A rampant skirmish of two excellent sides this World Cup really needed! England defeated Croatia 4-2 in a six-goal thriller in Boston, successfully kickstarting their 2026 FIFA WC campaign on the wings of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham.Kane’s first-half brace, along with his lovely deep-lying playmaking skills, proved crucial in the rematch of the 2018 World Cup semi-final, which ended in Croatia’s extra-time triumph. Eight years later, with 40-year-old Luka Modric unable to recreate his old magic, the best that Croats could do was a fair, tactical fight, embellished with their remarkable resilience.Harry Kane has overtaken Neymar for international goals, scoring his 80th goal for England 😮🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿Kane has now scored 27 goals more than any other England mens player in history 🤯👏 pic.twitter.com/CqHNciUUF6— OneFootball (@OneFootball) June 17, 2026 The fact that they were able to quickly annul both of Kane’s goals tells you all you need to know about their fighting spirit.And when it come..

Harambee Starlets midfielder Cynthia Shilwatso was twice on the scoresheet as her Simba Queens side dispatched Geita Queens 3-0, to end their Tanzania Women’s Premier League season unbeaten.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsShilwatso, playing in her first season at the club, netted a brace in what was a frenetic first half at the TFF Centre Kigamboni, to wrap an impressive campaign for the hosts, who were declared league champions for the fifth time last month.##NAJAVA_MECA_9802007##The former Beşiktaş midfielder got her first goal in the 33rd minute to make the scoreline 2-0, after Dotto Evarist had scored the opener in the 10th minute.Shilwatso would later add her second goal in the 40th minute, as Simba bossed proceedings in the second half to end their season on a high.Plagued by a late surge in injuries, Simba only had Shilwatso and fellow midfielder Fasila Adhiambo among its star-studded contingent available, with all of: Jentrix Shikangwa, Corazone Aquino, Elizabeth Wa..

It took the Leopards precisely 52 years and three days to score their maiden World Cup goal after they made their WC debut in Germany in 1974, but let’s be honest – it was worth waiting that long!Yoane Wissa’s impeccable header in the fifth minute of the first-half stoppage time against Portugal this Wednesday will go down in history, not just because of its beauty, or the fact he scored it against one of the most renowned national teams in the world. It’s history that has been written in Houston, as DR Congo clinched a much-deserved, hard-fought 1-1 draw against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal in the opening game of Group K.Sebastien Desabre’s men have had an incredible, miraculous run in the last couple of months to book a World Cup ticket. First, they topped Nigeria in the penalty shootout of that dramatic African playoffs before defeating Jamaica in extra time of the intercontinental playoffs (1-0). Unfortunately, due to a devastating Ebola outbreak, the Leopards couldn’t have a prope..

Kenyan basketball star Madina Okot will enjoy the luxury of playing more games in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) after the league expanded its number of regular season games beginning next year.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a Wednesday, 17 June statement, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that the American league was moving from its 44-game schedule to a 50-game season from 2027.##NAJAVA_MECA_9803013##The decision, Engelbert said, was driven by the need to meet the market demands, and increasing interest.”Demand for the WNBA has never been greater, and expanding to a 50-game regular season reflects the extraordinary momentum we are seeing across the league,” Engelbert said in a statement.”This move reflects our commitment to growing the game and creating more opportunities for fans to watch the best players in the world, and experience the extraordinary talent and competition that define the WNBA.”Hopes hit early as Kenya stumble on Davis ..

Manchester City are weighing up a blockbuster move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, The Athletic reports on Wednesday.The Italy international, 26, has emerged as one of City’s leading midfield targets, with the Premier League giants seriously considering a move despite the enormous financial commitment that would be required to prise him away from Newcastle.Mourinho’s crew getting stronger: Bernardo heads to Bernabeu!City’s interest comes amid growing uncertainty over the composition of their midfield. Bernardo Silva has already left for Real Madrid on a free transfer, while Rodri is yet to decide whether he will remain at the Etihad beyond the final year of his contract.The Spanish midfielder, currently on World Cup duty, is expected to announce his plans after the tournament, leaving City preparing for multiple scenarios as they reshape the squad for new head coach Enzo Maresca.Tonali is not the only midfielder on City’s radar.Arsenal stepped on the gas and overtook Man..

After eight intense months, the FKF Women Premier League (WPL) 2025/26 season came to a close on 17 May 2026, bringing to an end what was largely a successful season despite its challenges.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn the end, Kenya Police Bullets continued with their dominance in the WPL, winning their third consecutive title, in what was their third season in the league.The Law Enforcers clinched the title with 52 points to their name, five more than military side Ulinzi Stars, with Kibera Soccer Women coming a distant third with 34 points.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795072##At the other end of the table, Kisumu All Starlets and Kisped Queens were joined by Madira Soccer Assassins as the three teams that dropped to the FKF Women National Super League (WNSL).Following the near-shocker that marred their 2024/2025 season – one that saw them win the title on the last day – Police were more consistent this season, spending most of the season at the top of the league table.English-bas..

South Korea’s national team encountered an unusual situation during a closed training session in Mexico ahead of its upcoming World Cup clash with the host nation.According to the Korean Football Association, an unidentified drone was spotted flying over the team’s practice at the Chivas Valle Verde training complex in Zapopan on June 17. The session was being held behind closed doors as preparations intensified for the match against Mexico on June 19.🚨🇰🇷 A DRONE was SHOT DOWN by Mexico’s National Guard after it was spotted flying over South Korea’s training session.The Federation of the Asian team has already filed a formal complaint with FIFA over possible espionage ahead of the match against Mexico. 🤯Via @ClaroSports pic.twitter.com/AP8QFfEPol— All Fútbol MX 🇲🇽 (@AllFutbolMX) June 17, 2026 The aircraft was detected shortly after training got underway. Security personnel immediately notified a military unit responsible for drone surveillance, which responded by deploying signal-jammi..

Kenya’s Junior Starlets staged a late comeback to secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw against hosts Tanzania in their final Group A match of the ongoing CECAFA U-17 Girls 2026 Championship in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday. With both sides having already secured qualification to the semi-finals, the encounter served as a battle for top spot in the group standings. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe result saw Kenya and Tanzania finish level on seven points, with the Junior Starlets claiming first place courtesy of a superior goal difference.The match burst into life from the opening whistle as both teams sought to assert early dominance. Tanzania threatened first inside six minutes when Yasinta Kaluwa brilliantly worked her way into the penalty area, only for her effort to be comfortably gathered by Kenyan goalkeeper Mishel Okoyo.##NAJAVA_MECA_9802057##Kenya responded through the lively Tabitha Wambui, who continued her impressive tournament form on the left flank. The winger beat h..

Kenya’s tennis team endured a difficult start on Day One of the 2026 Davis Cup Africa Group IV Tournament at Nairobi Club on Wednesday, 17 June, after suffering a 2-1 defeat to favorites Algeria.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya, who are looking to gain promotion into the continent’s Group III, were dealt a huge blow to their ambitions by the North Africans, who defied the partisan crowd in Nairobi, to take early control of proceedings, and take a step towards avenging their relegation from the third-tier last year.Why Kenya will enjoy advantage in 2026 Davis Cup Group IV tournamentAfter a colorful opening ceremony in front of dignitaries including International Olympics Committee member Humphrey Kayange, Kenya kickstarted its campaign led by team captain Ismael Changawa, who dueled up with Samir Hamza Reguig in the first singles match.After exchanging the first six games, it was Hamza, ranked 751st in the world singles, who took the opening set 6-3, setting a platform ..

The World Cup was not supposed to feature Herve Renard.A few months after being dismissed by Saudi Arabia despite leading the Green Falcons to qualification, the veteran French coach appeared destined to watch football’s biggest tournament from afar. Instead, fate has handed him an unexpected return.Tunisia have officially appointed Renard as their new head coach in the middle of the World Cup, tasking the 57-year-old with rescuing a campaign that had barely begun before descending into chaos.##NAJAVA_MECA_9802007##Renard replaces Sabri Lamouchi, who was dismissed after just one match in charge at the tournament following Tunisia’s crushing 5-1 defeat to Sweden. According to reports, the result was only part of the problem, with tensions reportedly growing between Lamouchi, federation officials and members of the squad during his brief tenure.With the Eagles of Carthage in crisis, the Tunisian Football Federation moved swiftly and turned to one of international football’s most experien..