Kenya’s Chepngetich Breaks Marathon World Record, Dedicates to Late Kiptum

[ad_1] Nairobi — Ruth Chepngetich became the first woman to ever run a marathon in under two hours and 10 minutes, as she broke the world record in a time of 2:09:56 on her way to winning the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. Chepngetich, who had hinted before the race that she would be interested in the Course Record, went further on to break the world mark, breaking Ethiopian Tigst Asefa's mark of 2:11:53 set in September last year in Berlin. […]

October 14, 2024

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Libya/Nigeria: Afcon Qualifiers – Libya Creates Hostile Reception for Super Eagles

[ad_1] At the time of this report, the Super Eagles contingent had spent more than five agonizing hours locked up at the airport The Nigeria national team, Super Eagles, were literally held hostage at the airport on arrival in Libya ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights. Despite prior agreements and approvals, the chartered flight was unexpectedly diverted from Benghazi to Abraq Airport, sparking unnecessary delays and tensions. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) […]

October 14, 2024

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Nigeria: Former Nigeria National Team Goalkeeper Is Dead

[ad_1] Mr Odegbami, a former national team captain, expressed gratitude to the numerous individuals who supported the ex-goalkeeper's treatment until his eventual death. Former Nigeria national team goalkeeper Peter "Apo" Fregene has sadly passed away after a prolonged battle with health issues. He was 77 years old. Fregene, a 1968 Olympian, died peacefully in the presence of his wife, Tina, and two children. Segun Odegbami, a renowned sports journalist and former Nigerian international, confirmed the development. Odegbami, a former national […]

October 14, 2024

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Nigeria: Team Nigeria May Miss 15th African Scrabble Championship in Kigali

[ad_1] Unless a miracle happens, Team Nigeria may not participate in this year's African Scrabble Championships holding in Kigali, Rwanda this month. The Africa Scrabble Championship now in its 15th edition is the continent's flagship event featuring the best of African Scrabble players and it is held biennially. This year's edition coincides with the 30th anniversary celebration of PANASA. Nigeria has consistently dominated the event, with University of Lagos graduate Enoch Nwali holding the individual title and the country's contingent […]

October 12, 2024

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Africa: CAF Wraps Up Safe Stadium Workshop in Kenya With Focus On Enhancing Security

[ad_1] Dr. Christian Emeruwa, Head of the Safety and Security Division at the Confederation of African Football (CAF), believes the recently concluded three-day Safe Stadium workshop in Nairobi will play a crucial role in achieving CAF's goal of ensuring zero fatalities and enhanced spectator safety across Africa. Kenya became the 10th country to host the CAF Safe Stadium Initiative, where 40 participants from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), all 18 FKF Premier League clubs, private security firms, and the National […]

October 11, 2024

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Africa: CAF Women’s Champions League – Tshabalala Looking Beyond CAF Women’s Champions League Title Defense

[ad_1] Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies FC head coach, Jerry Tshabalala says defending their CAF Women's Champions League title is important for the club. However, equally crucial to the club is the continuous development of young female football talent. Tshabalala will be aiming at securing a third CAF Women's Champions League gold medal for the South African side who have won two out of the three editions. Speaking to CAFOnline ahead of the much-anticipated competition, Tshabalala touches on the evolution of the […]

October 11, 2024

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Rwanda/Cote d’Ivoire: Afcon 2025 Qualifiers – Rwanda Hoping to Upset Benin in Abidjan

[ad_1] Group D Benin vs Rwanda, at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny Kickoff: 6pm CAT Rwanda will be aiming to break their winless jinx against Benin when the two sides square off at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Friday's Group D match day three of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Amavubi are chasing their first win of the campaign having drawn 1-1 with Libya in Tripoli before holding Nigeria to a barren draw draw with Nigeria at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. Benin, meanwhile, started […]

October 11, 2024

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Sudan/Ghana: Morocco Afcon 2025 – Black Stars Walk On Tightrope …After Goalless Draw With Sudan

[ad_1] Goal scoring proved the biggest bane of the Black Stars yesterday when they failed to find the back of the net against Sudan in an AFCON 2025 qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium. The result leaves the Black Stars as 'endangered species' as far as qualification to the continental fiesta was concerned unless they win the last three games that include a second leg tie against the Sudanese in Libya on Monday. It was a much improved performance from […]

October 11, 2024

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Malawi/Senegal: Zitheka? Malawi’s Flames Face Uphill Battle Against Senegal in Afcon Qualifiers Today

[ad_1] As the Malawi National Football Team prepares to clash with Africa's highest-ranked side today, Senegal's Lions of Teranga, the stakes couldn't be higher. Scheduled for a crucial 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier at the Diamniadio Olympic Stadium in Dakar, this match is pivotal for the Flames, who find themselves in a precarious position after two disappointing losses. The Flames opened their Group L campaign with a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Burundi Swallows, followed by a 3-1 […]

October 11, 2024

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