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Shocking news coming from Spain.The former Wolverhampton and Nottingham Forest striker and the ex-Spain international, Rafa Mir, is facing eight and a half years in prison after being convicted of sexual assault and causing bodily harm. In addition, he’ll have to pay a €64,000 compensation to his victim.🚨🚨| BREAKING: Rafa Mir has been sentenced to 8.5 years in prison. ⚖️🇪🇸The sentence consists of 7 years for sexual assault and 18 months for bodily harm.[@eldiarioes] pic.twitter.com/EIrrQXegYJ— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) June 15, 2026 However, the verdict is not final yet, as the 28-year-old’s legal team has the right to appeal the decision and try to reduce the harsh sentence.Nevertheless, this whole case has tarnished Mir’s name and career, during which he represented renowned European clubs, including Valencia, Wolverhampton, Nottingham Forest, and Sevilla.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Tusker’s masterclass that delivered first Mozzart Bet Cup in 10 years against PoliceHe spent the last season ..

The curtains came falling on the 2026 Mozzart Bet Cup campaign on Sunday, 14 June, after an intense five months of relentless, straight knockout football action.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn the end, Kenyan giants Tusker FC bagged the prestigious trophy following a 2-1 triumph over 2024 champions Kenya Police FC in what was a high-octane encounter at the Kwale Stadium.The tournament, which is powered by gaming giants Mozzart Bet, was equally historic for many reasons, six of which are highlighted in this article after Mozzart Sport comprehensively covered every stage and action.From children’s home to unique 2027 AFCON preps Kevin Wangaya’s star keeps risingIncreased prize moneyThe 2026 edition of the Mozzart Bet Cup benefited from a boosted three-year sponsorship worth Ksh90 million, an increase of Ksh10 million every year from Mozzart Bet.Of the amount, winners Tusker FC walked away with Ksh3 million, an increase of Ksh1 million from the Ksh2 million that was paid in..

Saudi Arabia begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign looking to recreate the magic of Qatar 2022, where they stunned eventual champions Argentina in one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history.The Green Falcons return for their seventh World Cup appearance and will hope to finally break their long-standing group-stage barrier, having only reached the knockout rounds once, back in 1994.Download our MozzartSport App For More News##NAJAVA_MECA_9795098##Uruguay, meanwhile, arrive in the United States seeking redemption after their disappointing group-stage exit at the 2022 World Cup.The two-time world champions remain one of South America’s most respected nations, but recent performances have raised concerns about their attacking threat.With Spain and Cape Verde also in Group H, both teams know that avoiding defeat in this opening fixture could prove crucial in the race for qualification.Pinky swear: Mbappe promises to start playing defenceKick-off: 1:00 AM (Kenyan Time), Tuesday, 16 J..

Surprise! Upset! Shock!Cabo Verde have pulled off the biggest upset at the 2026 World Cup so far, as they won a heroic point against Spain, salvaging a goalless draw against the reigning European champions! The African heart and the fortress that the manager Bubista and his men built in front of their goal held firm, stopping one of the most lethal attacks in today’s football!Cabo Verde were focused solely on defence, but the game against La Roja isn’t the one where they could chase a triumph. It was the game where even a point was like a victory.Pinky swear: Mbappe promises to start playing defenceSpain, on the other hand, was lackluster and subpar. The last five minutes before the break were the most challenging for the Blue Sharks, as Ferran Torres hit the bar and Aymeric Laporte had a massive opportunity, but the 40-year-old keeper Vozinha denied all the shots towards his goal, coming for crosses and bringing stability to his back line.And in the end, Cabo Verde made it! A point ag..

When Kevin Wangaya walked to the main dias during Nairobi United’s End of Season Awards ceremony, he was not collecting just one trophy.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFirst came the Fans’ Player of the Season Award. Then came the Signing of the Season Award.The applause that followed was recognition of a remarkable six months. Having joined Nairobi United during the January transfer window after a difficult spell without a club, Wangaya had become one of the most influential players in the team’s campaign. Why Kwale Stadium has emerged as Tusker’s preferred venue for CAF Confederation Cup matchesAlong the way, he had also claimed the FKF Premier League Player of the Month award for April, further cementing his status as one of the league’s standout performers.For most people in the room, the awards represented an excellent season. For Wangaya, they represented something deeper. They were proof that the hardest chapter of his career had not been the end of his story.Not lon..

Until a decade ago, it was fairly common for attacking superstars to be given freedom and limited defensive duties. However, the times of Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, Thierry Henry, Ronaldo Nazario, Eden Hazard, and others are long gone – Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Neymar are the last of the Mohicans – and in today’s ruthless tactical and physical football, where the slightest detail can prevail, everybody has to put in some defensive effort.Without everyone’s contribution, a team becomes vulnerable, and if rivals exploit it, problems arise.Strange new world: Japan vs Netherlands had two players from Dutch league, both JapaneseKylian Mbappe has been one of the best players in the world for years and a follower of the old-school approach mentioned above, often shirking defensive responsibilities. Others have to defend, he is there to score goals.Nevertheless, that won’t fly with the France national team, as the World Cup victory is Les Bleus’ priority, and to achieve that, everyone ha..

Marcelo Bielsa has long been one of the most famous managers in football – mainly because of his exceptional results with Newell’s Old Boys in his homeland, Argentina, Athletic Bilbao in Spain, Leeds United in England, and the Argentina national team.However, his often peculiar methods and pretty odd character have been the second reason for his popularity and his worldwide known nickname – El Loco (Crazy Man).World Cup chaos: Tunisia axe Lamouchi after just one match?!When he took over the Uruguay national team in May 2023, the public was thrilled, as he was seen as a worthy successor to the legendary Oscar Tabarez, who led La Celeste from 2006 to 2021, winning the 2011 Copa America and reaching the World Cup semi-finals in 2010.Nevertheless, as Uruguay’s opening game in the 2026 Mundial approaches, things are becoming increasingly alarming, and Bielsa’s responsibility is the greatest.Out of 48 participating teams, La Celeste are the only one that hasn’t played a single warm-up match ..

Brazil and Morocco played out to a captivating 1-1 draw in a match characterised by distinct tactical approaches, structural evolutions, and intense out-of-possession systems.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe final statistical landscape underscored the balance of the encounter: Brazil shaded possession control with 48% to Morocco’s 45% (with 7% remaining in contest), completing 457 passes against Morocco’s 433.While Morocco edged total attempts at goal 14 to 13 and produced a superior expected goals metric of 1.07 xG compared to Brazil’s 0.83 xG, Brazil proved slightly more accurate with 5 attempts on target against Morocco’s 4. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9795044##This tactical analysis piece explores the structural frameworks, pressing mechanisms, and positional adjustments that shaped this closely fought international exhibition.Brazil set up nominally in a 4-2-4 formation designed to optimise structural width and interior technical dynamics.Alisson Becker started in goal behind a ba..

The Kenya U17 women’s national football team punched their ticket to the semi-finals of the ongoing CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, with a commanding 6-0 victory over Somalia U17 in their second group-stage match, further strengthening their grip on Group A’s summit.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFresh from an emphatic 16-0 demolition of Sudan in their opener, the Kenyan side under head coach Mildred Cheche carried their momentum into the encounter, running ruthlessly from the outset.Court freezes promotion and relegation in 3 Kenyan leaguesSomalia, who were still recovering from a 4-0 defeat to Tanzania, entered the fixture hoping to salvage their first points of the tournament but were quickly overwhelmed by Kenya’s intensity and pace.Kenya broke the deadlock in the 15th minute when Faith Boke reacted sharply to a well-delivered ball from Emily Odhiambo, calmly slotting home to give the Starlets an early advantage.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795055##The b..