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Ambitious coastal side signs highly-rated England-based midfielder

Mombasa United have completed the signing of promising winger Shawn Tune from England’s FCV Football Academy ahead of the 2026-2027 season. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Coastal club confirmed the arrival of the highly-rated attacker through an announcement on their official social media platforms, unveiling him as their first signing of the off-season transfer window. “Mombasa United FC is delighted to announce the signing of Shawn Tune from FCV Football Academy in England.A young player with ambition, character and immense potential, Shawn now begins the next chapter of his journey in the blue and white.Welcome to the family, Shawn.” The club posted. Tune’s arrival marks the beginning of what is expected to be a busy recruitment drive for Mombasa United as the club strengthens its squad for what is expected to be a gruelling campaign. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9834451##The 19-year-old joins the Kenyan top-flight newcomers after developing through the ranks at FCV Football Acade..

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Ronaldo clashes with reporters – “You’ve been trying to bury me for 23 Years”

Cristiano Ronaldo has heard every obituary ever written for his career. Ahead of Portugal’s FIFA World Cup round-of-16 clash with Spain (10:00 p.m.), the 41-year-old made it clear that he still intends to prove his critics wrong, while also confirming that this tournament will indeed be his final appearance on football’s biggest stage.Speaking to reporters before Monday’s knockout showdown at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, just outside Dallas, Ronaldo was once again confronted with the same questions that have followed him throughout the tournament: the constant criticism surrounding his performances and whether this would be his last World Cup. Rather than avoiding the subject, he embraced it, teasing the journalists in the room and poking fun at the critics who have questioned him for more than two decades.πˆπ“’𝐒 ππŽπ‘π“π”π†π€π‹ πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή 𝐕𝐒 π’ππ€πˆπ πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ π“πŽπƒπ€π˜ 😍🍿Only one can reach the quarter-finals… Will this be Cristiano Ronaldo’s last World Cup game, or will he and Portugal eliminate Spain? πŸ‘€π—ͺπ—›π—’β€™π—©π—˜ 𝗬𝗒𝗨..

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Government provides update on Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium expansion [PHOTOS]

The Kenyan government has issued a fresh progress report on the ongoing modernisation and expansion of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium in Siaya, with the facility set to undergo a major transformation into a world-class multi-sport complex as the country prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn an update shared on his official Facebook page, Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo outlined the key milestones achieved so far, revealing that Phase II of the project is progressing steadily through a joint partnership between the National Government and the County Government of Siaya.Gor Mahia official responds to criticism over Morrison’s free transfer to Sudanese giantsAmong the most significant upgrades is the expansion of the stadium’s seating capacity from the current 5,000 to between 15,000 and 20,000 spectators, a move expected to position the venue among the country’s leading sporti..

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All you need to know about Ghanaian defender on Gor Mahia’s radar

Gor Mahia’s quest to reinforce the squad, ahead of the 2026-2027 season,has reportedly taken them back to Ghana,with the club heavily linked with the signature of Asante Kotoko right back Emmanuel Kotei.The rumoured transfer of Kotei, emerging from Ghanaian media, comes after Gor Mahia administration manager Ronald Ngala revealed that the club is eyeing to strengthen the right back position.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsShould the move materialize, Kotei will be the latest Ghanaian, in recent times, to don the famous green jersey, joining Ebenezer Assifuah and Ebenezer Adukwaw and the already departed FKF Premier League’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Enoch Morisson. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9834451##Mozzart Sport takes a look at the player, who is expected to rival Paul Ochuoga, should Gor Mahia complete the transfer. Kotei is a 28-year old versatile defender, who primarily plays as a right back but can also play as a left back as well as on the right side of midfield.His versatility ..

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Trump call, FIFA U-turn, and global outrage: Balogun red card reversal sparks World Cup scandal

One of the biggest controversies in World Cup history has erupted just hours before the United States’ Round of 16 clash with Belgium after FIFA sensationally overturned Folarin Balogun’s suspension, allowing the American striker to play despite receiving a straight red card in the group stage.The decision has triggered a wave of criticism from across the football world, with coaches, pundits and fans questioning the integrity of the tournament after reports emerged that US President Donald Trump personally contacted FIFA president Gianni Infantino in an attempt to have the punishment overturned.I’M CRYING πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ pic.twitter.com/NBWI5rgnTAβ€” Hater Report (@HaterReport) July 5, 2026 Balogun, who has already scored three goals at the tournament, was sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina after stamping on the standing leg of defender Tarik Muharemovic. VAR reviewed the incident, the red card was upheld, and under FIFA regulations the Monaco forward was automatically suspended for the knockou..

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Freak accident: Henderson injures arm in celebration with fans

Will England’s place in the World Cup quarterfinals now be overshadowed by an unfortunate twist of fate? The Three Lions edged past Mexico in a thrilling 3-2 contest to book their spot in the last eight, but their celebrations were interrupted by a freak injury involving Jordan Henderson, who wasn’t even on the pitch when the final whistle blew.As is customary, the England squad made their way to the supporters behind the goal, joining them in singing “Wonderwall” after the dramatic victory. However, as the players and staff attempted to climb back over the advertising boards and return to the field, chaos unfolded.Jordan Henderson slowed down video. he snapped his arm. pic.twitter.com/jIeC8RIJcUβ€” πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ (@ceidwadol) July 6, 2026 t>Caught in the middle of a crowded group, Henderson slipped while trying to vault the barrier. He lost his balance after one hand gave way, landing heavily on his arm in obvious agony.Medical personnel reacted immediately, treating the veteran midfielder on the t..

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Kakamega Homeboyz confirm appointment of new head coach

Kakamega Homeboyz have appointed seasoned tactician Edward Manoah as their new head coach, marking yet another return for one of the club’s longest-serving figures.Manoah takes over following the departure of Patrick Odhiambo and has already begun preparations for the 2026-2027 Football Kenya Federation Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsConfirming the appointment, Homeboyz Team Manager Boniface Imbenzi revealed to Mozzart Sport that the experienced coach officially assumed his duties on Monday morning as the club kicked off its pre-season programme.”I can confirm that Manoah is our new head coach. He has already begun his duties this morning,” Imbenzi told Mozzart Sport.The appointment marks Manoah’s fifth spell in charge of the Kakamega-based side, further underlining his long-standing relationship with the club.##NAJAVA_MECA_9834450##He first joined Homeboyz in 2013 from Vihiga Bullets, guiding the club during its formative years before departing. He r..

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If the Brazil tragedy could be summed up in a pic – it would be Neymar’s smile

This has evolved into a pattern by now – Brazil easily wins the World Cup group, gets past a non-European side and then gets swept away by the first European team they face in the knockouts.It started in 2006 (vs France, 1/4 finals), continued four years later (vs Netherlands, 1/4 finals), erupted in a home tragedy in 2014 (vs Germany, 1/2 finals), and then repeated itself in the next three tournaments (vs Belgium in 2018, vs Croatia in 2022 and vs Norway in 2026). Haaland leads Norway towards history! Two shots are all it took to hand Brazil another disgraceThere are entire generations of young Brazilians who haven’t witnessed Brazil top a European team at World Cups, with the last one being that WC triumph in the showdown against Germany 24 years ago in Yokohama.Last night’s 2-1 defeat to Norway, moreover, is the worst Selecao result at the global tournament since 1990, when they were also eliminated in the Round of 16 (Diego Maradona’s Argentina). The Brazilian football federation C..

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Junior Starlets coach counts blessings as team inches closer to another World Cup

Kenya Under-17 women’s national team coach,Mildred Cheche,has hailed the successful transition of several members of the historic Junior Starlets squad into the senior Harambee Starlets, describing it as clear proof that the country’s player development pathway is delivering results.The praise comes as the Junior Starlets stand on the brink of qualifying for a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Cheche’s side took a giant step towards Morocco 2026 after defeating South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final qualifying round in Pretoria, on Saturday, and will look to finish the job in the return leg at home next Sunday.##NAJAVA_MECA_9833418##The prospect of another World Cup qualification further underlines the progress Kenya has made since Cheche guided the country to its maiden FIFA World Cup appearance in 2024.Several players from that groundbreaking squad have since graduated to the Harambee Starlets, including: Valerie Nekesa, Elizabeth Ochaka, Lorine Ilavonga, Lorna ..

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Norway’s unsung hero – Unemployed six days before the WC, then knocked out Brazil

Erling Haaland’s clinical brace may have sealed Norway’s famous 2-1 victory over Brazil, but the striker was far from the only hero on a memorable night. Standing tall behind him was goalkeeper Orjan Nyland, whose outstanding performance proved just as decisive in sending Norway into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in history.While Haaland struck twice in the space of 11 minutes to stun the five-time world champions, Nyland delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. The veteran shot-stopper denied Bruno Guimaraes from the penalty spot in the 14th minute before repeatedly frustrating Brazil’s star-studded attack with a string of crucial savesπŸš¨πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Ørjan Nyland saves Bruno GuimarΓ£es’ penalty for Norway against Brazil. pic.twitter.com/cQVHDBwMKCβ€” Sports on Predict (@predictdotsport) July 5, 2026 Among his finest moments were excellent stops to keep out Vinicius Junior, as well as a remarkable reaction save that prevented Kristoffer Ajer from turning the ball into his own net ..

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