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Burning question in France: Is Mbappe okay?

Last night, France once again demonstrated why they are considered the top favourites to win the World Cup. Morocco held firm during the opening half, with Yassine Bounou denying Kylian Mbappe’s penalty, but the six-minute blitzkrieg after the break sealed the Atlas Lions’ World Cup fate.Les Bleus were dominant throughout the game, and it seemed only a matter of time before they broke their rivals’ resistance.Mbappe and Dembele too strong for the Atlas LionsFollowing the 2-0 triumph, everyone in France is naturally satisfied, and the confidence is sky-high ahead of the semi-finals against one of their neighbours, either Spain or Belgium. The focus is on the analysis of the win against Morocco, but also on one burning question that looms over the delight:Is Mbappe okay?Les Bleus captain was forced off the pitch in the 77th minute of the clash in Foxborough due to an ankle injury, and was later seen sitting on the bench with ice strapped to his foot.😬French skipper Kylian Mbappe was foul..

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BETTING GUIDE: Spain vs Belgium, World Cup Prediction

BETTING GUIDE: Spain vs BelgiumSpain and Belgium face off in a mouth-watering 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final with a place in the semi-finals at stake.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe two European heavyweights meet in Los Angeles, where Spain will be aiming to continue their remarkable defensive record while Belgium look to extend their impressive unbeaten run.##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##La Roja have arguably been the tournament’s most complete side, progressing through the knockout rounds without conceding a single goal.Belgium, meanwhile, have recovered from a slow group-stage start to score 12 goals in their last three matches, setting up an intriguing battle between one of the tournament’s best attacks and its strongest defence.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), FridayVenue: SoFi Stadium, Los AngelesStage: Quarter-finalCurrent standings: Knockout Stage (Quarter-finals)Mbappe and Dembele too strong for the Atlas LionsQualification implications: The winner advances to the W..

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Emmanuel Wanyonyi steps into uncharted territory as Faith Kipyegon seeks Monaco response

World and Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi will venture into unfamiliar territory when he makes his debut over the 1,000m at Friday’s Monaco Diamond League.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsWanyonyi will lead a strong Kenyan contingent at the prestigious meeting.The 21-year-old will temporarily step away from his signature two-lap event to take on a stacked field led by Algeria’s Djamel Sedjati in what promises to be one of the night’s most intriguing contests at the Stade Louis II.##NAJAVA_MECA_9837947##While it will be Wanyonyi’s first appearance over the distance, Sedjati arrives with experience, having won his only previous 1,000m race in 2:13.97 at the 2024 ACNW Track and Field League meeting in South Africa.Despite his inexperience over the event, Wanyonyi has already demonstrated his versatility beyond the 800m. He opened his 2026 season by winning the 1,500m at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi, producing a front-running display to clock 3:34.11 ahead of world b..

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Sorry Quansah, you’re not Balogun: England defender handed two-match ban after red card

One set of rules applies to the Americans, and another to everyone else. When President Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino, everything is interpreted differently—suspensions can be lifted and replaced with suspended punishments. But in every other case, the rules are enforced as written. Mercy is only possible when the U.S. president gets involved, not when football associations submit appeals. England asked FIFA to overturn Jarell Quansah’s red card, but to no avail. FIFA did not grant their request as it did for the United States ahead of the Round of 16 clash against Belgium. Folarin Balogun was allowed to play in that match despite receiving a straight red card, but Jarell Quansah will miss England’s quarterfinal against Norway. He will also be unavailable for a potential semifinal, only becoming eligible again for the final—if the Three Lions make it that far.England on red alert: Key players walk suspension tightrope as injuries lurkThe two-match suspension remains in force, wit..

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Kenya Police receive Ksh6 million boost to strengthen transfer plans

Kenya Police FC have received a significant financial boost to aid their transfer plans after securing Ksh6 million from partners as they prepare for the 2026/27 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe law enforcers, who are expected to be among the busiest clubs in the ongoing transfer window, are strengthening their squad as they target success in the FKF Premier League and the Mozzart Bet Cup.##NAJAVA_MECA_9837947##Diamond Trust Bank (DTB), one of the club’s sponsors, presented Kenya Police with Ksh5 million to support their transfer activities.The club also received an additional Ksh1 million from their patron, Principal Secretary for Interior and National Administration Raymond Omollo.The funds were presented during the club’s gala awards dinner held at a Nairobi hotel on Tuesday, 7 July.Harambee Stars team manager lands new role at TuskerDespite the financial injection, Kenya Police chairman and Senior Assistant Inspector General (SAIG) Nyale Munga urged more partn..

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Junior Starlets midfielder wary of South Africa despite first-leg advantage

Junior Starlets midfielder Tabitha Wambui has warned that Kenya cannot afford to underestimate South Africa despite taking a commanding lead into the decisive FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya will host South Africa in the second leg of the third and final qualifying round on Sunday, 12 July, at Nyayo National Stadium, with a place at the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup at stake.##NAJAVA_MECA_9837947##The Junior Starlets head into the match in a strong position after securing a 2-0 victory away to South Africa at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on Saturday, 4 July. However, Wambui believes the tie is far from over.The Kahawa Pride midfielder pointed to South Africa’s impressive 2-0 away win over Tanzania in the previous qualifying round as proof that the visitors remain a dangerous side.”They are a well-coached team and, looking at their away performance against Tanzania, they will be a threat even here in Kenya,” said Wambui.Kenya ..

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Why Harambee Starlets coach believes they can compete at WAFCON

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has insisted her side will head to the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with the intention of competing for honors rather than merely making up the numbers.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Starlets secured qualification for the continental showpiece for the first time in a decade and will be looking to build on the country’s growing reputation in women’s football. With four FIFA Women’s World Cup places up for grabs at the tournament Odemba believes her team has what it takes to challenge Africa’s top sides.##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##”We are not just going to participate; we are going to compete,” Odemba told CAFOnline.com.”I believe we have grown tremendously as a team over the years. We have improved in many areas, and the friendly matches we have played have given us a clear picture of where we stand. We will be facing the best teams on the continent, but I believe we can match them and compete stron..

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Harambee Stars team manager lands new role at Tusker

Tusker FC have appointed Harambee Stars team manager Nicodemas Kimathi as the club’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), ushering in a new era at Ruaraka as the Brewers intensify preparations for the 2026/27 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe appointment was announced by the Brewers’ chairman, Charles Gacheru, during the club’s end-of-season gala awards on Thursday evening.Kimathi succeeds Sam Nzau, who departs after three years as CEO. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##Nzau, who assumed the role midway through 2023, oversaw a period of organizational stability while steering the club through several transitional phases both on and off the pitch, which culminated with the Mozzart Bet Cup triumph.His exit paves the way for one of Kenyan football’s most respected sports administrators, with Kimathi bringing a unique blend of football operations, high-performance analysis, and executive leadership to the 13-time FKF Premier League champions.Kimathi has built an impressive reputati..

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Tusker forward cum preacher donates Ksh100,000 Mozzart Bet Cup’s MVP cheque to former club

When Ian Simiyu joined Nzoia Sportiff’s youth ranks in 2010, his coaches, Mathias Onyango, Jotham Ngaa, and the late Jonathan Aoko challenged him to live up to a familiar name.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThey believed he had the potential to follow in the footsteps of his late father, Henry Simiyu, popularly known as Mbanacho—loosely translated as ‘generous man’ in the Bukusu dialect—a revered winger who made his name at Nzoia Sugar FC.Ian never had the chance to watch his father in action, as he passed away in 2005 when he was still a young boy.But those who had seen the elder Simiyu play spoke of an explosive winger blessed with blistering pace and a keen eye for goal, qualities his coaches quickly recognised in the youngster thanks to his exploits with Lifundo, a football made from polythene bags.##NAJAVA_MECA_9839157##Among 14 siblings, Ian and his elder brother, Moses Masinde, pursued football seriously.His natural ability convinced his coaches that he had the tale..

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Mbappe and Dembele too strong for the Atlas Lions

Sixth game so far for France at this World Cup and sixth win for Les Bleus. Many tried but nobody managed to do anything against this team, which proves, game and game again that they are the best team at this tournament. These players have such individual quality that they manage to overcome all obstacles during the 90 minutes of every match. Today against Morocco, the biggest obstacle for the French was Yassine Bounou, and the Atlas Lions’ keeper saved everything thrown his way for an hour. But he couldn’t do anything against the individual qualities of Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele. When nothing was working, these two stars scored some excellent goals and secured a 2-0 win over Morocco and a trip to the semi-finals, where their probable opponent will be Spain. Considering the performances so far, this should be a final before final. The Atlas Lions came to the semi-finals at Qatar four years earlier and were stopped by France (also with the same score), and nothing changed much ..

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