Nairobi United have confirmed the signing of Harambee Stars defender Kevin ‘Chumsy’ Okumu, making him the club’s first major acquisition of the ongoing transfer window as preparations gather pace for the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season.The versatile right-back joins Nairobi as Belgian tactician Patrick Aussems begins strengthening his squad following the conclusion of the club’s debut top-flight campaign.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAnnouncing the move on social media, Nairobi United welcomed the experienced defender with a bold message:”He owns the right flank. The King has arrived. Kevin ‘Chumsy’ Okumu is officially a Naiboi!”Okumu’s arrival is expected to significantly strengthen Nairobi United’s options on the right side of defence, thanks to his pace, attacking instincts and defensive solidity. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##Equally comfortable playing as a traditional full-back or wing-back, the former Wazito FC defender brings valuable top-flight and international exp..

Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Vice Chairman Paul Bitok expects an intense battle when the 2025-2026 KVF National League Finals get underway this weekend. The former KCB tactician noted that the season’s numerous upsets have set the stage for one of the most competitive championship deciders in recent years.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe three-day finals, scheduled for this weekend at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, will crown the men’s and women’s national champions, with Kenya’s top clubs battling in best-of-three title series.Bitok believes the unpredictable nature of the season has made it difficult to call outright favorites, pointing to the elimination of traditional powerhouses and the emergence of new contenders.”The 2025/26 National League has been very competitive. We started last year in November, and now we are ending this weekend. We had 16 teams for the men, and then we had the second round with 16 teams. We played knockout, and afterwards we went to Mombas..

Tusker head coach Julien Mette realistically does not expect his side to win the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, but believes participating at this year’s tournament will provide the Brewers proper preparation ahead of their return to continental football next season.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsTusker, who were crowned domestic winners of the Mozzart Bet Cup last month, were a week ago drafted into the regional competition to be held in Rwanda from Friday, 24 July to Friday, 7 August, following the dropping out of Sudan side, El Merriekh SC, due to a delayed conclusion to their domestic season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##“We are preparing to go to CECAFA which was not initially in our plans, but we have been invited,” Mette, who will have his first pre-season with Tusker after joining the side in the middle of last season, told the club website on Friday, 17 July. “This is something very good for us especially ahead of continental football.”Having flattered to deceive for the better..

Nottinghamshire’s historic local rivalry is set to be briefly reignited on Saturday afternoon as newly promoted League One side Notts County hosts Premier League neighbors Nottingham Forest at Meadow Lane.Download Our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsWhile only a preseason friendly, meetings between these two Trentside rivals—whose stadiums are separated by a mere 300 yards—never lack competitive edge or local passion.For Nottingham Forest, this fixture marks the beginning of their summer schedule and the dawn of a new era under Oliver Glasner, who took over following Vitor Pereira’s dismissal.##NAJAVA_MECA_9850730##Notts County, meanwhile, are further ahead in their preparations, having already played three warm-up fixtures. Both teams will be eager to use this clash to test new signings, build match fitness, and secure bragging rights.Kick-off: 5:00 PM (Kenyan Time), SaturdayVenue: Meadow LaneGroup: Club FriendliesHave you ever wrote a love letter to your idol? Young Enzo didQualificat..

When Luis de la Fuente named his starting XI for Spain’s World Cup opener against Cabo Verde and thus revealed which players he trusted most, many argued that it wasn’t the strongest lineup he could have chosen.All the stars were there – Rodri, Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Marc Cucurella… The only question mark was in goal.Teacher vs student in the WC final – the greatest lecture of international footballThe public wondered why on Earth the 65-year-old would opt for Unai Simon over David Raya – a Premier League winner and three-time consecutive EPL Golden Glove winner.To learn the answer, we have to go back a decade and explore the Athletic Bilbao custodian and the tactician’s shared journey with the Spain national team.They have worked together since 2015, starting with the U-19 team, then progressing through the U-21 side and the Olympic team, before eventually joining forces at the senior level.##NAJAVA_MECA_9853350##More significantly, the two reached six major tournament finals during t..

Sofapaka FC have appointed former club captain James Situma as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as the former FKF Premier League champions begin an ambitious rebuilding process following their relegation to the National Super League (NSL).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe former Harambee Stars defender replaces Herbert Kungah and takes over at a crucial time for Batoto Ba Mungu, who are targeting an immediate return to the top flight after bringing to an end their 17-year stay in the FKF-PL.Situma’s appointment marks the return of one of the most celebrated figures in the club’s history.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##Having worn the captain’s armband during Sofapaka’s most successful era, he now returns in an executive role with the responsibility of guiding the club back to the summit of Kenyan football.The former defender enjoyed two successful spells at the club between 2007 and 2011 before returning for the 2012/13 season.During his time at Sofapaka, Situma captained t..