On May 16 – nearly three months ago – Robert Lewandowski announced he’d leave Barcelona.The Catalans were aware that Ferran Torres would remain their only alternative at center-forward and went all out for Julian Alvarez.The transfer saga between Barca and Atletico Madrid over the Argentine lasted for months, and, in the end, the La Liga champions got nothing. If anything, they lost precious time.Why is Barca selling Torres for less money?When it became clear that Torres was set to join Paris Saint-Germain, Barca were left stunned and without a genuine striker in the squad.With the clock ticking – their new La Liga campaign kicks off in nine days – the club has been forced into a frantic search for alternatives on the transfer market.Their plan B was Lautaro Martinez, but neither Inter Milan nor their captain was interested in doing business with the Catalans, so Barca had to clutch at straws and focus on efforts to bring in Luis Suarez.According to @FabrizioRomano, Luis Suárez is FC B..

Nyamira Girls have wasted no time in announcing their intentions at the 2026 FEASSSA Games in Morogoro, and head coach Dennis Kigai believes the Kenyan side has both the hunger and experience to reclaim the regional girls’ hockey crown.The former champions opened their campaign with the biggest victory of the first round of girls’ hockey matches, sweeping aside hosts Arusha Meru 6-0 to immediately put themselves among the early contenders for the title.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsFor Kigai, however, the result was more than just three points and a healthy goal difference.“The big win came as a big morale boost. We’ve had great preparation as we gear up to win this year’s trophy,” said Kigai.The emphatic start comes after a painful finish to Nyamira’s KSSSA national campaign, where they finished runners-up to St Joseph’s Girls Kitale.The Nyanza side had taken the national final to the wire, holding JOGA to a goalless draw before losing in a post-match shootout. ##NAJAVA_..

Manchester City’s interest in Enzo Fernandez has been nothing new. After all, the Cityzens have been eyeing the Argentine back in April, keen to pair him with Elliot Anderson in midfield.Tijjani Reijnders’ move to the Saudi club Al-Qadsiah and Rodri’s potential transfer to Barcelona have only intensified City’s push to sign Enzo.However, Chelsea’s response was quite unexpected, as they accelerated the process to a pace the Cityzens couldn’t match.Chelsea give City an ultimatum over EnzoIn a bid to avoid another transfer saga and prevent things from dragging on until the end of the month, the Blues issued an ultimatum to the Manchester club: splash out £120 million by Friday at 19.00 or forget about signing Fernandez.And their strategy clearly did the trick, as Chelsea received no offers for their vice-captain, meaning he is now set to stay at Stamford Bridge.🚨🔵 Chelsea have not received any official bid for Enzo Fernández — as their own 5pm UK time ‘deadline’ has now passed.#CFC inform..

Blak Blad assistant captain Claude Nyamiro is eyeing a return to competitive action at this weekend’s Kabeberi 7s after spending the last month on the sidelines nursing a finger injury.The 2026 Kabeberi 7s will take place from Saturday, 15, to Sunday, 16 August at the RFUEA Grounds.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsNyamiro suffered a pinky finger injury during a training session a month ago, forcing him to miss the opening two legs of the National Sevens Circuit. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##However, the influential captain has now resumed full training after having his cast removed last Tuesday and is optimistic about making his comeback on home soil.”I picked up the injury about a month ago during one of our training sessions and unfortunately had to spend some time on the sidelines. The recovery process has gone really well, and I’m grateful to the medical team and everyone who supported me throughout.I had the cast removed last Tuesday, and I’ve already returned to full trainin..

For Kesogon Secondary School, the 2026 season has already offered an opportunity to rewrite a story that has been building for several years. The Trans Nzoia-based girls’ volleyball side arrived in Morogoro on the back of another national championship campaign that ended with gold, but also with something potentially more valuable: a second chance to finish the year with two major trophies.Their FEASSSA campaign began emphatically on Thursday, as Kesogon swept Tanzania’s Lumala 3-0, winning the sets 25-3, 25-7 and 25-12.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKesogon conceded just 22 points across three sets, immediately underlining the quality and intensity that has made them one of Kenya’s most consistent girls’ volleyball programmes.And with their biggest domestic rival Kwanthanze absent from Morogoro, the question now is whether this could finally be Kesogon’s golden year.Kesogon’s journey to Morogoro has been shaped by one recurring storyline: coming close, but not quite finis..

Kakamega School’s return to the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games got off to a disappointing start after the Kenyan champions fell 2-1 to Uganda’s Kyadondo Secondary School at Jamhuri Stadium in Morogoro on Friday afternoon.Raphael Masimo and Joseph Rakuba scored for Kyadondo, while Daniel Ombati pulled one back for the Green Commandos, who now face a difficult task in Group C after surrendering three points in their opening fixture.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKyadondo, who finished fourth at the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Games, came into the contest with purpose and immediately put the Kenyan champions under pressure.Rakuba forced Kakamega goalkeeper Chris Georgian into action inside the opening minute before Masimo continued to lead the Ugandans’ charge.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##Much like St Mary’s Yala against St Mary’s Kitende earlier in the day, Kakamega spent the opening stages chasing the ball and..

Kenyan girls’ football representatives got off to a fair start at the FEASSSA Games, with both teams settling for draws as proceedings got underway in Morogoro on Friday.While Kakamega School and St. Mary’s Yala suffered defeats in the boys’ competition, the Kenyan girls avoided a losing start, with St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale playing out a goalless draw against Tanzanian side Alliance Girls.Meanwhile, Nyakach Girls settled for a 1-1 draw with Uganda’s Jinja Progressive Academy.##NAJAVA_MECA_9883243##At Highlands Rehabilitation Centre, St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale found Alliance Girls a difficult side to break down as both teams battled for control from the opening whistle.The Kenyan champions, appearing at the regional games for the third consecutive time, created several promising moments but could not find the final touch needed to turn their pressure into a goal.Abigail Simiyu remained a constant threat in attack, making several driving runs into the box and testing the Tanzanian defenc..

William Saliba and Jurrien Timber’s injuries have seriously derailed Arsenal’s plans.Although they may not have initially planned to pursue a defender, the Gunners seem forced to make a move and look for an alternative, as it remains unclear when the Frenchman and the Dutchman will return to the pitch. It won’t happen any time soon, that’s for sure.Galata: Martinelli? Arsenal: Osimhen?Therefore, Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta and his associates had to roll up their sleeves and get to work, and a potential target has emerged.According to Sky Sports, it’s none other than the former Liverpool academy product, Jarell Quansah!BREAKING: Arsenal are in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a possible deal for England defender Jarell Quansah 🚨 pic.twitter.com/CCP15iUbSH— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) August 14, 2026 The versatile defender, who can cover both center-back and right-back equally well, came through the Reds’ academy, spending 17 years at Anfield (two with the first team). ..

Kenyan girls’ football representatives got off to a fair start at the FEASSSA Games, with both teams settling for draws as proceedings got underway in Morogoro on Friday.While Kakamega School and St. Mary’s Yala suffered defeats in the boys’ competition, the Kenyan girls avoided a losing start, with St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale playing out a goalless draw against Tanzanian side Alliance Girls.Meanwhile, Nyakach Girls settled for a 1-1 draw with Uganda’s Jinja Progressive Academy.##NAJAVA_MECA_9883243##At Highlands Rehabilitation Centre, St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale found Alliance Girls a difficult side to break down as both teams battled for control from the opening whistle.The Kenyan champions, appearing at the regional games for the third consecutive time, created several promising moments but could not find the final touch needed to turn their pressure into a goal.Abigail Simiyu remained a constant threat in attack, making several driving runs into the box and testing the Tanzanian defenc..

The 2026-2027 Football Kenya Federation Premier League season is set to usher in a fresh wave of foreign talent, with clubs looking beyond Kenya’s borders to strengthen their squads ahead of what promises to be another fiercely contested campaign.From proven goalscorers and commanding defenders to creative midfielders and exciting wingers, several international recruits are preparing to experience Kenyan top-flight football for the first time.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWhile not every foreign signing is guaranteed to hit the ground running, a number of this season’s arrivals come with impressive résumés, strong reputations and the expectation of making an immediate impact. Their performances could prove crucial in the title race, the battle for continental qualification and the fight for survival.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##The physical and demanding nature of the Premier League will provide the ultimate test of their adaptability. Some will quickly win over supporters and ..