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An aerial view of the revamped Amahoro Stadium at Kigali Sports Hub in Remera. Courtesy
Football

Amahoro Stadium managing firm, stakeholders in talks to fix rental fees

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
The AFCON 2025 final referee Jean Jacques Ndala during the game. internet
Football

What you might have missed in AFCON 2025 final

Monday, January 19, 2026
The FIFA Series groups released by World Football governing body (FIFA) on Monday, January 19, pooled Rwanda in the same group as Kenya's Harambee Stars, Estonia and Grenada.. File
Football

Rwanda, Kenya drawn in Group A in 2026 FIFA Series

Monday, January 19, 2026
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Football

CAF condemns ‘unacceptable behavior’ that marred AFCON 2025 final

Monday, January 19, 2026
Former Amavubi full-back Jean-Bosco Uwacu passed away after an illness at the age of 37.
Football

Former Amavubi defender Uwacu dies at 37

Monday, January 19, 2026
In a post-match interview, star forward Sadio Mané, who played his last AFCON, said the team felt the goal should have stood if the referee had reviewed the incident using VAR.
Football

What would have happened if Senegal had walked out of AFCON final?

Monday, January 19, 2026
APR FC skipper Niyomugabo looks so disappointed following the referee's decission at the game against Al Merrikh. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Rwanda FA, league body condemn APR fans’ protests after Al Merrikh draw

Monday, January 19, 2026
Match officials escorted by security agents following the tension at Amahoro Stadium. Tensions flared after APR FC were controversially denied a late winning goal when Dauda Yussif’s powerful long-range strike was ruled out for offside by the match officials. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

Taleb blasts referees after Dauda’s disallowed goal against Al Merrikh

Monday, January 19, 2026
President Kagame (c) chats with FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) and CAF President Patrice Motsepe on the sidelines of AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Sunday, January 18.
Football

PHOTOS: Kagame watches as Senegal lift AFCON 2025 in Rabat

Monday, January 19, 2026
Senegal players celebrate AFCON 2025 trophy after a 1–0 victory over Morocco in the final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Sunday, January 18. Courtesy
Football

Senegal crowned AFCON 2025 champions after chaotic final against Morocco

Monday, January 19, 2026
Al Merrikh and APR FC played out a goalless draw at Amahoro Stadium on Sunday afternoon, January 18. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Football

APR FC denied late winner in draw against Al Merrikh

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Sadio Mane of Senegal during 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Semi Final match between Senegal and Egypt on January 14, 2026 at Grand Stadium Tangier in Tangier. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Football

Senegal, Morocco square off in AFCON final showdown

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Rayon Sports captain Ally Serumogo has left the club after agreeing to join South Sudanese side El-Merrikh Bentiu on a two-year contract.
Football

Serumogo leaves Rayon Sports ahead of South Sudan move

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Football

Nigeria stump Egypt on penalties to claim AFCON bronze

Saturday, January 17, 2026
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Football

Al Hilal thrash strugglers Rayon Sports to go top

Saturday, January 17, 2026
Rayon Sports are reportedly in talks with three players Yves Mugunga , Faustin Usengimana and Yannick Mukunzi.
Football

Rayon Sports in talks with Yannick Mukunzi, Usengimana

Friday, January 16, 2026
Amissi Cedrick, a Burundian international, has officially parted ways with Kiyovu Sports Club by mutual agreement. Courtesy
Football

SC Kiyovu release duo

Thursday, January 15, 2026
Renaissance Club Athletic Zemamra has completed the signing of Police FC defensive midfielder Henry Msanga for next two-year deal.
Football

Henry Msanga leaves Police FC for Moroccan club

Thursday, January 15, 2026
Rayon Sports team doctor Charles Mugemana with club officials Paul Muvunyi and Thaddée Twagirayezu during a ceremony recognising his more than 30 years of service to the club in March 2025.
Football

Rayon Sports’ fallen doctor Mugemana eulogied as devoted professional

Thursday, January 15, 2026
APR FC players celebrate a goal during a 1-0 match against Amagaju at Muhanga Stadium on Wednesday January 14.
Football

APR close gap with win over Amagaju FC

Wednesday, January 14, 2026