George Ruto Hosts AFTV stars Robbie and Cecil at Local Football Match

George Ruto, son of President William Ruto, organised a football tournament through his company 82 Sports on Sunday, August 2

AFTV founder Robbie Lyle attended the event as George's guest alongside his crew, marking a notable crossover between English football media and Kenyan grassroots sport

Robbie pledged to collaborate with George and AFTV to deepen support for grassroots football in Kenya

George Ruto, son of President William Ruto, hosted Arsenal fan channel founder Robbie Lyle at a grassroots football tournament in Kenya on Sunday, August 2, organised under his sports company, 82 Sports.

George shared images from the event on Instagram, captioning the post:

"Weekends are for @82_sportske."

The event featured Arsenal FC kits and was backed by several sponsors and an electric atmosphere from the fans.

What did Robbie Lyle say about Kenya football?

Speaking at the event, Robbie expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity George extended to him and his AFTV crew to experience Kenyan football at the community level.

"I love grassroots football. We always see the superstars on the pitch playing for Arsenal, Manchester United and all but they all come from here, so it's important to come and show our support. It is good to be here," Robbie said.

He also confirmed plans to work more closely with George and AFTV in supporting grassroots football development in Kenya, describing the tournament as both incredible and inspirational.

"Thank you for the invite George. The football tournament was an incredible event and so inspirational," Robbie wrote on Instagram after attending.

See the post below:

Kenyans react

The event generated significant buzz online, with many Kenyan fans celebrating the collaboration between the president's son and one of English football media's most recognisable figures.

@solo_llins254 wrote:

"Legends recognize legends. Much respect @georgekruto 🤜 🔥"

@emmahseyianoi added:

"Legendary stuff only 🔥"

@mr_tee.money took the opportunity to call for wider creative support, writing:

"Art events and arts auction pia....georgi 🔥 🔥 we need support ...italift Kenyan ghetto artists sanaa"

@kipruto.db kept things light, joking:

"@georgekruto bro si hata unifikishe state House nikunywe majiiii 😂😂😂😂"

@gunit001kenya simply commented:

"Huanga bad"

Did George's 82 Sports earn him an award?

TUKO.co.ke also highlighted facts about George's recognition at the Africa Golden Awards, where his company, 82 Sports, earned a top NGO honour for its commitment to nurturing grassroots talent in sports.

His journey has been marked by challenges and triumphs, as he strives to create lasting opportunities for aspiring young footballers across Kenya.

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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