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High-stakes playoff match to determine the last team in the National Super League.
Rainbow FC has achieved a momentous feat by securing promotion to the National Super League (NSL).
The Red Army claimed the top spot in the FKF Division One Zone A with an impressive tally of 68 points, marking their ascendancy to the next tier of Kenyan football.
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17:00 - 29.07.2023
FOOTBALL AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia be warned! No shenanigans at Ulinzi Complex
The two Kenyan giants have hinted at shifting their base to the military-owned grounds but they will have to meet some tough conditions to be allowed in.
Despite a nail-biting 1-0 loss to Kibra United in their final league match at Dagoretti High School Grounds on a Saturday afternoon, Rainbow’s consistency throughout the season earned them the well-deserved promotion.
The tense clash against Kibra saw the Red Army battling fiercely to maintain their winning streak, but a first-half penalty by Mohammed Anaba proved to be the deciding factor.
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17:58 - 29.07.2023
ATHLETICS Injury-free Julius Yego looking to reclaim 2015 World Championships javelin title
Yego last won a medal at the World Championships in 2015 when he won the world title in Beijing.
However, the loss did little to dampen the spirits of Eric Macharia's squad, as their overall performance throughout the season had already solidified their position at the top of the league table.
Rainbow finished the Division One Zone A league ahead of second-placed Nairobi United who gave their all in their final match against Balaji FC, walking away with a convincing 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Isaac Omweri and Brian Lusamukha
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17:29 - 29.07.2023
NSL Luanda Villa gain historic NSL promotion after beating Zoo FC
Tom Tera's side secures promotion to NSL with a thrilling victory over Zoo.
The Red Army’s promotion to the NSL marks the second consecutive year of their triumphant rise.
In the 2021/22 season, they emerged as champions of Division 2, displaying an unwavering commitment to excellence.
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06:00 - 25.07.2023
STARS ABROAD: Winger lauded as next big thing in Kenyan football undergoing trials at Sunderland
The 19-year-old made around 60 appearances in Chelsea’s youth sides, contributing to 15 goals.
Joining Rainbow in the National Super League is Luanda Villa, who also clinched an automatic promotion spot.
In a thrilling Division One Zone B encounter at Mumboha Grounds, Luanda Villa secured a vital 1-0 victory against Zoo FC.
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16:33 - 29.07.2023
ATHLETICS Cause for alarm? Emmanuel Korir explains how injury has affected his World Championships preparations
The reigning world 800m champion shared details of his nightmare season ahead of his title defence in Budapest next month.
This victory was a sweet redemption for Luanda Villa, as they had narrowly missed out on promotion in the 2020/21 season during their playoff match against SS Assad.
While Rainbow and Luanda Villa celebrate their well-earned promotions, the race for the third and final promotion spot continues.
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07:20 - 26.07.2023
STARS ABROAD: Bundesliga side FC Koln on why Kenyan midfielder was forced out of pre season
The winger joined the side from Hannover 96 back in July 2022.
Zoo FC and Nairobi United will lock horns in a nerve-wracking one-legged playoff match on Sunday, August 6.
The victor will have the privilege of joining Rainbow FC and Luanda Villa in the 20-team National Super League.
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