Charismatic veteran coach Marcelo Bielsa is on the brink of guiding a third team to World Cup qualification as Uruguay…
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Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni gives a training bib to forward Lionel Messi during a training session in Ezeiza. [AFP] Charismatic…
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga in past action at the Nyayo Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga…
Harambee Stars are 10 points behind the qualification spot, with only four matches left. Published Date: 2025-09-03 06:00:00 Author: By…
Kenyas top amateur golfer, John Lejirma of Royal Nairobi Golf Club, has set his sights firmly on making a strong…
John Lejirma in past action at Golf Park Kenya. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya’s top amateur golfer, John Lejirma of Royal…
Marks Lady Agnes Wangechi in action at a recent tournament. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] All eyes will be in Mombasa as…
All eyes will be in Mombasa as Kenya is set to host the IPSC Handgun Pre-World Shoot competition from Thursday…
Published Date: 2025-09-03 00:00:00 Author: By Brian Ngugi Source: The Standard
Grimsby Towns fairytale Carabao Cup triumph over Manchester United has been overshadowed by a costly administrative error that has left…
Grimsby Town’s Kenyan midfielder Clarke Oduor in action against Man United in the Carabao Cup [Courtesy] Grimsby Town’s fairytale Carabao…
Kenyan youngster Ethan Gwendo juggles with the ball during a light warm up session in the us. [Ethan Henry Gwendo]…
Ethan Gwendo has been named a finalist for the prestigious Youth Athlete of the Year award. Published Date: 2025-09-02 16:13:55…
2025 Railway Invitation winner Isaac Makokha in action at the Kenya Railway Golf Club, August 31, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard]…
Isaac Makokha, a golfer who has never heard the roar of a crowd, let his golf clubs do the talking…
The fairways were abuzz with competition during the 12th edition of the Tee-Off with Crown tournament as 102 golfers vied…
Caption The fairways were abuzz with competition during the 12th edition of the Tee-Off with Crown tournament as 102 golfers…
Olunga, who will once again lead the national teams attack, said the players are motivated to give their best despite…
Playing steady throughout the day, Ojwang carded a score of 69 net to claim his first-ever monthly mug title, edging out Cornila Obare, who…
The Coastal swimmers were too good for their hosts Nairobi and other competitors as they won 116 medals cumulative to…
Kenya, Uganda agree to eliminate trade barriers Published Date: 2025-09-01 20:15:00 Author: By Mary Imenza Source: The Standard
Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo scored his first Premier League goal for Manchester United in a dramatic 3-2 home win against…
Celta Vigo’s Spanish defender #32 Javier Rodriguez fights for the ball with Villarreal’s Karl Etta Eyong during the Spanish league…
Morocco pip Madagascar 3-2 in a scintillating final on Saturday night. Lamlaoui brace seals Moroccos historic third Chan triumph at…
DR Congo fan during CAF African Nations championship match against Morocco at The Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, Morocco won…
Her win came through a play off in a tie-break contest with Tanzanian Olomi. Nyanchama rounded up the three-days 54 holes…
Kenya will co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Tanzania and Uganda.From ticketing to security, accreditation and stadia facilities,…
KPA bounced back from game one defeat to end Hawks reign with a 3-1 win in the Best -of-five series.…
Betty Kananu (Left) of Equity Hawks outpace Natalie Akinyi of Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) during their Kenya Basketball Federation match…
Mercy Nyanchama in a recent KGU tournament. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] Just when she thought it was over, Kenya’s Mercy Nyanchama…
We are proud of the success of the CHAN 2024 tournament, which we co-hosted with Uganda and Tanzania. Building on…
President William Ruto met FIFA President Gianni Infantino and officially handed over the title deeds to land earmarked for the…
Published Date: 2025-08-31 13:40:30 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard
From left: CAF counterpart Patrice Motsepe, President William Ruto and FIFA President Gianni Infantino award man of the match Oussama…
Published Date: 2025-08-31 13:34:02 Author: By Ben Ahenda Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-31 13:26:14 Author: By Maarufu Mohamed Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-31 13:19:55 Author: By Elizabeth Mburugu Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-30 22:20:00 Author: By Mike Kihaki Source: The Standard
President William Ruto presents Morocco players with the CHAN trophy after their win against Madagascar at the Moi International Sports…
President Ruto, AUC Chair Youssouf congratulate Morocco on CHAN win; Kenya says it is preparing for AFCON 2027 with lessons…
Morocco clinch CHAN 2024 title with a 3-2 victory over finals debutants Madagascar; Atlas Lions become first team to win…
Morocco celebrates with the trophy after winning the CHAN 2024 Tournament during finals at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on August…
Fireworks rent the air as Tanzanian songbird Zuchu brought the roof down in Nairobi, where music met football at the…
Savara performing during the closing ceremony of the CHAN 2024 tournament in Nairobi on August 30, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]…
Yiwu Selection: Nairobi store bringing Chinese brands closer to Kenyan consumers Published Date: 2025-08-30 13:00:32 Author: By Xinhua Source: The…
Morocco have an unprecedented third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title in their sights on Saturday when they play Madagascar in…
DR Congo’s defender #22 Lolendo Mansanga jumps as Morocco’s defender #17 Youssef Belammari tries to intercept the ball during…
When Bay ‘Blade’ Lwal embraced e-Sports seven years ago through influence from his peers, he never knew that he would…
Reigning Kenya Pro League champion Bay ‘Blade’ Lwal in action during a past championship. [PHOTO/ Infinix] When Bay ‘Blade’ Lwal…
Published Date: 2025-08-30 00:00:00 Author: By David Njaaga Source: The Standard
A section of Thika Road. [File, Standard] Traffic on Thika Road will be disrupted for the better part of Saturday,…
Sections of Thika Road, including Mwiki and Githurai, to be closed from 6am tomorrow for CHAN finals at Kasarani; motorists…
Her own story begins in Kisamis village, Kajiado West, where her late father would gather the community for holiday football…
Brigid Siantei Kashoi during an interview with The Standard. [Manuel Ntoyai, Standard] When Brigid Siantei Kashoi talks about sports, she…
Handout picture released By Mexican Presidency shows Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum and FIFA President Gianni Infantino holding the FIFA world…
“I appreciate the visit of Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, to discuss the progress of the World Cup” Published Date: 2025-08-29…
Published Date: 2025-08-29 00:00:00 Author: By Ochieng Oyugi Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-29 00:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-29 00:00:00 Author: By Maarufu Mohamed Source: The Standard
President William Ruto (left), Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy and captain Abud Omar at State House, Nairobi, on August…
French former football player Youri Djorkaeff (left) and former Moroccan football player Houssine Kharja, at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco…
Liverpool and Manchester City will both come up against Real Madrid in this season’s Champions League while title-holders PSG were…
Sudan players after their match with Madagascar at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, on August 26, 2025. [Joseph…
Published Date: 2025-08-28 19:14:02 Author: By Cafonline Source: The Standard
The Harambee Stars were today hosted at State House by H.E. President Dr. William Samoei Ruto, in recognition of their…
The legends have landed an ambassadorial role in the Sh255 Million five-year deal league, penned by Cricket Kenya and the…
Former Kenya national team players who took part in the famed 2003 ICC World Cup, reaching the semifinals, display their…
Eliud Kipchoge says the desire to inspire others drove him to enter the Sydney Marathon, admitting that there was huge…
Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge (left) and Dutch Sifan Hassan during a press conference for the Sydney Marathon 2025, at the Sydney…
Published Date: 2025-08-28 12:16:16 Author: By Elizabeth Mburugu Source: The Standard
Kenya’s Malkia Strikers during 2025 FIVB World Championship campaign.[Courtesy FIVB] Kenya’s Malkia Strikers on Wednesday ended their 2025 FIVB World…
Kenya will face Gambia and Seychelles from September 5 at Kasarani. McCarthy retains most of the players that played in…
Madagascar win in extra time to book place in Saturdays final at Kasarani. Sudan coach Appiah left carrying wounds of…
Published Date: 2025-08-28 11:42:24 Author: By Rodgers Eshitemi Source: The Standard
Wanyonyi and Cherotich are among track athletes hoping to cement their status ahead of the Tokyo World Championships. Published Date:…
So far, only eight countries have confirmed participation with six more expected to do so. Published Date: 2025-08-28 00:00:00 Author:…
Faith Cherotich in 3000m steeplechase during the World athletice championship trials 2025 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]…
Published Date: 2025-08-28 00:00:00 Author: By Robert Abong’o and Molly Chebet Source: The Standard
Kenyas contingent is strong is led by in-form Njoroge Kibugu – two-time winner of the Sunshine Development Tour. Published Date:…
Kenya’s Njoroge Kibugu in action during the second round of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing at Nyali…
Kenya Police Bullets have been drawn against Ugandan champions Kampala Queens in the 2025 CAF Womens Champions League CECAFA qualifiers.…
Kenya Police Bullets striker celebrate with her teammates after scoring a goal against Trinity queens at Afraha stadium in Nakuru…
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy instructs players during training session as the team finalized its preparations for the 2024…
Austine Odhiambo and Eric Marcelo Ouma will not feature for Harambee Stars in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers…
Standard Group CEO Chaacha Mwita welcomes CHAN 2024 Trophy at Standard Group offices while standing alongside legends Kenya’s Victor Wanyama…
Standard Group journalists today got the chance to experience and take pictures with the new African Nations Championship trophy as…
India could be banned from world football for the second time in three years after FIFA and the Asian governing…
The FIFA logo is pictured at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, on June 2, 2015. [AFP] India could be banned…
Published Date: 2025-08-27 09:59:09 Author: By Cafonline Source: The Standard
Javelin athlete Irene Jepkemboi in action during a past competition at the Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi. [Courtesy] As the qualifications…
Published Date: 2025-08-27 09:43:00 Author: By Stephen Rutto Source: The Standard
Ronald Simiyu swings at Nyali Golf and Country Club course during the club captain’s (Dinesh Sasan) prize caddies’ tournament in…
Published Date: 2025-08-27 09:30:18 Author: By Maarufu Mohamed Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-08-27 09:17:33 Author: By Joseph Kipsang and Washington Onyango Source: The Standard
Madagascar players celebrate after edging Sudan 1-0 in extra time during the CHAN semi-final at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar…
Morocco and Senegal players warming up at a nearly empty Namboole Stadium ahead of their CHAN 2024 semi-final.[Rodgers Eshitemi/Standard] The…
Chan will have a new champion after holders Senegal were eliminated by Morocco at a nearly empty Namboole Stadium, Kampala…
Published Date: 2025-08-27 00:00:00 Author: By Elizabeth Mburugu Source: The Standard
Malkia Strikers players celebrate a point against Puerto Rico during the quarter-finals of the FIVB Challenger Cup match in Manila,…
Mohamed Houssein Ali CAF/FIFA Fitness coach, Djibouti, during referee Open day at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi on August 26,…