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MPs back Bill to criminalise match fixing as Kenya moves to protect integrity of sport

Kenya has moved a step closer to criminalising match-fixing after Members of Parliament passed the Sports (Amendment) Bill, 2026, at its second reading, paving the way for sterner action against manipulation of sporting competitions.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe bill, sponsored by nominated MP Irene Mayaka, seeks to amend the Sports Act by introducing a comprehensive legal framework to define, investigate, and punish match-fixing and other forms of sports manipulation that threaten the integrity of competitions.If enacted, the law will empower relevant authorities to investigate match-fixing while imposing stiff penalties on offenders.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867848##Anyone found guilty will face a fine of up to Ksh1 million, imprisonment for up to one year, or both, in addition to a lifetime ban from sports.Moving the motion in the National Assembly, Mayaka argued that the current Sports Act lacks explicit provisions to criminalise sports manipulation, leaving the country expo..

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BREAKING: UEFA votes to boycott FIFA World Cup over Infantino’s controversial plan

World football has been plunged into an unprecedented crisis!UEFA’s 55 member associations have unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the men’s and women’s World Cups and the Club World Cup, if FIFA presses ahead with plans to sell stakes in its flagship tournaments to private investors!The dramatic decision was reached at an emergency UEFA meeting just two days after FIFA unveiled its controversial proposal, marking the most serious confrontation between football’s two most powerful governing bodies in decades.BREAKING: UEFA sources tell @talkSPORT all 55 Member Associations have decided to boycott the men’s and women’s World Cups in protest at Gianni Infantino’s Fifa Forward Enterprise plans.UEFA members agreed on an emergency call that began around 2pm today that they will not… pic.twitter.com/QL9Uv8uU93— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) July 30, 2026 In a strongly worded statement, UEFA declared that Europe “stands as one” against the project.”We unanimously and uneq..

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Why AFC Leopards CEO is confident of ending 29-year league title drought

AFC Leopards Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ronald Namai believes the club has assembled a squad capable of ending its 29-year wait for the FKF Premier League title after narrowly missing out on the crown last season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIngwe emerged as Gor Mahia’s closest challengers during the 2025/26 campaign but ultimately settled for second place with 64 points, six behind their bitter rivals, who reclaimed the league title after a tense run-in.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867848##Determined to ensure history does not repeat itself, Leopards have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season with the arrivals of Kariobangi Sharks captain Kevin Luke Otiala, goalkeeper Sebastian Wekesa, Gambian attacker Musa Ceesay, Ugandan midfielder Taddeo Lwanga from Vipers SC, Robinson Musungu from Mara Sugar, and Eric Naaman Balecho from Bandari.Namai is convinced the new additions, coupled with lessons learned from last season’s shortcomings, have put the club in a stronger pos..

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Charles Akonnor launches tirade on individuals plotting his Gor Mahia exit

Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has claimed there are individuals within the club working behind the scenes to force him out, saying he knows those responsible for the campaign against him but remains focused on leading the Kenyan champions.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAkonnor’s remarks come amid renewed speculation over his future following the circulation of a letter addressed to club patron Eliud Owalo calling for his dismissal before the start of the new season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867727##The letter, reportedly authored by a fan identified as David Bondo, questioned the Ghanaian tactician’s ability to take Gor Mahia to the next level despite leading the club to the 2025/26 FKF Premier League title and securing qualification to the CAF Champions League.Rather than respond directly to the criticism, Akonnor suggested the opposition to his tenure extends beyond disgruntled supporters, alleging that some of the people pushing for his exit are individuals who interact wit..

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AFC Leopards add steel to defense with signing of Kariobangi Sharks captain

AFC Leopards have continued to flex their muscles in the transfer market after completing the signing of experienced defender Kevin Luke Otiala from Kariobangi Sharks ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe acquisition further underlines Ingwe’s determination to assemble a squad capable of mounting a serious challenge for domestic honours after another season that ended without the league title.STARS ABROAD: Kenyan-eligible defender impresses in narrow pre-season defeat to LiverpoolOtiala joins the 12-time league champions after spending four seasons at Kariobangi Sharks, where he established himself as one of the league’s dependable centre-backs and eventually earned the captain’s armband. Before making his Premier League breakthrough in 2022, the defender featured for St. Joseph’s Youth Nakuru, where his consistent displays earned him a move to the top flight.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867727##Confirming the transfer, AFC Leopards welcomed t..

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OFFICIAL: Marvin Nabwire completes move to Champions League-chasing Zambian side

Harambee Stars midfielder Marvin Omondi Nabwire has completed a permanent move to Zambian champions Power Dynamos from Kenya Police FC, becoming the latest Kenyan player to secure a move abroad ahead of the 2026/27 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOmondi was unveiled on Thursday, 30 July, as one of six new arrivals by the Kitwe-based club as they continue to strengthen their squad for the upcoming Zambia Super League campaign and the CAF Champions League.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867727##The move sees Omondi become the latest Kenyan to don the famous yellow jersey, arriving just weeks after compatriot Moses Shumah departed the club following a sensational season in which he finished as the Zambian league’s top scorer with 21 goals before earning a transfer to South African side AmaZulu.Power Dynamos confirmed that Omondi joins from FKF Premier League outfit Kenya Police FC along with five other permanent signings.AFC Leopards add steel to defense with signing of Kariobangi Shark..

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CAF responds to FIFA’s controversial Forward Enterprise plan

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opted for consultation rather than confrontation over FIFA’s proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) initiative, becoming the first continental confederation to signal it will formally evaluate the plan instead of immediately rejecting it.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a statement released on Wednesday, CAF confirmed it had received official correspondence from FIFA regarding the proposal and would begin internal consultations before taking a position.##NAJAVA_MECA_9867727##The move comes as the initiative continues to divide world football, with UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) all expressing strong reservations over the plan, citing governance concerns and a lack of prior consultation.CAF, however, struck a more measured tone, saying the proposal would first be assessed by its leadership and member associations.”As part of this consultation process, the CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe, will host..

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Former AFC Leopards tactician appointed new MOFA head coach

Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) have handed over the reins to veteran tactician Gilbert Selebwa as they intensify their pursuit of promotion to the FKF Premier League.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSelebwa has won the race for the vacant head coach’s position ahead of Soy United’s Jeffers Odongo after weeks of deliberation by the club’s hierarchy.The experienced coach replaces former Gor Mahia defender Charles Bruno, who occupied the role before leaving prior to the end of last season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9869963##Selebwa had his media day duties at the club’s premises in Homa Bay on Wednesday.The veteran coach arrives with a reputation for building competitive sides and steering clubs towards the promised land.His coaching journey has seen him guide AFC Leopards back to the Kenyan top flight in 2009 while also earning promotion with Congo United.STARS ABROAD: Kenyan-eligible defender impresses in narrow pre-season defeat to LiverpoolMost recently, Selebwa was at the helm ..

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Rosemary Longisa leads Kenyan trio into Commonwealth Games mile final

Rosemary Longisa will spearhead Kenya’s charge in the women’s mile final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after producing a composed performance during the semifinal held on Thursday, 30 July in Glasgow, Scotland.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFellow Kenyan Naomi Korir also advanced after narrowly missing out on a podium finish, placing fourth in a time of 4:31.80, while Australia’s Claudia Hollingsworth claimed victory in 4:31.17.Teresiah Muthoni completed the Kenyan contingent that qualified for the final, giving the country three representatives in the medal race scheduled for Sunday, 2 August.Cherotich earns Kenya second Commonwealth Games gold as Odira books final spotThe semifinal unfolded cautiously, with the Kenyan runners opting for a patient approach in the opening stages. Naomi Korir and Longisa stayed off the early pace as Tanzania’s Musa remained among the leaders. However, the race came alive towards the end of the second lap when the Kenyan duo began moving th..

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Mancini back as Italy’s boss

The drama is over. After 16 days in charge, Italy’s technical director Paolo Maldini and his advisor Leonardo left their position when the first obstacle arrived – appointment of the new coach. Andrea Pirlo was the odd choice and when that wasn’t approved the duo left. Now, Italian football federation’s president turned to more ‘experienced duo’. A trio of Giovanni Malago, Roberto Mancini and Claudio Ranieri (technical director) with their combined 202 years of age was trusted to lead the Italian national football in the next four years.Roberto Mancini è il nuovo Commissario Tecnico della Nazionale 🇮🇹💙#Nazionale #Azzurri #VivoAzzurro pic.twitter.com/PioBpZX6TS— Nazionale Italiana ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@Azzurri) July 28, 2026 Even though all Serie A presidents (apart from Lazio’s Lotito) were for Antonio Conte, Malago decided to appoint Mancini, who won the EURO 2020 with Italy, but also left the position in odd circumstances. His abrupt resignation as Italy coach in 2023 to take charge of Saudi Ar..

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