The Football Kenya Federation’s leadership crisis has deepened after a fourth attempted NEC meeting failed for lack of quorum, with the Mariga faction demanding action on governance, finances, judicial bodies and the football calendar.
By Sammy MurayaThe FKF Premier League is set to start after two months of court battles, a referee assault and a disputed Kariobangi Sharks-Mombasa United playoff. The story examines how the crisis unfolded and what remains unresolved.
By Sammy MurayaGundogdu was detained on Tuesday together with the other suspects and appeared before a judge at Istanbul’s Caglayan courthouse on Friday.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe findings were detailed in a redacted report published by the Premier League on Tuesday, days after the League confirmed that City had been found guilty of most of the 115 financial breaches it faced.
By Bradley BosireKenya’s U23 Emerging Stars produced an emphatic 4-1 win over Tanzania at Nyayo National Stadium, taking a commanding position ahead of the second leg. Here’s what was said and what the result means for the qualifier.
By Sammy MurayaThe Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports on Thursday said allowances owed in connection with the national team’s engagements in Zambia, South Africa and Turkey had been cleared.
By Maureen KinyanjuiCAF President's remarks came amid a disagreement between FKF President Hussein Mohamed and his deputy McDonald Mariga, who, together with seven members of the federation’s National Executive Committee, have questioned the management of the Football Kenya Federation.
By Maureen KinyanjuiCAF president Patrice Motsepe said his confidence in President William Ruto had also remained firm, pointing to Kenya's experience in hosting CHAN after preparations were extended
By Maureen KinyanjuiAfter weeks of court injunctions and disputes over which rulebook should govern Kenyan football, the 2026/27Kenyan Premier League is set to kick off this Saturday, with eight fixtures confirmed and an FKF–clubs agreement addressing key season logistics.
By Sammy MurayaOne of the key issues addressed during the meeting was the implementation of the foreign players' quota. Under the agreement reached with the clubs, each team will be allowed to register up to seven foreign players for the new season.
By Bradley BosireThe Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia confirmed the planned farewell after Messi was included in the squad for the match, which is expected to be his 208th and final appearance for the national side.
By Bradley BosireThe Athletic Club forward, 32, made his Ghana debut in September 2022 and went on to make 28 appearances for the national side, scoring two goals. He was part of Ghana's squads at the 2022 and 2026 Fifa World Cups, as well as the 2023 Afcon tournament.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAubameyang, who remains Gabon’s record goalscorer, played at the tournament despite carrying an injury as the Panthers endured a difficult campaign
By Bradley BosireAmong the biggest stories is the return of captain Michael Olunga, who has been absent from the national team since September 2025. He was sidelined for several months by a pelvic injury but has since returned to club football with Qatar-based Al-Arabi
By Chrispho OwuorMariga, a former Harambee Stars captain, said the uncertainty had come at a critical moment for Kenyan football, with Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania preparing to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
By Chrispho OwuorThe forward was among several key players who missed Gor Mahia’s inaugural Green Legacy Cup match against newly promoted Migori Youth on August 16 because of injuries. Gor Mahia eventually recovered from a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2 before winning 4-3 on penalties at Nyayo National Stadium
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement issued on Sunday, August 23, 2026, FKF condemned violence, destruction of property, intimidation and any conduct that threatens the safety of players, journalists, officials, fans, security personnel and members of the public
By Chrispho OwuorCameroon ended final heartbreak to win their first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, defeating Malawi 3-0 in the final.
By Sammy MurayaThe new vehicle could also strengthen speculation that the former Ghana national team tactician is set to remain at the club, despite reports that he had been considering offers from other clubs after his first campaign with K’Ogalo
By Chrispho OwuorSuper Falcons’ Women’s World Cup dream ended after a 2-1 loss to South Africa in Pretoria, ending a 36-year run. Here’s what the report says about the match and the reaction.
By Sammy MurayaThe 2026-27 English football season begins with major timing changes aimed at reducing stoppages. Here’s what’s new: five-second countdowns, 10-second substitutions, a one-minute injury treatment requirement, and a penalty involving outfield players when play is stopped for a goalkeeper incident.
By Sammy MurayaThe KNVB has appointed Xavi Hernández as Netherlands head coach, citing a football vision aligned with the national team’s identity. The piece also discusses the coaching philosophies referenced by Xavi and the next fixtures mentioned in the announcement.
By Sammy MurayaPSG won the UEFA Super Cup for a second straight year, edging Aston Villa 2-1. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring before Brian Madjo equalised, and Desire Doué’s goal was confirmed after a VAR check.
By Sammy MurayaCameroon reached the WAFCON final after Michaely Bihina saved four penalties against Morocco, including a decisive 118th-minute stop that kept the tie alive in the shootout.
By Sammy MurayaMalawi Scorchers reached the WAFCON final after a 3-1 semi-final victory over Algeria, as Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga shared the goals in Rabat.
By Sammy MurayaSeven healthcare professionals have been on trial in Argentina since mid-April over possible negligence linked to Maradona’s death in 2020. The World Cup-winning captain died from heart failure and acute pulmonary edema, a condition in which fluid builds up in the lungs, about two weeks after undergoing surgery.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTimothy Ouma has been unveiled as a Charlton Athletic player on a season-long loan from Slavia Prague, with the move including an option to make it permanent. The unveiling also featured Kenyan teammate Collins Sichenje.
By Sammy MurayaJorge died on Friday night, August 7, 2027 at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, after spending his final months moving between the facility and his home, where he was cared for by his wife Celia and their children Rodrigo, Matias and Maria Sol.
By Bradley BosireRayon Sports lifted the CECAFA Kagame Cup in Kigali, defeating Gor Mahia 2-1 after extra time at Amahoro Stadium. The final swung on late moments before a winner in extra time.
By Sammy MurayaCAF’s Executive Committee has confirmed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino as the dispute over FIFA governance and World Cup proposals intensifies. The vote math—and divisions beyond Europe—could decide where support shifts.
By Sammy Muraya