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Tusker Malt backs Kenya-Nigeria polo showdown as title sponsor of Simon Kuseyo Tournament

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 – Nairobi’s social and sporting calendar is set for an exciting weekend as international polo returns to Jamhuri Park for the annual Simon Kuseyo Tournament, with Tusker Malt returning as title sponsor. The highlight of this year’s tournament will be an international showdown between visiting players from Nigeria and their Kenyan counterparts at the Nairobi Polo Club. Named in honour of the late Kenyan polo legend Simon Kuseyo, the tournament combines...

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Junior Lionesses set for red carpet reception in Nairobi after making history at Dakar Olympics

NAIROBI, Kenya, November 4, 2026 – The national junior women’s rugby 7s team will return to the country on Friday morning after winning gold at the ongoing Dakar Youth Olympics. The Rising Lionesses are due a red carpet reception at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) before a reception by the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) and the Ministry of Sports. Knight Otuoma’s charges wrote their names in history books on Tuesday night, becoming the first ever team sport from...

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A new dawn? Kenya launch ambitious strategy to revolutionise women’s football

NAIROBI, Kenya, November 4, 2026 – The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has officially launched its Women’s Football Strategy (2026–2029), rolling out a transformative four-year roadmap designed to fix leaky talent pipelines, commercialize domestic leagues, and expand grassroots access across every county. Speaking at the launch event held at the Weston Hotel in Nairobi, FKF Women’s Football Administrative Manager and Head of the Women’s Desk, Neddy Atieno,...

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Atherton: Lancashire did not handle Anderson release badly

Where could James Anderson end up next after release from boyhood club Lancashire? Sky Sports Cricket pundit Michael Atherton does not believe Old Trafford county handled Andersons exit badly, saying director of cricket Paul Farbrace did not hide behind the decisionPlease use Chrome browser for a more accessible video playerMichael Atherton sees no issue with Lancashire's handling of James Anderson's release from the county - but would have been tempted to hand the veteran seam...

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Real Madrid reach verbal agreement to sign Gabriel

MADRID, Spain, November 4, 2026 – Real Madrid are confident of winning the race to sign Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel after reaching a verbal agreement with the teenager. The 16-year-old is registered at United, but has not been back to the club since walking out in September. Gabriel, who played against Atletico Madrid on United’s pre-season tour, had been expected to become the club’s youngest debutant in September’s Carabao Cup tie against Brighton. However,...

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Casey, Jansen and Timoney start against Argentina

Nick Timoney, Craig Casey and Sean Jansen will start for Ireland against Argentina in the Nations Championship on Friday night with Jamison Gibson-Park and Josh van der Flier on the bench at the Aviva Stadium.Ireland resume their Nations Championship campaign against Argentina in Dublin on Friday nightWith captain Caelan Doris and two-tour British and Irish Lion Jack Conan missing through injury, Connacht's Jansen always seemed the most likely to fill in at number eight for head coach...

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Go for gold or go home? Lionesses sharpen claws in readiness for Africa 7s glory hunt

NAIROBI, Kenya, November 4, 2026 – National women’s rugby 7s team head coach Simon Odongo is adamant their ultimate objective is to win this weekend’s Africa Championships at the RFUEA Grounds. The gaffer said their eyes are firmly set on the gold medal as they come up against 11 other teams who are also vying for glory at the two-day tournament. “We want to start well this time unlike last year. Our objective is to win gold this weekend. It is not about beating South...

By 2026-11-04 13:36:30 0

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Keeper Owono ‘would never intentionally hurt anyone’

MADRID, Spain, November 4, 2026 – Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono “would never intentionally hurt anyone” and has been “deeply affected” by the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, his team-mate said on Wednesday. Tenerife player De Miguel, 30, died after suffering a serious injury in a collision with Owono during a Spanish second-division match on Monday. The world of football has paid tribute to De Miguel, a father-of-one who joined Tenerife in summer...

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Bankers bankrupted in midfield as experienced talisman set for lengthy injury layoff

NAIROBI, Kenya, November 4, 2026 – KCB FC midfielder Humphrey Mieno is set for a long spell on the sidelines after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. In a statement, the bankers confirmed the veteran’s long layoff, attributing it to their last match against FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia. “Captain Hemphrey (sic) Mieno is set for a long layoff as a scan revealed that the midfielder suffered a complete tear of his right anterior cruciate ligament...

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Could Hyrox's Olympic ambition spell the end for triathlon?

BBC Sport speaks to several triathletes about what World Triathlon's Hyrox partnership means for the future of the sport."Our biggest concern is that they're not just here to take part, they're here to take over."British triathlete Max Stapley first saw the news on Instagram. Last week, World Triathlon announced it was partnering with Hyrox - the fitness craze which combines running with exercise stations.The agreement means Hyrox becomes a recognised discipline...

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West Ham confirm Parker as boss

West Ham confirm the appointment of former midfielder Scott Parker as their head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal.Scott Parker will once again be in the dugout at the London Stadium, after his Burnley side were beaten 3-2 there last NovemberThe 46-year-old replaces Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked on Tuesday after the club's disappointing start to the Championship season.Parker previously led Fulham, Bournemouth and Burnley to promotion from the Championship, but has been out of...

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Man Utd latest: Pick your team to face Aston Villa

Man Utd transfer news, rumours and gossip: Live updates and latest on deals, signings, loans and contractsSorry, this blog is currently unavailable. Please try again later.Source: Sky Sports

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Ferguson's first game as Glentoran boss postponed

Duncan Ferguson's first game as Glentoran manager against Ballymena United is off because of...

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Kenya, UK target early 2027 deadline for new BATUK defence agreement as Agnes Wanjiru case looms

Kenya and UK targeting early 2027 to present a revised BATUK defence deal to Parliament, amid...

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Sifuna chants fill the air as Nairobi Senator addresses crowd at Raila's anniversary in Bondo

Chants of “Sifuna! Sifuna!” filled Migwena Cultural Grounds in Bondo, Siaya County,...

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Rironi-Mau Summit Road: Sifuna accuses Ruto of hiding project contracts, promises public disclosure

Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi Movement Party leader Edwin Sifuna has accused President...

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Should Bruno Fernandes be dropped from Man Utd starting lineup?

MANCHESTER, England, October 23, 2026 – Michael Carrick is never short of advice around how...

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