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The World Cup curse,' Italy in tears after missing out for third straight time

Italy, a four-time world champion, has failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.


  1. Mvurya changes 2027 Afcon Local Organising Committee

    I want people who will work for Kenya, says Sports CS as he appoints team.

     Salim Mvurya
  2. PREMIUM Benni McCarthy’s boys: Minutes and matches

    Since taking charge, McCarthy is said to have clear favourites who always get the nod.

    Harambee Stars
  3. Stars marinate Grenada’s Spice Boys to end Series on a high

    Kenya led 2-0 at halftime, courtesy of goals from Odhiambo and Ogam in Kigali.

    Harambee Stars
  4. Stars set for 750th match in first meeting with Grenada

    Kenya play the Caribbean nation in the third-place play-off from 5pm at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda.

    Job Ochieng’
  5. PREMIUM Inside CAF’s tough rules for 2027 Afcon stadiums

    CAF requires the host nation to provide six stadiums, along with one reserve venue.

    Nyayo Stadium
  6. AFC Leopards breathe down Gor’s neck, Shabana back to winning ways

    AFC Leopards edge Kariobangi Sharks 1-0 in a Football Kenya Federation Premier League match in Nairobi.

    AFC Leopards
  7. PREMIUM 2027 Afcon: Motsepe backs East Africa, confirms Kenya visit

    CAF to make changes to its statutes to boost confidence in the continental football governing body.

  8. CAF general-secretary quits amid turbulent times for African football

    Veron Mossengo-Omba resigned on Sunday after repeated calls for his removal.

    Veron Mossengo-Omba
  9. Motsepe: 2027 Afcon to take place in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania

    At the same time, the CAF boss said Afcon will be expanded to 28 teams from 24.

  10. PREMIUM Osok: I was clean, I am clean and ready to play

    Former Kenya U-23 international is shopping for a club after serving a four-year doping ban.

    Teddy Osok
  11. PREMIUM Caf raises red flag on Kenya’s 2027 Afcon prep

    Report shows that none of the proposed venues in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania meets the required standards.

    Talanta Stadium
  12. Points-hungry Leopards prey on Sharks as they resume title hunt

    A win for Leopards will see them move to within four points of leaders Gor Mahia.

  13. PREMIUM Why 2026 Fifa World Cup is already out of reach for African fans

    This World Cup risks becoming the most inaccessible tournament in modern memory.

    Morocco fans
  14. Ghana soccer players' rolex watches stolen from Vienna hotel

    Vienna police confirmed that the stolen Rolex watches are valued at a 'low to mid five-figure sum in euros.' marking

    Rolex
  15. Heartbreak for Kenya as Odada skies his shot in penalties loss to Estonia

    Harambee Stars suffer penalty shootout loss in Fifa Series match.

    Harambee Stars
  16. PREMIUM What it takes for foreign players with Kenyan roots to change allegiance

    FKF intensifies efforts to increase pool of players of foreign descent who can play for Kenya.

    Clarke Oduor
  17. PREMIUM Harambee Stars coach McCarthy to use friendly with Estonia to build team

    Kenya seeks to rewrite history against Estonia in Kigali.

    Benni McCarthy
  18. Sharks midfield prodigy Aroko aims for the skies

    The freshly minted Player of the Month declares his best game is yet to come.

    Kariobangi Sharks talented midfielder Humphrey Aroko
  19. Kenya faces Estonia for first time as international milestone looms

    Tiny northern Europe nation will be Harambee Stars' 74th different opponent, and 749th fixture.

    Harambee Stars
  20. Senegal take Africa Cup of Nations title fight to CAS

    Senegal were ruled to have forfeited the game in Rabat on January 18 because they walked off the pitch.

    Senegal
  21. Humphrey Katasi: The safest pair of hands in FKF Premier League

    He has kept a league-leading 11 clean sheets in 20 appearances, out of the 25 matches AFC Leopards have played.

    Humprey Katasi
  22. PREMIUM Government to overhaul 2027 Africa Cup of Nations LOC

    The State to appoint new LOC members from the private sector.

    Salim Mvurya
  23. Liverpool's Salah to end glittering Anfield career

    The Egyptian forward confirmed his departure in an emotional video on his social media accounts on Tuesday.

  24. Kenya to host women’s group of 2026 Fifa Series

    Harambee Starlets to play against Australia, India and Malawi in Fifa tournament.

    Harambee Starlets
  25. League title race too early to call, says Gor coach Akonnor

    He says the team cannot afford to rest on their laurels yet.

    Charles Akonnor
  26. PREMIUM McCarthy: I want Kenya to play ‘total football’ just like kids

    McCarthy is shifting his focus from 'experimental' squads to a 'total football' approach.

    Benni McCarthy
  27. PREMIUM Sh14.47bn budget deficit crippling Afcon prep

    Refurbishment works at the sports venues have stalled.

    Elijah Mwangi,
  28. Man City cut Arsenal down to size with League Cup final win

    Premier League leaders Arsenal arrived as favourites to win their first trophy since 2020.

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  29. When the final whistle isn’t final: Ref said play on, the boardroom said stop

    Afcon trophy sits in limbo, waiting for judgment that could shape the soul of African football.

    Senegal