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Football fans watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals between Spain and Agentina at Al Capone Lounge along Thika Super Highway on July 19, 2026. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]
Thousands of football fans across Kenya on Sunday joined millions around the world in celebrating the climax of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, gathering in entertainment joints, public viewing centres, streets and stadiums to watch Spain and Argentina battle for football's biggest prize.
Although the final was played more than 12,000 kilometres away at MetLife Stadium in the United States, the excitement was unmistakably felt across the country as supporters turned public spaces into colourful arenas filled with songs, chants and the waving of national flags of the two finalists.
In Nairobi, sports bars and entertainment spots filled up hours before kick-off as fans secured the best seats to witness the highly anticipated showdown.
