Football Kenya Federation (FKF) have had the final say regarding the venue of the anticipated Premier League clash between Mara Sugar FC and Gor Mahia scheduled for Sunday, 24 May, opting for the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe move comes barely hours after Mara Sugar confirmed a change in venue from their home ground, Awendo Stadium, to Wang’uru Stadium in Kirinyaga, owing to security concerns raised in the days leading up to the game.Gor Mahia – Mara Sugar game moved to new venue over security concernsIn a letter to Mara Sugar CEO Ruth Omalla, FKF Head of Leagues and Competitions Frank Ogolla noted that he had declined the venue change request by the Sugar Millers, after Wang’uru Stadium failed to meet the league guidelines.“The League and Competitions Committee notes that your choice of venue was neither registered as your alternative venue, nor your second alternative venue,” part of FKF’s decision read to decline the choice of Wang’..

Unai Emery’s Europa League trophy is becoming almost boring. The Aston Villa coach won his fifth trophy in this competition, and his work is just fabulous, especially in Birmingham, but for him, it’s nothing new. He took over Villa in October 2022 from Steven Gerrard with the club 16th in the Premier League and one point above the relegation zone. In less than four years he has taken them into the top four, back into the Champions League and ended their European trophy drought to secure legendary status. But, there are others who haven’t seen Villa won anything before, and now it’s their time to celebrate.Unai Emery League! Villa stomp Freiburg for his fifth UEL trophyLike any other British club, Aston Villa also has celebrities rooting for them, maybe even the classiest one – Prince William. The future British king is a Villain and finally got to see his beloved club winning a trophy. He paid a visit to the dressing room and talked to the players before the final and was seen at the s..

KCB head coach Robert Matano has heaped praise on defender turned midfielder Rowland Makati after an impressive show in midfield for The BankersDownload our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSigned from Nairobi City Stars as a right back, Makati played in defense but would occasionally slot in midfield in training until in the middle of the second half of the season when he became a mainstay in midfield.Makati has excelled in midfield where he brings in the strength, energy and passing that is required while also having an eye for goal, much to the admiration of the veteran tactician.“The boy (Makati) has improved so much and has really helped the team and that is something I really appreciate,” said Matano.Tanzania, Kenya grassroots clubs beneficiaries of Tusker fowards’ Mozzart Bet Cup Ksh100,000 awardMakati’s chance in the middle of the park came as a result of an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury suffered by Dennis Maruti in a match against AFC Leopards on 26 February which rule..

Kenya Sevens assistant coach Louis Kisia has challenged the Kenya Rugby Union to invest more in referee development, insisting that Kenyan match officials can only improve through exposure to international competitions.The tactician explained that Kenya already has promising referees coming through the ranks, citing names such as Duncan Kioko, Joseph Mumo, Kevin Wambugu, Victor Oduor, and Saidi Kenya as officials who have shown tremendous growth over the years.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsHowever, he argued that their progress will remain limited unless they are consistently exposed to high-level competitions outside the country.“For referees to become truly great, they must work and compete alongside top-level officials. If our referees are not given opportunities to officiate at Rugby Africa tournaments, their growth will be limited because they will only be exposed to the local game and standards,” Kisia told Rogue Rugby TV.His remarks come at a time when there have b..

Kenyan youngster Elsingi Kipruto is the latest athlete to join Swiss sports brand On, after sealing a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal earlier this week.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 20-year-old, who plies his trade at the University of Louisville in USA, arrives on On’s elite roster as one of the most decorated young runners in the collegiate circuit.First of many 🏆Elsingi Kipruto. ACC 5000m Champ.#GoCards pic.twitter.com/3521fj4G30— Louisville Track & Field / XC (@LouisvilleTFXC) May 17, 2026 Hailing from Rongit village in Nandi County, Kipruto has enjoyed a historic debut season for the Cardinals.The son of Gilbert Kipchoge, a former 800m runner, and Teresa Chepngetich, Elsingi has quickly translated his Kenyan heritage and disciplined upbringing into a record-shattering collegiate career.Since arriving in Louisville, Kipruto has established himself as a force across both cross country and track.##NAJAVA_MECA_9757993##His historic debut includes shattering the ..

He has restored glory to Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta will be duly rewarded for it. Two days after delivering the London club its first title in 22 years, The Guardian reports that the Spaniard will be given a significant pay raise at the Emirates, along with another major signing in attack, all aimed at turning the current success into a sustained era. Given that the competition is in a difficult position, Arsenal’s leadership has decided not to sit idle, but to further strengthen the advantage they currently hold by continuing to reinforce the already solid squad.Mikel Arteta with the Arsenal players at the club after the Premier League title was confirmed. ✅ 🏆 With an appearance from 16yo Max Dowman and Marli Salmon. 😅 pic.twitter.com/aU7E2jIBko— DailyAFC (@DailyAFC) May 21, 2026 This was, in fact, announced by the club’s owners Stan Kroenke and his son Josh even before Arsenal mathematically secured the title, ahead of the match against Burnley earlier this week.“We always look forwar..

Gor Mahia’s potential title-clincher will now be staged at the Wang’uru Stadium in Mwea, following Mara Sugar’s move to change the matchday venue on Thursday, 21 May.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a brief communication on the social media channels, Mara Sugar, who are the hosts of the Sunday, 24 May tie, noted that they had now moved the fixture away from their home ground – Awendo Stadium.“Change of venue”, the Sugar Millers wrote. “Wang’uru Stadium becomes our Home Away from Home as we face Gor Mahia this Sunday.”🏟️| 𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙉𝙂𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝙑𝙀𝙉𝙐𝙀!Wanguru Stadium becomes our Home Away from Home as we face Gor Mahia this Sunday.#MaraSugar✊ pic.twitter.com/wYovtesYXe— Mara Sugar Fc (@MaraSugarfc) May 21, 2026 The development comes a day after the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) directed Mara Sugar to find a suitable alternative venue for the game, which could see Gor Mahia win a record-extending 22nd FKF Premier League title, should they secure victory.STARS ABROAD: Harambee Stars def..

Tusker FC striker, Ibrahim Joshua, acknowledges that he would not be representing Tanzania on the international stage or turning out for the 12-time Kenyan champions were it not for the foundation laid by the little-known Pambogo Football Club.Joshua did not enjoy the privilege of launching his football journey at a prestigious academy or within a system defined by clear structures and modern infrastructure.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsInstead, his early relationship with the game was forged in the streets, at Pambogo Primary School and later at Forest Secondary School, both in Mbeya, Tanzania. But it was at Pambogo FC where the raw attributes that now define him as a commanding striker first began. He joined the club after completing his studies in 2014 before decamping to another grassroots side, Garage FC, where he continued his development.##NAJAVA_MECA_9758209##As he came of age, his journey towards establishing himself as one of the region’s most promising forwards..

Bayern has clearly taken a liking to signing players from the Premier League—and why wouldn’t they, given that the arrivals of Harry Kane, Luis Díaz, and Michael Olise have proven to be perfect moves. The only one who hasn’t left a good impression is Nicolas Jackson, who was brought in as a forced solution from Chelsea on loan. After the positive experience with the aforementioned trio, the Bavarians have decided to turn their sights once again to the world’s strongest league, this time targeting—John Stones. According to the Daily Mail, the club officials at Allianz Arena are very keen on bringing in the sturdy center-back as an additional option in the backline.Newcastle resist, but Barcelona join Bayern in the race for GordonWhat makes this potentially easier, unlike with Kane, Díaz, and Olise, is that Bayern wouldn’t have to pay any transfer fee for Stones, as it’s already known that Manchester City will not offer him a new contract. If the transfer goes through, Bayern would get a..

Ebola has struck DR Congo again. The latest epidemic, which is the 17th to date in the DRC is hard to tackle. Several factors are making the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo difficult to deal with, including it being of an unusual strain, late detection and dwindling international aid. There are multiple challenges, many linked to this particular strain. First and foremost, there is no proven effective treatment or vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain. The situation is very serious and it’s affecting all parts of life in DR Congo, not only the health situation. And while its very difficult to think about anything else while people are dying, DR Congo footballers have a job to do – they are going to the World Cup.🦠🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: DR Congo have cancelled their pre World Cup training camp due the outbreak of an extremely rare variant of the Ebola virus in their country.• FIFA have published a statement saying they are aware of and monitoring the situation.• The U..