Tribunal Orders FKF AGM After Declaring Key Committees Illegal
The Sports Disputes Tribunal has directed the Football Kenya Federation to convene an Annual General Meeting within 60 days after ruling that its Disciplinary and Appeals committees are not legally constituted, a decision that also overturns the earlier ruling on the abandoned Gor Mahia and Nairobi United match.
CAF Postpones 2026 Women AFCON to July
The Confederation of African Football has officially postponed the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations, moving the tournament to July and August as preparations continue for the continental showpiece in Morocco.
Late Assifuah Strike Rescues Gor Mahia Against Posta Rangers
Gor Mahia needed a dramatic late equaliser from Ebenezer Assifuah to salvage a 1-1 draw against a resilient Posta Rangers in an entertaining FKF Premier League clash at Nyayo National Stadium.
Osula Wondergoal Stuns United as 10-Man Newcastle Win It Late
Down to 10 men for an entire half, Newcastle United still found a way to beat Manchester United 2-1 at St. James’ Park. Anthony Gordon’s penalty and a Casemiro header set up a frantic finish, before William Osula produced a 90th-minute screamer to end Michael Carrick’s unbeaten run.
Saka’s Deflected Strike Sends Arsenal Seven Clear
Bukayo Saka marked his 300th Arsenal appearance with the only goal as the Gunners ground out a huge 1-0 win away to Brighton. Arsenal soaked up long spells of pressure, stayed compact, and took full advantage as Manchester City dropped points elsewhere.
Forest Stun City Twice as Etihad Thriller Ends Level
Manchester City dropped more points in the title race after being held 2-2 by a fearless Nottingham Forest at the Etihad. Antoine Semenyo and Rodri scored for City, but Morgan Gibbs-White’s backheel and Elliot Anderson’s late rocket earned Forest a huge draw in their survival fight.
De Frutos Double Powers Rayo Past Oviedo in Vallecas Rout
Jorge de Frutos struck twice as Rayo Vallecano dismantled Real Oviedo 3-0 at Estadio de Vallecas. A first-half opener, an early second-half penalty, and Alvaro Garcia’s clinical finish sealed a comfortable LaLiga win for the hosts.
Joao Pedro Punishes Villa as Chelsea Storm Into Top Five
Aston Villa scored inside two minutes, but Chelsea responded with ruthless quality. Joao Pedro hit a clinical hat-trick and played a role in Cole Palmer’s strike as the Blues dismantled Villa 4-1 at Villa Park to climb into the Premier League’s top five.
Maguire Conviction Upheld in Greece
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has had his assault and attempted bribery conviction upheld by a Greek appeals court, nearly six years after the incident in Mykonos that led to his arrest.
Brave Barca Win, But Atletico Hold On to Reach Copa Final
Barcelona battered Atletico Madrid 3-0 at Spotify Camp Nou, but it still was not enough. Diego Simeone’s side survived a siege to progress 4-3 on aggregate, punishing Barca for the damage done in the first leg.