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Some say it was only the increased format of the World Cup which brought Curacao to the big stage, but whatever the reason, this small country in the Caribbean arrived to the USA for its maiden debut in the biggest FIFA competition. And all pre-tournament talk was fairytale like and Curacao finally got into the history books tonight. They debuted at the World Cup in the country’s history, they scored their debut goal after just 21 minutes, and they allowed a record seven goals. To dream is one thing, but to make a debut appearance on the biggest stage against mighty Germany is totally different. “Die Mannschaft” didn’t want their name to be dragged in the newspapers for all the wrong reasons. So unlike Switzerland and Turkey, they proved their ‘favorites’ tag and crushed the small Cuaracao 7-1. Unlike Brazil, who had to face Morocco in the first game, Germany did have a much easier option and this win will be good for a self-confidence boost and will keep the German journalists at bay,..

That’s the World Cup for you. One outstanding performance is enough to create enormous hype and have the entire football world talking about a player. To be fair, it wasn’t just a good performance—Ayyoub Bouaddi was virtually sensational against Brazil, completely shutting down the South American side’s attacking players. And this is no ordinary player. Bouaddi had already attracted attention with his decision to turn his back on France—the country where he was born and whose youth national teams he represented—and instead play for the country of his family’s origin, Morocco.⚽️ Arsenal have begun talks to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, the teenage midfielder who impressed for Morocco in their 1-1 World Cup draw with BrazilFull story by @garyjacob ⬇️https://t.co/L3ABXnqaBc— Times Sport (@TimesSport) June 14, 2026 Just how valuable that decision could be for Morocco became clear on Saturday night in New Jersey, especially considering the maturity the Lille midfielder displays in the center of the ..

Tusker FC players have more reasons to smile after their chairman, Charles Gacheru, revealed that the squad is set to receive a hefty monetary reward following their Mozzart Bet Cup triumph.The Brewers emerged the 2026 Mozzart Bet Cup winners following their 2-1 win over Kenya Police FC in the final held on Sunday, 14 June at the Kwale Stadium. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsGacheru, in an exclusive interview, with Mozzart Sport after the match disclosed the millions the players will walk home with.“We had promised the players Ksh 2 million if they win the Mozzart Bet Cup and so it is a promise we will have to fulfill,” said Gacheru##NAJAVA_MECA_9795116##The club boss went ahead to clarify the source of the millions that will see players smile all the way to the bank.“It is not always the norm that players get a portion of the prize money and that is not what we intend to do. That was just a motivation from the parent company and is separate from the Prize money which is m..

Kenyan striker Mathew Tegisi Momanyi was on target for his Pamba Jiji side as they lost 2-1 to Simba in a Tanzania Premier League clash played at the KMC Complex on Sunday, 14 June.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe former Shabana striker struck his team’s only goal of the game in the 18th minute, which by then was an equalizer.After winning possession deep in midfield, Tegisi exchanged passes with Hamis Zabona, before producing a moment of brilliance by faking a shot to get rid of Simba defender Rushine De Reuck, and pushing his toe-poked effort into the net.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795045##The goal, which was Tegisi’s first in the league since scoring a brace Tanzania Prisons in late May, gave his side temporary reprieve, this after they had conceded an early goal from Congo forward Elie Mpanzu in the eighth minute.Despite their efforts, Pamba Jiji would not close out a result, as Simba struck a winner in the 65th minute through Senegal’s Libasse Gueye.Mozzart Sport writers’ best ..

Omar Artan, the Somali referee who was denied entry into the United States, will still receive everything he was entitled to from FIFA. After being questioned for 11 hours and ultimately refused entry into the country, he missed out on participating in the World Cup. The incident sparked widespread support for the Somali official, who has gradually been compensated in various ways for his ordeal. Initially, he was appointed to referee the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa, as UEFA sought to demonstrate its commitment to fighting discrimination. In addition, he will receive the full amount he would have earned at the World Cup.Somali referee returns home to hero’s welcome after World Cup heartbreak [VIDEO]A few days ago, the first major controversy of the World Cup emerged when it was announced that U.S. authorities had denied entry to Omar Artan, the Somali referee selected to officiate at the tournament. FIFA stated that it could not interfere with the immigra..

Fierce battles were witnessed in the concluded 2025-2026 Football Kenya Premier League( FKFPL) season.Teams fought hard for points, bragging rights and everything else that was at stake in the concluded season.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMozzart Sport writers followed action and here are their picks for the best matches played in the campaign. Kevin teyaMatch of the SeasonThere were several memorable matches throughout the campaign, but none matched the drama and excitement of AFC Leopards’ 2-1 victory over APS Bomet at Nyayo Stadium in January.For much of the contest, the two sides were evenly matched in a fiercely competitive encounter.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795116##APS Bomet looked set to claim all three points when Philip Wasai fired them ahead in the 84th minute, leaving Leopards staring at defeat.What followed was one of the most dramatic finishes of the season.Deep into stoppage time, Christopher Koloti restored parity before Ronald Sichenje completed an incredible comeb..

Tusker FC are the 2026 Mozzart Bet Cup champions after edging Kenya Police 2-1 during the final staged at Kwale Stadium on Sunday.Ian Simiyu stole the show as his brace was enough to earn Tusker the hard-fought win against the 2024 champions. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHis double not only ended Tusker’s ten-year wait for the title but also reduced Abud Omar’s brilliant strike to a mere consolation.The match started with a high tempo, with both teams seeking early goals in order to sway the tie in their favour. Tusker goalkeeper Pavelh Ndzila was forced into an excellent save in the second minute, stretching to deny Yves Koutiama. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9795062##Harambee Stars midfielder Marvin Nabwire nearly caught the Tusker napping, but couldn’t find the back of the net. By the 10th minute, Police had established slight dominance over Tusker and had another go at goal in the 12th minute through an Eric Zakayo freekick that forced Ndzila into a fingertip save. Tusker grew into..

Ivory Coast’s first World Cup challenge comes tonight against an Ecuador side many believe could be one of the surprise packages of the tournament.The South Americans have not lost since September 2024, finishing second in CONMEBOL qualifying while building a reputation as one of the hardest teams in world football to break down. No nation conceded fewer goals during qualification, with Ecuador keeping 13 clean sheets on their way to the World Cup.WC Countdown: Rejuvenated Elephants are chasing a first-ever place in the knockout stageThis will be the first-ever meeting between the two nations, and it promises to be one of the most evenly matched opening fixtures of the tournament.For Ivory Coast, it is also an opportunity to prove that this talented new generation can finally achieve what previous ones could not: lead the Elephants beyond the World Cup group stage.They return to the World Cup after a 12-year absence carrying genuine optimism. This is no longer a team dependent on one o..

Elizabeth Andiego will lead Kenya’s team of boxers as they take part in the second World Boxing Cup scheduled for Guiyang, China from Monday, 15 to Sunday, 21 June.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAndiego, who this year turned professional but is still eligible to represent Kenya at the amateurs, is part of a 17-member squad, who will battle it out with the world’s elite female and male boxers for the next six days.Serving as skipper, Andiego will be deputized by Africa light-middleweight champion Boniface “The Hammer” Mogunde, who is unbeaten locally for eight years.##NAJAVA_MECA_9795045##Also in the team is 2024 African Games middleweight champion Edwin Okong’o, who will be joined in the men’s team by two-time Africa bronze medallist Robert “Man Ngori” Okaka.Under the tutelage of head coach Musa Benjamin, Hit Squad, who are expected to land in China on Sunday, have opted for the Cup as preparation for the team’s ambitions at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, while taking a..