Sadio Mane could take no more!He’s been a Senegal international for 14 years, but 2026 was arguably the toughest one for him and his national team.The beginning of the year brought a dream Africa Cup of Nations, which the Lions of Teranga won, beating the hosts Morocco 1-0 in the final after extra time, only to be stripped of the title two months later, with the Atlas Lions being awarded a 3-0 victory by default and crowned champions by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).Morocco crowned AFCON champions as CAF annuls Senegal’s victoryJust when Mane and Co. had recovered from that shock, another one followed.The Lions of Teranga arrived in the USA, Canada, and Mexico as one of the 2026 World Cup dark horses, despite being drawn into a group of death, alongside France, Norway, and Iraq.Although they barely advanced to the knockout phase, Senegal were on the verge of eliminating Belgium in the Round of 32. Nevertheless, they bottled a 2-0 lead late in the game and eventually suffe..

Thika Sports Club professional Samuel Chege produced a breathtaking final-round charge to clinch his maiden Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing title after winning the Absa Invitational, the fourth leg of the circuit, at Nyali Golf & Country Club.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsChege overturned a three-shot deficit after beginning the final day tied for ninth, carding a superb six-under-par 65 to finish on seven-under-par 206, the lowest aggregate score of the tournament.##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##His flawless display included seven birdies on the 1st, 4th, 5th, 7th, 11th, 16th and 17th holes, with his only dropped shot coming at the 12th. The victory completed an impressive recovery after an opening-round 75 had left him well off the pace.An elated Chege credited his patience and belief for the breakthrough victory.”I’m really happy to get my first Sunshine Development Tour title. After the first round, I knew I had to stay patient and keep believing because there wa..

FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia and Mozzart Bet Cup holders Tusker have discovered their opponents for the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup following the tournament draw conducted on Friday.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe regional championship, which returns to Rwanda from 24 July to 7 August, will bring together East and Central Africa’s top clubs in a fortnight-long battle for supremacy.##NAJAVA_MECA_9842304##Record Kenyan champions Gor have been handed a daunting Group A assignment, where they will face Uganda Premier League (UPL) champions Vipers SC, APR (Rwanda), and Djibouti’s Garde Républicaine, who earned a place in the competition through a CECAFA invitation.Tusker, meanwhile, have been drawn in Group C alongside Rwandan giants Rayon Sports, Zanzibar Premier League champions KVZ SC, and Sudan’s Al Hilal SC.The Brewers were drafted into the tournament after Sudanese outfit Al Merrikh SC withdrew because of delays in concluding their domestic league, paving the way ..

Last night, France once again demonstrated why they are considered the top favourites to win the World Cup. Morocco held firm during the opening half, with Yassine Bounou denying Kylian Mbappe’s penalty, but the six-minute blitzkrieg after the break sealed the Atlas Lions’ World Cup fate.Les Bleus were dominant throughout the game, and it seemed only a matter of time before they broke their rivals’ resistance.Mbappe and Dembele too strong for the Atlas LionsFollowing the 2-0 triumph, everyone in France is naturally satisfied, and the confidence is sky-high ahead of the semi-finals against one of their neighbours, either Spain or Belgium. The focus is on the analysis of the win against Morocco, but also on one burning question that looms over the delight:Is Mbappe okay?Les Bleus captain was forced off the pitch in the 77th minute of the clash in Foxborough due to an ankle injury, and was later seen sitting on the bench with ice strapped to his foot.😬French skipper Kylian Mbappe was foul..

BETTING GUIDE: Spain vs BelgiumSpain and Belgium face off in a mouth-watering 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final with a place in the semi-finals at stake.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe two European heavyweights meet in Los Angeles, where Spain will be aiming to continue their remarkable defensive record while Belgium look to extend their impressive unbeaten run.##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##La Roja have arguably been the tournament’s most complete side, progressing through the knockout rounds without conceding a single goal.Belgium, meanwhile, have recovered from a slow group-stage start to score 12 goals in their last three matches, setting up an intriguing battle between one of the tournament’s best attacks and its strongest defence.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), FridayVenue: SoFi Stadium, Los AngelesStage: Quarter-finalCurrent standings: Knockout Stage (Quarter-finals)Mbappe and Dembele too strong for the Atlas LionsQualification implications: The winner advances to the W..