Bandari end winless start with victory over ten-man Tusker

Bandari ended their winless start to the FKF Premier League season after edging Tusker FC 1-0 in an entertaining encounter at Mbaraki Stadium on Sunday, 8 November. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsDerrick Nsibambi scored the decisive goal shortly after the restart to hand the Dockers their first victory of the campaign, and condemn Tusker to their second league defeat.Both sides headed into the fixture with contrasting objectives. Bandari were desperate to break their winless run and get their season underway, while Tusker sought to build on their victory over Ulinzi Stars and maintain momentum in their early title push.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095335##The hosts started brightly and threatened through Darius Msagha, who latched onto Said Tsuma’s inswinging delivery before bursting into the penalty area, only to fire wide.Bandari continued to probe with David Ambulu testing Brian Bwire from distance after being picked out by Msagha, but the Tusker goalkeeper reacted well to gather th..

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Thunder learn Elite 16 rivals as chase for BAL ticket intesifies

Three-time Kenyan basketball champions, Nairobi City Thunder have been pooled in Group A of the Road to BAL (Basketball Africa League) Elite 16, East Division, the final stage of the race for a place in the 2027 BAL season, set for Monday, 23 to Sunday, 29 November at Kasarani Indoor Arena.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe West Division Elite 16 will take place in Abidjan from Monday, 9 to Sunday, 15 November.Thunder, the hosts, who received a bye to this level, have been grouped against South Sudan’s Patriots BC, beneficiaries of a wild card, Zambia’s champions Munali Suns and Burundi’s Urunani.Group B is headlined Dar City of Tanzania, who also received a bye, Dolphins of Botswana as well Namuwongo Blazers and Ferroviario de Maputo of Uganda and Mozambique respectively.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095197##While their clash against the Zambian champions, Munali, who went through the qualifiers hosted in their backyard unbeaten, and Patriots, will be a first, Thunder renew rivalry wit..

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3K bank millions in stalemate against AFC Leopards

3K FC collected Ksh1,179,600 in gate revenue during Saturday’s FKF Premier League clash against AFC Leopards at Embu Stadium, with a strong turnout from home supporters.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe club confirmed the figures in an update on its social media platforms, thanking fans for their support throughout the match.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095335##”We would love to inform our fans that against AFC Leopards yesterday, we were able to collect a total of Ksh1,179,600.”We appreciate every 3K fan who turned up to cheer on our boys from start to finish,” the club posted.Harambee Stars fans question England-based midfielder’s surprise call-upThe latest figures marked the club’s second million-shilling gate collection from a home fixture this season, following the Ksh1,283,380 raised during the Murima Derby against Murang’a Seal.However, Saturday’s collection fell short of that record by Ksh103,780, making the Murang’a Seal encounter their highest-grossing home fixture of the ca..

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Africa Women’s 7s: Lekuru denies Kenya Lionesses peace as Uganda shatter their HSBC SVNS 3 dream

Kenya Lionesses’ hopes of qualifying for HSBC SVNS 3 were dashed after they suffered a 19-12 defeat to Uganda in a fiercely contested Africa Women’s 7s semifinal at the RFUEA Grounds on Sunday, 8 November.The defeat ended Kenya’s hopes of securing promotion to the global competition, with Uganda booking their place in HSBC SVNS 3 following a memorable victory.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095197##The result also marked Uganda’s first victory over the Lionesses since 2023, when they defeated Kenya to clinch the Safari 7s title.Peace Lekuru, the first Ugandan woman to play professional rugby, was the star of the show, scoring twice, while Tina Akello also crossed the whitewash to inspire Uganda to victory.Uganda made a blistering start, with Akello and Lekuru scoring within the opening two minutes to give their side an early advantage.Stars Abroad: Harper makes late appearance as Exeter stun Huddersfield while Anyembe features in Viborg winKenya, however, gradually found their rhythm despite strugglin..

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Manchester under grey skies: Ferguson celebration overshadowed by protests

This weekend at Old Trafford and across Manchester, the atmosphere will be one of celebration, but also tension. The numbers this autumn make for grim reading: Manchester United slipped into the relegation zone on Saturday evening, and the only way out is to beat Aston Villa at 7:30pm. Even so, the fact that a club of United’s stature finds itself in such a position is more than enough to leave every supporter at the Theatre of Dreams deeply concerned.A November warning has turned into a full-blown red alert, one that should have been sounded much earlier but is now echoing loudly through the corridors of Old Trafford. The alarm bells are ringing, signalling that the time for meaningful action has arrived, rather than more empty words. And the only place where that action truly matters is on the pitch.We’re back at Old Trafford on Sunday 💪❤️‍🔥— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 5, 2026 There will be a celebratory occasion this weekend, as the club hosts a dinner in honour of legenda..

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Harambee Stars fans question England-based midfielder’s surprise call-up

Henry Ochieng’s maiden senior Harambee Stars call-up has sparked mixed reactions among Kenyan football supporters, with some fans questioning his credentials and urging him to turn down the invitation.Head coach Benni McCarthy named the Slough Town captain in his final squad for Kenya’s double-header against South Africa in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095213##However, what should have been a moment of celebration for the midfielder quickly turned into an uncomfortable introduction to the demands of international football after his announcement attracted a barrage of criticism on social media.Ochieng, who will compete for a place in midfield alongside Stade Rennes’ Manzur Okwaro, Alwyn Tera and Zak Vyner, took to his social media accounts to express his excitement, simply posting: “Honoured.”His announcement, however, did not receive the warm reception he might have expected, with several supporters questioning his identity, club level and suitabili..

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Powerful even when weakened — PSG secured 3 points with their second-string lineup

For just two hours, Paris Saint-Germain shared top spot in Ligue 1 with their city rivals Paris FC. Although they were not as convincing as expected, the reigning champions got the job done. Troyes were dealt with (1-0), allowing the Parisians to head into the two-week international break in complete peace of mind, sitting alone at the summit and extending their winning streak to 11 matches.⌛️ Eleven consecutive wins for Paris Saint-Germain! ❤️💙 #PSGESTAC I @Ligue1_ENG https://t.co/HfaueoNrON— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) November 7, 2026 The decisive moment came just before half-time, when Illya Zabarnyi found the net following a cross from Senny Mayulu. PSG had been in complete control up to that point, creating several promising opportunities, and it seemed only a matter of time before the visitors’ defensive wall would crumble.Troyes have beaten PSG just once this century, way back in 2001, when Les Parisiens were nowhere near as powerful as they are today. In fact, they have..

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FKF scout Obado reveals how he unearthed Kenya U15 World Cup stars

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) junior scout Francis Obado has lifted the lid on how he identified some of the players who went on to represent Kenya at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsObado, one of the scouts recruited and trained by FKF to identify promising young footballers across the country, revealed how grassroots tournaments and school competitions helped him spot some of the talents who eventually made Patrick Nyale’s squad.Among the players he identified were goalkeeper Elvis Odhiambo, Bleza Barack, popularly known as Maringo, Javan Ochieng, and Duncan Muya, all of whom made it into his scouting network.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101473##His involvement in the talent identification exercise was particularly rewarding, with Kenya’s youngsters going on to deliver an impressive campaign in Baku, finishing as the highest-ranked nation from the CECAFA region.The Kenyan side finished 26th overall among 189 participating ..

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Former AFC Leopards chairman Shikanda rejects FKF ouster and accuses goons of disrupting Meru SGM

Former AFC Leopards chairman and Nairobi National Executive Committee (NEC) representative Dan Shikanda has rejected his removal from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) NEC and accused organisers of using goons to disrupt the Special General Meeting (SGM) held in Meru.Download Our MozzartSport App for More NewsShikanda, one of seven NEC members voted out of office during Saturday’s meeting, insists the process was neither free nor legitimate, arguing that the chaotic atmosphere surrounding the gathering undermined its credibility.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101473##The high-stakes meeting, held on 7 November and presided over by FKF President Hussein Mohammed, saw Vice President McDonald Mariga and six other NEC members expelled following allegations of constitutional violations and prolonged absenteeism.Representatives from FIFA, the Confederation of African Football (CAF), and the State Department for Sports were also present.However, Shikanda has questioned the legitimacy of the proceedings, c..

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WPL: Ulinzi Starlets, Police Bullets, Kibera Soccer and Shabana in Sunday action

The FKF Women Premier League (WPL) match week seven continues with four matches lined up for today, Sunday, 8 November.The day’s highlight will be a double-header at the Mumias Sports Complex, where Bungoma Queens will face Ulinzi Starlets before Vihiga Queens take on Kenya Police Bullets.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095197##In the other matches, Shabana Starlets will host Trinity Starlets, while Kibera Soccer Women square off against Elim White Ladies.Today’s fixtures follow two matches played on Saturday, 7 November, in which Gideon Starlets secured an emphatic 3-1 victory over Kayole Starlets, while varsity side Zetech Sparks handed Mathare United Women a 3-1 defeat.Ahead of today’s action, Ulinzi Starlets remain top of the WPL table with 18 points following a perfect start to the season, having won all their opening six matches.FKF PL: High-stakes Gor Mahia vs Nairobi United clash headlines Sunday fixturesDefending champions Kenya Police Bullets are second with 15 points, level with third-place..

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