This has evolved into a pattern by now – Brazil easily wins the World Cup group, gets past a non-European side and then gets swept away by the first European team they face in the knockouts.It started in 2006 (vs France, 1/4 finals), continued four years later (vs Netherlands, 1/4 finals), erupted in a home tragedy in 2014 (vs Germany, 1/2 finals), and then repeated itself in the next three tournaments (vs Belgium in 2018, vs Croatia in 2022 and vs Norway in 2026). Haaland leads Norway towards history! Two shots are all it took to hand Brazil another disgraceThere are entire generations of young Brazilians who haven’t witnessed Brazil top a European team at World Cups, with the last one being that WC triumph in the showdown against Germany 24 years ago in Yokohama.Last night’s 2-1 defeat to Norway, moreover, is the worst Selecao result at the global tournament since 1990, when they were also eliminated in the Round of 16 (Diego Maradona’s Argentina). The Brazilian football federation C..

Kenya Under-17 women’s national team coach,Mildred Cheche,has hailed the successful transition of several members of the historic Junior Starlets squad into the senior Harambee Starlets, describing it as clear proof that the country’s player development pathway is delivering results.The praise comes as the Junior Starlets stand on the brink of qualifying for a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Cheche’s side took a giant step towards Morocco 2026 after defeating South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final qualifying round in Pretoria, on Saturday, and will look to finish the job in the return leg at home next Sunday.##NAJAVA_MECA_9833418##The prospect of another World Cup qualification further underlines the progress Kenya has made since Cheche guided the country to its maiden FIFA World Cup appearance in 2024.Several players from that groundbreaking squad have since graduated to the Harambee Starlets, including: Valerie Nekesa, Elizabeth Ochaka, Lorine Ilavonga, Lorna ..

Erling Haaland’s clinical brace may have sealed Norway’s famous 2-1 victory over Brazil, but the striker was far from the only hero on a memorable night. Standing tall behind him was goalkeeper Orjan Nyland, whose outstanding performance proved just as decisive in sending Norway into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in history.While Haaland struck twice in the space of 11 minutes to stun the five-time world champions, Nyland delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. The veteran shot-stopper denied Bruno Guimaraes from the penalty spot in the 14th minute before repeatedly frustrating Brazil’s star-studded attack with a string of crucial saves🚨🇳🇴 Ørjan Nyland saves Bruno Guimarães’ penalty for Norway against Brazil. pic.twitter.com/cQVHDBwMKC— Sports on Predict (@predictdotsport) July 5, 2026 Among his finest moments were excellent stops to keep out Vinicius Junior, as well as a remarkable reaction save that prevented Kristoffer Ajer from turning the ball into his own net ..

Gor Mahia General Secretary Ronald Ngala has defended the club’s handling of Enoch Morrison’s departure, insisting the record FKF Premier League champions did everything within their power to retain the Ghanaian midfielder before he opted to pursue a new challenge abroad.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMorrison recently completed a free transfer to Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh SC after signing a three-year contract, bringing an end to a successful two-year spell at K’Ogalo.The move caught many Gor Mahia supporters by surprise, with a section of the fanbase questioning how the club allowed one of its standout performers to leave without securing a contract extension. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9834451##Morrison had established himself as a fan favourite after inspiring Gor Mahia’s successful 2025-205 FKF Premier League title-winning campaign, earning both the league’s best midfielder and the Most Valuable Player awards.The Ghanaian joined Gor Mahia from Ghanaian powerhouse Asante Kotoko on..

Kenyan assistant referee Stephen Yiembe has reached another landmark in his fast-rising career after being named in the officiating team for the 2026 UEFA Super Cup, becoming the first Kenyan match official ever selected to work in a UEFA competition.The FIFA-accredited assistant referee will serve as the second assistant referee when UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain take on UEFA Europa League champions Aston Villa on 12 August at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Germany.##NAJAVA_MECA_9833418##Yiembe will be part of an all-East African officiating crew led by Somalia’s Omar Artan, who will serve as the centre referee, with Djibouti’s Liban Abdoulrazack Ahmed serving as first assistanr referee.The appointment is the latest milestone for the Nakuru-born official, who has rapidly established himself among Africa’s elite assistant referees.Inside new Shabana coach’s plan to dethrone Gor Mahia in 2026-2027 seasonBorn in 1989, Yiembe has enjoyed a meteoric rise on the internat..

England survived a spirited Mexico comeback to book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a thrilling 3-2 victory in a dramatic Round of 16 clash at the Mexico City Stadium on Monday morning.The Three Lions appeared to be in complete control after racing into a two-goal lead through Jude Bellingham before Harry Kane extended their advantage from the penalty spot early in the second half. However, a red card for Jarell Quansah and a late Mexican onslaught ensured the European giants had to dig deep to preserve their lead and set up a quarter-final showdown with Norway, who stunned Brazil in another Round of 16 encounter.##NAJAVA_MECA_9833418##England made the brighter start and were rewarded in the 36th minute when Bukayo Saka floated a delightful cross into the penalty area for Bellingham, who powered a header beyond Raul Rangel to hand Thomas Tuchel’s men the lead.Just two minutes later, England doubled their advantage through another moment of brilliance involvin..

Norway have long been tipped as the dark horse of this World Cup, and tonight they proved exactly why. Their Round of 16 clash with Brazil promised plenty, and it certainly delivered. Who else but Erling Haaland could be Norway’s hero? The prolific striker scored two superb goals to guide his country into a historic World Cup quarter-final.Brazil did manage to pull one back through Neymar from the penalty spot in the closing minutes, reducing the deficit to 2-1, but by then the damage had already been done and another Brazilian disappointment was inevitable.While Haaland stole the headlines, goalkeeper Nyland also deserves enormous credit. His first-half penalty save from Bruno Guimaraes, along with several other outstanding stops throughout the match, laid the foundation for one of the greatest victories in Norway’s history.This might just be Erling Haaland’s World Cup.Norway’s leading man scores twice to knock Brazil out and send his country through to their first-ever men’s World Cu..

Tottenham have reportedly emerged as a potential destination for Rafael Leao, with AC Milan willing to let the Portuguese forward leave after he fell out of favour under new head coach Ruben Amorim. The Rossoneri are actively seeking a buyer this summer as they look to balance the books following an underwhelming campaign.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Milan have already informed Tottenham that Leao is available. After finishing fifth in Serie A last season, the Italian giants are prepared to cash in on one of their biggest stars, especially as Amorim has reportedly decided the winger does not fit into his long-term plans.Tottenham Hotspur has been offered the chance to sign Rafael Leao, according to the Italian media.La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Tottenham have been offered the chance to sign Leao, with Milan willing to sell the winger for up to €70 million (£60m, $80m).#THFC #COYS… pic.twitter.com/6t8NY5tO7m— Gary Ward (@GaryRWard) July 4, 2026 Leao’s 2025-26 season was..