An argument that Kenya’s obsession with EPL clubs like Arsenal reflects deeper economic frustrations and neglect of local sports development.
Arsenal ended a 22-year EPL title drought in 2025/26, prompting street celebrations across Nairobi on May 24. The column examines how EPL clubs command deep consumer loyalty in African markets even amid domestic fuel protests and regional conflict.
Arsenal fans flock the streets of Nairobi on May 24, 2026, to celebrate their club winning the 2025/26 EPL title after 22 years of waiting. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]
Why should a country be hypnotised by an English Premier League (EPL) title winner when protests against high fuel prices engulf the country, and the Iran war remains unresolved?
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