Top Five Stories From Friday You Must Read Today

16th February 2019

Walter Kisanya and Dorcas Odhiambo win special valentine edition ticket, Sharks set to tackle Bandari in SPL grudge match

  Valentine lucky couple Walter Kisanya and Dorcas Odhiambo takes photo with their favourite team jerseys at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on February 9, 2018.PHOTO/SPN
Valentine lucky couple Walter Kisanya and Dorcas Odhiambo takes photo with their favourite team jerseys at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on February 9, 2018.PHOTO/SPN
SUMMARY
  • Walter Kisanya, 29, and Dorcas Odhiambo, 27, are the lucky couple who will enjoy a special valentine edition, courtesy of global gaming firm, SportPesa
  • Ferrari are the sport's most successful team, but have not won the drivers' title since Kimi Raikkonen took the title in 2007. The team's last constructors' title was in 2008
  • Having both played 12 matches in the 2018/19 season, second-place Bandari come into the match four points ahead of Sharks, who are in sixth place

NAIROBI, Kenya- Walter Kisanya, 29, and Dorcas Odhiambo, 27, on Friday emerged the lucky couple who will enjoy a special valentine edition, courtesy of global gaming firm, SportPesa.

The pair who first met at the Hull City Challenge in Nakuru last year and got married three months later will be whisked away to an exclusive getaway that includes dinner, breakfast and lunch on Saturday for a Valentines to remember.

At the same time, Ferrari unveiled their new Formula One SF90 car on the day which the Italian stable hopes will end their decade-long title drought to mark the team's 90th anniversary.

Here are the top five stories from Friday compiled by SportPesa News that you must read today:

Here's The Lucky Couple That Won Mashemeji Derby Valentines' Getaway

NAIROBI, Kenya- Walter Kisanya, 29, and Dorcas Odhiambo, 27,  are the lucky couple who will enjoy a special valentine edition, courtesy of global gaming firm, SportPesa. This was after their  photo, taken on Saturday during the 85th Mashemeji Derby at MISC Kasarani in Nairobi and entered in a draw for the chance to win a memorable Valentine’s romantic night in Nairobi, was overwhelmingly voted by fans online. READ MORE

Steady Rising Kariobangi Sharks All Set For Bandari SPL Grudge Match

NAIROBI, Kenya- NAIROBI, Kenya - A repeat of the 2019 SportPesa Cup final is on the cards when Kariobangi Sharks FC host Bandari FC on Saturday at MISC, Kasarani. Sharks prevailed 1-0 at the National Main Stadium in Dar-es-Salaam last month (January 27) to lift the coveted trophy and earn the right to host English side Everton and the visiting Dockers have the chance to hit back in this SportPesa Premier League (SPL) highlight encounter. READ MORE

Ferrari Launch New F1 Car, Marking 90th Anniversary In Style

MILAN, Italy- Ferrari on Friday unveiled their new Formula One SF90 car which the Italian stable hopes will end their decade-long title drought to mark the team's 90th anniversary. The new SF90, featuring the team's traditional red with splashes of black, was launched at a glitzy ceremony at Ferrari's Maranello headquarters by drivers Sebastian Vettel and new 21-year-old  team-mate Charles Leclerc. READ MORE

Ademola Lookman Enjoying Opportunity To Express Himself At Everton

LIVERPOOL, United Kingdom- Ademola Lookman says Everton manager Marco Silva’s faith in his ability has provided him with the confidence to express himself on the pitch. Lookman has made 17 appearances for the Blues this season, with his electric pace, close control and composure in possession regularly impressing. READ MORE

Third Edition Of Kenya Pipeline Cross-Country Kicks Off In Makueni

MAKUENI, Kenya- The third edition of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) cross-country race which features senior and junior men and women events of 10km among other races, kicked off today morning at the Thange market grounds in Makueni County. The race will be open to the general community including women, the elderly, children and persons with disability with the main categories including general race 10Km (18-49 years); elderly race 3Km (above 50 years); people with disabilities 3Km while children up to 17 years will run for 5 Km. READ MORE