Tusker head coach Julien Mette will head into Sunday’s Mozzart Bet Cup final carrying valuable lessons from previous cup heartbreaks during his coaching career.The French tactician has experienced painful exits in knockout competitions in both Congo and Rwanda despite enjoying success in league football.While in charge of AS Otohô, Mette guided the club to the Congolese top-flight title and oversaw a club-record 21-match unbeaten run.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795993##However, success in cup competitions has proved elusive.His most painful setback came in 2023 when AS Otohô reached the Coupe du Congo final but suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Diables Noirs.The loss extended the club’s long-standing frustrations in the competition despite its domestic dominance.Mette later endured another cup disappointment in Rwanda when his Rayon Sports side were eliminated by Police in the semi-finals of the Heroes Cup.Ahead of Sunday’s Mozzart Bet Cup final against Kenya Police at Kwale Stadium, the Frenchman sa..

Could Robert Lewandowski be preparing for one final adventure before bringing the curtain down on his legendary career? Reports from Poland suggest that the veteran striker has traveled to the United States alongside his longtime agent Pini Zahavi, with MLS side Chicago Fire eager to secure his signature.The American club has monitored Lewandowski’s situation for quite some time and is now reportedly pushing hard to complete a deal. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has also confirmed the trip, adding that Chicago Fire have put a contract proposal on the table that would keep the Polish forward in MLS for either two or three seasons, with the final choice left to the player.🚨✈️ Robert Lewandowski, on his way to the US with his agent Pini Zahavi to decide on move to Chicago Fire. 🇺🇸MLS side pushing to get it done, Lewandowski to consider this option as @wlodar85 reported.Understand contract offered valid for two or three years, up to Robert. pic.twitter.com/LzQsN7FK6q— Fabrizio Romano (@..

England’s World Cup preparations have been thrown into chaos after a major theft saw players’ boots, official match balls and vital training equipment disappear before the squad’s first session in Kansas City.According to Daily Mail Sport, some of the team’s most valuable gear was stolen while being transported from the pre-tournament camp in West Palm Beach, Florida, to the Three Lions’ training base at Swope Soccer Village in Missouri, where they are scheduled to stay for at least the next three weeks.🚨 England have been hit by a major setback after a large amount of team equipment was stolen ahead of their World Cup opener. Players’ boots, training gear, coaching staff equipment, balls and match-day uniforms are all understood to be among the missing items.The England… pic.twitter.com/1tH8SbGfS7— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 13, 2026 >The incident has left staff urgently assessing the extent of the losses ahead of Thomas Tuchel’s first training session in Kansas City o..

The 2025/26 National Super League season comes to a close on Saturday, 13 June with fixtures lined up across the country as teams prepare for one final battle in a campaign that has delivered excitement at both ends of the table.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsWhile the league title race has already been settled, with Migori Youth crowned champions, the final day still carries significant importance, particularly in the battle to avoid relegation.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795092##Migori Youth, alongside 3K FC and Mombasa United, have already secured promotion to the FKF Premier League and will feature in the top flight next season. However, despite promotion and the championship having been decided, pride and bragging rights remain at stake.One of the standout fixtures of the day will take place at Embu Stadium, where second-placed 3K FC host newly crowned champions Migori Youth in the Mozzart Bet derby. TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Mexico’s tactical masterclass that left Bafana Bafana reelingW..

BETTING GUIDE: Brazil vs MoroccoFive-time world champions Brazil begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a fascinating Group C clash against African heavyweights Morocco. The Selecao remain one of the biggest names in world football despite a 24-year wait for another World Cup title, and under Carlo Ancelotti they will be determined to start the tournament with a statement victory.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsMorocco, however, are no longer considered underdogs on the global stage. The Atlas Lions stunned the football world by reaching the semi-finals in Qatar 2022 and arrive in North America as reigning African champions and one of the highest-ranked nations in the tournament.Kick-off: 1:00 AM (Kenyan Time), Sunday, 14 June 2026Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USAGroup: Group CCurrent standings: All teams yet to play (Matchday 1)Qualification implications: Brazil are favourites to top Group C, while Morocco will be targeting another deep World C..

Mexico ended their long-standing World Cup opening-match struggles with a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa, but the result was shaped far more by tactical superiority than by the three red cards that dominated the headlines.Javier Aguirre’s side controlled every phase of the game through intelligent positional play, coordinated pressing, and fluid attacking rotations.Download Our MozzartSport App For more NewsJulián Quiñones capitalized on an early South African error to open the scoring before Raúl Jiménez sealed the win with a second-half header.While the match became increasingly physical and chaotic, the decisive factor was Mexico’s ability to systematically dismantle Hugo Broos’ defensive structure and prevent South Africa from establishing any rhythm in possession.##NAJAVA_MECA_9791039##Mexico lined up in a fluid 4-3-3 that frequently transformed into a 4-1-2-3 during possession.Raúl Rangel operated behind a central defensive pairing of Johan Vázquez and César Montes, whi..

The stars were out, and one the host teams USA showed out in Hollywood, breezing away to a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, 13 June.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsTasked with carrying the nation’s hope, Mauricio Pochettino’s side showed no fear but class, dynamism, and electric pace, as they got out to a dream start against the often-rigid La Abirroja at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, while shattering records while at it.Super sub Larin earns Canada their first-ever World Cup pointAfter a standout welcome of the world of football to the home of soccer, it was US striker Folarin Balogun that shone brightly, helping himself to a superb brace as fantastic USA led 3-0 at half-time, before easing themselves to a comfortable opening day win that sees them take early control of Group D, and paint a picture of surmounting many people’s expectations at this World Cup.In a clash of finesse against defensive solidity, seven min..

Co-hosts Canada earned their first-ever World Cup point in their third appearance at the global tournament with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday in Toronto. Despite trailing for the vast part of the match following Jovo Lukic’s first-half opener, the Canadians grabbed a valuable point thanks to Jesse Marsch’s super sub Cyle Larin.Mallorca’s forward on loan at Southampton netted only three minutes after coming on for a deserved draw, which keeps both sides in contention for the place in the knockout round.After knocking out Italy in the World Cup qualifiers’ playoffs, Bosnia seemed predestined to continue their miraculous quest with a larger-than-life victory over the co-host. Lukic’s header around the 20-minute mark made all the difference, as the tall forward headed it home following a corner from the right in his only fourth appearance for the national team.Canada’s Ismael Kone had a marvelous opportunity to restore the stalemate shortly, but his effort went wide o..

Thomas Partey will miss Ghana’s opening World Cup match against Panama after being denied entry to Canada, The Athletic reports on Friday.The 32-year-old midfielder, who currently plays for Villarreal, was included in Ghana’s squad for the tournament but will not be permitted to travel from the team’s base in the United States to Toronto for Thursday’s Group L clash.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795104##FIFA confirmed that Partey’s visa application had been rejected by Canadian authorities.”FIFA can confirm that player Thomas Partey will be unable to travel from Ghana’s team base camp in the USA to Canada for their first match against Panama as his visa application has been refused by the Canadian government,” a FIFA statement said.🚨🚨| BREAKING: Thomas Partey has been 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐃𝐀 and will miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama. 🚫🇬🇭Ghana face Panama at BMO Field in Toronto on Wednesday, June 17.[@TheAthleticFC] pic.twitter.com/61UNKMjN1D— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) June 12, 2026 Part..

This World Cup could mark the end of an era.With icons such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, Neymar and Son Heung-min all expected to bring the curtain down on their international careers, another familiar face may soon be joining them.Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has hinted that this tournament could be his last on the global stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795060##The 34-year-old, whose trophy cabinet already boasts Champions League, La Liga and Premier League titles, admitted he is closer to retirement than another World Cup cycle.”The chances are greater that I won’t continue after this tournament than that I will,” Courtois told reporters at Belgium’s training base.The class is permanent, and KDB’s is out of this world! Veteran saves Belgium in crazy rollercoasterWhile the Real Madrid star insists he still wants to play for a few more years, he acknowledged the physical demands of extending a career at the highest level.”My family is here because this could be my last ..