Kenya launched a investigation into alleged match manipulation Thursday, after a video posted online appeared to show national goalkeeper Patrick Matasi agreeing to a deal to influence the outcome of a league-match in return for cash. Kenyan football has been plagued by match-fixing scandals in the recent past, leaving a trail of disappointment among fans. … Read more
Two of football’s former top officials, Sepp Blatter of FIFA and Michel Platini of UEFA, were on Tuesday acquitted of charges of fraud and mismanagement of $2 million of FIFA money by a Swiss court. It is the second time the pair has been acquitted of the crimes that prosecutors say occurred in 2011. Source … Read more
Israel is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza following Hamas’ refusal to extend the first phase of the ceasefire deal. While the full extent of the effects of the power cut is not yet known, Gaza’s desalination plants use it to produce drinking water for the besieged enclave’s population of more than two million. … Read more
France scrum half Antoine Dupont sustained a season-ending knee injury in the first half of the 42-27 Six Nations win against Ireland on Saturday. “Torn cruciate ligaments,” Dupont said on Instagram. “It’s the start of a new challenge, I’ll see you in a few months on the pitch.” Source link
Doctors have suggested that the Pope has overcome the most critical phase of his pneumonia infection – as the pontiff marks two weeks in hospital. In an update on Friday morning, the Vatican said: “As in past days, the night was tranquil and the Pope now is resting.” This morning’s update marked the second day … Read more