Kabras clinch Kenya Cup five-peat to equal 42-year record against KCB

When referee Constant Cap blew the final whistle at the ASK Kakamega Showground on Saturday, 9 May, it marked not only the end of the 2025/26 Kenya Cup season but also a historic chapter in Kenyan rugby.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKabras RFC etched their name deeper into the record books after edging out arch-rivals KCB Rugby 14-8 in a fiercely contested final to secure an unprecedented fifth straight Kenya Cup title.The victory made Kabras the first team in 44 years to win five consecutive league crowns, joining the legendary dynasties of Impala RFC and Nondescripts RFC, who achieved similar dominance between the 1970s and early 1980s.Where are they now? Tracing KCB’s squad that last won the Kenya Cup titleThe triumph further showcased Tang Tang’s remarkable consistency. Kabras have now gone unbeaten in league action since 2022 and are riding a run of more than 50 matches without defeat. Since that loss, only KCB and Menengai Oilers have come close to unsettling the Ka..

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‘We are still in the title race’ – Kenya Police head coach ahead of Gor Mahia clash

Defending FKF Premier League champions Kenya Police FC have insisted they are still firmly in the title race despite trailing league leaders Gor Mahia by 13 points with only a handful of matches left before the end of the season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsPolice head coach Nicholas Muyoti says his side has no intentions of giving up the crown without a fight and believes Sunday’s crunch clash against Gor Mahia at Nyayo Stadium offers the perfect platform to send a strong statement in the title run-in.Speaking to the club’s media team ahead of the highly anticipated encounter, Muyoti pointed to the remarkable turnaround the side has experienced since his arrival midway through the campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_9735681##He also credited the players for embracing the challenge and responding positively during a difficult period.“From the time I came, the progression has been well, and confidence has been growing. I am happy with the output, the response, and the manner in which ..

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AFC Leopards cut Gor Mahia’s lead to six points after win over Mara Sugar

AFC Leopards revived their faint hopes of quenching their 28-year FKF Premier League title drought after moving to within six points of table toppers Gor Mahia following their 2-1 win over Mara Sugar FC. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe record league champions, however, have a game in hand, facing on-form Kenya Police FC on Sunday, leaving Ingwe to clutch on straws in a bid to lift the league title for the first time since 1998. More to follow…

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Shabana’s patchy home form continues after draw against Ulinzi

Shabana FC’s stuttering march to the end of the FKF Premier League extended to a third winless run at home following their barren draw against relegation-threatened Ulinzi Stars.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe point does little to ease the Soldiers’ threat of going down as they still sit two points off Kariobangi Sharks, who occupy the final relegation spot, while Shabana momentarily ascended back to fifth on the standings.Harambee Stars defender returns to matchday squad in Poland after lengthy injuryUlinzi have been enduring a challenging season, which has seen them flirt with relegation for the better part of the campaign.The military side, who had played fewer matches as compared to other teams in the relegation matrix, had an opportunity to increase the gap between them and Kariobangi Sharks in the red zone to four points, but that did not come to fruition.##NAJAVA_MECA_9735441##Ulinzi started the match on a high tempo and thought they had taken the lead in the fou..

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Chelsea finally avoid defeat, as packed Anfield sees mild Liverpool

After six consecutive Premier League defeats, Chelsea have finally survived one game and managed to pick up some points – one, to be precise. What Newcastle, Everton, Manchester City, Manchester United, Brighton, and Nottingham Forest did in the past two months with ease, Liverpool couldn’t, failing to beat the struggling Blues – 1-1.FT: Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea. pic.twitter.com/W1ncfBMLWx— SportTime News (@SportTimez) May 9, 2026 The beginning of the match hinted at the Reds’ stellar performance, as Ryan Gravenberch broke the deadlock only six minutes into the game with an exceptional strike from outside the box. However, instead of finishing the confused rival, Arne Slot’s men allowed the visitors to wake up, and they seized the chance to level through Enzo Fernandez, whose free-kick cross luckily hit the post and ended up behind Giorgi Mamardashvili’s back in the 35th minute, setting the half-time score.The second period brought much more fire on the pitch. Homeland calls again – Arne ..

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FKF suspends three Premier League referees

The Football Kenya Federation Referees Committee, in conjunction with the Instructors’ Technical Group, has suspended three match officials following a performance review arising from recent FKF Premier League fixtures.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe decisions were reached during a virtual meeting held on Thursday, 30 April, after the committee assessed match footage, referees’ reports, observations from match commissioners and technical evaluations concerning officiating standards in the top flight.Harambee Stars defender returns to matchday squad in Poland after lengthy injuryAccording to a statement released by the federation, referees Phanuel Omire, Samuel Kuria and Edwin Bobiya were found to have fallen short of the standards expected at the FKF Premier League level.The committee cited concerns over decision-making, application of the laws of the game, match management, concentration, teamwork and coordination among match officials.##NAJAVA_MECA_9735285##As a resul..

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Mombasa ready to welcome Kenya’s hockey veterans as KHU Masters Series returns

The Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) Masters Tournament second series is heading back to the coast, and if the mood within the Mombasa County Hockey Association (MCHA) is anything to go by, the 2026 edition promises to be more than just another weekend of veteran hockey.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsScheduled for Saturday, 16 to Sunday, 17 May, at the historic Mombasa Sports Club, the tournament is shaping up as a celebration of competition, culture, and the enduring spirit of hockey players who continue to give to the sport long after their peak competitive years.For MCHA President Oliver Mascarenhas, preparations for the event began almost immediately after the Kenya Hockey Union confirmed the hosting dates in March. Government to splash more money on Kericho Stadium two years after Ksh483M renovationsSince then, a Local Organising Committee headed by Boaz Otieno has been working behind the scenes to ensure Mombasa once again delivers an experience worthy of the Masters Series ..

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AFCON Tales: Reliving Zambia’s historic 2012 triumph that carried extra significance

Before the glory, before the roar that shook Libreville, Gabon, there was silence—heavy, haunting silence that lingered for years over Zambian football.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAnd it began with a promise.Zambia, a nation whose footballing heartbeat pulsed with raw passion, had steadily announced itself on the continental stage.At the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games, a young, fearless and vibrant Zambian side stunned the world, dismantling Italy in one of the tournament’s most memorable upsets. Harambee Stars defender returns to matchday squad in Poland after lengthy injuryThat same fearless spirit carried into the 1990 Africa Cup of Nations, where they finished third, signalling the arrival of a golden generation.They were young. They were fearless. And they were only just beginning.Then came April 27, 1993.A routine journey to fulfil national duty became an unimaginable tragedy. A flight carrying Zambia’s national team to Dakar, Senegal, for a 1994 World Cup qualifier, pl..

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Five-time Olympic champion details agony of 20-month injury layoff

Five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah has opened up on the mental and physical agony of her 20-month injury layoff after making a triumphant return to the global stage at the 2026 World Relays in Gaborone, Botswana.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Jamaican sprint queen anchored her country’s women’s 4x100m relay team to gold after clocking 42.00 seconds ahead of Canada’s 42.17 and Spain’s 42.31, marking her first major international competition since July 2024.For Thompson-Herah, the victory symbolised the end of a painful chapter defined by injuries, uncertainty, and missed opportunities.Lokedi, Chepkirui set to clash at Manchester 10km“I must say we’re grateful that we crossed the line healthy,” Thompson-Herah said after the race.“I mean, coming down the straightaway, I felt my leg was heavy. I feel the hamstring, so I said I have to bring the team home, because we’re looking forward to that,” she continued.The five-time Olympic champion had been sidelined b..

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No room for error – Man City looking to avoid Bees’ sting

Saturday’s clash at the Etihad Stadium is a must-win encounter for Manchester City as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League title against a highly motivated Brentford side.Pep Guardiola’s men appeared to be building momentum after the March international break, but their ambitions suffered a significant setback earlier this week. City looked headed for defeat during a disastrous spell away to Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, only for late strikes from Erling Haaland and Jeremy Doku to rescue a dramatic 3-3 draw.Back at our home 🙌🩵🤝 #AsahiSuperDry pic.twitter.com/uS04CsfWNH— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 6, 2026 That result means City can no longer afford any more slip-ups. They must beat Brentford and then hope West Ham United can take points off Arsenal on Sunday.Brentford, meanwhile, arrive in excellent spirits. Keith Andrews’s team climbed to seventh in the table after defeating West Ham last weekend, a position that currently secures qualification for the UEFA Co..

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