Clifton Miheso leaves return to football door open

Kenyan international Clifton Miheso has explained his decision to put his football career on hold and pursue a Master’s degree in Sports Management.Miheso noted that he is preparing for life after retirement while expanding his involvement in sports development.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe 33-year-old winger secured a full scholarship to study at the renowned Johan Cruyff Institute in the Netherlands, a move he believes will equip him with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the next chapter of his career beyond the pitch.Miheso had attracted interest from FKF Premier League sides Bandari FC and Kariobangi Sharks during the latest transfer window but opted against signing for either club as he prioritises his academic pursuits.However, the former Harambee Stars international has not ruled out a return to competitive football in January, when he expects to have completed most of his academic units. A suitable offer could see him resume his playing career.Clifto..

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Malkia Strikers drawn in group of death at FIVB 2027 Volleyball World Cup

Kenya’s Women’s national volleyball team, Malkia Strikers, have been drawn into a snake-bitten group after the 2027 FIVB Volleyball World Cup draw, for the competition set to take place from 20 August 20 to 5, September 2027, jointly hosted by the United States and Canada.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsMalkia Strikers are drawn in Group B alongside World giants Brazil, European heavyweights Czech Republic and Asian masterminds Korea, with matches staged at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida.With the top three teams in the World Cup earning a place at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Games, the work is now cut out for Malkia Strikers, who now have a clear picture of the hurdles before them.Ranked second in the FIVB World Rankings, Brazil is a certified superpower in volleyball and an elite contender for the World title, boasting two Olympic gold medals and 12 volleyball Grand Prix titles.Billions Kenya’s likely to splash in hosting Bayern vs Ajax friendly in NairobiCzech Republ..

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TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How Gor Mahia’s dangerous wide areas saw them edge organised Kakamega Homeboyz to maintain flawless league start

Gor Mahia extended their winning run to four consecutive matches with a narrow 1-0 victory over Kakamega Homeboyz, a result shaped by contrasting approaches to progression, wide-area attacks and transitions.Homeboyz found ways to control possession through Jackson Imbiakha early on and create opportunities from wide deliveries, but Gor remained dangerous through flank combinations and quick forward movements.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe decisive moment arrived in the second half, when Gor capitalised on a midfield turnover to score through David Okoth. From that point, the defending champions managed the game through more patient possession, while Homeboyz struggled to convert their territorial pressure into an equaliser.##NAJAVA_MECA_10066843##Both teams started in a 4-3-3, but their possession structures reflected different priorities. Kakamega Homeboyz used Ibrahim Wanzala in goal behind Collins Odhiambo, Maurice Ojwang, Charles Saramu and Geoffrey Ochieng. Imbiakh..

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Tevez opens up about his move to City

Carlos Tevez’s career was filled with trophies, but also marred by controversy. The temperamental Argentine infuriated Manchester United fans when he joined city rivals Manchester City, with whom he once again became English champion. The Argentine revealed how that transfer came about in a conversation with his former teammate at Old Trafford, Rio Ferdinand. Before we get to the quotes, a quick reminder that Tevez spent two seasons at United on loan from West Ham. During that time, he won the Champions League and played in the final, won two Premier League titles, one FA Cup and one League Cup, as well as the FIFA Club World Cup in 2008. In other words, he won everything he could.No hard feelings: Carrick and Bruno bury the hatchetDespite successfully wearing the Red Devils’ shirt and scoring 34 goals and providing 14 assists in 99 appearances, Manchester United did not make his move permanent. Instead, he ended up at their city rivals. He says it was out of revenge.”Oh, Rio, look… ..

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NSL 2026/27: Meet the 20 teams, coaches, home grounds, and promotion ambitions

The National Super League (NSL) is preparing to return in November after more than three months of uncertainty, with 20 clubs expected to battle for promotion to the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL).But as the second tier prepares for another campaign, familiar questions remain. There is no league sponsor, no main broadcast partner, no prize money for the eventual champions and, once again, uncertainty over club licensing and the competition’s calendar.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe latest interruption, following a court order obtained by Darajani Gogo, has left clubs waiting to discover when their preseason work will finally translate into competitive football.Several clubs are also caught up in legal disputes over promotion and participation, adding another layer of uncertainty to an already complicated build-up.For the teams, however, there is a season to prepare for, players to integrate, and promotion ambitions to pursue.Some are former top-flight s..

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Billions Kenya’s likely to splash in hosting Bayern vs Ajax friendly in Nairobi

Kenyan government will spend up to Ksh1 billion to invite German Champions Bayern Munich and Ajax for the Tuesday, 5 January international friendly match at the Raila Odinga International Stadium, formerly Talanta City Stadium.On Wednesday, President William Ruto announced that the two sides will take on each other next year in an official ceremony to open the 60,000-seater stadium popularly known as Raila Odinga Stadium.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAlthough Ruto did not announce how much the country will pay to bring the two sides to Kenya, the European clubs demand hefty appearance fees.Bayern Munich normally demands an appearance fee of between €3m (Ksh 433million) and €6million (Ksh 866million), depending on the importance of the fixture.Ajax, on the other hand, takes €1.5m (Ksh 217million) to honor such an invite.Bayern Munich to face Dutch giants in official opening of Raila Odinga StadiumApart from the steep appearance fees, the Kenyan government will also take ca..

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BETTING GUIDE: Lille vs Lens, match preview, team news and prediction

One of French football’s most heated rivalries, the Derby du Nord, takes center stage on Friday as Lille host Lens at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.Lille could temporarily leapfrog Paris Saint-Germain to claim top spot in Ligue 1 with a victory, entering this fixture sitting third in the standings, just two points off the summit.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsLens arrive at Villeneuve-d’Ascq in 8th position and four points off the top, riding a strong momentum of three straight domestic league wins under new manager Yannick Cahuzac. ##NAJAVA_MECA_10066830##However, Les Sang et Or face a daunting task against a Lille side that has dominated this fixture historically, winning four straight home meetings against their northern rivals.Kick-off: 11:05 PM (Kenyan Time), Friday 30 OctoberVenue: Stade Pierre-MauroyGroup: Ligue 1 (Matchday 9)Current standings: Lille 3rd (14 pts), Lens 8th (12 pts)BETTING GUIDE: Everton vs Newcastle, match preview, team news and predictionQualification imp..

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FKFPL: Winless Mathare, Police, Ulinzi and Migori Youth face crucial tests

Three matches will be played on Thursday, 29 October as the 2026/27 FKF Premier League week four fixtures conclude, with Migori Youth, Mathare United, Kenya Police FC and Ulinzi Stars all seeking to improve their early-season fortunes.The fixtures follow Wednesday’s action, which produced four victories and several goals, setting the stage for another competitive round as teams look to strengthen their positions in the standings.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsShabana FC vs Migori Youth FCShabana FC will host league debutants Migori Youth FC at Afraha Stadium in the day’s opening fixture, scheduled for a 2pm kick-off.The Kisii-based side head into the encounter unbeaten, having collected five points from their opening three matches. However, consecutive draws have slowed their progress after a winning start, including a barren stalemate against AFC Leopards last week.Shabana will therefore be determined to return to winning ways and remain within touching distance of the lea..

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Obiri, Chepkirui renew rivalry in New York City, who wins?

The elite women’s race at the New York City Marathon set for Sunday, 1 November sees the last two winners, Hellen Obiri and Sheila Chepkirui face each other once again.The two Kenyan stars have traded places at the top of the podium over the past two years, developing an intense rivalry on the challenging course.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsObiri, who is aiming to join Paula Radcliffe as a three-time New York champion, won in 2023 and then beat Chepkirui at last year’s edition, on her way to setting a new course record of 2:19:51, shattering the previous mark by 2 minutes and 40 seconds.On her part, Chepkirui placed third last November, where she had set out to become a back-to-back champion, having gotten the better of Obiri in 2024 with 2:24:35, beating her compatriot by 14 seconds.Former Olympic champion Asbel Kiprop announces plans to manufacture running shoesObiri carries a 2:15:53 personal best (PB) from her second place finish at the 2026 London Marathon, while Che..

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London Marathon considering major change to chase Ruth Chepngetich’s World Record

London Marathon could allow the elite women’s race in 2027 to unfold with male runners and pacemakers in pursuit of faster times and ultimately a world record.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsMarathon CEO Hugh Brasher is open to the idea of a mixed race to enable the world’s best women to target the world record held by the currently-banned Ruth Chepng’etich who ran a 2:09:56 to become the first woman to go under 2:10.She set the mark at the 2024 Chicago Marathon, and despite failing a drug test five months later and subsequently getting banned for three years, the world record stands.Julius Yego pens lengthy warning to athletes amidst doping menaceTigst Assefa, who holds the women only world mark of 2:15:41 from last year in London, appeared on track to break the overall world record at this year’s Berlin Marathon before rupturing her Achilles tendon in the closing stages and limping home in 2:11:04.“Will London, in the future, have a women’s only record? Yes, I think that’s..

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