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World Cup 2026: USA have a problem with my country Somalia – ‘Heartbroken’ Omar Artan
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has attributed the decision that ended his 2026 FIFA World Cup dream to problems between...
World Cup 2026: England defender Djed Spence to play with protective mask
England defender Djed Spence will head into the World Cup carrying a visible reminder of a recent setback, after confirming...
Divock Origi announces retirement from football
After 371 senior appearances, 70 goals and spells across five clubs, Divock Origi has announced his retirement from professional football...
Kenyan league: Fred Ambani blames AFC Leopards’ blunt attack for title heartbreak
AFC Leopards’ failure to turn dominance into goals proved decisive in the SportPesa Premier League title race, with head coach...
Barcelona’s Kenya pre-season plans thrown into doubt by Ebola concerns
Barcelona’s pre-season programme has been hit by uncertainty after growing health concerns placed a proposed high-profile friendly against Liverpool in...
William Ruto and Yoweri Museveni trade words over Arsenal celebrations in Africa football debate
President William Ruto has responded with humour and diplomatic ease to remarks by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni questioning the enthusiasm...
Uganda positions AFCON 2027 as landmark moment for tourism and investment
Uganda is positioning itself for what could become its most significant international tourism showcase in decades as preparations intensify for...
Kariobangi Sharks face relegation after Ulinzi escape, but legal lifeline remains
Kariobangi Sharks’ nine-year stay in the Kenyan top flight appears to have come to an end after a dramatic final-day...
Indy Eleven midfielder Noble Okello earns Uganda call-up for Morocco friendlies
Uganda’s long-term planning for continental competition has taken another step forward with the inclusion of Indy Eleven midfielder Noble Okello...
U17 World Cup play-off: Laryea Kingston says Uganda stuck to game plan in tense win over Ghana
Uganda U-17 head coach Laryea Kingston has hailed the resilience of his squad after the Cub secured qualification for the...
‘We are sad’ – Nuno Espirito Santo apologises after West Ham suffer Premier League relegation
Nuno Espírito Santo apologised to West Ham supporters after the club’s relegation from the Premier League was confirmed on the...
Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak headline Liverpool absentees for Brentford finale
Liverpool will head into their final Premier League game of the season against Brentford without several key players, with Hugo...
Uganda line up Tanzania and Madagascar friendlies ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifiers
Federation of Uganda Football Associations has confirmed two international friendlies for the Uganda national team during the June FIFA window...
Venue controversy ends as Gor Mahia close in on record 22nd league crown
The Football Kenya Federation has brought an end to the uncertainty surrounding Gor Mahia’s potential title-clinching fixture against Mara Sugar...
Tottenham rocked as Djed Spence suffers broken jaw in Chelsea defeat controversy
Tottenham Hotspur’s 2-1 Premier League defeat to Chelsea on Tuesday night was overshadowed by serious injury concerns after Djed Spence...
Benni McCarthy hands five new faces chance in Kenya squad for June friendlies
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy has injected fresh energy into his Harambee Stars setup, naming five uncapped players in his...
Kenya coach Benni McCarthy to face South Africa in AFCON 2027 qualifying showdown
Kenya coach Benni McCarthy will come up against South Africa in a headline reunion after the draw for the 2027...
Max Gradel says ‘why always us?’ as Cote d’Ivoire face Ghana again in AFCON 2027 qualifiers
CAF Ambassador and Ivorian football legend Max Gradel has expressed a mix of weariness and confidence following the AFCON 2027...
AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Essam El Hadary highlights Ghana-Cote d’Ivoire group as toughest
Legendary Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary has labeled Group C as the “most difficult” section of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers...