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  • Daystar Falcons’ Patrick Odongo Crowned Sports Personality of the Month

    Daystar Falcons’ Patrick Odongo Crowned Sports Personality of the Month

    [Photo courtesy of officialkru Instagram]

    Daystar Falcons winger Patrick Odongo has been named LG/ Sports Journalists Association of Kenya personality of the Month of September.

    The 21 year old Daystar University student dazzled as he emerged as the youngest and best player for Kenya 7s in the 2024 Olympics qualifiers.

    With 2 tries in the final against South Africa’s Blitzboks the Daystar Falcons Rugby player sealed Kenya’s place in the 2024 Olympics.

    Odongo showed true resilience playing through grief of having lost his dearest mother Sophia Atieno Ogak as confirmed by official Kenya Rugby Union Instagram.

    The explosive winger was awarded an LG Top Freezer Refrigerator, retailing at KES.115,000.

    Odongo beat Eliud Kipchoge who won the Berlin Marathon, Harambee Starlets goalkeeper Annedy Kundu and among other top personalities to be crowned sports personality of the month.

  • Kenya Set to Host CHAN 2024 in Addition to AFCON 2027

    Kenya Set to Host CHAN 2024 in Addition to AFCON 2027

    [Photo courtesy of CAF online]

    Kenya has been chosen to host the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in September 2024, alongside the previously announced hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

    The Executive Office of the President confirmed the news on October 10th through a Cabinet dispatch.

    It’s worth noting that Kenya had previously been selected to host the 2018 edition of CHAN but was later disqualified due to inadequate infrastructure that didn’t meet FIFA’s standards..

    Kenya is set to host several football tournaments, including the CECAFA Under-18 Championship and the AFCON Under-15 CECAFA Region Championship in November and December 2023.

    To enhance the country’s sports infrastructure for the upcoming AFCON 2027, the Cabinet has given the green light for various construction and renovation projects.

    These initiatives include the construction of the Talanta Sports Complex and substantial upgrades to Nyayo National Stadium, Moi International Sports Centre – Kasarani, and Kipchoge Keino Stadium.

    As part of this endeavor, Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba transferred the responsibility for these projects to the Ministry of Defence, leading to the temporary closure of the three stadiums.

  • Arsenal Tied Joint Top With North London Rivals Going Into the International Break

    Arsenal Tied Joint Top With North London Rivals Going Into the International Break

    [Photo courtesy of AFC]

    By Dennis Mungai

    Arsenal finally beat Manchester City on Sunday’s blockbuster match to end their 15 game losing streak against Guardiola’s men. Gabriel Martinelli scored the only goal in the 86th minute to condemn City to back to back losses for the first time since December 2018. The result sees Arsenal jump to 2nd place in the table, still unbeaten after eight matches. City drop to third on 18 points.

    In other Sunday matches, which all ended in draws, Salah scored twice for Liverpool in a 2-2 draw with Brighton. It took him to 13th place in the all time highest goal scorers’ list with 144 goals, level with Man U legend Robin Van Persie. At the London Stadium, West Ham also played out a 2-2 draw with Newcastle United. Alexander Isak scored twice for Newcastle but it was not enough to secure the three points. Pau Torres goal for Aston Villa helped his side snatch a point in an entertaining 1-all draw with Wolves. The home team had taken the lead through Hwang Hee Chan only for Villa to equalize two minutes later.

    On Saturday, super-sub Scott Mctominay spared the blushes for Manchester United by scoring twice in added time to help the Red Devils beat Brentford 2-1. United had fallen behind in the first half through Mathias Jensen’s goal and looked set for a fifth loss of the season. But Mctominay came off the bench to score two goals in two minutes to seal all three points. In other results, Crystal Palace played out a barren draw with Nottingham Forest. Spurs beat Luton 1-0 to end the weekend top of the table with 20 points to remain the only unbeaten team, together with Arsenal.

    Raheem Sterling starred for Chelsea as they thumped Burnley 4-1, while Everton also enjoyed a convincing 3-0 success at home to Bournemouth. Cole Palmer scored a penalty for his first goal for Chelsea. Nicolas Jackson also got his name on the scoresheet after coming back from suspension. Fulham beat Sheffield United 2-1 ,leaving them bottom of the table and still without a win this season.

     

  • Daystar Falcons Crowned Kings of Africa University 7s Champions

    Daystar Falcons Crowned Kings of Africa University 7s Champions

    [Photo courtesy of Uganda Rugby Instagram]

    Daystar Falcons were crowned champions of the 2023 King’s of Africa University 7s held at the Makerere University In Uganda on Sunday October 9.

    Falcons had a great run in the tournament winning in all of the four rounds they participated in to be crowned champions.

    The Daystarians opened the action against Makerere University who had the home advantage but Falcons proved too hot for the hosts to handle, blitzing them 31-05.

    Up next for Falcons was Kyambogo who suffered a similar fate to Makerere University, falling 34-05 to the on-fire Daystarians.

    Round 3 saw Falcons pitted against fellow Kenyan team, Kenyatta University. KU put up a spirited fight to push Falcons all the way but the Daystarians were not to be outdone as they narrowly edged the fellow Kenyans 14-10.

    The final Round saw Daystar pitted against yet another fellow Kenyan team in USIU. Falcons run riot against USIU easing past them in a 32-07 thrashing.

    That excellent run of games saw the Daystarians crowned champions of the 2023 King’s of Africa University 7s on foreign soil.

    Uganda Rugby Union President, Godwin Kayangwe was present at the tournament to hand Daystar Falcons the trophy.

  • Matokeo ya Ligi kuu ya Mabingwa Barani Ulaya

    Matokeo ya Ligi kuu ya Mabingwa Barani Ulaya

    Na Dennis Mungai

    Raundi ya pili za mechi za Ligi kuu barani Ulaya zilikamilika leo kukiwa na matokeo za kushangaza. Newcastle United, ambayo walirudi katika michuano hii baada ya miaka ishirini, waliwaadhibu Paris St Germain mabao manne kwa moja. Ulikua mshindi kubwa kabisa katika historia ya klabu hiyo katika michuano hii. Mechi zingine zilizochezwa siku ya Jumatano ni ikiwemo Borussia Dortmund kutoka sare tasa dhidi ya AC Milan. Barcelona walishinda Porto 1-0 nayo Lazio kuchapa Celtic 2-1.

    Foden, Alvarez na Jeremy Doku waliifungia Man City na kuhakikisha ushindi wa mabao matatu kwa moja dhidi ya RB Leipzig kabla ya kucheza na Arsenal siku ya Jumapili. Atletico na Shaktar walipata ushindi wa mabao 3-2 dhidi ya Feynoord na Antwerp mtawalia. Siku ya Jumanne mchezaji wa Arsenal Bukayo Saka alipata jeraha huku timu yake ikipigwa mabao mawili kwa moja na Lens.

    Masaibu ya Manchester United yaliendelea baada ya kupoteza mechi nyingine nyumbani Old Trafford. Rasmus Hojlund alifungia United mabao mawili lakini hayakutosha kuzuia kupigwa kwa timu yake 3-2 na Galatasaray. Wilfred Zaha, mchezaji wa kitambo wa United, alifungia Galatasaray huku Casemiro akionyeshwa kadi nyekundu sababu ya mchezo mbaya. Inter Milan ilishinda Benfica 1-0, nayo Bayern walipata ushindi wa karibu wa 2-1 dhidi ya Copenhagen. Mechi ya PSV na Sevilla ilitoka sare ya mabao mawili. Jude Bellingham alifungia tena Madrid na kuisaidia kuipiku Napoli ya Italia 3-2.

     

     

  • KENYA POLICE TO GO TO HAITI

    KENYA POLICE TO GO TO HAITI

    (Photo courtesy of Uzalendo News)

    By Joe Aura
    (Aurajoe6@gmail.com)

    The current state of law and order in Haiti is a matter of grave human interest. Violent gangs are
    reported have taken over much of the country, driving a surge in homicides, rapes, and
    kidnappings.
    The UN security council has voted to send a Kenyan-led multinational security force to Haiti to
    help its government combat violent gangs. The force is expected to be led by Kenyan police
    officers, who will be joined by officers from Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Antigua and Barbuda.
    The Kenyan police force is expected to face significant challenges in Haiti. The previous UN
    deployment was derailed by sexual misbehavior charges involving more than 100 UN personnel,
    including sexual assault of minors. This has been followed by subsequent complaints about the
    Kenyan Police Force coerce their citizens. Several of these incidents occurred during the
    Maandamano protest and when curfew hours were implemented during the Corona
    administration.

  • Historic Mashemeji Derby Scheduled For This Weekend

    Historic Mashemeji Derby Scheduled For This Weekend

      (Photo courtesy of The Star)

     

    By Arthur Watenda

     

    The Mashemeji derby, pitting AFC Leopards against Gor Mahia will be played this Saturday at the Kasarani stadium with bragging rights at stake as the FKF Premier League enters round six.

    In their most recent encounter, AFC Leopards ended a seven-year winless streak against Gor Mahia, securing a memorable win with Maxwell Otieno’s towering header from Eugene Mukangula’s corner. Victor Omune and Austin Odhiambo also contributed to the scoreline, resulting in a gripping contest that took place on May 14, 2023.

    This upcoming match marks the 97th face-off between these two teams, with Gor Mahia holding a superior head-to-head record, having claimed victory 33 times, while AFC Leopards triumphed 29 times, and 35 matches ended in draws.

    AFC Leopards enters the derby in a challenging position, having struggled in the early stages of the season, with no wins in their first five games.

    The Tom Juma’s charges have lost once and head into the derby on the back of a 1-1 draw against Shabana FC which was the fourth of the season.

    Goals have been hard to come by for Leopards, scoring only three while conceding four. The pressure is mounting on manager Tom Juma, who is at risk of facing the same fate as some other sacked coaches, with AFC Leopards sitting 15th in the league, just a point away from the relegation play-off spot.

    On the other hand, reigning champions Gor Mahia have experienced mixed results but remain unbeaten after five rounds of play. Currently, they sit in second place on the league table with nine points, trailing league leaders Posta Rangers by four points. Gor Mahia has won twice, drawn thrice, and scored eight goals while conceding four.

    Adding to the excitement, this Mashemeji derby will make history as the first match to be broadcast by Azam TV, the official broadcast partners of the league. The federation signed a 7-year deal with the Tanzanian broadcaster worth 145 million weeks ago and it will be the second time they will be airing the derby.

    Kick-off for the derby is scheduled for 4 pm.

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  • Daystar Falcons Narrowly edge Daystar City in Derby

    Daystar Falcons Narrowly edge Daystar City in Derby

    The two campuses of Daystar University faced off on October 1st, at Thika Grounds in a highly anticipated derby encounter.

    Daystar Falcons; Athi River’s team, got the best of Daystar City; Nairobi’s team after a great contest but questionable refereeing.

    Kimongi was the player on fire. He let loose a rocket from a rebounded shot late into the first half. He later on came close but was denied a brace. Kelly later got one back for the Nairobi team but it might have been a little too late.

    Both fans were visibly uncomfortable with several decisions made by the referee. The crowd voiced their frustrations but they fell on deaf ears. Despited the heated game there was sign of indiscipline and no red cards were awarded.

    Some key players that usually make a difference had to sit this one out as Daystar City new head coach made bold changes.

    The game ended 2-1, a triumphant win for Athi Rivers team and a deflating loss for Daystar City FC.

    Other than the scorching 1 pm sun and the lack of shade and adequate benches for the fans, it was an interesting derby encounter that delighted the fans.

     

  • East Africa Pamoja Bid Prevails

    East Africa Pamoja Bid Prevails

    [Photo courtesy of CAF online]

    Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have been granted the privilege to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a collaborative bid by East African nations.

    The joint effort, dubbed “The Pamoja bid,” competed against Egypt, Senegal, and Botswana.

    The announcement was made on September 27 by the President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe. Motsepe emphasized the importance of these three nations meeting specific requirements, including freedom of movement and infrastructure support as ealuation teams will assess their progress.

    In response to Kenya’s successful bid, the Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Ababu Namwamba, assigned the Nyayo National Stadium, Moi Sports Centre Kasarani, and Kipchoge Keino Stadium to the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) for renovation, with the aim of hosting the 2027 AFCON.

    The challenge now is to complete these four projects by 2025, as Kenya previously missed out on hosting opportunities due to stadium standards not meeting FIFA criteria in 1996 and 2018.

  • Premier League matchday 6 review

    Premier League matchday 6 review

     

    By Dennis Mungai

    Week 6 of the 2023/24 Premier League has come to a close after an enthralling weekend of goals and drama all round. The first match of the weekend saw Crystal Palace play out a barren draw with Fulham. Everton’s Dominic Calvert Lewin came off the bench on his return from injury to score as Everton beat Brentford 3-1 to get their first win of the season.

    Elsewhere Erling Haaland scored his eighth goal of the season as City maintained their unbeaten start to the season, beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 at the Etihad. Luton Town got their first point of the season in a 1- 1 draw with Wolves. Manchester United got back to winning ways as Bruno Fernandes scored the only goal in a 1-0 win for the Red Devils.

    On Sunday, the north-London derby began the fixtures as both teams looked to continue their unbeaten start to the season. An own goal from Cristian Romero and Bukayo Saka penalty put Arsenal ahead but Heung-Min Son scored twice to rescue a point for Postecoglou’s men. Chelsea suffered their third loss of the season under Pochettino, losing 1-0 to Aston Villa to extend their goalless streak to three games. Sub Kaoru Mitoma scored twice as Brighton beat Bournemouth 3-1.

    Liverpool made it 16 games unbeaten with a 3-1 win over West Ham. Goals from Salah, Jota and Nunez secured all three points for the Reds, taking them to second place in the league table. Newcastle United made history as the first team  to have eight different scorers in one match, ripping apart Sheffield United 8-0. Eddie Howe’s men were 4-0 up by half time before Almiron, Isak, Gordon and Guimaraes sealed the biggest away win in Newcastle’s history. That loss sees Sheffield drop behind Burnley into bottom place in the table.