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Cameroon failed to qualify for the final of the Africa Cup of Nations, Afcon – losing 3-1 to Egypt on penalties on Thursday. Newly elected Cameroon Football president Samuel Eto’o, however, feels the Indomitable Lions gave a commendable showing. “Bravo Indomitable Lions for your brilliant performance at the 2021 Afcon. “We may have not made it all the way to the finals, but our team has showed the world what us Cameroonians are capable of. This is not the end of the road.” Read: Eto’o Suspends Indomitable Lions Official Over Sex Scandal The loss was Cameroon’s first in the tournament…

Goalkeeper Gabaski was the hero, saving two penalties as Egypt edged past hosts Cameroon in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw to set up an Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. Sunday’s final sets up a tantalising meeting between Liverpool forwards Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane at the same venue – the Olembe Stadium in Cameroon’s capital Yaounde (kick-off 19:00 GMT). Hosts Cameroon had shown more impetus in 90 minutes, twice hitting the post through Michael Ngadeu-Ngadjui’s looping header and Samuel Gouet’s thunderous long-range strike, which flicked the woodwork. Egypt’s star man Salah was kept quiet for much…

Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has been banished by England. He will not be considered for Three Lions selection until any potential legal proceedings against him are completed. Gareth Southgate will refuse to select Mason Greenwood for England until his legal proceedings end. Greenwood was released from custody on bail ‘pending further investigation’ by Greater Manchester Police yesterday after being arrested on suspicion of rape. Police also announced further investigations into allegations of assault, sexual assault and making threats to kill. Read: Man United’s Mason Greenwood Arrested Over Sexual Assault Allegations United have suspended the 20-year-old, while sponsors including Nike have…

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has said his “problem” with Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta contributed to his decision to leave the club and join Barcelona. The Gabon striker completed a free transfer to Barca on Wednesday having been frozen out of the Gunners squad. Aubameyang’s departure came after he was stripped of the Arsenal captaincy following a disciplinary breach. “I think it was a problem just with him [Arteta],” the 32-year-old said at his Nou Camp unveiling on Thursday. “He made the decision. I can’t say much more. He wasn’t happy, I stayed very calm and that’s it.” Read: Aubameyang Exits Arsenal As Barca Knocks Aubameyang…

Kefwa, Kenya’s footballers umbrella body, has pleaded with Caf, the continental football organisation, to reinstate Harambee Starlets in the qualifiers for this year’s Africa Women Cup of Nations, Awcon. Starlets were disqualified after the defunct Kenya Football Federation, Fkf wrote to Caf informing them that they are not able to arrange international games as they were disbanded by the government. Caf proceeded to award Uganda Cranes, Starlets’ opponents in the final round qualifiers a straight ticket to the tournament set for Morocco. Read: Blow As Harambee Starlets Withdraw From AWCON Qualifiers The tournament will also serve as the qualifiers for…

Kenya’s former Olympic and three-time world 1500m champion Asbel Kiprop has vowed to make a successful return to the track after his four-year doping ban elapsed on Wednesday. Kiprop, 32, was suspended in April 2019 for taking the blood-boosting drug EPO but he has always protested his innocence. “I was falsely accused of doping. But I have accepted my fate, served my time and now I am ready to return to the track,” he told AFP. He said his main target was the World Championships at Hayward Field, Oregon in June. Kiprop became the first Kenyan to win the 1500m…

Senegal are through to their third Africa Cup of Nations final with Sadio Mane on target to help them overcome Burkino Faso. In an eventful game, VAR chalked off two Senegal penalties, with Burkina Faso goalkeeper Herve Koffi injured during the events of the first. Abdou Diallo and Idrissa Gueye put Senegal in charge before Blati Toure narrowed the deficit late on. Read: Afcon: Sadio Manè Pulled Out After Nasty Head Collision But Mane chipped in to settle victory for the tournament favourites. It was Mane’s 29th goal for his country, taking him level with Henri Camara at the top…

Former Gor Mahia captain Harun Shakava has signed for Police FC on a one-year deal. The 28-year-old defender is expected to be unveiled anytime today. Shakava rejoined K’Ogalo in February last year after a short professional stint in Zambia. Read: Ex-Skipper Harun Shakava Returns To Gor Mahia After Zambia Sojourn Before crossing to Zambia, he guided the former Kenyan champions to multiple honors including four Kenyan Premier League titles. At Police FC, he will link up with his former defense partner at Gor Mahia, Musa Muhammad. Gor have since appointed Philemon Otieno as the team’s captain with Samuel Onyango as his…

Cameroon players have chosen to donate Kshs9 million winning bonus to victims of the Paul Biya Stadium, Olembe stampede. Up to eight perished as they tried to gain entry ahead of the Indomitable Lions quarters clash against Cameroon with over fifty injured. The hosts won 2-0 earning themselves the bonus. Read: Afcon: Six Reported Dead In Stadium Stampede “The Indomitable Lions asked the FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto’o that their bonus of $85,585.63 for their qualification to the last 16 at the AFCON be given to the victims of the stampede that took place at Olembe on the 24 January,” said the…

Arsenal have confirmed that striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has left the club by mutual consent, however Barcelona are yet to complete a deal for the Gabon international. The 32-year-old flew to Spain on Monday to sign for Barca and was pictured training with them on Tuesday. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has said he hopes to unveil the forward this week. “We wish Auba all the best for the next chapter in his career,” Arsenal said. Read: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Is Fit As A Fiddle, Gabonese Skipper Confirms The Premier League side also thanked Aubameyang for his “contribution to the club”, having scored 92…

Gor Mahia have reconstructed their technical bench which will now be led by German Andreas Spier and assisted by Michael Nam. Long serving keeper Boniface Oluoch will be the new goalkeeper trainer. Left back Philemon Otieno has been elevated to the position of captain with forward Samuel Onyango his deputy. Speir is known in the region for having led Rwandese giants APR to the Rwandan League and Cup Double in 2013-2014. Read: Gor Mahia Dismiss Technical Bench, Appoint Ugandan Paul Nkata As Head Coach Previously, Spier worked in Kenya with Football Federation as a Technical Director – doing much with the…

Kylian Mbappe will become the second highest earning player in world football when he joins Real Madrid, according to reports. The Paris Saint-Germain star has reportedly agreed a deal to join Carlo Ancelotti’s side on a free transfer at the end of the season. Mbappe was subject to immense interest from Los Blancos in the summer, but the Parisians were reluctant to part with the World Cup winner. Read: Lewandowski, Mbappe Jittery Over Biennial World Cup However, they will not be able to stop the mercurial 23-year-old from swapping the Parc des Princes for the Bernabeau, when his contract expires at the end of the current campaign. And…

Formula 1 is to make Covid-19 vaccines mandatory for all personnel this year. The move will mean no-one will be able to work within the paddock – F1’s inner sanctum where the teams operate – without being fully vaccinated. The policy will apply to all personnel working within F1, including drivers, teams, media, hospitality workers and any guests who attend the races. It is not expected to have an impact on any of the drivers’ ability to compete as all are understood to be vaccinated. Double vaccination was a requirement of entry to the USA for last year’s US Grand…

Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault following allegations on social media. Greater Manchester Police said it was made aware of “social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”. It added “we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault”. He remains in custody for questioning and inquiries are ongoing. Read: Ex-Man City Defender Ben Mendy Facing Further Sexual Assault Charges Manchester United earlier said the player would not return to training or matches until further notice. The club…

Gor Mahia have sacked coach Mark Harrison following a string of unconvincing results. Also dismissed is the assistant coach Sammy “Pamzo” Omollo and goalkeeper trainer Jerim Onyango. Ugandan Paul Nkata will take charge on an interim basis with Youth Team coach Jared Otieno serving as his assistant. Read: Gor Mahia Defender Frank Odhiambo Joins Sweden’s Djurgårdens IF Gor Mahia have blown hot and cold this season and are six points off leaders Kakamega Homeboyz. With accusations of indiscipline around the squad the last stroke was a 3-0 loss to Post Rangers in their last game. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp…