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Jorge 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.
At Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, Anatasha Cheptoo won bronze in the women’s 3000m steeplechase after a team plan fell apart, while Emmanuel Kiprono claimed gold in the men’s 3000m with a new championship record just shy of the world U20 mark.
Rayon 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.
CAF’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.
Gold + Silver (Men's 5,000m) • Bronze (Women's 5,000m) • Two steeplechasers through to finals • 800m heartbreak via DQ • Kenya tops medals table heading into Day 2.
The incident happened during a Golok FA Cup match between amateur sides SAMCOLTS and Abu x Nong Sirin, a tournament that brings together teams from Thailand and neighbouring Malaysia.
A lightning strike hit a football pitch during a semi-final match in Sungai Golok, Narathiwat, killing a Thai footballer and injuring 12 others, according to police and media reports.
Harambee Starlets were eliminated from WAFCON after a 2-0 loss to Algeria in Rabat, finishing with three straight defeats and seven goals conceded. The article reviews coach and player comments about preparedness, support, and what comes next.
Fifa and Infantino wanted to create a commercial subsidiary to run its main events, including its World Cups, and external investors would have been able to buy stakes in it.
Kenya won 12 medals at Glasgow 2026 (3 gold, 4 silver, 5 bronze), finishing 13th in the final standings. The article compares this haul with Birmingham 2022 and discusses coach concerns about athlete development, plus potential policy and investment priorities.
Saturday at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games brought Kenya both celebration and disappointment, led by Mathew Kipsang’s men’s 5,000m gold alongside other events that fell just short of the podium.
According to Cecil, the group had been impressed by videos showing Kenyan supporters recreating Arsenal's title celebration atmosphere, a move he described as a reflection of the deep connection local fans have with the English Premier League club.
On November 19, 2003, the opportunity finally came. Introduced from the bench against Somalia in a 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifier, the 17-year-old scored on his debut just minutes after coming on. The goal, scored three days before his 18th birthday, made him Ghana's youngest international goalscorer at the time.
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation's Sports Garage show on Saturday, the legendary Ghanaian striker reflected on the unforgettable night in Johannesburg, describing 2010 as both the greatest and most difficult year of his football career.
The WHO estimates that about one in every 127 people worldwide was living with autism in 2021. Signs of autism can appear in early childhood, although many people are not diagnosed until much later.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has withdrawn the FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal after UEFA and other confederations raised objections, including concerns about bringing outside investors into FIFA’s rights. The article also surveys names being discussed for the next FIFA presidential election.
The proposal, announced earlier this week, sought to establish a separate FIFA subsidiary that would manage the commercial and operational rights of the men's and women's World Cups. Private investors were expected to acquire a stake in the new entity, with FIFA insisting that the money raised would be reinvested into football development around the world.
Organisers say the events are intended to celebrate football while demonstrating how digital platforms are creating new opportunities for young people across Africa. They also hope the tour will strengthen Kenya's reputation as a growing centre for digital innovation and content creation. For Lyle, supporting emerging creators has become an important part of his work beyond football.
Team Kenya had a mixed night at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Stephen Ndangiri Kihu won silver in the men’s 10,000m race walk, while Georgia Hunter Bell took gold in the women’s 800m.
Kenya’s Harambee Starlets exited WAFCON after two defeats, scoring no goals and missing qualification to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup via the tournament. The article outlines the results, the group scenario, and suggested next steps for Kenyan women’s football.
The decision was reached unanimously by UEFA's 55 member associations during an emergency meeting on Thursday.
Faith Cherotich won the women’s 3000m steeplechase at Scotstoun Stadium and broke the Commonwealth Games record. Lilian Odira advanced from the 800m semi-finals, becoming the only Kenyan in the final.
Rain and a late-race surge reshaped the men’s 10,000m final in Glasgow, leaving Kenyan runners without medals despite strong runs and season-best performances.
Ferdinand Omanyala's title defence crumbled in Glasgow. A slow start left him sixth in 10.19 seconds.Babu also fell, finishing last. In Semi- Final one Meshack Babu finished last, leaving Kenya without a representative in the final.
Roberto Mancini is back in charge of Italy after FIGC’s coaching upheaval. Here’s what his return signals—and what readers will be watching as the Azzurri aim to recover on the world stage.
The 54-year-old, who inspired France to their first World Cup triumph as a player in 1998, said leading the national side is one of the greatest honours in football.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the President hailed gold medallist Edmund Serem, silver medallist Simon Kiprop Koech and bronze medallist Leonard Kipkemoi Bett for delivering Kenya's first gold medal of the Games and adding another chapter to the nation's rich athletics history.
Diana Wanza led for 23 of 25 laps, then faded on the final turn. Rose Davies surged late to win 10,000m gold at Scotstoun Stadium, with Wanza settling for silver.
Edmund Serem won gold in the men’s 3000m steeplechase as Kenya took 1-2-3 in Glasgow. Simon Koech claimed silver and Leonard Bett took bronze.
Competing at the SEC Armadillo on Sunday, the 20-year-old lifted a combined 260kg, comprising 115kg in the snatch and 145kg in the clean and jerk, to earn a place on the podium.