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Topic: Football

Kylian and Neymar top South America football naming boom

By AFP   2026-06-11 19:06:26

Across South America, a legion of pint-sized Kylians and Neymars will be following the fortunes of the stars to whom they owe their names after the World Cup kicked off yesterday.

Why Liverpool star striker Divock Origi is retiring from football

By Jael Wakesho   2026-06-10 11:13:38

Origi said he had fulfilled his childhood dream of playing on the biggest stages and winning major trophies, while also acknowledging his experiences with Belgium's national team and his Kenyan roots.

47 teams enough for Kenya's football glory

By Koome Kazungu   2026-06-08 20:47:52

Kenya has abundant football talent, just as it has athletic talent, but lacks the systems, infrastructure, leadership, and investment needed to nurture and develop players from the grassroots level.

PHOTOS: Kenya's top football commentators gather to send off Diblo Kaberia in Meru

By Victor Budi   2026-06-07 15:35:34

Affectionately known as "El Mago", Kaberia was remembered as a gifted storyteller whose commentary entertained, informed and inspired football fans for decades.

Messi, Ronaldo join football's billionaire's club as World Cup 2026 nears

By Jael Wakesho   2026-06-06 13:49:21

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have reportedly joined football’s billionaire club, with Ronaldo also named the world’s highest-paid athlete as both legends prepare for a final World Cup run.

Norway's viking-themed World Cup squad photo goes viral, redefining football team portraits

By Boniface Mithika   2026-06-06 12:44:14

Norway’s Viking-themed squad photo for the 2026 World Cup has gone viral, blending sport and heritage in a cinematic shoot that’s being hailed as a bold new era in football team branding.