged…

Fasila Odhiambo (L) of Ulinzi Starlets challenge Yvonne Muyoka of Vihiga Queens FC during their FKF Women Premier League match at Ruaraka Grounds in Nairobi on January 26, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Vihiga Queens will face off with Kibera Soccer Women in the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Women’s Cup final. The two sides made it to the final of the fourth edition of the tournament after winning their respective semifinals against Bungoma Queens and FKF Women’s Premier League champions Kenya Police Bullets. Vihiga Queens, who have won the Premier League title four times, will be returning to the Cup final…

KCB celebrate a dominant 3-1 win over Kenya Prisons during the KVF Women’s League Playoffs at Kasarani Indoor Arena on June 7, 2025. [KCB Media] Seven KCB Women’s Volleyball Team players have been called up to the national team for the upcoming World Championship set to serve off on August 22 to September 7 in Thailand. The seven players, who are part of the 29-member provisional squad include Marlene Tata, Juliana Namutira, Belinda Barasa, Deborah Jesang, Fridah Boke, Pauline Chemutai and Shirleen Maywa. Speaking after the team had been named, Marlene Terry said she is looking forward to help Kenya win and…

Barcelona and Poland striker Robert Lewandowski [Courtesy] Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski said Sunday he would not play for his national team Poland so long as coach Michal Probierz remained in charge. The 36-year-old has played 158 times for Poland, scoring 85 goals, but earlier in the day was replaced as team captain by Piotr Zielinski. “Taking into account the circumstances and a loss of trust in the coach, I have decided to resign from playing for the Poland national team for as long as he remains in charge,” Lewandowski said on X. But the former Bayern Munich centre-forward left the…

Portugal’s forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo carries the trophy after winning the UEFA Nations League final football match between Portugal and Spain in Munich, southern Germany on June 8, 2025. [Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP] Cristiano Ronaldo’s coach and teammates praised his leadership after Sunday’s Nations League final win over Spain in Munich. Portugal twice fell behind, but twice came back, with Ronaldo scoring the second equaliser. “A captain with the type of experience he has is essential to show the necessary values and personality,” said Portugal coach Roberto Martinez. “Spain was ahead on the scoreboard twice, but the captain…

Team Portugal hold the trophy and celebrate with the fans after winning the UEFA Nations League final football match between Portugal and Spain in Munich, southern Germany on June 8, 2025. (Photo by Alexandra BEIER / AFP) A spectator was killed after falling from the stands at the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain in Munich on Sunday, UEFA confirmed to AFP subsidiary SID. The fan fell from the central tier during the first period of extra time into the press box in the lower tier. Paramedics and police rushed to the scene to assist the fan. A UEFA…