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Kenyan football academy edges Swedish side to clinch 2026 Gothia Cup

Legacy Football Academy have etched their name into East African football history after becoming the first team from the region to win the Gothia Cup Boys Under-14 title.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Kenyan academy completed a remarkable unbeaten campaign by defeating Sweden’s Lerums IS 1-0 in the final played on Saturday, 18 July in Gothenburg.David Jesse’s 10th-minute strike was enough to secure one of the biggest achievements ever by an East African youth football team.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##The victory capped off a dominant tournament for the Nairobi-based academy, which swept aside opponents from the group stage to the knockout rounds, on their way to lifting the prestigious trophy.Legacy were drawn in Group 13 alongside IFK Nykoping 1, Solangens BK, Virestad IF, and IF Centern Vit, and immediately stamped their authority on the competition.They opened their campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over IF Centern Vit on Monday, 13 July, before dismantling Solangen..

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Tanzanian club confirms signing of FKF-PL Golden Glove winner

Tanzania Premier League side Pamba Jiji have completed the signing of Kenyan goalkeeper Stephen Ochieng from FKF Premier League outfit Shabana FC.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe highly-rated shot-stopper becomes the latest Kenyan player to secure a move across the border, with his arrival further strengthening the growing Kenyan presence in Tanzania’s top flight.Pamba Jiji confirmed Ochieng’s arrival through the club’s official channels, welcoming the goalkeeper with a glowing message.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##”Modern goalkeeper Stephen Ochieng is now part of the family, having joined from Shabana FC of Kenya. Welcome to Pamba Jiji FC,” the club posted.The transfer ends weeks of speculation surrounding Ochieng’s future after attracting interest from several clubs following an outstanding 2025/26 campaign with Shabana.The former Ulinzi Stars goalkeeper enjoyed the best season of his career, producing a string of commanding displays that helped establish Shabana among the le..

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World Cup hero Vozinha eyes one final adventure at 40

When Vozinha arrived at the FIFA World Cup, fewer than 50,000 people followed him on social media.By the time Cape Verde’s remarkable adventure came to an end, that number had exploded to 29 million.The charismatic goalkeeper became one of the tournament’s breakout stars thanks to a string of outstanding performances that helped introduce both himself and his country to a global audience.Moment when legendary Mexico goalkeeper Jorge Campos took Vozinha to meet Colombian legend Higueta before their World Cup legend game pic.twitter.com/tM066CtLeI— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) July 18, 2026 His World Cup journey began with a sensational display against eventual finalists Spain, earning Cape Verde a historic 0-0 draw in their first-ever meeting with La Roja on football’s biggest stage.He followed that by helping his side claim further draws against Uruguay (2-2) and Saudi Arabia (0-0), before Cape Verde were finally knocked out by another finalist, Argentina, who needed extra time to edge ..

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TACTICAL ANALYSIS: The shocking 18-minute stat that destroyed England’s World Cup dream against Argentina

Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over England at the Atlanta Stadium, booking their spot in another World Cup final in a match defined by contrasting tactical mentalities. While Thomas Tuchel’s England side sought to protect a precious second-half lead by retreating into a passive low block, Lionel Scaloni’s relentless tactical bravery sparked a late Argentinian comeback. Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsGoals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturned Anthony Gordon’s opener, illustrating how structural adjustments and proactive in-game management can dismantle even the most organized defensive setups. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9850730##Argentina initiated the contest in a nominal 4-4-2 system with Emiliano Martínez in goal, shielded by a center-back pairing of Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martínez. Nahuel Molina occupied the right-back role, while Nicolás Tagliafico provided natural width from left-back.In midfield, Leandro Paredes acted as the deep-lying playmaker, fl..

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Who wins the World Cup game no one actually wants to play?

Sometimes, watching these matches is a genuine delight, especially when at least one team treats a third-place finish as a triumph worth celebrating.Sweden in 1994, Croatia in 1998 and 2022, Turkey in 2002, and Belgium in 2018 all fit that mould. Yet, the looming bronze-medal showdown between England and France at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami feels more like a reluctant obligation than a spirited finale.Instead, both the Three Lions and Les Bleus are reeling from crushing semi-final defeats and likely counting the hours until they can escape to well-deserved holidays. Rather than fighting for glory in the final, they must endure an unwelcome meeting that threatens to heap even more disappointment on at least one of them.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784####EDITORS_CHOICE##Up until that fateful Tuesday night, France looked unstoppable, a force marching toward the title that slipped through their fingers four years ago. But Luis de la Fuente’s Spain proved impenetrable, their tactical brilliance turni..

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Harambee Stars defender explains ditching Kenya Police for Gor Mahia

Harambee Stars defender Daniel Sakari has opened up on his decision to join record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia. The talented right back revealed that the club’s stature, exposure, and the pressure that comes with wearing the famous green jersey convinced him to leave Kenya Police FC for a new challenge.The 28-year-old, who signed a two-year deal with K’Ogalo as the club’s first acquisition of the current transfer window, believes the move came at the right stage of his career, as he seeks to continue growing both domestically, and on the continental stage.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSakari arrives at Gor Mahia with an impressive résumé, having lifted FKF Premier League titles with both Tusker FC and Kenya Police. His experience and versatility across the backline are expected to strengthen the reigning champions as they prepare for another demanding campaign.In an exclusive with Mozzart Sport, the Harambee Stars defender said Gor Mahia’s rich history and the ..

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BETTING GUIDE: France vs England Match Preview, Team News and Prediction

Two hurt heavyweights of international football are set to renew their historic hostilities on Saturday, playing for the prize that nobody truly wants to win before a ball is kicked: the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff.Dowload our MozzartSport App For More NewsBoth European giants saw their dreams of reaching the grand showpiece cruelly snatched away in the semi-finals, meaning a battle for a bronze medal and pride remains their final act in North America.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##Les Bleus enter the clash after seeing their favorites tag ripped up in a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Spain, leaving departing manager Didier Deschamps to navigate his final match in charge under a cloud of tactical criticism.Messi’s return to MetLife Stadium: Time to make history and face ghosts of the pastEngland, meanwhile, suffered yet another painful tournament exit, surrendering an early lead to lose 2-1 to reigning champions Argentina. With Thomas Tuchel facing immediate pressure over his defensive, pa..

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Can Kakamega School reclaim their throne as KSSSA National Boys’ football returns?

The journey to the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two Games has delivered everything that has come to define school football in Kenya; upsets, controversy, emerging powerhouses, and the fall of defending champions.When the first match kicks off at MPesa Foundation Academy in Thika, a new chapter will begin in a competition that has produced some of the country’s finest footballers over the past five decades. The national championship will once again bring together eight regional representatives, but unlike previous editions, there is no overwhelming favorite.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsInstead, the tournament presents one of the most unpredictable title races in recent memory. The biggest storyline heading into Thika is the absence of defending champions St. Joseph’s Boys Kitale. The Trans Nzoia giants, who lifted their maiden national title in 2025, saw their reign come to an abrupt end at the county championships after losing to ..

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Victor Wanyama calls on players to build lasting value beyond the pitch

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has urged footballers to invest wisely and prepare for life after retirement. The midfield maestro urged players to pursue education and build careers beyond the pitch, warning that too many former players struggle financially after their playing days end.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIt is not uncommon to hear stories of retired footballers. who, despite enjoying successful playing careers and earning substantial incomes, end up living difficult lives after hanging up their boots. Wanyama believes proper financial planning, education, and surrounding oneself with the right people can help players avoid that fate.Having successfully transitioned into life after football himself, the former Harambee Stars captain is already charting a new path. He is currently working on launching the Victor Wanyama Academy, an initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of football talent while remaining actively involved in the sport tha..

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Harambee Stars defender reveals how teammates ‘refused’ to take penalties in CHAN quarter-final

Kenyan international Alphonce Omija has opened the lid on how pressure caused a change of plans in penalties during Kenya’s encounter with Madagascar at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHarambee Stars had an incredible performance in the continental tournament, which was co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.Eventually, Kenya was eliminated at the quarter-final by Madagascar in an electric match that was decided by post-match penalties, with Barea securing a 4-3 win.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##Having missed Kenya’s last spot kick, Omija spoke of the circumstances that led to him taking responsibility.“On that day, the people we expected to take penalties refused, and that is why three center backs took it. In fact, the whole five penalty-takers were defenders. The people we thought would take and score refused to take,” Omija told Zoza Sportscast.The former Gor Mahia Star went on to attribute the circumstances that led to Kenya’s ous..

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