Minor troubles on the pitch, a bigger problem off the pitch.With four points won in two games, England have already qualified for the knockout phase of the 2026 World Cup. Still, the top of the group is yet to be secured, as the unexpected draw against Ghana slightly complicated the Three Lions’ position.Belgium cruise into World Cup knockout stage with five-star display against New ZealandOnly slightly, as victory over Panama tonight (00.00) should see Thomas Tuchel’s side finish top of the group.Unfortunately, they’ll have to fight the decisive battle without Reece James, who has picked up yet another hamstring injury – 10th in the last five and a half years. The Chelsea captain suffered the same injury back in March, keeping him out for six weeks.🇩🇪 Thomas Tuchel on the news that Reece James’ World Cup could be over because of a hamstring injury:🗣️ “Nobody could see it coming, Reece was in good shape.”🚨 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥: This is Reece James’ injury record:🤕 2025/26: Hamstring injury (Missed..

Fresh controversy has emerged in the race to the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term Two Regional Championships, after Kakamega School lodged an appeal challenging the eligibility of several Butere Boys High School players, following the Kakamega County boys’ football final.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe appeal, which has been presented before the county jury, raises a series of allegations relating to age eligibility, player registration, transfer regulations, and class repetition. If upheld, the case could have significant implications for the county football champions ahead of the regional championships.According to documents submitted by Kakamega School, six players have been cited in the appeal.##NAJAVA_MECA_9820484##The first allegation concerns Bonphas Ingwe, whom the appeal claims was born in 2004, making him ineligible under the current KSSSA age regulations. The documents also cite his KCPE index number as supporting evidence.The appe..

Veteran defender Sosthenes Idah has officially brought the curtain down on his stint with APS Bomet, following the conclusion of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe experienced centre-back leaves after playing his part in what proved to be a memorable debut campaign in the top flight for the Bomet-based side. Having earned promotion for the first time in the club’s history, APS Bomet defied early-season struggles to retain their Premier League status, producing a remarkable turnaround that saw them comfortably avoid relegation by the end of the campaign. Six foreign players who impressed in the 2025-2026 FKFPL seasonIdah departs with nothing but appreciation for the club, its supporters and everyone involved in the journey.”I want to thank everyone at APS Bomet for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to be part of such a historic season. From the management, technical bench and my teammates to the incredible fans, I’m grateful..

Egypt booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after holding Iran to a dramatic 1-1 draw in a thrilling Group G finale at a packed Lumen Field in Seattle on Saturday morning, with a stoppage-time VAR decision proving decisive in one of the tournament’s most dramatic finishes.The Pharaohs finished second in the group after surviving a relentless late assault from Iran, who believed they had snatched victory in added time only for Khalilzadeh’s goal to be ruled out for a marginal offside following a lengthy VAR review. Iran then struck the crossbar moments later but could not find the breakthrough that would have guaranteed qualification, leaving them to wait anxiously to discover whether they would progress as one of the best third-placed teams.##NAJAVA_MECA_9821783##Match ReportPlayed in front of another vibrant crowd in Seattle, the match burst into life almost immediately as both sides understood the importance of the final group fixture.Egypt took the lead after just fiv..

Cape Verde completed one of the biggest stories of the FIFA World Cup after battling to a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia to book a historic place in the Round of 32.The Blue Sharks finished second in Group H behind Spain after collecting three draws against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.##NAJAVA_MECA_9820469##Spain’s victory over Uruguay in the other group match ensured Bubista’s side progressed, while Saudi Arabia exited the tournament with just two points.The final whistle sparked emotional scenes at Houston Stadium as Cape Verde’s players and technical bench gathered around a mobile phone to follow the closing moments of Spain’s win over Uruguay.Once confirmation of qualification came through, celebrations erupted as the island nation secured the greatest achievement in its football history.Spain wins World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion homeCape Verde, which has become one of the tournament’s surprise packages, will now face defending..

He became a national hero without even realizing it. A bizarre scene unfolded after the World Cup match between Japan and Sweden, as Anthony Elanga walked off the pitch disappointed despite his team securing a place in the Round of 16. You might be wondering why. The answer is surprisingly simple: he had no idea Sweden had qualified.In fact, they might not have if it weren’t for the Newcastle winger. Japan took the lead early in the first half through Daizen Maeda, leaving Sweden stuck on just three points – a tally that likely wouldn’t have been enough to reach the knockout stage.Japan and Sweden both reach World Cup last 32 after Elanga’s equaliser seals drawHowever, Elanga soon produced a stunning long-range strike that ultimately earned Sweden a priceless draw and, as it turned out, a spot in the last 16. The only problem was that Elanga didn’t realize just how important his goal was.The former Manchester United winger was convinced Sweden needed to win. In the closing stages, inst..