Spain beats Belgium in World Cup quarterfinal to face France: Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal, with a late goal by Mikel Merino securing their spot in the semifinals against top
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Country pulse digest
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Kenya is witnessing intense interest in global sports events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain's progression and key player updates. Domestically, political developments related to President Ruto's NYOTA youth initiative and Kenya Revenue Authority's revenue success are prominently followed.
Active topics
13
Search volume
36K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
13
Sports62% (8)
Politics15% (2)
Money15% (2)
Life8% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Kenya are primarily curious to follow live updates and outcomes of major sporting events, especially the FIFA World Cup matches involving Spain, as indicated by numerous 'following' intent trends. The political intent centers on tracking government actions related to youth empowerment and economic initiatives, reflecting a desire for information on beneficial programs and their impact. Economic curiosity is focused on understanding revenue collection milestones and business financial health, emphasizing interest in national fiscal matters and private enterprise stability.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Ruto addresses NYOTA critics, announces support measures for beneficiaries: Kenyan President William Ruto defends the NYOTA youth empowerment program amid criticism and announces a two-year waiver on business permits for aid
Kenya Revenue Authority collects Ksh2.8 trillion in revenue: Kenya Revenue Authority reached a Ksh2.8 trillion revenue collection milestone, signifying enhanced tax efforts and impacting public finances.
Manchester City updates with key new signings: Manchester City F.C. drew attention with recent player signings, including goalkeeper Pierce Charles and defender Niamh Charles as fans follow team up
High anticipation for France vs Spain World Cup semifinal: Public interest spikes ahead of the France vs Spain World Cup semifinal, focusing on young star Lamine Yamal's role and match strategies.
Donald Trump news on threats, legislation, and media responses: Searches related to Donald Trump involve new threats, his stance on upcoming legislation, and reactions to media controversies.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Kenya
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsNew
fabián ruiz
Fabián Ruiz is a trending search likely linked to the recent performance of Mikel Merino, who scored crucial goals for Spain in the World Cup quarterfinals.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
mikel merino
02
SportsSurging
belgium vs spain
Spain defeated Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal to advance to the semifinals against France.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 3900%
spainspain vs francespain vs
03
PoliticsSurging
nyota fund
Kenyan President Ruto addresses critics and announces key disbursement and business permit waivers for NYOTA programme beneficiaries.
5K+ searches · 600% growthSearch volume up 150%
nyotanyota fund phase 2
04
MoneyNew
ksh2.8 trillion kra revenue collection
Kenya Revenue Authority has achieved a Ksh2.8 trillion revenue collection milestone.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
05
SportsSurging
manchester city f.c.
Searches about Manchester City F.C. focus on recent player signings and team updates.
2K+ searches · 700% growthSearch volume up 900%
06
SportsNew
france vs spain
Searches about France vs Spain relate to the upcoming World Cup semifinal match featuring young star Lamine Yamal.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
lamine yamalyamal
07
PoliticsSurging
donald trump
Searches around Donald Trump cover recent political developments including threats against him and his responses to legislation.
1K+ searches · 100% growthSearch volume up 400%
08
SportsNew
thibaut courtois
Thibaut Courtois became a focus of concern after an injury forced him off during the World Cup quarterfinal, leading to scrutiny of Belgium's defensive resilience.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
courtois
09
LifeNew
kuccps 2026 placement results
KUCCPS 2026 placement results are trending as students and parents seek clarity on university admissions and placements for the upcoming academic year in Kenya.
500+ searches · 500% growthFirst recent appearance
10
MoneyNew
mary wambui glee hotel
Mary Wambui's luxury Glee Hotel has been placed under administration due to a significant debt default with Equity Bank.
500+ searches · 500% growthFirst recent appearance
11
SportsNew
premier league
Premier League fans are actively following transfer rumors, pre-season fixtures, and news about key players and managers.
500+ searches · 100% growthFirst recent appearance
12
SportsNew
senne lammens
Belgium's exit from the World Cup after a loss to Spain, marked by a goalkeeper's costly error, is widely discussed.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
Sports / Following | 1 day ago
fabián ruiz
Why it matters
NewThis topic has only just appeared in the recent pulse, backed by 1K+ recent searches and 1000% growth. People are searching to follow a developing event.
First recent appearance
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Mikel Merino Rescues La Roja Again: 4 Takeaways From Spain's Win Over Belgium - FOX Sports
Mikel Merino’s goal lifts Spain past Belgium, into semifinals vs. France - Field Level Media
Super-sub Mikel Merino strikes late again to fire Spain into semifinals - ESPN
Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest Ne…
Mikel Merino's goal lifts Spain past Belgium, into World Cup semifinals - The Detroit News
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.