A meeting of Premier League high fliers is in the offing at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday as Arsenal welcome in-form Aston Villa. Premier League title contenders Arsenal and an in-form Aston Villa are set to clash for the second time in just four weeks, with three crucial points on the line at the Emirates…
The five-time Berlin Marathon champion has raised serious concerns about challenges facing athletes, highlighting issues that need urgent attention. Marathon icon Eliud Kipchoge has voiced serious concerns over the significant pay disparity affecting young athletes, warning that it leaves them vulnerable to exploitation. The Kenyan superstar’s comments came as he announced his participation in the…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi speaking during an interview with The Standard team. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] National Assembly Constitutional Oversight and Implementation Committee Chairperson Caroli Omondi has said that the 2027 general election will be held on the appointed day, contrary to the suggestion by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi that a referendum must be…
The Kenyan-born midfielder has opened up about his decision to represent Zimbabwe over Kenya, sharing his thoughts for the first time. Among the standout players for Zimbabwe in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign is Jonah Fabisch. The lanky, intelligent midfielder has turned heads with his industrious performances for the Warriors in their…
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga failed to find the target for the third straight game as his club Al Arabi conceded a disappointing late equaliser. Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga saw his goal drought extend to one month as his side Al Arabi dropped more points in the Qatar Stars League on Sunday. Olunga started…
Paul Pogba honoured Cristiano Ronaldo while accepting an award, praising the Portuguese star as a lasting inspiration during an emotional moment on stage. While accepting the Comeback of the Year award at the Globe Soccer Awards, French midfielder Paul Pogba took a moment to praise his former Manchester United teammate, Cristiano Ronaldo, calling him an…
Josh Mcerlean Navigated by Eoin Treacy in action during WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2025 at Hells Gate in Naivasha on March 23, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] For the first time since the return of the Safari Rally to the World Rally Championship (WRC) calendar, spectators will get to watch the event shakedown during the 2026…
AFCON 2025 Timetable Day 8 sees Bafana Bafana, Morocco and Egypt headline decisive Group A and B clashes as teams battle for knockout qualification. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has reached a fever pitch as the group stages enter their final round. After a well-deserved rest day on Christmas followed by…
Kenya’s Malkia Strikers during 2025 FIVB World Championship campaign.Nairobi City Guide. [Courtesy FIVB] From Junior Malkia Strikers conquering the continent to bag the Under-20 trophy to Malkia Strikers’ notable show at the World Championship, 2025 was indeed a year of grit, glory and growth for Kenyan women. The women who have over the year’s…
Cameroon defender Nouhou (L) fights for the ball with Ivory Coast’s forward Amad Diallo during the Africa Cup of Nations Group F match Marrakesh Stadium in Marrakesh on December 28, 2025. [Khaled DESOUKI / AFP] Manchester United winger Amad Diallo was again on the scoresheet as defending champions Ivory Coast were held to a 1-1…
Algeria forward Riyad Mahrez shoots and scores his team’s first goal from the penalty spot during the Africa Cup of Nations Group E vs Burkino Faso at the Prince Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat on December 28, 2025. [Paul ELLIS / AFP] Algeria have booked their place in the Africa…
Sudan’s Mohamed Eisa is the TotalEnergies Man of the Match award after beating Equatorial Guinea 1-0 in Casablanca on Decembefr 28, 2025 [Caf] Sudan took a significant step towards the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) knockout stage after edging Equatorial Guinea 1-0 in Casablanca on Sunday, thanks to a slice of late fortune. The decisive…
Mozambique’s midfielder Geny Catamo celebrates his goal during the Africa Cup of Nations Group F match vs Mozambique at Grand Stadium in Agadir on December 28, 2025. [ [FRANCK FIFE / AFP] Mozambique finally celebrated a long-awaited Africa Cup of Nations victory by edging Gabon 3-2 in an entertaining Group F clash in Agadir, ending…
Sudan stunned Equatorial Guinea to win their first match at AFCON 2025 as they revived their hopes of making the last 16 for the first time since 1970. Sudan secured a stunning 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea, boosting their chances of reaching the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stages for only the second time since…
Legendary Jamaican sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has shared why her retirement has left her in a state of grieving as she continues to internalize her new normal. Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce feels her retirement from track is akin to a sudden loss of a loved one which needs time to grieve. Fraser-Pryce ended her illustrious…