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Emiliano Martinez was the hero for Argentina as he saved three times in a shootout to take his team into a Copa America final match-up with Brazil after Tuesday’s semi-final against Colombia finished 1-1 after 90 minutes. Martinez, who tried to distract Colombia’s players in the shootout with a barrage of trash talk, saved from Davinson Sanchez, Yerry Mina and Edwin Cardona. Lionel Messi, Leandro Paredes and Lautaro Martinez scored for Argentina as they booked a spot against the host nation in Saturday’s final at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana stadium. “I’m speechless,” said Argentine keeper Martinez. “They took us to…

Italy beat Spain on penalties to reach the Euro 2020 final after an enthralling semi-final at a noisy Wembley. After Alvaro Morata’s penalty was saved, Jorginho strolled up to score and set up a final with either England or Denmark in London on Sunday. Federico Chiesa looked as if he had sent Italy – who are unbeaten in 33 games – to the final in normal time with a delightful curled finish to cap off a quick counter. But Morata stepped off the bench to slot an equalizer with 10 minutes to go after a one-two with Dani Olmo. However,…

Gor Mahia are the winners of this season’s Football Kenya Federation Cup and will represent the country in the CAF Confederation Cup. Meanwhile, Tusker FC having topped the Kenyan Premier League by CAF deadline June 30, 2021, will be the Kenya’s ambassadors in the Champions League. At Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, Gor Mahia exacted revenge on their nemesis, edging them 1-4 on penalties after the game ended 0-0 in normal time. The last time the two met in the final in 2013, Ingwe emerged 1-0 winners courtesy of Pinchez Opiyo lone strike. Apart from booking continental football berth, K’Ogalo walked…

Sunday’s Football Kenya Federation Cup final, also known as Betway Cup for sponsorship reasons, has been moved to Nyayo Stadium from Utalii Grounds. The final will pit arch rivals Gor Mahia against AFC Leopards in a repeat of the 2013 edition which the latter won 1-0 at the same venue. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic fans will not be allowed to grace the much anticipated duel of the Mashemeji. Read: Mashemeji Derby: Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards In Cup Final Fans had appealed for the fixture to be staged in a befitting stadium with FKF heading the call. Leopards are the…

Kenyan Mathew Sawe has qualified for the Tokyo Olympics in High Jump. Sawe made the cut on the last day of qualification on Tuesday through the World Athletics ranking system. Kenya is known for its global dominance in long races, however, more athletes in other disciplines are now qualifying for major competitions. Read: Beach Volleyball: Kenyan Queens Rule Africa, Book Olympics Ticket For the first time, Kenya will be represented in the 100M at the Tokyo Olympics by Mark Otieno and Ferdinand Omanyala. Kenya also qualified as the sole African representatives in the women’s beach Volleyball. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or…

Kenya is scheduled to stage the Africa qualifiers for the Kabaddi World Cup set for Dubai early next year. Twelve teams have expressed interest to take part, with six confirming participation so far. The eight-day event, booked at the Kasarani Stadium indoor arena, will kick off from July 29, 2021 to August 5, 2021. The expected teams include hosts Kenya, South Africa, Malawi, Rwanda, Zambia, Lesotho, Namibia, Senegal, Burundi, Uganda and Eswatini. Kenya is the only African team to have graced the Kabaddi World having taken part in the last two editions. Kenya Kabaddi Union, KKU is working closely with…

Defending Euro champions Portugal failed to progress in this year’s edition exiting at the round of 16 at Belgium on Sunday. Eden Hazard’s 42nd minute thunderous strike made all the difference as the Reds stormed into the quarters beaming with confidence. However, for Portugal skipper and record goal scorer Cristiano Ronaldo, the loss was a bitter pill to swallow. Read: Out! Defending Champs Portugal, Netherlands Kiss Euro 2020 Goodbye The Juventus star couldn’t hide his dejection, removing and kicking the armband on the floor as he charged into the dressing room after the final whistle, prompting the question did we see…

The knockout phase of the Euro 2020 continued on Sunday with more shocking results served cold. Defending champions Portugal and Netherlands, who were amongst tournament’s favorite, stumbled at the round of 16. 10-man Netherlands fell to Czech Republic 2-0, while Portugal found the going tough, crushing to Belgium 1-0. Read: No, Thanks! Italian Star Manuel Locatelli Latest To Snub Coca-Cola At Euro 2020 On Saturday, Denmark clobbered 10-man Wales 4-0, with Italy powering past Austria 2-1. Two more games are lined up on Monday ahead of the quarterfinals on Friday with Croatia taking on Spain and France facing Switzerland. Email your…

Kenya are the 2021 Women’s Beach Continental Cup Champions after beating Nigeria in the final held in Morocco on Sunday. The quartet of Brackcides Agala/Gaudencia Makokha and Yvonne Wavinya/Phosca Kasisi also qualified for the Tokyo Olympics. Read: Kenyan Volleyballer Abiud Chirchir Secures Move To France Kenya will now send two women’s Volleyball teams to the summer games: the women’s Volleyball team and the women’s beach Volleyball team. The country will now send three women’s teams to the Tokyo Olympics after the rugby side, the Lionesses. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp +254707482874. You can also find us on Telegram through www.t.me/kahawatungu

Africa’s sole leg of the World Rally Championship (WRC), the Safari Rally, concluded Sunday in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. French driver Sebastian Ogier emerged the winner after longtime leader Thierry Neuville’s dreams were shattered alongside his car’s suspension. Japan’s Takamoto Katsuta maintained his constant improvement to claim his first WRC podium in second to seal Toyota Gazoo Racing’s fourth 1-2 result of the season, widening its manufacturers’ championship lead to 59 points. Read: WRC Safari Rally To Be Held Every Year Until 2026 – President Uhuru Kenyatta WRC3 leader Onkar Rai was Kenya’s best performer at seventh, ahead of fellow…

Safari Rally was removed from the world calendar partly due to security concerns around spectators. On Thursday, after a 19-year lull and intense lobbying, the event returned on Kenyan soil to pulpable excitement. However, it seems risky behaviour by a section of fans is till a threat to the future of the only Africa meet. Read: Kenya’s Contingent of Drivers Ready for The WRC Safari Rally Twelve drivers missed the Super Special stage at Kasarani on day one as fans blocked their way and were awarded bogey time as compensation. According to journalist Saddique Shaaban, the police blamed “lack of manpower”…

The away goals rule in European club football is to be abolished from the start of next season, governing body Uefa has confirmed. The rule, used since 1965, decided drawn two-legged games by favouring the team that scored the most away goals. All ties level on aggregate at the end of the second leg will instead go to extra time and potentially penalties. “It is no longer appropriate for an away goal to carry more weight,” said Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin. Uefa’s club competitions committee made the proposal in May and it has now been approved by the body’s executive…

Gor Mahia edged out Sofapaka 1-0 in a tightly contested Kenyan Premier League game played at Thika Stadium on Sunday. In a clash laced with missed opportunities including a penalty appeal, the breather recorded no goals. The difference, however, came in the 75th minute when Burundian import Jules Ulimwengu beautifully connected, off the bounce, Kenneth Muguna’s long delivery. Sofapaka had a penalty claim ignored after defender Geoffrey Ochieng’ appeared to have handled in the box. Read: Mashemeji Derby: Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards In Cup Final Speaking to the club’s website after the encounter, coach Vaz Pinto offered that a winning mentality…

Jamaican track and field great Usain Bolt announced the birth of his twin sons in an Instagram post on Father’s Day this Sunday. The post shows a family photo, with Bolt sitting next to his partner Kasi Bennett, their daughter Olympia Lightning, and the newborn twins. Like their sister, the boys have been given equally fitting names — Thunder and Saint Leo. The post did not say when the twins were born. The couple welcomed their first child Olympia Lightning together last year. Read: Allyson Felix Breaks Usain Bolts Medals Record As She Wins First Title As Mum Bolt, 34, will…

Harambee Stars defender Joseph Okumu has sealed a big money move to Belgian giants AA Gent from Swedish side IF Elfsborg. The official announcement is expected soon. Read: Rangers, Celtic “Bid” For Harambee Stars Defender Joseph Okumu The deal is reportedly worth Ksh 400 million, a decent taking for the former Chemelil Sugar FC stopper. Okumu was linked to several suitors including Scotish giants Rangers and Celtic and a couple of French sides. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp +254707482874. You can also find us on Telegram through www.t.me/kahawatungu