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Football Kenya Federation (FKF)-trained and certified scout Francis Obado says watching players he identified go on to represent Kenya at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan has given him fresh motivation to pursue his ambitions in football talent development.Obado, who had goalkeeper Elvis Odhiambo, Bleza Barack, Duncan Muya and Javan Ochieng on his scouting list, believes their performances on the international stage have validated his work and strengthened his confidence in his ability to identify promising footballers.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101473##The Nyakach Girls coach says seeing the youngsters he had identified compete at a global tournament was a rewarding experience and a reminder that his work in grassroots football can produce meaningful results.”Seeing the boys I scouted play on the world stage is impressive and a great morale booster. It motivates me and reassures me that the work I am doing is quality work and not just an ordinary job.I am thankful, and I pray f..

The rising number of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries among Kenyan footballers has raised concerns about player welfare within the country’s football structure. Mozzart Sport spoke to veteran strength and conditioning coach Geoffrey Onyango, who pointed to gaps in injury prevention, inadequate physiotherapy assessments, and the playing surfaces used in the country.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101822##Several Kenyan footballers have suffered ACL injuries in 2026, with the setbacks disrupting their club campaigns and threatening their availability for national team assignments.Among those affected are Harambee Stars striker Jonah Ayunga, who plays for Scottish side St Mirren, Hillary Wandera of APS Bomet, KCB’s Humphrey Mieno, former Everton midfielder Tyler Onyango, AFC Leopards midfielder Eric Namaaan Balecho, Kenya U23 midfielder Jack Ongaya, Harambee Starlets forward Violet Nanjala and Kenyan prospect Eliot Matazo.The injuries have left the players facing lengthy rehabilitation programme..

Tavernes are set to experience the biggest night in their history when they face Valencia in a Copa del Rey first-round tie.In a unique twist, the sixth-tier side will officially play at Mestalla as the nominal hosts because Tavernes’ own ground did not meet the RFEF’s requirements for the fixture, meaning La Liga giants Valencia will technically be the away side at their own stadium.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsValencia enter the match under heavy pressure after a difficult start to the La Liga campaign that has left them 19th in the standings under Javier Aguirre.##NAJAVA_MECA_10098551##However, facing an opponent five divisions below them offers Los Che a prime opportunity to rediscover their scoring touch and advance in a competition they have won eight times in their history.Kick-off: 11:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Tuesday 10 NovemberVenue: Mestalla, Valencia (Nominal home of Tavernes)Group: Copa del Rey (First Round Proper)Current standings: Tavernes (6th tier, Lliga Comun..

Shabana FC head coach Ahmed Fathi Abdalla Ibrahim has warned his players that nobody is guaranteed a starting place, insisting that individual performances and impact when given opportunities will determine selection following their 3-2 victory over Mombasa United at Mbaraki Stadium.The Egyptian tactician made the remarks after several substitutes made a significant impact in the contest, with Derrick Oketch coming off the bench to score the decisive goal six minutes from time and seal Shabana’s second victory of the Kenyan Premier League campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101822##Fathi indicated that the performances of his substitutes could earn them starting opportunities in subsequent matches, making it clear that established players would not be guaranteed their places.”We made substitutions which had an impact in the match. Those players have shown that they deserve to start, so why not give them the nod? Nobody is guaranteed a starting place. It all depends on individual performances and ..

Harambee Stars defender “Eric Marcelo Ouma” produced a man-of-the-match performance, scoring a goal and providing an assist as his Polish side Raków Częstochowa battled to a 4-2 away win over Legia Warsaw.Marcelo, who is continuing his rehabilitation and adaptation following a lengthy spell on the sidelines with injury, started as a left-back for his team.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101822##Patryk Makuch broke the deadlock in the 21st minute to give Raków a half-time lead before Kacper Chodyna equalised for Legia in the 56th minute.Legia’s joy lasted only two minutes as Mahir Emreli capitalised on a failed build-up by the hosts before laying the ball off to Marcelo, who struck it into the back of the net via the post to restore Raków’s lead.The former Gor Mahia defender was at it again in the 61st minute. He made an overlapping run and delivered a sumptuous cross that Oliwier Kwiatkowski converted to score Raków’s third.Gor Mahia revenue from Nairobi United clash falls short of KSh 1 millionThe fl..

Burton Albion will be looking to secure their place in the EFL Trophy knockout stages when they welcome Notts County to the Pirelli Stadium on Tuesday night.Gary Bowyer’s side head into this crucial encounter with renewed confidence after bouncing back from a league defeat against Wycombe with an emphatic 4-0 FA Cup victory over Rushden and Diamonds.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsNotts County make the trip having already secured qualification from the group stage, currently sitting comfortably after thrashing Nottingham Forest Under-21s and edging Grimsby Town. Martin Paterson’s side are unbeaten in their last four matches across all competitions, though they had to dig deep in a dramatic penalty-shootout win over Altrincham in the FA Cup.Both teams will view this fixture as an opportunity to test squad depth while maintaining momentum.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Tuesday 10 NovemberVenue: Pirelli Stadium, Burton upon TrentGroup: EFL Trophy (Group Stage)Current standin..

AFC Leopards coach Fred Ambani has praised goalkeeper Tom Ikara following his impressive display in their goalless draw against 3K FC in Embu, with the Ugandan custodian playing a pivotal role in securing a point for Ingwe.Ikara, who joined the 1998 league champions during the transfer window, produced several important saves, including a second-half penalty save to deny Glen Yanick and preserve Leopards’ unbeaten run.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101822##The former BUL FC goalkeeper has now registered five clean sheets, putting him at the top of the early Golden Glove race as he targets another shutout when Leopards host Mombasa United in their next fixture.Ambani was particularly impressed by Ikara’s consistency and urged the rest of his squad to match the goalkeeper’s commitment and mentality.”Ikara is really doing so well. He is one of the players who understands why he came into the team because his performances have been top-notch. If all the players can have the same mentality and attitude as..

Plymouth Parkway and Berkhamsted square off in what is one of the most unlikely and historic FA Cup first-round ties, with both seventh-tier clubs reaching this stage of the competition for the first time.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsAlthough there was initial disappointment at missing out on a glamour tie against a high-profile EFL side, both clubs recognize this fixture as a generational opportunity to reach the second round.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095241##Sitting fourth in the Southern League Premier Division South, Plymouth Parkway enter as favourites, bolstered by a perfect home record at Bolitho Park.Meanwhile, Berkhamsted arrive looking to repeat their giant-killing heroics from the fourth qualifying round when they stunned National League side Southend United, setting the stage for a fiercely contested cup battle in Devon.Kick-off: 10:30 PM (Kenyan Time), Monday 09 NovemberVenue: Bolitho Park, PlymouthGroup: FA Cup (First Round Proper)Current standings: Plymouth Parkway (..