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FKF Suspends Hussein Mohamed Over KSh42 Million CHAN Scandal
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FKF Suspends Hussein Mohamed Over KSh42 Million CHAN Scandal
Football Kenya Federation has suspended president Hussein Mohamed over alleged misappropriation of KSh42 million linked to CHAN, with Macdonald Mariga stepping in as acting president.
Infantino Confirms Iran Participation In 2026 World Cup Matches In USA
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, with group matches set to be played in the United States despite strict travel restrictions affecting fans.
Infantino Pushes Tough Action on Mouth Covering in Racism Fight
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has proposed stricter disciplinary measures for players who cover their mouths during on-pitch confrontations, arguing the gesture often hides inappropriate remarks amid football’s ongoing battle against racism.
FIFA Lifts Financial Sanction on FKF, Development Funding Resumes
Football Kenya Federation has received a major boost after FIFA officially lifted the financial sanction that had halted development funding, paving the way for the resumption of FIFA Forward support and renewed momentum for grassroots football across the country.
Trump Claims Global Peace Role After Receiving FIFA Honor
US President Donald Trump has linked his leadership to global peace efforts after receiving a FIFA honor, as preparations intensify for the historic 2026 World Cup
Ronaldo’s First Portugal Red Card Puts His 2026 World Cup Opener at Risk
Cristiano Ronaldo received his first-ever red card for Portugal in a 2–0 defeat to Ireland, raising the possibility of a multi-match ban that could sideline him for the opening game of the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA Lifts Ban on Congo-Brazzaville, Reigniting 2026 World Cup Hopes
Congo-Brazzaville’s suspension from international football has officially been lifted by FIFA, paving the way for the ‘Red Devils’ to resume their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign after months of uncertainty.
FIFA Relegates Muhoroni Youth Over Match-Fixing Scandal
Kenyan club Muhoroni Youth has been expelled from the National Super League and demoted to the third tier after FIFA found the club guilty of match manipulation—a decision that sends a strong message about the global fight against corruption in football.
FIFA bans Kenya and Zimbabwe
World football governing body Fifa has suspended Kenya and Zimbabwe over government interference At a press conference held on Thursday, Infantino co...
UEFA has 'grave concerns' over plans to stage World Cup every two years
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has admitted his “grave concerns” over plans to stage the World Cup every two years.In a letter to Football Support...
FIFA releases statement following racist abuse directed at England players in Hungary victory
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling was one of the England players racially abused during last night's 4-0 FIFA World Cup qualifying win over Hungary.
CAF Postpones Qualifying Matches for FIFA World Cup , new dates confirmed
Following consultation with FIFA, CAF announced that its emergency committee decided to postpone the CAF qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2022, taking i...
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter given a new ban of six years and eight months from football
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has been given a new ban of six years and eight months from football, the world governing body has announced. The...
Kenyan champions Kogalo to pocket Ksh6.9 from FIFA Forward COVID-19 Relief Fund
CAF, the continental football body, has decided to support all clubs that reached first round of the Champions League with the fund. Gor Mahia wer...
FKF Boss Nick Mwendwa condemns SDT interference in FKF elections
As a follow up to its ruling on March 17, 2020, as well as its further directions thereafter, the Tribunal convened a “stakeholders” forum on Tuesday,...