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Jude’s case is proof that selflessness pays off

Four days ago, Jude Bellingham was making headlines all around the world. Not because of his disappointing performance in England’s 2-1 defeat to Argentina, but because of his scandalous post-match reaction and an attempt at a physical altercation with La Albiceleste’s Valentin Barco.The biggest story last night was England’s incredible 6-4 victory over France in the third-place play-off, with Thomas Tuchel’s side overshadowing Bellingham’s class act and what felt like a redemption for his previous actions.A Ten-Goal Epic in Miami as England Edge Out France in World Cup ThrillerAfter a stellar first half that gave them a 4-0 lead, England began to crumble, allowing the rivals to close the gap to 4-3 with about half an hour remaining.Still, instead of Les Bleus’ complete comeback, the Three Lions were awarded a late penalty to seal the deal. Given that the team captain and first-choice penalty taker, Harry Kane, was on the bench, it was Bellingham’s turn to step up, take the penalty, an..

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Kenyan javelin star targets strong finish in final Commonwealth Games appearance

Kenyan javelin legend Julius Yego is under no illusions on the level of opposition he will have to overcome, should he enjoy a fairytale finish to what he believes will be his last Commonwealth Games appearance later this month.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsYego, 37, is among Kenya’s standout athletes who will feature at the forthcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games, scheduled for Thursday, 23 July to Sunday, 2 August in Glasgow, Scotland.Having dominated the event for more than two decades, dating back to the year 2006 when he won the national junior title and broke the Kenyan junior record, Yego is with no doubts right in the sunset years of his career, a fact that has not been lost on him heading back into the venue that gave him his first international gold medal.Kenyan Javelin icon Julius Yego announces retirement timeline”I was in Glasgow in 2014, and I won, so I am going back to pick it up from there,” Yego told The Star during his final set of preparations at Kasarani S..

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Kenya Police technical director on how club will cope with exit of Abud Omar, other key players

Kenya Police FC Technical Director Bashatir Mnyama has appealed to the club’s supporters to remain patient, insisting the management is making significant progress in strengthening the squad ahead of the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season.Mnyama’s assurance comes amid growing anxiety among sections of the club’s faithful following a wave of departures during the ongoing transfer window, with the Law Enforcers yet to officially unveil any new signings.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe former league champions have sanctioned the exits of several players as part of a squad restructuring exercise. Those who have left by mutual consent include: Ambrose Sifuna, Enock Masinza, Awesu Ally Awesu, Chris Opondo, David Owino, Tobias Omondi and Alvin Mang’eni.Meanwhile, defender Daniel Sakari and winger David Odhiambo have completed moves to Gor Mahia, while Harambee Stars midfielder Marvin Nabwire is on the verge of joining Zambian champions Power Dynamos. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##Add..

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US athlete credits Kenyan legend for inspiring him to career-best win at London Diamond League

USA athlete Brandon Miller has credited Kenya’s David Rudisha for inspiring him ahead of his 800m personal best time at the London Diamond League on Saturday, 18 July.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMiller, off a brilliant victory at the Prefontaine Classic on 3 July, stepped it up a notch at the London Stadium on Saturday, soundly beating a stacked field to romp away to a victory that improved his career-best time in the two-lap event by almost a second to 1:42.19.Timing his race to near-perfection, the understated 24-year-old broke out from mid-field to close down Kenyan Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi with 200m to go, clinching fourth consecutive victory.©Getty ImagesUnbeknownst to many, Miller had been keenly observing one of the greatest 800m runners in history, including watching his record-breaking run on the very morning of the race.“Feels absolutely amazing to have run on the same track David Rudisha ran 14 years ago,” Miller told Citius Mag after the race, refe..

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Harambee Starlets goalkeeper reflects on teammates’ support after conceding soft goal to Chelsea striker

Harambee Starlets goalkeeper Lilian Awuor has opened the lid on how she managed to overcome a costly blunder against Australia during the 2026 FIFA Series tournament. Awuor was at fault, allowing Chelsea Women’s team striker Sam Kerr to score an easy goal, in a match that ended 2-0 in favour of Australia. She let in what seemed an harmless shot, from the forward, slip through her gloves to the disappointment of the hundreds of fans present. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsDespite the setback, Awuor, who plies her trade in Romania with Farul Constanta, went on to have a decent game against The Matildas.In an interview with the press, Awuor for the first time spoke of the incident and the role the team played thereafter.“We have the best team, teammates and technical bench. Such an ordeal can happen but the most important thing is how to manage to get over it and the support you receive from the team,” said Awuor.##NAJAVA_MECA_9855114##The 27-year-old went ahead to reveal the..

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FALSE 10b: Dear Leo, I’ve never liked you…

People say that honesty is the foundation of every good relationship. So, here it is:Dear Leo, I’ve never liked you.I’m not sure why. I just don’t think our personalities clicked. From your wonderkid days, I’ve cheered against you, against Barcelona, against Argentina.And for years, I’ve been satisfied.FALSE 10a: Sorry seems to be the hardest word, but Spain should hear it from meWhile your accomplishments with the Catalans seemed inevitable, I was pleased with any Argentina setback. And there were plenty of them, you have to admit it.I remember the 2014 World Cup final. I cheered for Germany, as if I were born in Berlin or Munich. Mario Gotze became my hero when he shocked you in extra time. I was happy to see you empty-handed once again.For years, your name was an inevitable part of the GOAT debate, but I just couldn’t stomach it. I’m too young to have been able to watch Pele, Diego Armando Maradona, and other football icons.Whenever compatriots claimed you were better than Diego, I ..

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