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Audio By Vocalize David Owino in a past training with Harambee Stars at Nyayo Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Afraha Stadium has seen it all, roars of triumphs and dreams. For decades Nakuru was a cradle of football talent, producing stars who donned national team, Harambee Stars jersey and carried the city’s pride from Afraha to stadiums across the globe.  But today the city’s football glory appears to have dimmed, clubs relocated, sponsors dwindled, and mentorship waned, leaving youth starved of opportunities. Amid the quiet and faded chants, St Joseph Youth FC, the boyhood club of former Kenyan international and Zambia’s…

Audio By Vocalize Njoroge Kibugu lines up a putt during 2026 Magical Kenya Open Pro-Am Tournament at Karen Country Club on February 18, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The hunt for Sh62 million ‘jackpot’ begins on Thursday morning as the 57th edition of the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) tees-off at the pristine Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi. The 144 players from over 30 countries will comb the scenic fairways in the next four days in their attempt to strike the elusive fortune that the overall winner will walk home with come Sunday But to those who will miss to…

Audio By Vocalize Lester Mudibo (left) and Lewis Ogutu of Chema Volleyball Club celebrate victory against Administration Police during their 2025/26 Kenya Volleyball Federation Men’s League match at Kasarani Indoor Arena on November 08, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Debutants Chema Volleyball Club will today clash with top guns Kenya Prisons when the second leg of the 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) league season serves off at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Thursday. Chema will be out to prove their mettle against the warders who are keen to recapture the title they lost to the General Service Unit (GSU) last season. They…

Audio By Vocalize Anest Karegi from Ndeiya in Limuru shows his dribbling skills , Karegi hand was cut off by a poshomill, he however plays football to the amazement of many. [George Njunge, Standard] When a posho mill crushed the hand of a young man in Ndeiya Limuru, the world seemed to have come to a stand still to a man known for his exploits on the football pitch, unbeknownst to many, the young man’s heart was pegged to football, and without one hand, he went back to the field. The young man has shocked villagers and teammates after going…

Audio By Vocalize  Nottingham Forest coach Vitor Pereira [AFP] Vitor Pereira said he trusts Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis despite becoming the fourth manager of the Premier League side this season. The former Wolves boss has taken over at the City Ground on an 18-month deal after Sean Dyche followed Nuno Espirito Santo and Ange Postecoglou in being fired by Marinakis since August. Pereira previously worked under Marinakis during a successful spell at Greek giants Olympiacos. “He is ambitious, he wants to win,” Pereira said as he was unveiled at a press conference on Tuesday. “(He’s) emotional, I know him…

Audio By Vocalize Members of the Mexican Army’s special anti-drone battalion, tasked with protecting venues and ensuring security for the 2026 World Cup, give a demonstration for the press at Military Camp Number 1 in the municipality of Naucalpan, State of Mexico, on February 17, 2026. [Alfredo ESTRELLA / AFP] The Mexican military is preparing to confront the potential threat of unauthorised drones in stadiums used for this summer’s football World Cup. Mexico is co-hosting the tournament with the United States and Canada between June 11 to July 19, and on Tuesday, soldiers at a military base in Mexico City…

Audio By Vocalize Barcelona forward Raphinha shouts from the sideline during the Spanish league match vs Girona FC at Montilivi Stadium in Girona on February 16, 2026. (Josep LAGO / AFP) Barcelona winger Raphinha lashed out at perceived refereeing double standards in La Liga on Tuesday after his side fell to a 2-1 defeat at Girona. The Catalan giants were left upset at a decision to allow Girona’s late derby winner on Monday to stand after what they considered to be a foul on Barca defender Jules Kounde in the build-up. Barcelona issued a statement on Saturday complaining about inconsistencies…

Audio By Vocalize Tottenham’s new interim manager Igor Tudor [Isabella Bonotto/ AFP] Tottenham’s new interim manager Igor Tudor said on Tuesday that the club’s perilous position in the Premier League is unacceptable as he aims to ward off a relegation battle. The former Juventus boss has been appointed until the end of the season after Spurs slipped to 16th in the table under Thomas Frank, who was sacked last week. Tudor faces a baptism of fire at home to league leaders Arsenal in the north London derby on Sunday. But he said there can be no excuses despite a lengthy…

Audio By Vocalize Real Madrid players celebrate scoring in the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first leg vs SL Benfica at Estadio da Luz in Lisbon on February 17, 2026. [FILIPE AMORIM / AFP] Trent Alexander-Arnold hit out at “disgusting” alleged racist abuse directed at team-mate Vinicius Junior, whose wonder goal gave Real Madrid a crucial 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory at Benfica on Tuesday. The game was stopped for more than 10 minutes due to a racism protocol after Vinicius accused Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him. “It’s disgusting. What’s happened tonight is a…

Audio By Vocalize From left: Kenya Ski Federation president Philip Boit, Issa Laborde, NOC-K Secretary General John Ogolla, Issa’s mother Josephine Laborde and his father Laborde pose for a group photo after his final ski at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. [NOC-K Media] Kenya’s sole representative at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy, Issa Gachiringi Laborde Fit Pere made history by being the youngest ever Kenyan to qualify into the second round at the Winter Games. It was an impressive day for the young and upcoming 18-year-old French born athlete making his debut at the Olympic stage…

Audio By Vocalize Elite Amateur John Lejirma has maintained peak performance throughout the past year in preparation for MKO 2026 [Courtesy: Betika] Five Kenyan players have received a major sponsorship boost ahead of their tee-offs at the 57th edition of the Magical Kenya Open golf tournament at the Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi on Thursday. Kenya amateur aces Michael Karanga and John Lejirma, and seasoned professional players CJ Wangai, Samuel Njoroge, and Justus Madoya,, were on Wednesday boosted by gaming firm Betika to a collective Sh 3.2 million ahead of the global golf showdown. The funds are designed to…

Audio By Vocalize Emmanuel Wanyonyi reacts after the men’s 800m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 20, 2025. [AFP]  Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is confident of a stellar season on the track despite a fourth place in a cross country loop last weekend. Wanyonyi, a world 800m champion from the 2025 Tokyo event, said he gauged his speed at the fifth edition of Sirikwa World Cross Country Tour in Eldoret and that he was fit to kick off the track season. The former World Under-20 800m champion said his sights are on the Diamond League circuit.…

Audio By Vocalize SL Benfica forward Gianluca Prestianni (L) is pictured next to Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior who later complained about alleged racists insults during the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first leg at Estadio da Luz in Lisbon on February 17, 2026. (FILIPE AMORIM / AFP) Match-winner Vinicius Junior hit out at “cowards” after accusing Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him during Real Madrid’s 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory in Lisbon on Tuesday. The game was stopped for more than 10 minutes due to a racism protocol after Vinicius complained to French referee Francois Letexier…

Audio By Vocalize Juventus forward Francisco Chico Conceicao controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League, knockout round play-off 1st leg, football match vs Galatasaray SK at the Rams Park in Istanbul on February 17, 2026. (Ozan KOSE / AFP) Dutch midfielder Noa Lang scored a brace as Galatasaray thumped Juventus 5-2 in a pulsating contest in Istanbul on Tuesday in the first leg of a Champions League playoff. In a nerve-shredding atmosphere, Luciano Spalletti’s Juventus actually led 2-1 at half-time after Teun Koopmeiners replied to Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara’s opener with a brace of his own. But Colombian full-back…

Audio By Vocalize Dortmund forwardSerhou Guirassy and Atalanta’s defender Berat Djimsiti vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first Leg in Dortmund, western Germany, on February 17, 2026. [Ina Fassbender/AFP] Serhou Guirassy scored a goal and laid on another as Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 at home on Tuesday in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie. Despite a late arrival delaying kick-off and just one recognised centre-back, Dortmund controlled the match from start to finish. The in-form Guirassy headed Dortmund in front early and then set up Maximilian Beier’s goal…

Audio By Vocalize Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Desire Doue celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first leg vs AS Monacoat the Stade Louis II on February 17, 2026. [Valery HACHE / AFP] Paris Saint-Germain recovered from a shambolic start as Desire Doue inspired a comeback from two goals down to beat Monaco 3-2 in the principality in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie on Tuesday. United States star Folarin Balogun opened the scoring after just 55 seconds and found the net again on 18 minutes to put Monaco…

Audio By Vocalize AFC Leopards SC captain Victor Omune(with ball) in a past action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] When AFC Leopards SC won the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) trophy in 1998, three-quarters of the current club’s playing unit were not yet born. We are out to break this 28-year-old jinx this season. These are the words of AFC Leopards captain Victor Omune, who has declared that the KPL trophy is theirs to lose this season. /* 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: -40px;…

Audio By Vocalize Light Middle weight boxers Kimut Rono of alaa Rockers club and Ramsey Muhamzi of Kibera Olympic during the 2025 Nairobi Intermediate Boxing Championship at Githurai new market, on March 22, 2025. [File, Standard] As branches get ready for Counties Intermediate Boxing Championships (CIBC) starting tomorrow up to Saturday, they are ready to stop the dominance of Nairobi in the National Championships next week. All counties are expected to complete their selection trials this week ahead of the national championships set for Thika on February 26-28. Coaches said they will select formidable sides that are able to stop…

Audio By Vocalize Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya at the site of the construction of the new Thika Stadium. [Courtesy] The national government has stepped up its push to expand sports infrastructure across the country after breaking ground for a modern 10,000-seater stadium in Thika town, Kiambu County. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya, said the project is part of a broader government plan to upgrade and build modern sporting facilities in different regions to nurture talent and stimulate local economies. Mvurya assured residents…

Audio By Vocalize AFC Leopards SC captain Victor Omune(with ball) in a past action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] When AFC Leopards SC won the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) trophy in 1998, three-quarters of the current club’s playing unit were not yet born. We are out to break this 28-year-old jinx this season. These are the words of AFC Leopards captain Victor Omune, who has declared that the KPL trophy is theirs to lose this season. /* 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: -40px;…

Audio By Vocalize Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams reacts during the Spanish Copa del Rey (King’s Cup) semi final first leg vs Real Sociedad at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao on February 11, 2026. (ANDER GILLENEA / AFP) Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams is set to miss several weeks with a groin problem and has no fixed return date, the La Liga club announced Monday in a concerning development for Spain four months ahead of the World Cup. “(Williams) has begun treatment with an external specialist to treat his pubalgia, with specific work that, pending his progress, will cause him…

Audio By Vocalize Paris Saint-Germain’s Spanish head coach Luis Enrique gives a press conference on the eve of Champions League KO play-offs first leg football match against AS Monaco, in Monaco on February 16, 2026. [Valery HACHE / AFP] Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique dismissed any suggestions of dressing room disharmony as the reigning European champions prepared to put their continental title on the line this midweek against domestic rivals Monaco. PSG are struggling to rediscover the brilliant form they showed in the second half of last season, when they played breath-taking football on the way to winning the Champions…

Audio By Vocalize Kenyan fans in full spirits during inaugural leg of the 2026 HSBC SVNS Division Two at Nyayo National Stadium [Kenya Rugby, Facebook] While action unfolded on the pitch during the opening leg of the 2026 HSBC SVNS Division Two at Nyayo National Stadium, much of the activity beyond the touchline reflected the growing commercial appeal of rugby in Kenya. The two-day tournament not only attracted six men’s teams, Shujaa, Canada, Germany, USA, Belgium and Uruguay, and six women’s sides, including Kenya Lionesses, Argentina, Spain, South Africa, China and Brazil, but also provided a platform for businesses seeking…

Audio By Vocalize Girona’s Spanish midfielder Joel Roca and Barcelona’s French defender Jules Kounde fight for the ball during the Spanish league football match between Girona FC and FC Barcelona at Montilivi Stadium in Girona on February 16, 2026. [AFP] Spanish champions Barcelona fell to a damaging 2-1 defeat at Girona on Monday to leave them trailing Real Madrid by two points at the top of La Liga. Los Blancos beat Real Sociedad on Saturday to overtake the Catalans and Hansi Flick’s side could not defeat Girona in an gripping derby clash to reclaim the lead. Teenage star Lamine Yamal…

Audio By Vocalize  Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine in action against Tyson Fury of United Kingdom during Riyadh Season boxing match event at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 22, 2024. [AFP] Tyson Fury said the deaths of two of long-time rival Anthony Joshua’s friends in a car crash in December prompted his return to boxing. Fury will step back into the ring on April 11 after a 15-month absence to face Russian-born heavyweight Arslanbek Makhmudov in a bout at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The 37-year-old retired after his second successive loss to Oleksandr Usyk at the end…

Audio By Vocalize Faith Kipyegon of Kenya after winning the Women’s 1500m and setting a new world record during the Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on July 5, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon.  [AFP] Since 2023, three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon had hinted at long distance racing. And on Sunday, she stylishly put into action her long distance running dream, winning her 10km road race debut at the Monaco Run in an imposing 29:46 victory. The warning shot was not a huge surprise for a 1500m athlete who trains with marathon big shots at the Global Sports Communication in Kaptagat. Her…

Audio By Vocalize Gor Mahia’s Goalkeeper Mathew Gad in their match against Murang’a Seal during Mozzart Cup semi-final match at the Dandora Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Gor Mahia stretched their lead at the top of the SportPesa Premier League table after a hard-fought 2-1 win over APS Bomet, opening a six-point gap as the 2025-2026 title race begins to take shape. The victory pushed K’Ogalo to 43 points after 20 matches, giving them some breathing space ahead of second-placed AFC Leopards, who dropped points in a goalless draw against Bandari. Gor Mahia’s win away to Bomet was not easy, but…

Audio By Vocalize Gregoire Munster from LUX navigated by Louis Louka driving FORD Puma crosses a river at Soysambu Ranch during WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha on March 22, 2025. [File, Standard] Following completion of the second leg of the 2026 World Rally Championship (WRC), the Rally Sweden at the weekend, focus now shifts to WRC Safari Rally that is set for the scenic Naivasha terrains on March 12-15. Welshman Elfyn Evans will head to the Safari buoyed with Rally Sweden victory where he stretched his points margin to 60 at the weekend, helping Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team…

Audio By Vocalize Golfer Mercy Nyanchama in past action at Machakos.[Mose Sammy, Standard] The 25th edition of the Sigona Ladies Open, a ladies Golfer of the year Goty event, attracted a record turnout with a masterclass performance from some of the country’s top amateur talent. It also served as a strategic kickoff for the Kenya Ladies Golf Union KLGU 2026 calendar. Elite lady golfer Mercy Nyanchama, playing off a handicap of one, ruled the fairways, firing a spectacular gross 67 to claim the prestigious overall title and dominance in division A. “I started with a bogey, but I didn’t let it…

Audio By Vocalize A fan at Nairobi Region Secondary School games. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] They may have vanished from the secondary schools’ sporting scene, but these sleeping giants defined the golden era of Kenya’s school sports. The history of Kenyan sports will certainly be incomplete without institutions that laid a solid sporting foundation. While the 1966 inaugural Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National championship featured boys’ athletics only, the games have grown in leaps and bounds to the current Term One and Term Two activities, as well as the broader Federation of East African School Sports Association (FEASSA).  From…

Audio By Vocalize Shujaa co-captain Samuel Asati during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match against Uruguay at Nyayo Stadium on February 15, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Sevens have finished third in the opening leg of the 2026 HSBC SVNS Division two played Nairobi. This is after Shujaa lost 21-5 to USA in their final match of the competition that saw Germany pip them to gold medal at Nyayo Stadium. Kenya headed into the encounter unbeaten having schooled Belgium, Uruguay, Germany and Canada. They needed just a point to win the leg but conceding three tries against the Americans left…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya Lionesses Grace Adhiambo fights it out with Argentina during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 15, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Lionesses ended their 2026 Nairobi SVNS Women’s Division two on a low after losing their fourth match of the competition 14-5 to Spain at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday. The hosts headed into the match behind their defeats to China, South Africa and Argentina. Freshia Oduor kicked off the match with an early second minute try that gave Kenya a slender 5-0 advantage with the conversion attempt going wide before Abril…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya Lionesses and Shujaa fans cheer during the 2026 HSBC SVNS Division Two at Nyayo Stadium on February 15, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Lionesses lost their third match at the ongoing 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two tournament after going down 5-0 to Argentina at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday morning. Played in a round-robin format, the top four teams at the end of the Nairobi, Montevideo, Uruguay (March 21–22) and São Paulo, Brazil (March 28–29) legs will qualify for the SVNS World Championship, where they will face Division One’s top eight sides for a place in…

Audio By Vocalize Shujaa co-captain Samuel Asati in action during Kenya’s 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match against Uruguay at Nyayo Stadium on February 15, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Sevens picked their fourth straight 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two win on Sunday afternoon after seeing off Uruguay 17-7 at Nyayo Stadium. Led by co-captains George Ooro and Samuel Asati, Shujaa blitzed past the Uruguayans with three tries, boosting their chances of qualifying for the World SVNS Championship finale. The South Americans gifted Kenya possession straight from the kick-off after Ignacio Alvarez Akiki sent his kick into touch. Despite winning…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya Lioness vs Brazil during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2026.[Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Lionesses lost their third match at the ongoing 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two tournament after going down to Argentina 5-0 at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday morning. Played on a round robin format, the top four teams at the end of the Nairobi, Montevideo, Uruguay (March 21–22) and São Paulo, Brazil (March 28–29) will qualify for the SVNS World Championship, where they will face Division One’s top eight sides for a place in the 2027 season.…

Audio By Vocalize Mwiki Secondary’s Susan Wanjiru dribbles past Hillcrest goalkeeper Neema Lazzaroni during the Nairobi Region Term One games at Nairobi School on March 15, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Nairobi Region hockey champions Mwiki Secondary School and Hospital Hill yesterday made their intentions to extend their reign known with dominant performances as the 2026 Term One games began at different venues. Mwiki showed no mercy to their Group A opponents, Precious Blood Riruta and former holders Moi Girls Nairobi, hammering the two sides a total of 15 goals at the Highway Secondary School. They opened their campaign with a…

Audio By Vocalize AFC Leopards midfielder James Kinyanjui shields the ball against Bandari’s Rajab Omar during their SportPesa Premier League match at Mbaraki Stadium on February 14, 2026. [Bandari Media]  Record Kenyan champion Gor Mahia have been handed a huge boost by their archrivals and closest challengers, AFC Leopards, in the SportPesa Premier League title race after Ingwe dropped two points following their 0-0 draw against Bandari at Mbaraki Sports Club on Saturday. Ingwe headed into the encounter with the dockers trailing Gor by four points and needed to win to close in on the leaders. However, Bandari, who have…

Audio By Vocalize Valencia Marathon champion John Korir (6200) in action during the 2026 Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour at Lobo Village in Eldoret on February 14, 2026. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] Freshly minted World Cross Country champion Agnes Ngetich and Valencia Marathon winner John Korir reigned supreme at the fifth edition of Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour in Eldoret on Saturday. In an epic women’s 10km contest, Ngetich literally flew from gun to finish to retain the title at the Lobo Village, Eldoret. The 10km world record holder successfully defended her 2025 title and delivered a historic back-to-back…

Audio By Vocalize 2KM Elite Women podium finishers Naomi Korir (winner), Judy Kemunto (runner-up) and Mercy Chepngeno (second runner-up) pose for a group photo after receiving their prize money at the 2026 Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour at Lobo Village, Eldoret on February 14, 2026. [Peter Ochieng, Standard]  Pomp and colour marked the fifth edition of Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour held at the Lobo Village in Eldoret on Saturday. Thousands of fans descended on the scenic Lobo fairways to watch the spectacle as over 3000 athletes battled for glory in the various categories that were crowned with…

Audio By Vocalize Tanzania’s Diana William (left) battles for the ball with Kenya’s Hilder Natecho during 2026 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup return leg at Chamazi Complex on February 14, 2026. [TFF Media] Rising Starlets’ hunt for a ticket to the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup ended in an anti-climax as they fell 3-1 to neighbours Tanzania in post-match penalties at the Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on Saturday. Failure to secure a healthy lead at home during the first leg haunted the Kenyans, who needed a draw of any kind going into the do-or-die clash. Though…

Audio By Vocalize George Ooro tackled by John Franklin of Canada during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Sevens came from 10-0 down at the break to edge out a stubborn Germany 15-10 at sudden death as Shujaa maintained their unbeaten run during the opening day of the 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS, played at the fully packed Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. Shujaa began the match on the back foot after Ben Ellermann took advantage of the hosts’ defensive lapse to score an unconverted try to hand the Germans a…

Audio By Vocalize Grace Okulu of Kenya Lioness reacts against China 7S during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Lionesses lost their second Nairobi HSBC SVNS match after going down 12-10 to African champions South Africa at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday evening. Shiniqwa Lamprecht opened the scores in the second minute to hand the South Africans an early 7-0 lead with Nadine Roos adding the extras before Lionesses captain Sheila Chajira went over for an unconverted try as Kenya trailed 7-5. Maria Tshiremba struck again for South Africa, who…

Audio By Vocalize Rising Starlets forward Valerie Nekesa (left) in action against Diana Mnally of Tanzanite Queens during their 2026 Fifa U20 Women’s World Cup qualifier first-leg match at Ulinzi Sports Complex on February 7. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Rising Starlets will have everything to play for when they lock horns with Tanzania on Saturday in the second leg of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The two sides face off in the high-stakes third round duel that will make or break their World Cup dreams. Though Starlets go into the clash with…

Audio By Vocalize   Nygel Amaitsa (Left), Chrisant Ojwang (Centre) and Patrick Odongo of Kenya Shujaa celebrate scoring against Canada during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard Patrick Odongo and Chrisant Ojwang displayed tremendous pace as Kenya Sevens maintained their day one Nairobi HSBC SVNS dominance when Shujaa thrashed Belgium 33-0 at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Kenya came into the encounter behind their steady 29-12 win over Canada in their opener, while Belgium were stealing yet to heal from their 40-0 thumping at the hands of the USA. Samuel…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya Lioness vs Brazil during their 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 match at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Lionesses put in a second-half comeback attempt but fell to 15-12 China in their second match of the ongoing 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS being staged at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. Le Zhang scored in the opening minute as China led 5-0 before Sun Yue stretched the Asians’ lead to 10-0 three minutes later. Ge Chenjie also crossed over at the stroke of half-time as China led 15-0 despite missing all three conversions. In the final…

Audio By Vocalize   Patrick Odongo (center) in action for Shujaa during their Nairobi HSBC SVNS opening match against Canada at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Sevens kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign on the front foot after crushing Canada 29-12 in an entertaining round one match played at an electric Nyayo Stadium atmosphere on Saturday morning. Shujaa speed star Patrick Odongo scored a brace to lead Kenya to victory, a positive start that head coach Kelvin Wambua needs to be able to steer the East African heavyweight back to Division…

Audio By Vocalize   Kenya Lionesses came from 12-0 down to stun Brazil 15-12 as they kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign at Nyayo Stadium. [Robert Abongo, Standard] Kenya Lionesses came from 12-0 down to stun Brazil 15-12 as they kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign on the front foot in an entertaining match played at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday morning. Jante Okello, Stella Wafula and Naomi Amuguni all crossed over the white wash as Kenya completed a second-half comeback and stayed well on course to qualify for the World Championship that…

Audio By Vocalize A new look of the refurbished Kasarani Stadium ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Uncertainty over the venue for the second leg of Mashemeji derby due to the unavailability of Nyayo and Kasarani CAF boss Mostepe says Afcon 2027 will go on in June and July as planned Kenyan football has been thrown into confusion, and the storm begins this weekend. The government this week officially shut down Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for final renovations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), while Nyayo National Stadium will close immediately…

Audio By Vocalize FKF President Hussein Mohammed  and Vice President McDonald Mariga when they welcomed CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe and his team at JKIA to assess infrastructure set for hosting the CHAN tournament on December 19, 2024 [FKF] CAF President Patrice Motsepe has moved to quell speculation surrounding the hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, confirming that Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania remain the hosts. Speaking in Dar es Salaam after the CAF Executive Committee meeting in Addis Ababa, Motsepe asserted that the competition will proceed as planned and that concerns over infrastructural readiness are being addressed collectively.…

Audio By Vocalize Real Madrid players celebrates scoring against Valencia CF at Mestalla Stadium in Valencia on February 8, 2026. (JOSE JORDAN / AFP) Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Real Madrid career has not got off the ground yet but, fit again after injury, the England right-back could be crucial for the Spanish giants in the second half of the season. With Alvaro Arbeloa’s side still taking shape following the coach’s arrival in January, Alexander-Arnold has the chance to make himself a key part of the club’s battle for silverware. Pellegrino Matarazzo’s in-form Real Sociedad visit the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday in La…

Audio By Vocalize LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on February 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. [Wally SKALIJ / Getty Images via AFP) Superstar LeBron James nabbed another NBA record on Thursday, becoming at 41 the oldest player to record a triple-double as he propelled the Lakers to a 124-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. James, a four-time champion and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer now in his unprecedented 23rd season, scored a game-high 28 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and handed out 12 assists, pulling down…

Audio By Vocalize Former Arsenal Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey arrives at Southwark Crown Court in London on September 17, 2025 [CARLOS JASSO / AFP] Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has been charged with two further counts of rape. The 32-year-old, who now plays for Spanish club Villarreal, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on March 13 to face the charges, which relate to one alleged victim in 2020. The alleged offence was reported to police in August 2025. In September, Partey denied five counts of rape against two other women, and a charge of sexual assault against a…

Audio By Vocalize Referee John Brooks shows a yellow card to Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice during the English Premier League football match vs Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on February 12, 2026. (Glyn KIRK / AFP) Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice said his side cannot be distracted by talk of Manchester City closing in at the top of the Premier League after the Gunners were held 1-1 at Brentford on Thursday. City are now just four points behind Mikel Arteta’s men and have home advantage when the sides meet in April. Arsenal are aiming to end a 22-year…

Audio By Vocalize Barcelona coach Hans-Dieter Flick reacts during the Spanish Copa del Rey (King’s Cup) semi final first vs Club Atletico de Madrid at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on February 12, 2026. (Oscar DEL POZO / AFP) Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said his players did not work as a team and were taught a lesson in the first half of the 4-0 Copa del Rey semi-final first leg defeat by Atletico Madrid on Thursday. The holders and La Liga leaders were crushed at Atletico’s Metropolitano stadium as Diego Simeone’s side ran riot with four goals before the break. “We…

Audio By Vocalize Agnes Ngetich leads in the 10000m women race during the World Athletice Championship trials 2025 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi. [File, Standard] Stars are converging for what is expected to be a thrilling fifth edition of Sirikwa Classic World Cross-Country Tour in Eldoret on Saturday. The previous editions have been adrenaline-packed and athletes have powered to mouthwatering performances in the gold level cross country show. With athletics big shots of different nationalities including Uganda, South Africa, Tanzania, Qatar, Germany and Ukraine among others having confirmed their participation in the event that will be staged at…

Audio By Vocalize Lakers celebrate after beating Strathmore University during Africa Cup For Club Champions at City Park Hockey Stadium on February 18, 2023. [File, Standard] Lakers Women’s Hockey Club coach Amena Sheldon Ulisi has been crowned Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month for January 2026. This is after he guided Lakers to a historic maiden Africa Cup for Club Champions title in Harare, Zimbabwe, where they defeated holders Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) 2-0 on post-match penalties, following a 1-1 draw in normal time. The Kisumu-based side registered two wins and a loss during the week-long tournament. It was a sweet…

Audio By Vocalize Manchester United’s co-owner Jim Ratcliffe. [Oli SCARFF / AFP] A leading British football anti-discrimination body on Thursday slammed as “disgraceful” comments by Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe claiming the “UK has been colonised by immigrants”. Billionaire businessman Ratcliffe, founder and chairman of the Ineos chemicals company, made the remarks in a television interview in which he suggested “huge levels of immigration” to the UK had harmed the economy. “You can’t have an economy with nine million people on benefits and huge levels of immigrants coming in,” Monaco-based Ratcliffe told Britain’s Sky News. “I mean, the UK has…

Audio By Vocalize England football coach Thomas Tuchel had his contract extended until Euro 2028. [AFP] Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract that will see him remain head coach of the England national football team through to the end of Euro 2028 in the UK and Ireland, the Football Association announced on Thursday. Tuchel was confirmed as the successor to Gareth Southgate in October 2024 and has overseen an unbeaten qualification run to this year’s World Cup in North America, with England winning all eight group games under their German boss. “I am very happy and proud to extend…

Audio By Vocalize Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor feted with SportPesa League Coach of the Month award on February 11, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] A resurgent January run by Gor Mahia has been capped with individual recognition, as flying fullback Paul Ochuoga and head coach Charles Akonnor were crowned the SportPesa League Player and Coach of the Month, respectively. The record champions won all but one of their 6 matches during the month, opening a 4-point lead over Mashemeji rivals AFC Leopards, who have a game in hand. Ochuoga was instrumental as he delivered a consistent run of performances…

Audio By Vocalize Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi runs with the ball past Matias Lugo during a friendly match between Ecuador’s Barcelona and Inter Miami at the Banco Pichincha Stadium in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on February 7, 2026. (Marcos PIN / AFP) Lionel Messi missed practice for Inter Miami on Wednesday with a nagging left hamstring strain that pushed the squad to delay a match in Puerto Rico, the MLS club announced. The Argentine star and Inter Miami captain suffered the injury in a 2-2 draw with Barcelona de Guayaquil in Ecuador last Saturday. Messi underwent further testing that determined the…

Audio By Vocalize US President Donald Trump reacts as he receives the FIFA Peace Prize from Italian Fifa President Gianni Infantino during the draw for the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico, at the Kennedy Center, in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2025. (SAUL LOEB / AFP) Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have skyrocketed on FIFA’s official resale platform, with seats for many matches listed at several times their face value even though most tickets have only recently been distributed following the end of the main sales phase in January. Weeks…

Audio By Vocalize Mwiki Secondary school Hockey players in a penalty shootout against Hillcrest International school during Nairobi Region Secondary Schools Term 1 games at Nairobi school on Saturday, March 15, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] As curtains rise on the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term One games, the stage is set for fierce faceoffs as teams battle for bragging rights. With top-notch talent, hunger for glory and in some instances desire to avenge previous defeats, defending champions have undoubtedly been put on notice. They will go all out as they chase the ultimate prize of a crowning…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya’s Peter Abuti (right) and Njinnou Mouandat in Men heavy weight 88-92kg category at Moi International Sports Center Gymnasium. Oct 22, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] With the conclusion of the National Novice Boxing Championships, branches are ready for their County Intermediate Championships. Boxers who made it to the National Novices finals, in addition to those who featured in last year’s (Novices) but never qualified to the next level, are expected to square it out in their selection trials again. They are expected to do so over the next two weeks, ahead of the National Intermediate Boxing Championships…

Audio By Vocalize Australia’s captain Travis Head (centre) celebrates with teammates their win against Ireland during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 11, 2026. [AFP] A depleted Australia shrugged off the loss of their captain Mitchell Marsh to injury to cruise to a dominant 67-run opening T20 World Cup win over Ireland in Colombo on Wednesday. Australia made 182-6 after stand-in captain Travis Head won the toss and elected to bat and then bowled Ireland out for 115 at the R. Premadasa stadium. Josh Inglis was promoted…

Audio By Vocalize Kenya Rugby fans cheer players during the 23rd Edition 2021 Safari 7s tournament at The Nyayo National stadium on Saturday, Oct 31, 2021. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has cautioned Kenyans not to show up at Nyayo Stadium without valid tickets for the HSBC SVNS 2 rugby tournament this weekend. He confirmed that all tickets for the 15,000-seater venue were sold out and urged fans to arrive early, dressed in Kenyan colors to enjoy the historic event. This is the first time the series is being staged in the region. PS assured that security will be guaranteed in and around…

Audio By Vocalize Sports PS Elijah Mwangi (Center), LOC chairman Nicholas Musonye and Sports Kenya DG Timothy Kiplimo addressing journalist at Nyayo stadium on February 11, 2026 ahead of the HSBC event at the weekend. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairperson Nicholas Musonye has cautioned football fans to expect inconveniences in league fixtures as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Musonye said some local league matches will have to be played away from regular venues as Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums undergo upgrades immediately after HSBC tournament at the weekend. Nyayo is to be…

Audio By Vocalize Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny performs during Super Bowl LX Patriots vs Seahawks Apple Music Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on February 8, 2026. (Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) The Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots — and Bad Bunny’s hyped halftime show — fell short of broadcast ratings records, according to figures released on Tuesday. The Seahawks’ 29-13 victory over the Pats averaged 124.9 million viewers on NBC, streaming platform Peacock, Spanish language Telemundo, NBC Sports Digital and NFL+, according to same-day ratings from the Nielsen media research…

Audio By Vocalize Thomas Frank gestures on the touchline during the UEFA Champions League football league stage match between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on January 20, 2026. [ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP] Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after less than eight months in charge following a 2-1 defeat at home to Newcastle on Tuesday which left them just five points above the Premier League relegation zone. The North London side are 16th in the table and without a win in their past eight Premier League games — their worst such…

Audio By Vocalize Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank reacts during the English Premier League football match vs Manchester City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on February 1, 2026. (Ben STANSALL / AFP)  Tottenham boss Thomas Frank believes he will retain the support of the club’s owners despite more calls for the Dane to be sacked after a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle on Tuesday. Spurs slipped to 16th in the Premier League, just five points above the relegation zone with 12 games remaining. They are not in action again for 12 more days until they host local rivals…

Audio By Vocalize Roberto De Zerbi [Photo: KURT DESPLENTER / BELGA] Coach Roberto De Zerbi has left Marseille “by mutual agreement”, the French club said early Wednesday, days after they were thrashed 5-0 by bitter rivals Paris Saint-Germain. The 46-year-old Italian, who had been in charge since the summer of 2024, has been linked with a return to the Premier League. Marseille crashed out of the Champions League last month and were well beaten at PSG on Sunday to leave them fourth in Ligue 1. After days of speculation about his future, a club statement said: “Following discussions between all…

Audio By Vocalize Double African champion Karan Patel, co- driven by Sports PS Elijah Mwangi, flagged off by KCB Group CEO Paul Russo at KICC, Nairobi on February 10, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Double African champion Karan Patel, paraplegic speedster Nikhil Sachania and promising young talent Tinashe Gatimu are all raring to go as preparations intensify for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally set for the scenic terrains of Naivasha town on March 12-15. Patel is hopeful for a good show in the Safari this season, with a focus to net a three-peat in the African Rally Championship (ARC) where he…

Audio By Vocalize NOC-K President Shadrack Maluki and Koitalel Samoei University College Principal Prof Winston Jumba Akala sign a Memorandum of Understanding at NOC-K Headquarters, Nairobi. [NOC-K Media] National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has entered into a partnership with Koitalel Samoei University College to set up a sports centre dubbed ‘Olympiafrica’ at the institution. This comes barely two weeks after the body revealed plans to put up a high-performance training centre at Kenyatta University. Speaking after signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), NOC-K President Shadrack Maluki said the partnership will not only help improve the performance of Kenyan athletes…

Audio By Vocalize Pakistan’s Babar Azam plays a shot during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Pakistan and USA at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on February 10, 2026. [AFP] India said Tuesday it would be “a challenge” to face a “quality” Pakistan team in Colombo after Islamabad U-turned and decided to play the blockbuster T20 World Cup clash. The Pakistan government late Monday ended a week-long stand-off by rescinding its order for the cricket team to boycott the February 15 match. “It’s great that the game is back on, we kind…

Kisii High school players tackling Felix Apwoka Captain of Vihiga High school during Brookside national term one rugby games at Shanzu Teachers training college. Sunday April 13, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The spotlight at this year’s HSBC SVNS 2 Nairobi will not only be on the world’s elite men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams, but also on Kenya’s rising youth talent. During the landmark tournament, scheduled for 14–15 February 2026 at Nyayo Stadium, the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) will stage its regional Under-16 Rugby Series, giving 96 young players from across the country a rare chance to showcase their skills on a global…

Audio By Vocalize Naomi Amuguni (Left) of Kenya Lionesses runs with the ball past Angayika Comfort of Uganda during the 27th edition of the 2025 Safari Sevens Tournament at Nyayo National Stadium on October 11, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Safaricom has committed Sh10 million in support of the upcoming HSBC SVNS2 Rugby Sevens Tournament, scheduled for this weekend at Nyayo National Stadium. As the official technology partner of the tournament, Safaricom will provide a fully kitted, world-class media centre, internet connectivity across key functional areas, as well as communication support in the form of devices and airtime to ensure seamless…

Audio By Vocalize Kevin Wekesa of Kenya Sevens (center) in action against Spain at Hong Kong Sevens. [World Rugby] Kenya Sevens forward Kevin Wekesa is making just as much impact off the field as on it, after earning global recognition for his environmental work through his Play Green initiative. /* 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: -40px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); } .subscribe-content { position: relative; z-index:…

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland (C) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the English Premier League football match vs Liverpool at Anfield on February 8, 2026. (Paul ELLIS / AFP) Erling Haaland said tiredness was no excuse for his poor goalscoring run in 2026 as he demands more of himself to keep Manchester City in the hunt for four trophies. Haaland scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner from the penalty spot as City beat Liverpool 2-1 on Sunday to remain six points behind Arsenal in the Premier League title race. The 25-year-old has netted 28 times in 36 games…

This handout picture released by Municipality of Guadalupe shows a robot dog designed to help Mexican police tackle crime during the World Cup. [AFP] A pack of robot dogs will help Mexican police tackle crime during the 2026 World Cup this summer, authorities said Monday. The four-legged robots are designed to enter dangerous areas and broadcast live video back to security forces, who can watch before taking action during the football tournament. The global spectacle, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, is being hosted by Mexico alongside the United States and Canada. The animaloid robots were…

Victor Otieno (left) of AFC Leopards dribbles the ball past Brian Musa of Kenya Police during SportPesa Premier League match at MISC, Kasarani on Dec 13, 2025. [File, Standard] Ten-time champions AFC Leopards were the biggest casualties of the Round of 64 as top flight clubs stamped authority in the FKF Cup over the weekend. Ingwe suffered a painful early exit after losing 4-3 on penalties to minnows’ BB Bread following a 2-2 draw in normal time. The spotlight fell on former Leopards goalkeeper Ezekiel Owade, who turned into the hero for BB Bread. This is after he saved Kennedy…

Patrick Odongo (left) of Kenya Shujaa outpaces Zimbabwe attackers during the 2025 Safari Sevens Tournament at Nyayo National Stadium on October 12, 2025. [File, Standard] Menengai Oilers John Okoth and Nakuru’s Chrissant Ojwang’ are back in the national sevens set-up after being named in the Shujaa squad for the opening Nairobi leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series set for this weekend, at Nyayo Stadium. The two return after long injury layoffs that kept them out of the 2025 season. Their comeback is a big boost for Kenya as the team looks to start the new campaign strongly in front…

Emilly Andayi (left) of Rising Starlets of Kenya in action with Annie Felicia of Cameroon during their African Qualifiers FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2024 return leg match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, on November 17, 2023. [File, Standard] “Had you scored two or three goals, you would have succeeded, but with this single goal, you haven’t.” This was Tanzania women’s national team head coach Bakari Shime’s warning shot to Kenyans after Rising Starlets’ 1-0 win against his side in a 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier match on Saturday at Ulinzi Sports Complex. /* New modal style */…

2025 Absa ‘Beat the Pro’ Challenge winner Kanana Muthomi of Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club presented her award by Absa Bank Kenya Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Abdi Mohamed. [ABSA BANK KENYA] Every year, the prestigious Magical Kenya Open (MKO) golf tournament, presented by Absa Bank Kenya, pump in millions of shillings into the Kenyan economy. This season, Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) has projected that the global golf showdown, whose 57th edition will be held at the pristine Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi from February 19 to 22, will contribute over USD 5 million (Sh643 Million)…

Kerogut Day school’s Vincent Kipkoech winner of the 400M hurdles during Brookside national term one games at Shanzu Teachers training college. April 11, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] When chalk, books, pens, and classrooms are swapped for balls, racquets, sticks, nets, and playing fields, it marks the beginning of the hunt for sporting greatness. Every year, thousands of learners across the country launch their sports careers at the school games, which have for decades served as the country’s talent incubator. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay…

2025 Absa ‘Beat the Pro’ Challenge winner Kanana Muthomi of Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club presented her award by Absa Bank Kenya Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Abdi Mohamed. [ABSA BANK KENYA] Every year, the prestigious Magical Kenya Open (MKO) golf tournament, presented by Absa Bank Kenya, pumps in millions of shillings into the Kenyan economy. This season, Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) has projected that the global golf showdown, whose 57th edition will be held at the pristine Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi on February 19-22, will bless Kenya’s economy with over USD 5 million (Sh643…

2025 Absa ‘Beat the Pro’ Challenge winner Kanana Muthomi of Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club presented her award by Absa Bank Kenya Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Abdi Mohamed. [ABSA BANK KENYA] Every year, the prestigious Magical Kenya Open (MKO) golf tournament, presented by Absa Bank Kenya, pumps in millions of shillings into the Kenyan economy. This season, Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) has projected that the global golf showdown, whose 57th edition will be held at the pristine Karen Golf and Country Club in Nairobi on February 19-22, will bless Kenya’s economy with over USD 5 million (Sh643…

Baseball5 national team coach Joel Wa-Ngicho conducts a technical training for physical education teachers in Kisii County on Friday. [Baseball Federation of Kenya]  Baseball Kenya has rolled out training for sports teachers across the country ahead of the introduction of the discipline in the secondary school games calendar. The national body of the sport, in collaboration with the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) will be offering training clinics to physical education teachers as a key intervention in popularising it in the country. Kenya is preparing coaches ahead of Dakar Youth Olympics, where Baseball5 will feature, with a likelihood of Kenya…

Baseball5 national team coach Joel Wa-Ngicho conducts a technical training for physical education teachers in Kisii County on Friday. [Baseball Federation of Kenya]  Baseball Kenya has rolled out training for sports teachers across the country ahead of the introduction of the discipline in the secondary school games calendar. The national body of the sport, in collaboration with the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) will be offering training clinics to physical education teachers as a key intervention in popularising it in the country. Kenya is preparing coaches ahead of Dakar Youth Olympics, where Baseball5 will feature, with a likelihood of Kenya…

The Rising Starlets (in red) of Kenya and the Tanzanite Queens of Tanzania in the first leg of their FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifier at Ulinzi Sports Complex on February 7, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Rising Starlets beat Tanzania 1-0 in the first leg of the third round of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup in a tightly contested match played at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Ulinzi Starlets striker Elizabeth Mideva netted Kenya’s all-important goal at the death to give the junior side an edge ahead of next Saturday’s return match set for the Azam Sports Complex in Dar…

FKF CEO Harold Ndege at a media briefing ahead of Harambee Stars vs Gabon World Cup qualifier at Nyayo Stadium, March 22, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Under fire ex- Football Kenya Federation (FKF) CEO Harold Ndege on Friday revealed to the Standard Sports that he will be banking on the courts for a fair hearing and determination of his case after the federation appointed Dennis Gicheru as the Acting General Secretary/CEO. Ndege has been facing trouble from the federation for the past two months, with several allegations leveled against him in the motion to remove him. FKF released a statement…

KCB Rugby players celebrate after winning a match at Driftwood Sevens. [KCB Rugby] KCB RFC stormed into the Enterprise Cup semi-finals with a 62–7 demolition of Kenyatta University’s Blak Blad in Saturday’s quarter-final clash played at the KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka. The bankers set the tone early, crossing the whitewash through Fidel Maina who opened the scoring. Levy Amunga stepped up to convert before missing his second kick, giving KCB a 5–0 lead. The pressure barely eased as Andy Cole Omolo powered over for the second try, with Amunga this time adding the extras to stretch the score to 12–0.…

Eliud Kipchoge crosses the finish line to win the Men’s Marathon athletics event of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Sambodromo in Rio de Janeiro on August 21, 2016. [AFP] Kenyan marathon great Eliud Kipchoge said he is honoured to be named one of the Olympic flag bearers during yesterday’s opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games. The 41-year-old is one of eight bearers who was expected to carry the Olympic flag into Milan’s San Siro Olympic Stadium. “Being a flagbearer is a huge opportunity for me, a good opportunity to tell the story of the values the…

Arsenal’s Spanish coach Mikel Arteta gestures on the touchline. [AFP] Arsenal could take another giant step towards the Premier League title with victory over Sunderland today before Manchester City face a daunting trip to Liverpool. The Gunners already enjoy a six-point lead at the top of the table as they close in on a first title since 2003/04. Aston Villa remain the best of the rest behind the top two but a dip in form for Unai Emery’s men has allowed Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool to bunch up in the race for a place in next season’s Champions League.…

Rising Starlets coach Jackline Juma during a training session at Kasarani Annex. [FKF Media] Rising Starlets will today (3 pm) face off with Tanzania’s Tanzanite Queens in a 2026 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier match at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Stakes will be high as the two sides clash in the first of the two-legged East Africa derby that will see the aggregate winner advance to the fourth and final round of qualification. In the final round, Kenya or Tanzania will play the winner of the Cameroon and Botswana encounter in May for a ticket to the global showpiece set…

Kakamega Homeboyz’s Oliver Machaka and Gor Mahia’s Ben Stanley Omondi during the SportPesa Premier League at Moi International Sports Center on Dec 17, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The 2026 FKF Cup begins this weekend, marking the start of Kenya’s oldest domestic knockout competition and a fresh chase for glory, improved prize money, and a place in the CAF Confederation Cup. A total of 32 matches in the Round of 64 will be played this weekend as top clubs and small community teams step onto the same stage with one dream. The rewards are big. The winner will pocket Sh3 million…

Clinton Odhiambo (Centre) of Menengai Oilers challenges Nakuru RFC players during a Kenya Cup match in Nakuru on January 11, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The 2026 Enterprise Cup moves into the in-country quarter-final stage this weekend, giving Kenyan rugby fans a break from league action as the Kenya Cup takes a two-week rest. Four big matches are lined up today as clubs chase places in the next phase of the country’s oldest rugby competition. All eyes will be in Kakamega, where defending champions Kabras Sugar host Kenya Harlequin at the ASK Showground. Kabras, who are also five-time winners of the…

Feliciano Perez (left) of Nairobi City Thunder dribbles past Peter Odhiambo of NBK Phoenix in a league match at Nyayo Gymnasium.[Stafford Ondego, Standard] National basketball league champions Nairobi City Thunder have made yet another milestone by securing a multi-million sponsorship two-season deal with Flutterwave’s Send App. Speaking during the launch yesterday, CEO Colin Rasmussen said that partnerships with international brands are key to the club’s growth. “Send App is a global brand, and as we grow as Nairobi City Thunder, it’s really significant for us to be partnering with bigger global brands which align with our ambitions to become a…

 Nairobi United announced the signing of former Kenya Under-20 midfielder Kevin Wang’aya [Naibois] Kenyan football continued to register growing international interest during the January 2026 transfer window, with several players completing moves abroad amid a period of heightened global transfer activity in both men’s and women’s football. According to FIFA’s January Transfer Snapshot 2026, more than 5,900 international transfers were completed in men’s professional football, the highest total ever recorded in a January window. This represented a rise of just over three per cent compared to January 2025. Despite the increased activity, total spending fell to just over USD 1.9…

 Kenyan international defender Collins Sichenje is now a Charlton Athletic player [Facebook] Charlton Athletic’s signing of Kenyan international defender Collins Sichenje sparked widespread reaction on social media, with Kenyan fans flooding the English club’s online platforms shortly after the announcement. The English Championship side confirmed the arrival of the 22-year-old on February 2, 2026, completing a move from Serbian club FK Vojvodina. Sichenje signed a long-term contract that will keep him at The Valley until 2029, with the transfer reportedly costing €1.9 million. Soon after the announcement, Charlton’s official social media accounts received an influx of comments from Kenyan supporters,…

 Enock Wanyama has joined Taiwan club Tatung FC [Tatung FC, Facebook] Former Gor Mahia and APS Bomet winger Enock Wanyama has joined Taiwan club Tatung FC. This will be his second station in Taiwan, having previously featured for Taiwan Shihu between 2023 and 2024. The club was formerly known as Leopard Cat Football Club in the Taiwan Premier League. …. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Published Date: 2026-02-05 17:09:35 Author: Source: The Standard

Manchester City’s striker Omar Marmoush celebrates scoring the first goal against Newcastle United in the English League Cup semi-final on February 4, 2026. [AFP] Manchester City will face Arsenal in the League Cup final after ending Newcastle’s reign as holders with a first-half blitz in their 3-1 victory on Wednesday. Pep Guardiola’s side were already in pole position after winning the semi-final first leg on Tyneside in January, and they finished the job ruthlessly at the Etihad Stadium. Omar Marmoush struck twice in the first half of the second leg before Tijjani Reijnders put the result beyond doubt. Follow The…