The 2026 Kip Keino Classic is set to make history by introducing an Under-20 (U20) category. The move aims to give young Kenyan athletes a rare opportunity to compete on a world-class stage.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe event is scheduled for Friday, 24 April, at Nyayo Stadium and will run from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm under floodlights, marking the first time in the competition’s history.Speaking during the launch, the event’s technical director, Kennedy Tanui, explained the decision to introduce a U20 category.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647584##To begin with, the decision came amid growing efforts to strengthen grassroots athletics across Kenya. Over the past few years, Athletics Kenya, in partnership with the government, has significantly invested in youth development, establishing more than 55 training camps nationwide specifically for U20 athletes.Seven changes made ahead of 2026 Kip Keino ClassicDespite this investment, opportunities for young runners to compete at a high-profile..

Mara Sugar defender Joseph Okwenda has shed light on how he seamlessly balances the demands of professional football with a growing presence in digital content creation, following a series of viral moments that have captured fans online.The experienced left-footed wing-back has recently become a familiar figure across social media platforms, particularly after his energetic “pawa” (power) gym video gained widespread traction on TikTok and across social media. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsNot one to rest on his laurels, Okwenda once again caught the public’s attention on March 16, when he took part in the trending “Abobi” challenge shortly after Mara Sugar’s clash against Bandari FC, further cementing his status as a fan favorite beyond the pitch.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647584##Speaking after Mara Sugar’s hard-fought 1-1 comeback draw against Nairobi United, the long-serving defender offered a candid insight into how he integrates content creation into his routine without compromi..

At one point during the Ligue 1 season, Olympique Marseille were title contenders. Now, six rounds before the end of the campaign, they are close to dropping out of contention for any of the three European competitions!The management wasn’t satisfied with Roberto De Zerbi’s work and replaced him with Habib Beye, which turned out to be a terrible move from this perspective. Last night, L’OM lost to Monaco on the road 2-1, while the Senegalese tactician became their first boss since 2005 to suffer three defeats in his maiden seven games on the bench.Habib Beye.3 defeats in his first 7 matches — the worst start for any Marseille coach since 2005. Pressure building. 😬🔴 #OM pic.twitter.com/LzvpYkzjWN— Tactics HUB (@TacticsHUB) April 6, 2026 They lost two consecutive league games but still sit in fourth place, though the seventh-placed Rennes are only two points behind.Key Marseille player, Mason Greenwood, wasn’t available for last night’s duel due to a yellow card suspension, so everyone e..

Back in the day, football fans would stand with their team no matter what. Regardless of the result, form, success (or lack of it), rivals…Of course, there are still such supporters, that’s for sure. But there are others as well. Some would call them spoiled and disrespectful, and it wouldn’t be far from the truth.As of last night, West Ham fans – not all, of course – are among them, and unfortunately, they are not the only ones. The list is, in fact, pretty long, but the Hammers’ supporters are the latest example of a sad phenomenon – leaving the stands before the end of the game when their team’s situation seems hopeless.German fans took it to another level: no penalty if you plug off the VAR cableLast night, the London side was 2-0 down ahead of added time in the FA Cup quarter-finals against Leeds United, and some of its fans thought everything was over, gave up on their lads, and started exiting the stadium.Nevertheless, thanks to Mateus Fernandes and Axel Disasi’s goals in the ..

The 2026 edition of the Kip Keino Classic is shaping up to be one of the most transformative yet, following its official launch on Thursday, 2 April. Organizers have unveiled a raft of changes aimed at elevating both athlete performance and fan experience ahead of the meet scheduled for Friday, 24 April.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsFrom a historic shift in timing to the introduction of cutting-edge technology, this year’s event promises a fresh feel for one of Africa’s premier athletics competitions.Return to Nyayo StadiumFor the first time since its inception, the Kip Keino Classic will be staged under floodlights at the Nyayo National Stadium. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9647584##The meet will run from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm, marking a significant departure from the traditional daytime schedule. The move is expected to enhance global viewership while offering fans a more vibrant, primetime stadium atmosphere.Held on FridayIn another notable shift, the event will break away from its cust..

After nearly eight months on the sidelines, Erick ‘Marcelo’ Ouma is finally nearing a return to action. However, the Harambee Stars defender admits that his future at Raków Częstochowa remains uncertain as he prepares to restart his career.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Kenyan international has been out of action since August 28, 2025, when he ruptured his Achilles tendon during a training session ahead of Raków’s UEFA Conference League qualifier against Bulgarian outfit Arda Kardzhali.The injury dealt a major blow to both player and club, with Raków later crashing out of the competition after surrendering a first-leg advantage.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647584##At the time, the Polish club confirmed the severity of the setback, throwing their support behind the left-back, who subsequently underwent surgery ten days later. His teammates also paid tribute, wearing shirts bearing the message “Erick, we are with you” in a show of solidarity.Now approaching the eight-month mark, Ouma ..

National Super League (NSL) action continues on Easter Monday with what is expected to be a high-stakes encounter between Mully Children Family (MCF) and Kabati Youth at Ndalani Complex.Barely two days after their previous outings, both sides return to action in what promises to be a defining contest in their respective bids for survival as the league edges closer to its climax.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMully Children Family head into the fixture buoyed by their 2-0 victory over Kisumu All Stars, a result that marked their first win of the year.The Machakos-based outfit will now be aiming to build on that momentum and secure back-to-back wins for the first time this season. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9647584##Despite the morale-boosting triumph, MCF remains rooted at the foot of the 20-team standings with 17 points. However, the stakes could not be clearer. A win on Monday would lift them to 20 points and potentially move them off the bottom, narrowing the gap to safety to just se..

The past weekend brought one good and one bad piece of news for the Manchester City fans: their lads thrashed Liverpool 4-0 and advanced to the FA Cup semi-finals, where they’ll face second-tier side Southampton, and they found out their captain would definitely leave the club in a few months.Speaking in the press conference after the match against the Reds, Pep Guardiola’s assistant coach, Pep Lijnders, revealed that once Bernardo Silva’s contract expires next July, he won’t be a part of the Cityzens’ ranks anymore.Rayan, what are you doing? Cherki wore a Liverpool jersey on the benchThe Dutchman stated that “every good story comes to an end” and claimed that the Portuguese is almost impossible to replace.”You never replace a player with the same kind of player, because they don’t exist. Bernardo Silva is unique. The way he controls games, the way he moves, the way he receives, the way he leads, the way he sees the solutions, all these things.””You never search for a replacement of on..

Tanzanian club Singida Black Stars has announced the dissolution of its entire technical bench following Sunday’s 2-0 loss to TRA United.The decision directly affects three Kenyan coaches who were part of the setup.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAssistant coach David Ouma, goalkeepers’ trainer Lawrence Webo and Brian Aswani, who served as video analyst, have all been relieved of their duties following the club’s announcement.##NAJAVA_MECA_9652787##“The management of Singida Black Stars Club (Singida BS) officially announces the dissolution of the team’s entire technical bench effective today, April 5, 2026,” read part of the club’s statement.The club added that the decision was based on a poor run of results in recent matches, while promising to communicate on an interim technical bench ahead of upcoming fixtures.“This decision has been reached due to the team’s poor performance following unsatisfactory results in the recent period. The club will provide information about ..

Level on 31 points in the FKF PL table, 11th-placed Mara Sugar will host 12th-placed Posta Rangers on Monday at Awendo Stadium in the final match of round 27.With both sides eyeing a spot in the top ten, the contest for maximum points is set to be highly decisive.Download Our MozzartSport App For more NewsMara Sugar come into this fixture with a mixed but relatively stable run of form. In their last five matches, they have recorded one win, three draws, and one loss, scoring four goals while conceding three.Their most recent result was a 1-1 draw away to Nairobi United, showing resilience late in games.Overall, they have struggled for consistency but remain difficult to break down, reflected in multiple low-scoring draws. At home, they have shown flashes of attacking quality, including a convincing 3-1 win over Sofapaka, but also dropped points in goalless stalemates.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647723##In terms of team news, Mara Sugar will rely heavily on in-form attacker Alex Imbusia, who scored ..