- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 3 – NBA Nigeria is hosting the third edition of “NBA Meets Art,” a curated installation celebrating basketball through the lens of Nigerian art and culture as part of West Africa’s premier art fair Art X Lagos, which is underway at The Federal Palace in Lagos, Nigeria until…
- MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, November 3 – Moises Caicedo’s crisp volley gave Chelsea a deserved point against Manchester United at Old Trafford. United’s interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, in charge while the Red Devils await the arrival of newly-appointed Ruben Amorim, looked on course for a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 3 – Mohammed Bajaber struck early in the first half as Nairobi City Stars beat Shabana by a solitary goal in a Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League match at the Gusii Stadium on Sunday evening. The forward latched on to a cross from City Stars’ half by skipper…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 3 – Kenya’s Evans Chebet and Albert Korir claimed two of the three podium places at the New York Marathon in a thrilling men’s race on Sunday. Chebet, the 2022 champion, clocked 02:07:45 to finish second as Korir — the 2021 champion — came third in 02:08:00. Belgian Abdi…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 3 – Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui held off a stiff challenge from fellow countrywoman, Hellen Obiri, to win the New York Marathon on Sunday — her first-ever World Marathon Majors triumph. Chepkirui clocked 2:24:35, ahead of immediate former defending champion Obiri, who ran 2:24…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 3 – Kenya’s Kamar Etiang is hoping for a change of fortunes in the coming season even as he plans to double in the men’s 1500m and 5000m. Etiang has been struggling with an injury curse in the past season but says he is now fit as never before. “I have been […]
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- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2 – Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League champions Gor Mahia played out a thrilling 2-2 draw with Murang’a SEAL at the Kenyatta Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Shariff Musa’s delightful solo drive into the box put K’Ogalo in the driving seat in the 16th minute to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2 – Robert Kiprop won the senior men’s 10km at the third leg of the Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series in Iten on Saturday. Kiprop clocked 30:38.7 to take the crown, ahead of Asbel Kiprono — winner of the first leg of the series in Machakos — who timed 30:47.7. In third…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, Nov 2 – Alexander Isak scored the only goal as Arsenal dropped points in the Premier League against Newcastle at St James’ Park. The Swede’s 12th-minute header came after the Gunners failed to clear their lines and Anthony Gordon sent a sumptuous ball into the area. Arsenal…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2 – The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) have come out to address reports that the national men’s rugby 7s team campaign in the World Rugby Series is in jeopardy due to a contract dispute. KRU CEO Thomas Odundo says contracts have been issued to the players and the union continues…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 2 – The Kenyan government, through the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, has strengthened its partnership with the City of Miramas, France, to enhance athletic training and expand sports development initiatives. In remarks delivered on behalf of CS…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2 – National women’s rugby 7s coach Dennis Mwanja says the girls are hungry for success at the upcoming Africa Cup in Ghana as they set their long-term sights on qualifying for the World Rugby Series via the Challenger. Mwanja says they have recovered from the heartbreak of…
- CAIRO, Egypt, Nov 2 – Dr. Yahya Abdelkader has been elected as President of the African Darts Federation until 2026, following elections held during the darts championships organized by the Egyptian Darts Federation in Sharm El Sheikh, from October 29 to November 4, 2024. Also, Tunisian delegate…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 2 – Equity Hawks defeated Vijana Queens 92-46 in the WBLA 2024 Zone Five Qualifiers at Zanzibar’s Amaan Indoor Stadium, securing a victory in the 5th-8th place bracket. After a strong group stage showing, where they sailed over Fox Divas (Tanzania) and Gladiators (Burundi) but…
- TWENTE, The Netherlands, November 1 – Uefa has ordered Twente to partially close their stadium during their next European fixture following racist behaviour by supporters. Lazio winger Loum Tchaouna suffered racist abuse from Twente fans during his side’s Europa League encounter in the Netherlands…
- VALENCIA, Spain, November 1 – The Valencia MotoGP has been cancelled following the devastating flash floods in Spain. The season finale was scheduled to be held at Valencia’s Ricardo Tormo circuit from 15 November. At least 202 people have died in the Valencia region after torrential rains. “In…
- TWICKENHAM, United Kingdom, November 1 – Ellis Genge says England are planning a respectful response to New Zealand’s haka after prop Joe Marler’s controversial call for the pre-match ritual to be scrapped. Marler, 34, has since apologised for calling the haka “ridiculous” in a post on X on Tuesday…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, November 1 – Former Manchester United and Trinidad and Tobago striker Dwight Yorke has been appointed head coach of his home country. Yorke, 52, won 72 caps for Trinidad and Tobago between 1989 and 2009, scoring 19 goals, and captained them at the 2006 World Cup. He…
- SAO PAULO, Brazil, November 1 – Championship leader Max Verstappen will have a five-place grid penalty at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. The Dutchman’s Red Bull team have fitted a new internal combustion engine, and Verstappen had already exceeded his allocation for the year. The penalty means the…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, November 1 – Manchester United have appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. The 39-year-old Portuguese, who will move to Old Trafford from Lisbon club Sporting on 11 November, has signed a contract until June 2027. Former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy, who took…
- LOS ANGELES, USA, Nov 1 – Victor Wembanyama further enhanced his reputation by sealing a rare 5×5 to help the San Antonio Spurs defeat the Utah Jazz 106-88. Wembanyama scored 25 points with nine rebounds, seven assists, five blocks and five steals. It is the second time he has accomplished the 5×5…
- MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, Oct 31 – Manager Ruben Amorim says there will be “clarification” over his expected move to Manchester United after Sporting’s game against Estrela on Friday. He is expected to remain in charge at Portuguese side Sporting until the next international break from 11-19…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 31 – World Under 20 champion for the men’s 5000 metres, Andrew Alamisi, is looking forward to facing the best athletes at Saturday’s Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series in Iten Alamisi is confident the stiff competition he will face at the third leg of the annual series…
- LOS ANGELES, USA, Oct 31 – Bronny James scored his first NBA basket for the Los Angeles Lakers in a 134-110 defeat by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Evan Mobley grabbed 25 points and Donovan Mitchell added 24 as the Cavaliers made it five straight wins to record their best start to a season since 2016-17…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 31 – Get the most out of Halloween without a festive costume and Jack-o’-lantern. Take part in the 1xBootournament and win cash prizes in your favorite slots. The 280 most active participants will receive generous rewards. 1xBet changes the game’s rules and offers its answer to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 30 – Ten years into her track career, Women’s 3000m Steeplechase World Record Holder Beatrice Chepkoech looks back at what has been a golden chance well utilized by the once little girl, who used to run to and fro school across the large tea plantations deep in the heart of…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 30 – Harambee Starlets wound up their Pink Ladies Cup campaign with a 4-1 thrashing of the Philippines on Wednesday evening at the Emirhan Stadium in Antalya, Turkey. Elizabeth Mutukiza put them in front after only seven minutes, blasting the ball onto the roof of the net…
- MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, October 30 – Manchester City striker Vivianne Miedema has had surgery on her left knee. The 28-year-old Netherlands international has not played since the Champions League victory against Barcelona on 9 October. City have not revealed the extent of Miedema’s injury or…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 30 – Double World Cup-winning South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus says he wouldn’t coach another international side in the future as he wouldn’t have the same emotional connection with a different country. Erasmus, 51, has established himself as one of the all-time…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 30 – Mathare United have suspended their skipper Ellie Asieche, Kevin Kimani, Eric Mulu and goalkeeper Brian Ouru for two weeks without pay for playing in an unsanctioned match/tournament. In a statement, the club said the quartet broke several clauses in their contract for…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 30 – England prop Joe Marler has been criticised after posting that the haka “needs binning” before Saturday’s match against New Zealand. Marler, 34, will not feature in the Autumn Nations Series opener at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium, but has recovered from a broken…
- MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, October 30 – Manchester United can be “unstoppable” but it will take time and hard work, says interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. The former United and Netherlands striker will take charge for the first time when Leicester City visit Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup last…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 30 – Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has been accused of acting like Wacky Races villain Dick Dastardly by former world champion Damon Hill. Verstappen was handed a combined 20-second penalty for two separate incidents involving title rival Lando Norris during Sunday’s…
- MADRID, Spain, October 30 – Valencia’s Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela has been postponed after the devastating flash floods in Spain. At least 62 people have died after torrential rain in the country, with the town of Chiva, near Valencia, receiving more than a year’s worth of rain in…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 30 – Kenyans have been encouraged to register in their thousands for the World Aids Day Half Marathon, set for December 1. National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) CEO Ruth Masha says the race provides a great platform to heighten the war against HIV and AIDS…
- LISBON, Portugal, October 30 – Sporting boss Ruben Amorim says he has not yet made a decision about his future after Manchester United expressed an interest in appointing him manager. Sporting confirmed earlier on Tuesday that United had made an approach and are willing to pay Amorim’s 10m euros (£…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Journalists and politicians in Brazil have criticised Rodri being voted the winner of the Ballon d’Or ahead of Vinicius Junior. Brazil forward Vinicius, 24, was Real Madrid’s top scorer last season as the Spanish giants won the Champions League and La Liga.…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Premier League managers have backed Erik ten Hag to “come back stronger” after he was sacked by Manchester United on Monday. The Dutchman, 54, was dismissed by the Old Trafford hierarchy following Sunday’s 2-1 defeat at West Ham, which left the club 14th in the…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Manchester United are interested in appointing Sporting boss Ruben Amorim as their new manager and are willing to pay his 10m euros (£8.3m) release clause, the Portuguese club say. The Red Devils need a new manager after sacking Erik ten Hag on Monday. “…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 29 – The Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) have appealed to potential sponsors to come and support them ahead of a busy season. Federation president Charles Nyaberi said they have a number of lucrative teams and tournaments that can provide corporates with a rich return on…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Nick Kyrgios says the physical anguish Andy Murray put himself through to prolong his tennis career was “not worth it” and that he deserved to retire “more gracefully”. The Scot, a three-time Grand Slam winner, retired in August following a straight-set defeat…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will lead a Fifa taskforce on player welfare amid concerns about the football calendar. Earlier this month, the top European leagues and players’ union Fifpro filed a legal complaint against Fifa to the European Commission…
- LIVERPOOL, United Kingdom, October 29 – Liverpool forward Diogo Jota will be out until after the November international break with a rib injury, manager Arne Slot has confirmed. The Portugal striker was taken off during Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Chelsea on 20 October after a collision with defender…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 29 – Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat says he will make changes to the squad that travels to Kampala to face off with South Sudan in the return leg of their 2025 Africa Nations Championship qualifier this Sunday. The tactician says he wants to use the match to give an…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 29 – National men’s basketball league champions Nairobi City Thunder have bulked up their squad ahead of the Elite 16 round of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) with the addition of two international stars to their roster. Thunder have signed Niger shooting guard Abdoulaye…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 29 – National women’s basketball league champions Equity Hawks bounced back from their disappointing loss to Rwanda’s Energy Group (REG) on Monday to smack home girls Fox Divas by a 39-point margin in an 87-48 victory in their third match of the Africa Zone Five Championships in…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 29 – Kenyan sprinter Zablon Ekwam believes he is now a more mature athlete after making his Olympics debut at the summer games in Paris. Ekwam says the experience has opened his eyes to what it takes to compete and succeed at the highest level. “Paris provided me with a…
- LONDON, United Kingdom, October 29 – Ruben Amorim learned how to become a football manager during an internship under Jose Mourinho at Manchester United – six years on he is being talked about as the club’s potential new manager. The 39-year-old Portuguese has been coveted by a number of clubs…
- NAPLES , Italy, October 29 – Kissing the badge with hungry delight, Scott McTominay went to celebrate with the fans, fist pumping the air in delight at having helped Napoli smash Palermo 5-0 in the Coppa Italia. “I can’t talk enough about the fans, the people, the city and the welcome that my team-…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 29 – Athletics Kenya (AK) head coach Julius Kirwa has urged sprinters to participate in the ongoing Cross Country Series in readiness for the track and field season. Kirwa believes that the competition can improve sprinters’ endurance ahead of a taxing track and field season…
