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Two Kenyans – Zech Obiero and Wilson Waweru – were in action on Tuesday, 18 August, as their English sides recorded contrasting results in the EFL Trophy and National League Cup respectively.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsAt Brisbane Road in London, Harambee Stars midfielder Obiero was on the field for 57 minutes as his Leyton Orient side secured a nervy 6-5 penalties victory over AFC Wimbledon, this after both sides had battled to a 1-1 draw in regular time.##NAJAVA_MECA_9901447##Hosts Orient needed a late goal from Jaze Kabia in the 89th minute to take the match to spot kicks, following Jayden Stockley’s first-half opener for the Dons after only 25 minutes.Once in the lottery, it was Orient’s debutant goalkeeper Noah Phillips who came up with the decisive moment, saving the sixth penalty from Isaac Ogundere to leave Will Forrester with the task of sending the East Londoners to victory.Ouma pinpoints two key areas of concern following Mathare’s disappointing pre-season tou..

Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has highlighted the positive takeaways from his team’s triumph over FKF Premier League newcomers Migori Youth in the Green Legacy Cup.The two sides locked horns at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, August 16, with K’Ogalo securing a 4-3 victory on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894289##After containing Gor Mahia’s attack, including saving a penalty from Shariff Musa, Migori Youth took the lead through Dennis Oguta before Philemon Nyakwaka doubled their advantage four minutes later.However, a goal by new signing Paul Okoth in first-half stoppage time and an early second-half header from Ebenezer Assifuah brought Gor Mahia level and forced the match into a penalty shootout, where the 22-time Kenyan champions prevailed.Akonnor praised his players for their resilience after coming from two goals down.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Inside the rare qualities of Enock Morrison’s replacement at Gor Mahia“The fact that we came back from..

They say in rugby, the final whistle is merely the referee’s invitation to the bar.That saying perfectly captures one of the National Sevens Circuit’s most cherished traditions. Once the action on the pitch comes to an end, rivalries are quickly set aside as players and supporters gather for the famous after-party.##NAJAVA_MECA_9901535##It is a culture that Harambee Stars defender Abud Omar believes football should consider embracing.The experienced full-back was among the notable faces at the Kabeberi 7s over the weekend, where he immersed himself in the unique atmosphere that has become synonymous with Kenyan rugby. Omar seemed to thoroughly enjoy the experience, from the thrilling action on the field to the lively post-match celebrations.Reflecting on what football could learn from rugby, the Tusker FC captain pointed to the after-party culture as one of the sport’s greatest strengths.Akonnor hails Gor Mahia’s character after comeback win over Migori Youth”Football can borrow the af..

The last round of the Champions League qualifications finally brought some exciting pair: Fenerbahce – Lyon. Two European giants who both had witnessed a sharp decline in recent years faced each other in a battle which will bring them 23 million euros (just for qualifying) and a place in UEFA’s biggest competition. For Lyon, who is financially troubled, the finances would be welcomed, but for Fenerbahce, this aspect is not so important, at least if we count a number of stars playing in the Istanbul team (Guendouzi, Greenwood, Ake, Lukaku, Asensio, Kante. Ederson..). The Turkish giant hasn’t participated in the Champions League since 2008/09 and they need this tie to end in their favour. But after the first game, it looks like they will have to play much, much better in France: Fenerbahce – Lyon 1-1.With so many star players and a fantastic backing of the sellout stadium, the Turkish team failed to win and take at least a minimal advantage before a trip to France. In fact, Lyon and part..

KCB Rugby head coach Andrew Amonde has credited dedication and a strong mindset for his side’s impressive response to their disappointing Dala 7s campaign, culminating in their triumph at the 2026 Kabeberi 7s.The Bankers were crowned Kabeberi 7s champions after edging Strathmore Leos 14-12 in a thrilling final played on Sunday, 16 August at the RFUEA Grounds.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe victory marked a significant turnaround for KCB, who had endured a frustrating outing at the Dala 7s earlier this month. Despite arriving in Kisumu as defending champions and fresh from winning the season-opening Prinsloo 7s, the Bankers suffered a shock Main Cup quarterfinal exit before settling for fifth place after defeating Strathmore Leos 24-17 in the fifth-place playoff.##NAJAVA_MECA_901490##Speaking after lifting the Kabeberi title, Amonde said the players responded positively by taking responsibility for their shortcomings and working hard to correct them.”The dedication and t..

Kenya will have four representatives in the FEASSSA volleyball semifinals after Kesogon, Mwitoti, Chepsaita and Chesamis all secured their places in the last four of the boys’ and girls’ competitions. The four schools survived the group stage and will now turn their attention to the knockout phase, with Kenya guaranteed a strong presence in the battle for the volleyball titles.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIn the girls’ competition, Kesogon produced one of the day’s most impressive performances, sweeping aside Uganda’s Seroma 3-0, winning 25-15, 25-12 and 25-11.Mwitoti Girls also booked their place in the semifinals after defeating Tanzania’s Mwanahunzi 3-0. The Kenyan side controlled the match from the opening set, winning 25-22, 25-22 and 28-26.##NAJAVA_MECA_901361##Their progression gives Kenya two representatives in the girls’ volleyball semi-finals.In the boys’ competition, Chepsaita continued their impressive run with another straight-set victory, defeating Uganda’s..