Top Five Stories From Sunday You Must Read Today
20th May 2019
Gor Mahia FC beat AFC Leopards 3-1 in the 86th Mashemeji Derby, Agnes Tirop defends TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2019 road race in India
- Gor Mahia FC made a huge statement to their eternal rivals AFC Leopards SC with a resounding 3-1 win at the Kasarani Stadium on Sunday
- Bandari FC thrashed visiting Zoo Kericho FC 3-0 in a SportPesa Premier League (SPL) match held at Mbaraki Stadium in Mombasa on Sunday
- World 10,000m women bronze medalist Agnes Tirop clocked 33:55 to successfully defend the 12th edition of TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2019 road race in India
NAIROBI, Kenya- In the local football scene, SportPesa Premier League (SPL) champions Gor Mahia FC made a huge statement to their eternal rivals AFC Leopards SC with a resounding 3-1 win at the Kasarani Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Bandari FC thrashed visiting Zoo Kericho FC 3-0 in a SportPesa Premier League (SPL) match held at Mbaraki Stadium in Mombasa on Sunday to bridge the gap opened by leaders Gor Mahia FC at the summit.
Internationally, Vincent Kompany announced Sunday that he will leave Manchester City after 11 trophy-laden years to become player-manager of Anderlecht.
World 10,000m women bronze medalist Agnes Tirop clocked 33:55 to successfully defend the 12th edition of TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2019 road race in India on Sunday.
Lastly, Undefeated Deontay Wilder brutally knocked out Dominic Breazeale in the first round of their grudge match Saturday night to retain his World Boxing Council heavyweight world title.
Here are the top five stories from Sunday compiled by SportPesa News that you must read today:
Gor Mahia Rule Mashemeji Derby To Put One Hand On SPL Title
NAIROBI, Kenya - SportPesa Premier League (SPL) champions Gor Mahia FC made a huge statement to their eternal rivals AFC Leopards SC with a resounding 3-1 win at the Kasarani Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Hassan Oktay's side came into the game knowing a victory would leave them needing only a point in their game against lowly Vihiga United FC on Wednesday to clinch a record extending 18th domestic league title. READ MORE
Bandari Bury Zoo To Maintain Winning Streak, Tusker Hit Vihiga
MOMBASA, Kenya- Bandari FC thrashed visiting Zoo Kericho FC 3-0 in a SportPesa Premier League (SPL) match held at Mbaraki Stadium in Mombasa on Sunday to bridge the gap opened by leaders Gor Mahia FC at the summit. Bandari scored the goals through Hassan Abdallah (13th minute), William Wadri (70th) and Shaban Kenga (85th) to realise the win. READ MORE
City Defender Vincent Kompany Set To Join Anderlecht As Player-Manager
LONDON, United Kingdom- Vincent Kompany announced Sunday that he will leave Manchester City after 11 trophy-laden years to become player-manager of Anderlecht. Belgian defender Kompany joined City in 2008 and made 360 appearances, winning four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups and two Community Shields. READ MORE
Agnes Tirop Successfully Defends TCS World 10K Bengaluru Title
BENGALURU, India- World 10,000m women bronze medalist Agnes Tirop clocked 33:55 to successfully defend the 12th edition of TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2019 road race in India on Sunday. Tirop who made a winning start to her campaign this season, became the first woman to win back-to-back titles in the competition history. READ MORE
Undefeated Wilder Retains WBC Heavyweight Title After Brutal KO
NEW YORK, United States- Undefeated Deontay Wilder brutally knocked out Dominic Breazeale in the first round of their grudge match Saturday night to retain his World Boxing Council heavyweight world title. Wilder, who has one of the most destructive right hands in heavyweight history, floored the challenger with a one-punch knockout with 43 seconds left in the opening round. READ MORE