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All hail 'Machapo', the new king of FKF Premier League

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Kenya Police FC Elvis Rupia celebrate his goal against Tusker FCduring their FKF Premier League match at Kasarani. [Jonah Onyango,Standard]

Many bands and musicians have penned songs to their hometowns over time, singing the praises of their local sports heroes.

Khaligraph Jones waxed lyrical about Julius Yego, Nyashinski invited us to enjoy a Kipchoge special dubbed 'Marathon runner', while Sauti Sol's Savara, Khaligraph Jones, Maandy and Trio Mio inspired Kenyans with Omanyala special.

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