Kenya Sevens co-captain explains improved performance in Brazil

Kenya Sevens co-captain Samuel Asati has attributed Shujaa’s impressive run in the two South American legs of the HSBC SVNS II to clear objectives, growing cohesion, and belief within the squad.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsShujaa delivered their best performance of the series in São Paulo, Brazil. Their qualification for the World Championship Series was sealed during the Brazil leg, where they produced a string of commanding displays against quality opposition.Kenya emphatically opened their campaign, cruising to a 38-7 victory over Germany in what marked their third meeting of the season following earlier clashes in Nairobi and Montevideo. Kenya Sevens head coach reflects on three-year journey at the helmDespite suffering a narrow 14-12 setback against Belgium, the team responded in ruthless style, hammering Canada 40-0 to secure progression.Carrying that momentum into the knockout rounds, Shujaa defeated Uruguay 26-14 before overcoming arch-rivals USA 31-14 to clinch ..

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Why the 2026 Kip Keino Classic will be free for spectators

Fans attending the 2026 Kip Keino Classic will enjoy free entry to one of Kenya’s premier athletics events, as organisers shift focus from gate collections to long-term growth of the sport.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe move marks a departure from the 2025 edition, in which the event at the Ulinzi Sports Complex introduced ticketing for the first time. Spectators paid Ksh200 for regular access and Ksh2,000 for VIP seating.Why Kip Keino Classic organizers are introducing wave light technologyDespite that, Kenya has consistently demonstrated its ability to fill stadiums. Events such as the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the HSBC SVNS II leg hosted in Nairobi earlier this year drew impressive crowds.However, organisers of the 2026 Kip Keino Classic edition are taking a different route, one guided by the World Athletics strategic framework, the World Plan for Athletics 2022–2030.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647582##This long-term blueprint emphasises growing the sport beyo..

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Arteta wins EPL Manager of the Month award ahead of the most crucial month in his coaching career

Following a shaky start to the year in January and February, Arsenal stabilized their form in March and were perfect in the Premier League with three wins in as many matches, which secured their boss, Mikel Arteta, his eighth Manager of the Month award and his first in the current campaign.Leading @Arsenal to go nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table 🔝A flawless March for Mikel Arteta sees him crowned @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Lk9pzJPUkk— Premier League (@premierleague) April 3, 2026 The Gunners recorded three close triumphs – 2-1 against Chelsea, 1-0 against Brighton, and 2-0 against Everton – which could eventually prove decisive in the title race against Manchester City, as they are currently nine points up at the top of the EPL table, though the Cityzens have one game in hand.Even though they did not shine and at some points seriously struggled, Arsenal maintained a perfect score in March. A win over Mansfield in the FA Cup and progres..

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Familiar faces return as Cheche names final squad for U17 World Cup Qualifiers

Kenya women’s U17 head coach Mildred Cheche has gone with a chunk of familiar names in her final 23-player squad to set to face Namibia in the first-round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsCheche, who successfully led the Starlets to their first World Cup appearance in 2024, on Saturday, 4 April included players from the past iterations, retaining a core she believes will help the side navigate a different experience this time.Among those retained from earlier U-17 squads include: Lindey Weey, Brenda Awuor, Mwanakombo Bakari, Grace Mumo, Faith Boke, Brenda Achieng and Fleviah Khatenje.Your #JuniorStarlets final squad for U17 World Cup Qualifiers 🆚 NamibiaRead more 👉 https://t.co/LhXiEW9bri pic.twitter.com/i1BDWtViZl— Harambee Starlets (@StarletsKE) April 4, 2026 Bevarline Awuor, also earns a place after recently featuring in the the U-20 squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Ethiopia, and will serve as skipper, to be deputize..

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La Liga paradox: Madrid desperately cheer for Atleti

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have faced each other three times this season and will lock horns as many times in the following ten days!Thanks to the Champions League quarter-final draw, which paired them up, Hansi Flick and Diego Simeone’s crews will meet today (22.00) in La Liga and on April 8 and April 14 in the UCL.Two of their three previous clashes came this year, in mid-February and the beginning of March, when Atleti knocked Barca out of the Copa del Rey 4-3 on aggregate. In their first La Liga duel in the current campaign, the Catalans triumphed 3-1 at Camp Nou.Who will conquer? 👑 pic.twitter.com/ivinNDpjJW— LALIGA English (@LaLigaEN) March 31, 2026 Paradoxically, Real Madrid – which face Mallorca on the road today (17.15) – will be fully behind their fierce city rivals, supporting them with all their heart, as this is one of the last chances for Barcelona to drop points in the La Liga title race.The Catalans are currently four points up and, excluding the upcoming El Clasico ..

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BETTING GUIDE: Nairobi United vs Shabana FC, match preview, team news and prediction

Nairobi United will host Shabana at Kasarani Stadium this Sunday in a Kenyan Premier League match expected to be closely fought, with kickoff set for 4:15 PM.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsAs the season reaches a crucial stage, both teams have significant objectives – Nairobi United looking to strengthen their push for a top-ten finish, while Shabana chase a spot in the top three.With the stakes high, current form, and recent head-to-head results, this clash shapes up to be a compelling contest.##NAJAVA_MECA_9652289##Nairobi United currently sit 10th on the table with 35 points from 25 matches, boasting a modest goal difference of +4 (29 scored, 25 conceded).Their recent form has been inconsistent, with just one win in their last five matches (W1 D2 L2). Notably, they have scored only 3 goals and conceded 4 in that period, highlighting a struggle in attack. Their latest outing – a 1-1 draw against Mara Sugar – will feel like two points dropped after conceding late.At home, ..

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Bayern’s race against themselves and Kane’s race against time

The international break is over, and it did not bring good news for Bayern Munich, as Harry Kane has returned from England injured.The Three Lions’ captain has experienced some ankle issues, which prevented him from featuring in the national team’s friendly games against Uruguay and Japan, nor will he be in the Bavarians’ squad for today’s league duel against Freiburg (16.30).Kane ruled out for Freiburg as Bayern sweat on Madrid clashGiven that Kane’s understudy, Nicolas Jackson, is suspended, Vincent Kompany will have minor headaches regarding the center-forward position, though Serge Gnabry, Lennart Karl, Michael Olise, and Luis Diaz are good enough to fill the gap.However, as much as the Englishman’s absence affects Bayern, it affects the striker himself even more and his quest to break Robert Lewandowski’s Bundesliga record for most goals in a single season, set five years ago, when the amazing Pole scored 41 goals in 34 league matches.Harry Kane 🆚 Robert LewandowskiCan the English..

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Kenyan duo lead Zambian side to domestic cup quarterfinals

Harambee Stars duo Moses Shumah and Emmanuel Osoro were in the spotlight as Power Dynamos asserted their dominance in the Zambia Premier League, securing a commanding 2-0 victory over Nampundwe FC to book a place in the 2026 ABSA Cup quarterfinals.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe last-16 clash, staged at the historic Arthur Davies Stadium, saw Dynamos take control early, with goals from Lions Makwaza Jr and Austin Muwowo proving decisive.The victory not only ensured progression in the prestigious domestic cup, but also strengthened the Kitwe side’s pursuit of a potential cup double this season.STARS ABROAD: Harambee Stars defender features as Wrexham hold West BromWhile Shumah, the league’s top scorer with 15 goals, started on the bench, Osoro earned a rare starting berth in the tournament, a reward for his persistent efforts in league matches this season.The former FC Talanta forward, however, was substituted in the 31st minute, making way forcing Ronel Manyanga after j..

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MOFA aims to revive promotion chase as Mwatate battles to boost survival hopes

After a thrilling Good Friday that set the tone for the long Easter weekend, the National Super League action continues on Saturday, 4 April with two compelling fixtures on the cards.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe center stage will be at Sudi Stadium in Bungoma, hosting a high-stakes promotion clash as former FKF Premier League side Nzoia Sugar welcomes Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA).MOFA enters the game with renewed urgency and pressure to revive promotion push.After slipping to a 1-1 draw against Nairobi City Stars last weekend, the Homabay-based side has struggled for consistency, registering just two wins in five league outings. Title race heats up as WPL awaits historic first match under floodlightsFriday’s results saw MOFA drop from third to fifth place, sitting on 45 points, seven adrift of the promotion slot. With the league nearing its conclusion, coach Charles Bruno knows that any further slip-ups could be disastrous for their FKF Premier League ambit..

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City vs L’pool: Blockbuster FA Cup clash and duel that could break Szobo’s run

The FA Cup quarter-finals draw has brought us a genuine blockbuster clash.While Chelsea and Arsenal eye progress to the semis against the third-tier and second-tier sides, Port Vale and Southampton, respectively, Manchester City and Liverpool will lock horns (14.45), seeking their spot in the last 4.Szobo warns: “If we don’t wake up, we’ll end up in Conference League”Apart from being one of the greatest derbies in the modern history of English football and marking the start of Mohamed Salah’s farewell tour, the match at Etihad Stadium will be specifically important to one Reds’ player – Dominik Szoboszlai.Namely, the Hungarian has won at least one trophy in each of eight professional seasons he’s played – from his early beginnings with Red Bull Salzburg, over his spell with Red Bull Leipzig, to Liverpool. Every campaign was trophy-winning for Szobo.🚨🚨| CRAZY FACTS: Szoboszlai has won a trophy every season of his career 🤯🏆 Do you think the run is going to continue this season? @_SZD10 p..

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