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Partnership we didn’t know we needed: Ange to coach CR7 after taking charge of Al-Nassr

When Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup campaign ends, he’ll return to his club, Al-Nassr, where a new – and quite unexpected – manager will be waiting for him.Even though speculation linked the current Navigators’ head coach, Roberto Martinez, to the vacant position at the Saudi side, the Al-Nassr board eventually chose none other than the former Tottenham Hotspur boss, Ange Postecoglou!It’s official: ✍️Mr. Ange Postecoglou is the new Head Coach of @AlNassrFC 💛He signed a contract for 2 seasons.Welcome, Gaffer! 🧠 pic.twitter.com/LEStlTdnQy— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) July 3, 2026 His predecessor, Jorge Jesus, managed to end Al-Nassr’s seven-year drought and finally win the Saudi Pro League in his first season at the club, but he still left at the end of the campaign.Postecoglou signed a two-year deal with the Riyadh-based side, and his main objectives will be to defend the title and win the AFC Champions League.FALSE 10: Ange lost the entire 21 grams in less than forty daysThe 60-year-old ..

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CAF opens bidding for hosting 2028, 2032 and 2036 AFCON tournaments

The race to host the next three editions of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has officially begun after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) opened the bidding process for the 2028, 2032 and 2036 tournaments.Download our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsCAF has invited all 54 Member Associations to submit expressions of interest under a newly introduced bidding framework aimed at improving transparency, governance and accountability.##NAJAVA_MECA_9831845##Countries may bid individually or jointly, with the continental body expected to assess each application against a comprehensive set of technical, financial and governance requirements.The announcement comes as East Africa prepares to stage the Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania from Saturday, 19 June to Saturday, 17 July 2027.It will be the first time the region hosts Africa’s premier football tournament and the first joint AFCON to be staged by the three neighbouring nation..

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Migori Youth midfielder reflects on rise from little-known Kakrao FC to the Premier League

Every successful team has players who command the headlines, but behind every title-winning side are unsung heroes whose influence often goes unnoticed.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFor Migori Youth, whose unforgettable 2025/26 season ended with the FKF National Super League title and a historic promotion to the FKF Premier League, one such figure was midfielder Harmvine Okoth.While goals and celebrations defined Migori’s fairytale campaign, it was Okoth’s tireless displays in midfield that provided the foundation upon which the club built one of the finest seasons in its history.##NAJAVA_MECA_9831660##The young defensive midfielder established himself as the heartbeat of Sammy Otulo’s side, combining discipline, composure and relentless work rate to become one of the first names on the team sheet.Born and raised in Kakrao Centre in Migori County, Okoth’s journey to the top has been one of patience, resilience and steady progression.His football journey began at Rayudhi F..

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TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Algeria’s Positional Brilliance Undone by Swiss Efficiency

Switzerland booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a composed 2-0 victory over Algeria, ending an 88-year wait for a knockout-stage win in the competition. Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsGoals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye either side of half-time rewarded an efficient rather than dominant Swiss performance, while Johan Manzambi once again underlined why he has become one of the breakout stars of the tournament. Although Algeria controlled long periods of possession and displayed impressive positional fluidity, Switzerland consistently exploited the spaces left behind by their aggressive attacking structure before defending their advantage with remarkable organisation. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9831660##Switzerland started in a 4-2-3-1 with Gregor Kobel in goal behind a back four of Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji and Ricardo Rodríguez.Granit Xhaka partnered Remo Freuler at the base of midfield, while Dan Ndoye and Ruben Vargas occupied the flanks around ..

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FALSE 10: Netflix producers, hear us out…

The script is already there; your job is just to turn the camera on and start recording.This was no mere dream; it was reality unfolding while we slept soundly, oblivious beneath our blankets. Each morning, as we silenced that relentless alarm and glanced at our phones, we discovered something extraordinary and unpredictable happening far away, across the ocean in distant America.No, it was not about Donald Trump, although the US President always finds his strange ways to get into the news, or to become one. No, this time it was not even about Lionel Messi or Kylian Mbappe, who are breaking World Cup records and limits almost daily.Miami miracle denied as Blue Sharks left heartbroken in five goal extra time thriller##NAJAVA_MECA_9831660##Yes, people also debate the use of VAR, those irritating hydration breaks, Cristiano Ronaldo’s bad influence on the Portugal team, and whether Harry Kane has got enough firepower and support to take the Three Lions to the title… But that’s all the no..

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Two Kenyan-based athletes named in Refugee team for Youth Olympic Games

Two track and field athletes hosted by the National Olympic Committee of Kenya have been named on the Refugee Olympic Team that will compete at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsClement Niyomuhoza and Nyataba Gatloth are a pair of four athletes that have named as part of the first Refugee Olympic Team to compete at a Youth Olympic Games.The games, which will be held in Senegal, are scheduled for 31 October to 13 November.In the event, which is a first for Africa, Niyomuhoza will compete in the boys’ 800m, while Gatloth will contest the girls’ 800m.Kenyan duo to face stern Ethiopian opposition in bid to defend Valencia Marathon titlesJoining them on the Refugee team will be the duo of Florence Masumbe and Rachid Rochene, who are hosted by the Ugandan National Olympics Committee, and will compete in the girls’ and boys’ 200m respectively.The team was presented by Yiech Pur Biel, Chef de Mission of the Refugee Olympic Team for Dakar 2026, durin..

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Hany, it’s not funny! Egyptian defender makes history scoring two own goals at a single World Cup

Yesterday, Egypt wrote a new chapter in their football history, recording their first-ever victory in the World Cup knockout phase.In their fourth appearance, the Pharaohs advanced from the group stage for the first time and then took another step forward, beating Australia on penalties.Egypt join another African country in the Round of 16 of the WCHowever, apart from making history at the team level, one member of the Egyptian squad achieved a significant individual accomplishment, though an unfortunate and unwanted one.The seven-time African champions were 1-0 up from the 13th minute, when Emam Ashour broke the deadlock with his second goal of the tournament, and could have seen it out before extra time and penalties – had it not been for their defender, Mohamed Hany.The Al Ahly right-back gave Australia a ray of hope when he levelled the score in the 55th minute with a clumsy own goal, heading the ball into his own net.Still, honestly speaking, he deserves some slack, as just minute..

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National Term Two School Games land new sponsorship worth 20 million shillings

KCB Bank has put KSh20 million into the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term Two Games as the Title and Kit Sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young talent while championing clean energy in learning institutions across the country.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOut of this, KSh12 million will go directly to the association for the purchase of kits and trophies, while the remaining KSh8 million will be used for activations during the regional and national finals scheduled from Monday, 6 July to Saturday, 1 August.At the same time, KCB will leverage the competition as a platform to champion environmental conservation and educate students and communities on sustainable practices that can help conserve the environment, reduce carbon emissions, and create healthier learning environments.Nairobi Hospital signs partnership deal with Nairobi Polo ClubSpeaking during the cheque handover ceremony in Nairobi, KCB Group Chief Risk Officer, Faith Basiye..

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TACTICAL ANALYSIS: DR Congo’s masterclass that almost shocked England

England survived one of the biggest scares of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign as Harry Kane’s late brace inspired a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in Atlanta, securing a place in the Round of 16 against co-hosts Mexico. Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsAfter Brian Cipenga stunned the Three Lions with an early opener, Thomas Tuchel’s side laboured for long periods against a disciplined and tactically organised opponent before Anthony Gordon’s introduction transformed the contest. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9831660##Kane’s two goals not only rescued England but also took him to 13 World Cup goals, moving him ahead of Pelé in the competition’s all-time scoring charts.Although the result ultimately favoured England, the performance was far from convincing. Tuchel’s side created enough opportunities to score four or five goals, yet they lacked control without possession for much of the afternoon. Egypt join another African country in the quarterfinals of the WCDR Congo’s brave ..

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Former Kenya Sevens captain attains another major career milestone

KCB Rugby head coach Andrew Amonde has added another milestone to his illustrious rugby journey after earning a World Rugby Level Two 15s coaching accreditation.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe achievement was announced by Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), with the union congratulating the former Kenya Sevens captain on the latest step in his coaching career.##NAJAVA_MECA_9831660##”Congratulations to former Kenya Shujaa captain and KCB Head Coach Andrew Amonde on your World Rugby Level Two 15s coaching accreditation. To bigger and better,” the union posted.The certification comes at a time when Amonde continues to establish himself as one of Kenya’s brightest young coaches.The former international guided KCB Rugby to a second-place finish in the 2025/26 Kenya Cup after taking over as the club’s interim head coach in September 2025. Under his leadership, the Bankers also captured the 2025 National Sevens Circuit title before embarking on an impressive Kenya Cup campaign.Origin of ..

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