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Lukaku 2.0: Wonderkid of Cameroonian descent who tormented PSG

If you watched the UEFA Super Cup clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa, and at one point you thought you saw Romelu Lukaku in the claret shirt, don’t worry, you’re not going crazy. It wasn’t a Belgian striker, but a teenager who bears an uncanny resemblance to him.It was Brian Madjo – the Villans’ center-forward and the prospect the whole football world is talking about after the havoc he wreaked against the back-to-back Champions League winners last night.Amazing teenager Madjo makes a dream Villa debut, but PSG defend Super Cup titleMadjo was born in 2009 in Enfield, England, to Cameroonian parents. He is the son of the former striker Guy Madjo, who represented numerous English lower-league sides and also played abroad in China, Albania, Hong Kong, and Thailand.As a child, Brian joined the youth ranks of the Luxembourgish side Marisca Mersch, before moving to an even larger club, Racing Union. Subsequently, he represented Luxembourg at the U15 and U16 level, and even mad..

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Strathmore Leos thrown into mourning following death of player

The Kenyan rugby fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of Strathmore Leos fly-half Hamza Muhaise.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsReliable sources indicate that Muhaise, who was born on January 2, 2001, passed away on the morning of Thursday, 13 August, sending shockwaves across the local rugby community.Strathmore Leos confirmed the heartbreaking news in an emotional statement, paying tribute to a player they described as a beloved brother.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889890##“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother Hamza. His loss has left a deep void in our hearts. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” the team posted.Muhaise joined the Leos in January 2024, making his debut during the Jerry Olola Cup clash against KCB Rugby at the KCB Sports Club. He quickly became an integral member of the squad, primarily featuring at fly-hal..

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Strong field set for Absa Ruiru Invitational

All is set for the Absa Ruiru Invitational, the fifth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, with a strong field of golfers expected to battle for honours at Ruiru Sports Club from Sunday, 16 August, to Tuesday, 18 August.The main tournament action will be preceded by a Pro-Am on Saturday, 15 August, bringing together professional golfers and amateur players for a preview of the competition and an opportunity for partners, stakeholders and golf enthusiasts to experience the Ruiru course ahead of the three-day championship.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889567##The tournament has attracted a diverse field of 63 professional, amateur and junior golfers from across the region, setting the stage for another competitive three days of golf as players seek valuable Sunshine Development Tour Order of Merit points, Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points and World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points.Among those expected to headline the field are Kakamega Sports Club’s Dismas Indiza and Roya..

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Chelsea give City an ultimatum over Enzo

You want to play hardball? Well, that won’t work. Chelsea have decided to put an end to the uncertainty and prevent Manchester City from dragging the Enzo Fernandez saga out for several more episodes. So they have issued an ultimatum: a deadline by which the deal must be completed, otherwise City will have to forget about the Argentine midfielder. According to British media reports, Chelsea officials have told their Manchester counterparts that they have until Friday at 6 p.m. local time to submit an official offer for Fernandez. And not just any offer — it must be exactly 120,000,000 pounds. That is more than they paid Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson. If City fail to meet the deadline, the door will be slammed shut and the Argentine midfielder will remain at Stamford Bridge. There will be no discount, no bargaining, and Chelsea have even specified the exact payment structure they expect.🚨MORE ON ENZO FERNANDEZ: Xabi Alonso wants a settled squad by the time Chelsea kick off their..

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Former FIFA referee warns against labelling every officiating error as match fixing

Retired FIFA referee David Gikonyo has cautioned against the growing tendency to label every refereeing mistake in Kenyan football as match fixingDownload our Mozzart Sport app for more newsHe warned that such accusations are damaging the image of the game, undermining the credibility of officials and potentially discouraging investment in the sport.Gikonyo, who spent 18 and a half years officiating in the Kenyan Premier League before becoming a CAF Match Commissioner, acknowledged that match fixing remains a serious problem in football worldwide, but stressed that genuine human errors by referees should not automatically be interpreted as deliberate attempts to manipulate matches.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889453##Speaking during an interview with SportyFM Kenya, Gikonyo said the debate around refereeing in Kenya had become increasingly difficult because almost every controversial decision is now viewed through the lens of match manipulation, even when there is no evidence to suggest wrongdoing.“..

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Spurs selling the World Cup finalist

The long-standing flirtation between Cristian Romero and Atletico Madrid has finally come to an end after more than two years. Los Colchoneros launched another offensive for the Argentina international this summer and, according to British Sky Sports, there are no obstacles remaining — “Cuti” Romero will become a new Atletico player, finally fulfilling Diego Simeone’s wish. Atletico will pay Tottenham 35 million euros up front, with a further five million in bonuses, while Spurs will also retain 15% of any future sale. Simeone has never hidden his admiration for his compatriot and had already told Atletico’s hierarchy last June that he wanted Romero in his squad. The first serious contacts were established back in 2024 after the Copa America, while Romero himself spoke in May last year about his desire to play in La Liga.Spurs: Pride, belief and captain’s betrayalThe main obstacle at the time was Tottenham’s 70 million euros asking price, which forced Atletico to explore other options…

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Gor Mahia secure defensive reinforcement from Kakamega Homeboyz

Gor Mahia have completed the signing of Kakamega Homeboyz defender Portipher Odhiambo, strengthening their defence ahead of the new FKF Premier League season.The champions moved quickly to secure the services of the highly rated centre-back, who had been on their radar for some time.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889567##A reliable source within Gor Mahia confirmed the deal, saying the club had been monitoring Odhiambo and saw an opportunity to bring him in as they look to reinforce their backline.“Portipher has been on our radar for quite some time. We have always liked his qualities and believe he can add value to the team. We are also keen on reuniting him with Sylvester Owino, whom he played with at Vihiga Bullets,” the source said.The move assumes even greater importance with Owino currently sidelined by injury. Gor Mahia have consequently turned to Odhiambo as an immediate reinforcement while also reuniting two defenders whose partnership dates back to their days at Vihiga Bullets.A glimpse of T..

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NBA triple-double machine calls it a day: Westbrook announces retirement

Russell Westbrook drops the mic and calls it a day!For months, speculation had swirled over where he would continue his career, with several NBA teams linked with him, while a move to the Euroleague was also mooted. In the end, however, the 37-year-old put an end to all the rumors by announcing his retirement.Sometimes you don’t even know when you’ve already watched the end.You had to be there. And now it’s over. pic.twitter.com/6YoOW8WyIV— Russell Westbrook (@russwest44) August 12, 2026 After a two-year college career at UCLA, Westbrook was selected fourth overall in the 2008 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, who were relocated to Oklahoma City and became the Thunder just six days later.Alongside Kevin Durant, he was part of the star-studded OKC team that failed to dethrone LeBron James and the Miami Heat, but nevertheless etched its name in NBA history.Westbrook spent 11 years in Oklahoma City before embarking on a nomadic journey around the league in search of a title.The iconic..

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The Dutch decide to appoint Xavi over Martinez

The Netherlands went a long time without a manager following Ronald Koeman’s departure. It wasn’t exactly a case of coaches fighting over the job; the Netherlands have struggled for consistent results at senior level for some time, while their pool of high-profile domestic coaches is hardly overflowing, which is why they have tended to fall back on the older generation, such as Ronald Koeman and Louis van Gaal. Still, few expected the Netherlands, after being turned down by Arne Slot, Erik ten Hag and Peter Bosz, to appoint a foreign manager for the first time since 1978, when Ernst Happel was in charge. The Dutch FA has announced the appointment of Xavi Hernandez. They have even given him a long-term contract running until 2030.We proudly present our new head coach. 🇳🇱⁰⁰Welcome, Xavi Hernández! 🧡#NothingLikeOranje #Xavi2030 pic.twitter.com/9aOpc9J53S— OnsOranje (@OnsOranje) August 12, 2026 The Spaniard has been without a job since May 2024, when he left Barcelona, having won the 2022/..

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David Majak returns to Kakamega Homeboyz after seven years

Kakamega Homeboyz have moved quickly to strengthen their attack, securing the signing of South Sudanese striker David Majak following Wednesday’s disappointing 2-0 friendly defeat to AFC Leopards at Bukhungu Stadium.Majak, who was recently on the books of Kariobangi Sharks, watched the encounter from the stands as Homeboyz struggled to break down an organised Leopards side and were punished for their lack of cutting edge.##NAJAVA_MECA_9889558##A source close to the Kakamega-based club confirmed that the former Tusker forward has agreed to join Homeboyz, with the club viewing his arrival as an immediate boost to their attacking options ahead of the new season.The move represents a remarkable return for Majak, who was on Homeboyz’s radar seven years ago when he was fresh out of high school and beginning to attract attention after his impressive performances in the Chapa Dimba na Safaricom tournament with Kapenguria Heroes.Homeboyz attempted to secure the youngster at the time, but Majak ..

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