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Challenge for Liverpool: Arsenal go hard after Reds’ academy product

William Saliba and Jurrien Timber’s injuries have seriously derailed Arsenal’s plans.Although they may not have initially planned to pursue a defender, the Gunners seem forced to make a move and look for an alternative, as it remains unclear when the Frenchman and the Dutchman will return to the pitch. It won’t happen any time soon, that’s for sure.Galata: Martinelli? Arsenal: Osimhen?Therefore, Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta and his associates had to roll up their sleeves and get to work, and a potential target has emerged.According to Sky Sports, it’s none other than the former Liverpool academy product, Jarell Quansah!BREAKING: Arsenal are in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a possible deal for England defender Jarell Quansah 🚨 pic.twitter.com/CCP15iUbSH— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) August 14, 2026 The versatile defender, who can cover both center-back and right-back equally well, came through the Reds’ academy, spending 17 years at Anfield (two with the first team). ..

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FEASSSA: Kenyan girls frustrated in Day One of football action in Morogoro

Kenyan girls’ football representatives got off to a fair start at the FEASSSA Games, with both teams settling for draws as proceedings got underway in Morogoro on Friday.While Kakamega School and St. Mary’s Yala suffered defeats in the boys’ competition, the Kenyan girls avoided a losing start, with St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale playing out a goalless draw against Tanzanian side Alliance Girls.Meanwhile, Nyakach Girls settled for a 1-1 draw with Uganda’s Jinja Progressive Academy.##NAJAVA_MECA_9883243##At Highlands Rehabilitation Centre, St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale found Alliance Girls a difficult side to break down as both teams battled for control from the opening whistle.The Kenyan champions, appearing at the regional games for the third consecutive time, created several promising moments but could not find the final touch needed to turn their pressure into a goal.Abigail Simiyu remained a constant threat in attack, making several driving runs into the box and testing the Tanzanian defenc..

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Seven foreign signings who could light up 2026-2027 FKF Premier League

The 2026-2027 Football Kenya Federation Premier League season is set to usher in a fresh wave of foreign talent, with clubs looking beyond Kenya’s borders to strengthen their squads ahead of what promises to be another fiercely contested campaign.From proven goalscorers and commanding defenders to creative midfielders and exciting wingers, several international recruits are preparing to experience Kenyan top-flight football for the first time.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWhile not every foreign signing is guaranteed to hit the ground running, a number of this season’s arrivals come with impressive résumés, strong reputations and the expectation of making an immediate impact. Their performances could prove crucial in the title race, the battle for continental qualification and the fight for survival.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##The physical and demanding nature of the Premier League will provide the ultimate test of their adaptability. Some will quickly win over supporters and ..

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FEASSSA 2026: Mixed fortunes for Kenyan teams as Day One action concludes in Morogoro

Kenya endured a mixed start to the 2026 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games in Morogoro, with several of its representatives posting encouraging results.Team Kenya arrived in Tanzania as the overall defending champions after finishing top of the standings at last year’s Games in Kakamega. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKenya also entered this year’s competition with several individual title holders, including Kisii School in rugby 15s, St Joseph’s Girls Kitale in girls’ hockey, Moi Girls Kamusinga in girls’ handball and the Kenyan winners in both boys’ and girls’ volleyball.The opening day produced contrasting fortunes across the disciplines, with Kenya registering victories in hockey, basketball and handball while some sides suffered defeats against Ugandan opposition.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##In girls’ hockey, defending champions St Joseph’s Girls Kitale began their campaign strongly with a 4-0 victory over Tanzania’s Benjamin Mkap..

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Why was Pep missing from Mou’s documentary? Because he had a special request…

A Netflix documentary series about Jose Mourinho caused quite a buzz in the football world, and it’s no wonder, given the Portuguese’s personality, legacy, and career.In one of the three episodes of the series, the Special One has revealed a genuine bombshell, claiming he was on the verge of succeeding Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United boss. Still, a word given to Chelsea made Mou change his mind, with David Moyes filling the vacant managerial position at Old Trafford.The Mourinho bombshell: “I signed to go to Manchester United after Sir Alex”Many football legends agreed to take part in the series and share their thoughts on Mourinho – from his former Chelsea captains, John Terry and Frank Lampard, to one of his greatest coaching rivals, Ferguson, and Real Madrid icon Iker Casillas, with whom the Portuguese fell out shortly upon taking over Los Blancos in 2010.And they are only some of the illustrious football names.However, one was missing, and it didn’t go unnoticed. Pep Guardio..

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David Nyangige set for KCB debut as Kabeberi 7s squads are released

David Nyangige’s long wait is finally over.Months after a transfer saga left him without a club despite representing the national Sevens team, the versatile youngster is set to make his long-awaited debut for KCB Rugby at this weekend’s Kabeberi 7s after the Bankers named him in their squad for the tournament.The Kabeberi 7s, scheduled for Saturday, 15, to Sunday, 16 August at the RFUEA Grounds, will mark the beginning of a new chapter for Nyangige, whose move from Impala RFC to KCB became one of the biggest talking points in Kenyan rugby this year.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsEarlier in the season, the Kenya Sevens prospect found himself in limbo following a protracted dispute surrounding his transfer from Impala to KCB. The saga, which centered on transfer regulations and fees, left him clubless for months even as he continued to earn national team call-ups.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##Although his switch to the Bankers was eventually completed ahead of the National Sevens C..

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FEASSSA: False start for Kakamega as Kenyan champions fall to Ugandan side

Kakamega School’s return to the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games got off to a disappointing start after the Kenyan champions fell 2-1 to Uganda’s Kyadondo Secondary School at Jamhuri Stadium in Morogoro on Friday afternoon.Raphael Masimo and Joseph Rakuba scored for Kyadondo, while Daniel Ombati pulled one back for the Green Commandos, who now face a difficult task in Group C after surrendering three points in their opening fixture.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKyadondo, who finished fourth at the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Games, came into the contest with purpose and immediately put the Kenyan champions under pressure.Rakuba forced Kakamega goalkeeper Chris Georgian into action inside the opening minute before Masimo continued to lead the Ugandans’ charge.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##Much like St Mary’s Yala against St Mary’s Kitende earlier in the day, Kakamega spent the opening stages chasing the ball and..

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Inside the Kenyan sides that could spoil St Joseph’s Girls’ bid for a third straight FEASSA hockey title

St Joseph’s Girls, Kitale will launch their Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) hockey title defence in Morogoro, Tanzania, on Friday, with the Rift Valley powerhouse targeting a third consecutive regional title.JOGA have established themselves as the team to beat in East African school hockey after winning their maiden FEASSA title in Mbale, Uganda, in 2024.They previously successfully defended the crown on home soil in Kakamega last year.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889567##Their latest challenge will begin in Pool A, where they have been drawn alongside fellow Kenyan side Ng’iya Girls, Uganda’s St Mary’s College Namagunga and Tanzania’s Benjamin Mkapa Secondary School.Coach John Lusaka believes the two-time champions have prepared adequately for another demanding regional campaign and are determined to maintain their grip on the title after completing another successful domestic season.“We have a strategy in place to dominate the hockey scene in Kenya and East ..

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Galata: Martinelli? Arsenal: Osimhen?

Arsenal already have Viktor Gyokeres, whom they paid 67 million euros for last June, as well as the even more expensive Kai Havertz, while Mikel Merino can also fill in at centre-forward — and does so very effectively. Yet Arsenal appear determined to sign another No. 9. Not as a rotation option, but as a player who will lead the attack and make waves across England when he arrives at the Emirates. For most of the current transfer window, the focus was on Julián Alvarez, but on Thursday Victor Osimhen suddenly moved to the forefront. He could become one of the defining transfer stories of the remaining two and a half weeks of the window.🚨 Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, with Mikel Arteta making the Galatasaray striker his No.1 target for the remainder of the window.The Gunners believe a deal for the 27-year-old is achievable and are now pushing to get it done before the deadline.… pic.twitter.com/s7yVmefDM6— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 14, 2026..

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FEASSSA: Why Morogoro local blames death of renowned MP for Tanzania’s decline in school sports

As schools from across East Africa converge in Morogoro for the 2026 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games, a resident believes Tanzania’s struggles in school sports stem from the loss of a generation of leaders who once placed a strong emphasis on nurturing young talent.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsMohammed Said, popularly known as Mzee Mody, a Morogoro resident and an ardent Young Africans supporter, argues that the death of former Member of Parliament and educationist Rev. Dr. Gertrude Rwakatare in April 2020 marked a turning point for Tanzania’s school sports.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889579##Said, who works as a driver at Springs Hills Hotel in Morogoro and serves as secretary general of the Young Africans supporters’ branch in Mafiga, says Tanzania once had a strong reputation across East Africa in football, rugby sevens, netball, basketball and athletics, but believes that momentum has gradually faded.“Tanzania used to be a powerhouse ..

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