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100 million is still not enough for Diomande

It’s remarkable how much can change in just a year, especially for young footballers who are only beginning to make their way in senior football. Less than a year ago, RB Leipzig paid 20 euros million for the then relatively unknown Yan Diomande from CD Leganes. At the time, the Ivorian winger’s market value was estimated at just 1.5 million, but Leipzig — as they so often do — spotted the potential before everyone else. How right the Bundesliga side was became clear over the course of the season, as Diomande developed into a truly elite prospect. According to Sky Sport Germany, Liverpool FC submitted an offer worth 100 million euros (90 million fixed plus 10 million in bonuses), only for it to be rejected outright by Leipzig.Diomande’s letter to his late sister: “Since you died, I’m just blank. It’s like I’m not even human”However, that was merely the opening bid. The same source, along with several other respected outlets including The Athletic, reports that Liverpool are preparing a..

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Harambee Stars prospect extends deal with Leicester City

Harambee Stars prospect Silko Thomas Otieno has secured his future at Leicester City after the English club confirmed that the talented midfielder is among a group of young players who have signed contract extensions with the Foxes.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a statement released on the club’s official website, Leicester City announced that nine promising academy players, including Otieno, had committed their futures to the former Premier League champions ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.AFC Leopards fete outstanding players in end-of-season Awards GalaThe latest development marks another significant milestone in the career of the 20-year-old, who has steadily progressed through the ranks since joining Leicester City in September 2023.Otieno enjoyed a breakthrough period with the club that culminated in his senior team debut on August 23, 2025, underlining the faith Leicester have placed in his abilities.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807377##The Kenyan youngster also gained valuable f..

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FALSE 10: Ageing gracefully is such a virtue. And not for everyone

Born in 1985, he debuted at the 2006 World Cup and has since led his national side, now captaining them again. He became a Real Madrid legend with over 250 games. But age has caught up, as shown by a poor opening 90 minutes that impacted his team and disappointed fans. Still, his relentless desire drives him to keep improving, playing, and remaining at the top.To this point, it’s unclear if we’re talking about Cristiano Ronaldo or Luka Modric, right?Everything applies to both veterans whose last dance has been underwhelming so far. Ronaldo’s Portugal stumbled to a 1-1 draw with DR Congo, the 41-year-old forward underperforming.Fifty-two years, three days and one Wissa’s header that made history – and Ronaldo miserable!Modric’s Croatia lost 4-2 to England. The 40-year-old midfielder conceded a penalty and faded after Bellingham’s second-half goal, prompting an early substitution.Despite their similarities, crucial differences separate these “old men,” especially in leadership and team i..

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Algeria lodge an official complaint over Messi’s tackle

With a magical performance in Argentina’s World Cup opener, Lionel Messi amazed the entire world. Everyone except the Algerians, who were left with a bitter sense of injustice after the captain of the world champions knocked them out with a hat-trick. As a result, the North African nation officially sent a letter to FIFA’s Referees Committee expressing dissatisfaction with the officiating in the Group J clash against the defending champions, focusing in particular on one incident — that Messi foul. Just three days after scoring the first hat-trick of the tournament, Messi is once again at the center of attention, though this time not because of his brilliance. According to the Algerian camp, he should have been punished for a challenge they viewed as reckless and potentially dangerous. The African side lodged a formal protest, frustrated that Argentina’s captain escaped without even a booking.No hay forma de que esto no sea roja.Hasta el propio Messi se dio cuenta de la macana que se m..

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Nairobi set to host another major international rugby sevens tournament

Kenya is set to host a leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 circuit once again in 2027 after Kenya Sevens failed to secure promotion to the top tier of the HSBC SVNS.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe confirmation was made by Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Chairperson Harriet Okach, who revealed that Nairobi will be among the three host cities for the second-tier competition next season.While the exact dates and venue are yet to be announced, the return of the tournament to Kenya offers local fans another opportunity to watch international sevens rugby on home soil.Carlos Katywa reveals Jerome Paarwater’s key role in his move to Kabras RFCKenya previously hosted an HSBC SVNS 2 tournament in February this year, where Shujaa finished third behind Germany and the United States.Speaking during the launch of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, Okach called on sponsors to continue supporting Kenyan rugby beyond the domestic competition and into the international season.“We appreciate you for walking t..

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AFC Leopards fete outstanding players in end-of-season Awards Gala

Kenyan giants AFC Leopards held their 2025/26 end-of-season Awards Gala on Friday, 19 June at a Nairobi hotel, where various winners were feted for their exemplary contributions in the recently concluded season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIngwe posted a marked improvement to their season, where they gave league champions Gor Mahia a run for their money by being their main challengers, but in the end finished runners-up, an upturn from the sixth-place achieved in the previous campaign.How Omole balanced Mozzart Bet Cup final preps with life as a prospective fatherLeopards also finished the season with 64 points, 13 more than what they amassed in the 2024/25 campaign, while also giving their fans the joy of winning the first leg of the Mashemeji Derby against arch-rivals Gor Mahia.During the Gala, Tyson Otieno was the biggest winner after he was named the team’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).##NAJAVA_MECA_9807373##Tyson was a phenomenon for Ingwe after joining the club at th..

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Too harsh or not, yet Almiron becomes the first victim of ‘Prestianni’s law’

Miguel Almiron has become the first footballer in World Cup history to be sent off for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent, in a controversial incident that is already sparking fierce debate across the game.The Paraguay captain and the former Newcastle United forward saw red during his country’s Group H clash with Turkey in San Francisco after briefly shielding his mouth with his hand while exchanging words with defender Mert Muldur.Miguel Almiron becomes the first player to be shown a red card under the new rules after covering his mouth during a confrontational incident.pic.twitter.com/n8e0b2N4cA— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) June 20, 2026 What might once have passed unnoticed instead became a landmark moment in football’s newest attempt to tackle offensive language and hidden verbal abuse on the pitch.The incident occurred shortly before half-time with Paraguay leading 1-0. Muldur immediately alerted nearby officials, prompting a VAR review. After examining the footage, refere..

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Omanyala laments about astonishingly low prize money for national championship gold winners

Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has called for a rethink in how Kenyan athletes are supported, revealing that winners at the Athletics Kenya National Championships receive just Ksh20,000 for a gold medal.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSpeaking after winning his men’s 100m semifinal at the Athletics Kenya National Championships and Commonwealth Games Trials on Friday, 19 June, at the Nyayo National Stadium, Omanyala urged both the government and the private sector to invest more directly in athletes to help them prepare for major international competitions.Omanyala reveals his source of confidence after impressive start to seasonHis remarks come at a time when Athletics Kenya continues to attract corporate backing, with KCB Bank recently committing Ksh10 million towards the staging of the 2026 Commonwealth Games Athletics National Trials.While acknowledging the importance of such sponsorships, the African record holder argued that many athletes do not directly ben..

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Where is he now? Former Kibera tennis star who made Davis Cup history

As Kenya welcomed the 2026 Davis Cup tournament this week, one of the country’s most trailblazing tennis figures was among those receiving recognition for his contribution to the sport.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsJamin Luvembe Esikumo, widely regarded as the first player from Kibera to represent Kenya at the Davis Cup, was honoured for his dedication to tennis more than a decade after he made history on the continental stage.Luvembe’s story remains one of perseverance, talent, and determination. From Nairobi’s Kibera informal settlement, he defied the odds to become a national team player and inspire a generation of young tennis enthusiasts from underprivileged backgrounds.Why Mozzart Bet Cup MVP left Sofapaka without making a single appearanceHis crowning moment came in 2013 when he was selected to represent Kenya at the Davis Cup Africa Zone Group III tournament in Cairo, Egypt. The achievement made him the first player from Kibera to wear the national colours at the ..

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Why Mozzart Bet Cup MVP left Sofapaka without making a single appearance

When Sofapaka unveiled 17 new signings at Marist Grounds in Karen on August 2, 2023, Ian Simiyu was among the fresh faces expected to help revive the fortunes of the 2009 FKF Premier League champions.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe midfielder had earned his move after impressing at Nzoia Sugar FC and looked set to take the next step in his burgeoning career. However, the transfer collapsed almost as quickly as it had been announced.How Omole balanced Mozzart Bet Cup final preps with life as a prospective fatherDespite signing for Sofapaka, Simiyu never made a single appearance for the club. His stay was cut short before it truly began, forcing him to return to Nzoia Sugar.Reflecting on the failed transfer, Simiyu insisted that there was no major controversy behind the move falling through.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807394##”It wasn’t a major issue. I had already signed for Sofapaka, but since Nzoia Sugar had not provided my release letter, the move could not be completed, and I had..

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