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Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has warned that his side must quickly eliminate the defensive lapses that proved costly in their 3-1 FKF Super Cup defeat to Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday.The champions were punished for a series of individual errors as Francis Oduor, Eugene Ikutwa and Ian Simiyu struck for Tusker.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIkutwa later turned the ball into his own net to give Gor Mahia a lifeline, but the Brewers regained control and saw out the win.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907055##For Akonnor, the result exposed a problem that can no longer be excused as part of pre-season experimentation.The Ghanaian coach stressed that Gor Mahia have moved beyond the stage of testing different combinations, with the players who featured against Tusker among those expected to play important roles during the new campaign.Akonnor was especially concerned by the manner in which Gor Mahia conceded, pointing to individual mistakes and lapses in defensive concent..

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has promised action following the violence and disorder that marred Sunday’s FKF Super Cup clash between Gor Mahia and Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium.Tusker’s 3-1 victory was overshadowed by chaotic scenes after the final whistle, with supporters invading the pitch, property damaged and the trophy presentation disrupted.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907055##Security officers deployed tear gas as tensions escalated, with several fans and journalists caught up in the confrontation. Among those affected was Mozzart Sport’s journalist Gad Isaac, who, alongside other members of the media, sustained injuries and had to seek medical attention.FKF condemned the violence while also raising concerns over the conduct of security officers during the disturbances.“There is no place for violence, destruction of property, intimidation, or any conduct that puts the safety of players, journalists, officials, fans, security personnel and the public at risk,” FKF said.Kimanzi explai..

The season is already underway, the transfer window is nearing its conclusion, and Manchester City had run out of time. They had to step things up and get serious if they were not to throw the entire campaign away. And so, on the same day, they agreed deals for two new signings. Just a few hours after securing Alan from Palmeiras, the English runners-up also completed one of their biggest targets of the current transfer window — 18-year-old Ayoub Bouaddi. Confirmed by multiply sources both in England and France, Manchester City have reached an agreement with Lille after several weeks of negotiations for the signing of the hugely talented Moroccan midfielder, who will become the third-most expensive purchase in the English club’s history. It will also be the third incoming transfer worth 100,000,000 euros or more completed by the club from the blue side of Manchester. And the second one in the space of just two months.Elliot Anderson became the club’s record signing around a month ago a..

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya believes Kenya should not settle for merely hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), insisting that Harambee Stars must have their sights set on lifting the continental trophy on home soil.Kenya will co-host AFCON 2027 alongside Uganda and Tanzania, marking the first time the three countries will stage the prestigious tournament. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWith the competition fast approaching, attention has shifted beyond infrastructure to ensuring Harambee Stars are adequately prepared to compete against Africa’s best.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907055##The government is undertaking major infrastructure projects ahead of the tournament, including the construction of Talanta Sports City, renovations at Kasarani Stadium, improvements to training facilities and upgrades to transport infrastructure.However, Mvurya says hosting responsibilities must be matched by an ambitious sporting plan, with the ministry already working on a separate ro..

The volumes of analysis dissecting Brazil’s debacle at the recent World Cup have already been written, but few have taken a closer look at Raphinha’s injury. Many would wonder if one player would really have saved them from that disaster. But what a player he is. Last season, too, when he missed games through injury, Barca went on to lose two trophies (eliminations by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and Copa del Rey). Brazil would therefore have been a completely different proposition in the knockout stages of the World Cup had they been able to count on their Barcelona captain.Anyway, he displayed all his brilliance and versatility at the start of the new La Liga season. He plugged the biggest hole currently facing the reigning Spanish champions — the one at the top of the attack — and practically created the win in Elche. First came a penalty, which he won himself, to break the deadlock early; then an assist for Adeyemi, a welcome gift to his new teammate and the perfect rout..

Kenya Police Bullets begin their quest for a place in the CAF Women’s Champions League (CAF WCL) with a clash against Tanzanian giants Simba Queens on Monday, 24 August at the Kigali Pele Stadium.The CECAFA qualifiers are aimed at picking the best team from the region that will compete in the Champions League.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Champions League will have a total of eight teams, with each of the six CAF regional zones producing a team, while the other two slots are filled by a team from the host country and the defending champions.While Police Bullets have dominated the last three FKF Women Premier League (WPL) seasons, they have failed to make a mark at the continental stage, having failed to win the CECAFA Qualifiers on all attempts.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907536##For the team, local glory is currently not a measure of success. Last year, the team finished second in the qualifiers, forcing the management to relieve coach Beldine Odemba of her duties.Subsequently, t..

FKF Development Director Francis Kimanzi has opened the lid on why the body allows coaches without the CAF A coaching licence to lead Premier League clubs.As required by CAF and the regulations of Kenya’s top tier, individuals who serve as head coaches for FKFPL clubs need at least a CAF A coaching licence or equivalent.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWhile the rule has been in full force since 2024, its enforcement largely faded out last season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907536##Speaking to the press after a CAF A refresher course, Kimanzi was asked to explain the change in rules and regulations.“Under the CAF Convention and Club Licensing, it is a requirement for top-flight coaches to have CAF A. However, FAs have different approaches to achieving this according to their needs and situations.You have to look at what you have before enforcing. We lacked the policy to enforce it, but now we have it in place, having been ratified by NEC,” said Kimanzi.Former NSL MVP details plan to secu..

Due to the PSG’s poor pitch state, the first game of the new season for the Parisians was moved to Rennes. And, the record shows that Rennes have won 3 of their last 5 matches against PSG at Roazhon Park, including a 3-1 win last season. Also, Rennes happens to be the team which is not afraid to play against the Parisians. In the 21st century, Rennes has won 17 Ligue 1 matches against PSG, more than any other team during this period. And they were on the brink of yet another win, but World Cup winner Ferran Torres prevented that with a brace on his debut in France: Rennes – PSG 2-2.Even though PSG didn’t lose in the end and even though the current champions have a long season ahead of them, Luis Enrique won’t be happy. First his men lost 1-0 to Lens in the French Super Cup and then he watched his team lose 2-0 until 20 minutes from time. Nothing was working in attack and the best proof of that was Luis Enrique’s substitutes. At half time, when his team was already 2-0 down, the Spanish..