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Victor Wanyama reveals three managers shaping his coaching philosophy

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has revealed three coaches who greatly influence his coaching philosophy.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder retired from playing in April after a stellar career that saw him make a name for himself in Europe and beyond.Following his retirement, the 35-year-old embarked on nurturing his coaching career. Having already completed his UEFA B coaching license while still playing, Wanyama enrolled for the UEFA A Coaching License, which he is currently undertaking with the Irish Football Association (IFA).”I like his deep passion for football”: Motsepe backs Infantino despite growing criticismWith ambitions of coaching at the top level, the JMJ Academy graduate is slowly crafting his coaching philosophy, and has since opened up on the three coaches influencing his style.“I have watched a lot of football and learned from a lot of coaches. I have learned a lot from Pochettino (Mauricio), who coached at ..

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EPL arrivals day: Garnacho on rehabilitation at Aston Villa

A major rebuild is underway at Aston Villa. The Birmingham club has been one of the busiest sides since the summer transfer window opened, generating significant income while also investing heavily in the squad. Their latest signing, however, comes through a creative deal that delays the transfer fee until next summer.Villa have officially welcomed Alejandro Garnacho, who joins from Chelsea on a season-long loan. The agreement includes an obligation to buy if certain conditions are met, while a four-year contract is already waiting for the Argentine once the move becomes permanent.Alejandro. Announced. pic.twitter.com/2rsRli9q8Q— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) July 23, 2026 Chelsea are expected to receive €50 million for Garnacho—but the structure of the deal suggests they may already be confident that payment is guaranteed. Both clubs appear to have found a solution that perfectly suits their financial situations.Just two days earlier, Chelsea completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from ..

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Saviour has arrived – Klopp officially takes charge of Germany

Jurgen Klopp is set to be officially unveiled as Germany’s new head coach on Friday, taking over from Julian Nagelsmann after the German Football Association confirmed a press conference for 12 a.m.Klopp will be joined at the presentation by DFB president Bernd Neuendorf, sporting director Rudi Voler and press officer Franziska Wulle as he begins a new chapter with the national team.🚨💣 JÜRGEN KLOPP IS BACK! Revealed on Sunday, now official: Klopp will be unveiled as Germany’s new head coach tomorrow. LIVE on Sky Sport News: He will be presented at 11:00 CEST on Friday. Before that, he will sign his contract until 2030.It also confirms what we’ve been… pic.twitter.com/6GeKnvyil1— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 23, 2026 The former Liverpool boss will arrive with several familiar faces on his coaching staff. Long-time assistant Peter “Piet” Krawietz will once again work alongside Klopp, while ex-Liverpool coach Pepijn Lijnders has also been appointed.Completing the coaching group ..

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Harambee Starlets target WAFCON semi-finals after intensive France camp

Harambee Starlets believe they have laid the foundation for a successful 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (wafcon) campaign after completing an intensive training camp in Miramas, France, with the players now setting their sights on a historic semi final appearance.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe national women’s team travelled to France on 15 July for a week long training camp as part of the final phase of preparations before heading to Morocco on 23 July for the continental showpiece, which runs from July 26 to August 16.Kenya will kick off their Group A campaign against hosts Morocco on 26 July before taking on Senegal and Algeria.##NAJAVA_MECA_9861337##Forward Marion Serenge said the quality of training and facilities in France has strengthened the squad’s confidence, insisting the players believe they can compete with Africa’s best.”We have trained well, the training facilities have been excellent and every session has pushed us to become better. We know the level..

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FKF sack official over gross misconduct

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has announced the sacking of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer Wilfred Marori over gross misconduct.In a letter dated today, Thursday 23 July by CEO Dennis Gicheru, the federation has decided to part ways with Marori, who has been putting various federation heads under pressure.Download Our MozzartSport App For More News“The Federation has decided to SUMMARILY DISMISS you (Marori) from your position as Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, with effect from July 23, 2026, pursuant to Section 44(3) of the Employment Act, 2007,” read the statement in part.The dismissal follows what has been an ongoing disciplinary process on Marori, who had received a show cause letter by the federation on Monday, 15 June.Hundreds of millions await Harambee Starlets at WAFCON after CAF prize boostIn the letter, Marori was accused of desertation of duty without approval, misrepresentation of the federation, using foul language on fellow employees on social media, as well as..

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All Greek to the Gunners: Arsenal sign offensive powerhouse from Belgium

The Premier League champions have completed their first major move of the June Transfer Window.After signing Piero Hincapie on a permanent deal from Bayer Leverkusen and bringing in free-agent backup goalkeeper Illan Meslier, Arsenal have announced the signing of Christos Tzolis, who signed a five-year contract, joining from Club Brugge for €40 million, which makes him the most expensive Greek player ever and the largest sale in Belgian football history.Energy. Instinct. End product. Christos Tzolis is a Gunner ✍️ pic.twitter.com/NP7QHI3u15— Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 23, 2026 Judging by last season’s numbers, Arsenal appear to have signed a genuine attacking powerhouse and a constant threat to opposition defences, as the Greek international had as many as 51 goal contributions in all competitions last season – 22 goals and 29 assists.His attacking versatility and ability to finish with either foot will add a new dimension to Mikel Arteta’s squad.Arteta’s pattern: Never-ending hunt for go..

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Sabastian Sawe’s sub-two-hour marathon ratified by World Athletics

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe has officially entered the history books after World Athletics ratified his sensational 1:59.30 performance at the 2026 London Marathon as the men’s marathon world record.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsSawe became the first athlete to run a legal, record-eligible marathon in under two hours when he produced the historic time on 26 April, which lowered the previous world record of 2:00.35 set by the late Kelvin Kiptum at the 2023 Chicago Marathon by 65 seconds.##NAJAVA_MECA_9861106##The ratification carries special significance because while Eliud Kipchoge famously ran 1:59.40 in Vienna in 2019, that performance came in a specially organized exhibition under controlled conditions and was not eligible for world record recognition.Sawe’s feat, however, came during a standard competitive marathon that met all World Athletics requirements.The Kenyan sealed victory after an enthralling battle with Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha and Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo.Sawe ma..

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Kenya unveils five hockey masters teams for 2026 World Cup

Kenya has confirmed its final squads for the 2026 World Masters Hockey (WMH) World Cup, with five teams set to fly the country’s flag at the global championship beginning on Thursday, 23 July in the Netherlands.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe squads, verified by World Masters Hockey ahead of the tournament, will compete across the men’s Over-40, Over-45 and Over-50 categories, as well as the women’s Over-35 and Over-40 divisions. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9857634##The competition will run until August 1 across Rotterdam, Schiedam, Breda in the Netherlands and Brasschaat in Belgium, bringing together approximately 400 teams under the theme “Generation of Greatness – We Don’t Stop Playing.”The women’s Over-40 side will be led by goalkeeper Brenda Wangila, alongside experienced players including: Euphrasia Alusiola, Sandra Nyambura, Sarafina Sikwata, Dorris Kirui, Jackqeuline Ogot, Jane Ndirangu, Catherine Mulwa and Diana Ellinger. The squad will be managed by Leocardear Ofulla, with W..

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Arteta’s pattern: Never-ending hunt for goalkeepers

Mikel Arteta finally achieved his goal last season and won the Premier League with Arsenal after six seasons at the club. And unlike some other recent champions like Manchester City and Liverpool, the Spaniard’s main weapon was a rock-solid defence.With arguably the best centre-back duo in the world, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes, full-backs Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber, and help from the bench from Cristhian Mosquera, Piero Hincapie, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Ben White, Arteta built a fortress in front of David Raya’s goal.Arsenal eye ex-Man City defender as Saliba injury fears growStill, the impact of the fantastic goalkeeper cannot be overlooked, as he won the Premier League Golden Glove award for the third consecutive time last season.Therefore, everyone is aware that Arteta places great emphasis on defence, and perhaps that could explain his recently discovered yet rather obvious obsession with custodians.Since taking charge of Arsenal in December 2019 – excluding hi..

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“I like his deep passion for football”: Motsepe backs Infantino despite growing criticism

African football boss Patrice Motsepe on Wednesday, 22 July offered an emphatic defence of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, portraying him as a devoted steward of the game and friend of the continent.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsInfantino has faced growing criticism over FIFA’s decision to delay a suspension for United States striker Folarin Balogun at the recently concluded World Cup, as well as the introduction of hydration breaks and the prospect of expanding the men’s tournament to 64 teams.”I like his deep love for football, deep committment for football in the world and support for Africa,” Motsepe told journalists in Johannesburg.Harambee Starlets set to cash in big after CAF announces new WAFCON prize moneyMotsepe said the Swiss administrator “had remained loyal” to Africa and played a key role in advancing football across the continent.”Gianni has played a pivotal role in expanding opportunities for African national teams on the global stage,” he said, referring ..

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