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Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama returned to St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday, 28 March 2026, as he played for Southampton Legends against Manchester United Legends.
A new report by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has raised serious concerns about Uganda’s readiness to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
In a stunning and unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through African football, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and declared hosts Morocco the champions following a controversial appeal ruling issued on March 17, 2026.
In a dramatic and unprecedented ruling issued on Tuesday evening, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has declared Morocco the winners of the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations. The CAF Appeal Board upheld an appeal from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), overturning Senegal’s 1-0 victory in the final played on January 18 in Rabat.
Manchester United delivered a decisive performance at Old Trafford on March 15, 2026, defeating Aston Villa 3-1 in a crucial Premier League encounter that significantly advanced their quest for a top-four finish.
In a dramatic and punishing edition of the Safari Rally Kenya, Toyota Gazoo Racing driver Takamoto Katsuta secured his first-ever FIA World Rally Championship win on March 15, 2026.
In a heartwarming moment that captured the attention of football fans worldwide, Cristiano Ronaldo gifted Sadio Mané the keys to a brand-new Mercedes, proving that true legends uplift rather than compete.
Erling Haaland has indicated he is seriously considering a potential transfer to Real Madrid during the upcoming summer window, with the Norwegian striker reportedly eager to join the Spanish giants should a concrete opportunity emerge.
Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain delivered a commanding performance against Chelsea at the Parc des Princes, securing a convincing 5-2 victory in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 tie.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is reportedly considering a high-profile move to Arsenal on a free transfer when his contract at Old Trafford expires this summer.
Iran's Minister of Sport and Youth, Ahmad Donyamali, announced on state television that the national football team will not participate in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
In a commanding performance that defied expectations, 45-year-old Kenyan runner Priscah Cherono claimed victory at the 41st ASICS Los Angeles Marathon on March 8, 2026.
On March 8, 2026, Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo made history once again by shattering the men's half marathon world record at the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon in Portugal.
Turkish football coach Engin Fırat has died at the age of 56 after suffering a sudden heart attack. The incident occurred at Istanbul Airport in Turkey, where he collapsed shortly after arriving from Beirut.
Lionel Messi edged closer to a historic milestone by scoring his 899th career goal, helping Inter Miami secure a 2-1 victory over DC United in their MLS regular season encounter.
The Kenyan athletics community is reeling from the sudden and tragic death of athlete Nickson Rotich, who collapsed and died during a routine morning training run in Iten, the renowned high-altitude training hub in Elgeyo-Marakwet County.
The Kenyan government has restarted work on the long-delayed Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, a 15,000-seater multi-purpose facility named after legendary athlete and Olympic champion Kipchoge Keino.
Kenya's national men's rugby sevens team, Shujaa, kicked off their HSBC SVNS Division 2 campaign in style on Saturday, February 14, 2026, securing a convincing 29-12 win against Canada in the opening match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.
