NSL : Mombasa United chase summit as MCF, All Stars and Darajani battle to neat the drop

Action in the FKF National Super League (NSL) resumes on Sunday, 19 April with five captivating fixtures lined up, each carrying significant implications at both ends of the table as the season edges closer to its climax.At the heart of the day’s action will be promotion-chasing sides Mombasa United and Fortune Sacco, who remain firmly in contention for a place in the top flight.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsMeanwhile, the battle for survival will equally take center stage, with Kisumu All Stars, Mully Children’s Family (MCF), and Darajani Gogo all fighting to steer clear of the relegation trap.At Mombasa Sports Club, Mombasa United usher in a new chapter as they host Soy United, marking their first match since the departure of head coach Gilbert Selebwa.Now under the stewardship of Hamadi Said, the coastal side faces immediate pressure to respond following a setback against Kibera Black Stars.Spurs fan Eliud Kipchoge pays glowing tribute to Victor Wanyama after retiremen..

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Stars Abroad: Oduor features as Grimsby boost play-off hopes while Obiero faces relegation scare

Harambee Stars defender Clarke Oduor made his fifth consecutive start for Grimsby Town as they boosted their League Two play-off hopes with a commanding 4-1 win over Gillingham.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAndy Cook handed the visitors a first-half lead before Garath McCleary restored parity for the hosts with a brilliant solo effort.However, Grimsby took full control in the second half, with Jaze Kabia, Kieran Green and Charles Vernam scoring three quick goals to seal an emphatic victory.##NAJAVA_MECA_9690427##The result keeps Grimsby firmly in the hunt for a top-seven finish, with a game in hand against third-placed Cambridge United offering them a chance to break into the play-off spots.Oduor, deployed in midfield in a 4-1-4-1 system by David Artell, impressed across his 88-minute outing before being replaced by Tyrell Warren.The Kenyan had a solid shift in an unfamiliar role, creating one big chance and another key opportunity while posting a 78% pass accuracy, compl..

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Bayern can become champion today, but without Gnabry

It’s not like anyone thought otherwise, but Bayern Munich are about to become the Bundesliga champions again. After Xabi Alonso broke their consecutive titles streak in 2023/24 season, the Bavarians made sure to start a new one. Last season they got the title back and now they can add another one, for the second time in a row, thanks to results on Saturday. Since Dortmund lost in Hoffenheim yesterday, Bayern needs only one point against Stuttgart today and will be crowned (again).🚨❌ Serious injury for Serge #Gnabry, as FC Bayern have confirmed.He has suffered a tear of the adductor muscles in his right thigh. This was revealed following an examination by Bayern’s medical department. Get well soon, @SergeGnabry. 🇩🇪 pic.twitter.com/fYIJ9dhaZ4— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) April 18, 2026 So, how are they preparing for this game? With coffee and ice-cream. On Saturday afternoon, the coach Vincent Kompany invited the loved ones of the players involved in the secret training session to ..

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FKFPL: Gor Mahia face Bandari in bid to extend lead after AFC falter

Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) match week 28 continues on Sunday, 19 April with three tantalizing matches scheduled in three different venues.Gor Mahia once again have an opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the league table when they face Bandari FC in what is the biggest highlight of the day.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn the other matches scheduled for today, Mozzart Bet-powered APS Bomet face Posta Rangers while Murang’a Seal play host to Nairobi United.Ahead of today’s matches, Gor Mahia are at the summit of the league table with 57 points, two more than arch-rivals AFC Leopards in second place as defending champions Police FC close the top three with 47 points.##NAJAVA_MECA_9690417##At the other end of the table, Sofapaka are bottom with 17 points and are joined in the relegation zone by Bidco United and APS Bomet with 22 and 25 points respectively.Gor Mahia vs Bandari FCLeague leaders Gor Mahia have Police FC to thank for preserving th..

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STARS ABROAD: Kenyan youngster embraces new tactical role at Swedish club

Kenyan youngster Stanley Wilson has opened up on adapting to a new tactical role at Swedish side AIK Fotboll, as he continues to grow under head coach José Riveiro.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSince the arrival of the Spaniard, the former Kariobangi Sharks midfielder has been deployed in a more complex role, operating as an inverted fullback, a position that demands both defensive discipline and midfield intelligence.The 19-year-old has featured in a system where he alternates between a traditional fullback role and drifting into midfield when AIK are in possession, a tactical tweak that has been evident during preseason and the opening two matches of the campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_9684838##Speaking after their 2-2 draw against IF Brommapojkarna, Wilson made it clear that he is embracing the change and remains focused on contributing to the team.“I love it, it is the game plan of the team, so it is fine with me and the club, we need to work together as a team and keep doing ..

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AFCON 2027: Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to unveil roadmap at ‘Pamoja’ summit

Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are set to take a major step in their joint preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with a high level ‘Pamoja’ meeting scheduled for next Thursday to unveil the roadmap towards hosting the continental showpiece.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed that the summit will bring together ministers from the three nations to deliberate on critical areas, including visa facilitation and tax exemptions, as momentum builds towards the tournament.##NAJAVA_MECA_9684838##Speaking at Talanta Plaza in Nairobi while hosting Samson Adamu, Mvurya reiterated Kenya’s commitment to delivering a successful and globally competitive event.“There are a number of decisions we will be making next week. We will be having a Pamoja meeting that will bring together Ministers to discuss matters such as visas, tax exemptions and many others,” said Mvurya.“CAF will be the key facilitator of the event, and we will be annou..

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Shujaa end Hong Kong 7s campaign on a high

Kenya Sevens national team Shujaa wrapped up their Hong Kong Sevens campaign with a seventh-place finish after a commanding 21-7 victory over Olympic silver medalists France on Sunday, 19 April at Kai Tak Stadium in China.The win offered a strong finish for Kevin Wambua’s charges, who had endured a difficult run earlier in the tournament, including a narrow 26-22 quarterfinal loss to South Africa that pushed them into the seventh-place playoffs.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsDespite the setbacks, Shujaa’s overall performance remained commendable, especially considering their recent promotion from the HSBC SVNS 2 circuit.Kenya started the match brightly, capitalizing on early French infringements. However, they were unable to turn pressure into points after Gabriel Ayimba’s try was ruled out. The breakthrough eventually came through Nygel Amaitsa, whose strength and pace saw him power over for the opening try before converting to give Kenya a 7-0 lead.Shujaa come out on top..

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Cunha punishes dominant Chelsea’s misses as United win the battle for UCL!

Football isn’t always fair. Unfortunately for Chelsea, they felt it firsthand tonight. Liam Rosenior’s men put in one of the best performances since the Englishman took over the London side’s bench, but still suffered a painful 1-0 defeat to Manchester United.The Blues were quite dominant throughout the game, controlling possession and taking more shots. They hit the woodwork three times, but failed to find the net behind Senne Lammens’ back.On the other hand, the Red Devils seized their only chance and scored the winner through Matheus Cunha two minutes before the break, while the ten-man Chelsea were without the defender Wesley Fofana, who was receiving treatment off the pitch.Heartbreak! Spurs are staring into the abyss, as Brighton steal points in added timeAfter the break, Michael Carrick’s men barely crossed the halfway line, opting solely for defence, and that tactic eventually paid off, as the Old Trafford club is now on the verge of booking a UCL ticket.Based on what we saw to..

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Kenya Cup: Menengai Oilers suffer shock elimination as Blak Blad stun Leos

Menengai Oilers’ Kenya Cup title ambitions went up in smoke after a 35-17 defeat to Nondescripts RFC in a quarterfinal clash played on Saturday, 18 April at the Nakuru Athletic Club.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe loss marked a bitter conclusion to what had promised to be a breakthrough season for the 2024/25 finalists, who were chasing a maiden Kenya Cup title.Instead, Gibson Weru’s charges are now set to end their 15s campaign without silverware, having also fallen 29-20 to Kabras RFC in the Enterprise Cup semifinal just a week earlier.𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐂𝐮𝐩 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐝. 💔A tough result in the playoffs, not the finish we dreamed of, but the badge was carried with pride through out the season. To our fans, partners, and everyone who stood with us we say AHSANTE SANA. pic.twitter.com/0Y0WZh6Arr— Menengai Oilers (@MenengaiOilers) April 18, 2026 Oilers’ struggles had begun to surface earlier in the season. A 25-15 loss to KCB in February handed them their first defeat,..

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Heartbreak! Spurs are staring into the abyss, as Brighton steal points in added time

It was December 28, 2025, and Premier League teams were playing the last matches of the fading year. Archie Gray scored a winner for Tottenham Hotspur against Crystal Palace on the road and helped his team move to 11th place.Who would have thought that Spurs would be in the relegation zone and winless in 15 consecutive EPL games since that clash at Selhurst Park?!Yes, Tottenham failed again. And no, Roberto De Zerbi changed nothing.Truth be told, the Italian’s men played with more energy and passion and were really close to winning their first league game since December, but luck wasn’t on their side once again, as their situation is getting more and more complicated after today’s 2-2 draw against Brighton at home.Spurs thought they were on their way to their first Premier League win of 2026… But Brighton said not today 🚫Tottenham 2 – Brighton 2 pic.twitter.com/tkdNyyizT2— Katiba Clyde (@VDJClyde) April 18, 2026 They are now 18th – first team below the “red line” – but their direct r..

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