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Thierry Henry has hit back at criticism of his performance at Monday’s Ballon d’Or ceremony, telling his detractors to “relax” after jokes about Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane and co-host Kate Scott sparked controversy.The former Arsenal and France striker addressed the backlash in a social media video on Wednesday, arguing that his comments had been misunderstood and insisting he meant no disrespect to anyone involved.He is the one: Kane wins Ballon d’Or!One of the most talked-about moments came when Henry teased Yamal, who collected the Young Player of the Year award for the third consecutive time.”It’s your third one, right? But is it the one you really wanted to win?” Henry joked, drawing an audible reaction from the audience.The 49-year-old later insisted the remark was not intended to undermine the Barcelona star.”I’m a big fan of Lamine Yamal. I wasn’t checking his ego at all. That you didn’t like the joke, I can understand,” Henry said.”But don’t do that. He’s one of the players I’d ..

German giants Bayern Munich and Dutch powerhouse Ajax Amsterdam will face off in a high-profile friendly on 5 January 2027, to officially open the Raila Odinga International Stadium, formerly Talanta Stadium.President William Ruto made the announcement while addressing the nation on Wednesday, 28 OctoberDownload our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe two European giants will face off in a historic fixture to officially inaugurate the 60,000-seater stadium, whose construction has now been completed.Both clubs have since confirmed their participation, with Bayern announcing that they will travel to Nairobi for the New Year fixture.“A special match to kick off the new year: FC Bayern travels to Nairobi on January 5, 2027, and will face Ajax Amsterdam as part of the ceremonial opening of the new national stadium, Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City,” Bayern said in a statement.##NAJAVA_MECA_10067087##Ajax also welcomed the fixture, confirming that they would face the ..

Mathare United host 12-time Kenyan champions Tusker FC at the Embu Stadium on Thursday afternoon in a compelling Matchweek 4 fixture of the FKF Premier League.The Slum Boys enter this encounter still hunting for their first victory of the new campaign, having recorded two draws and defeat in their opening three fixtures.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsOperating under tight offensive margins, Mathare will be desperate to make home advantage count and kickstart their season.Tusker FC return their full focus back to domestic action following their recent heart-breaking exit from the CAF Confederation Cup at the hands of Tanzania’s Singida Black Stars.##NAJAVA_MECA_10066808##Despite the continental setback, coach Julien Mette’s side remains formidable on the domestic front, having won their sole league match so far – a convincing 2-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars. With two games in hand and an elite attacking unit, the Brewers will be eager to claim all three points on the road in E..

Herbert Daniel Sanday’s development has taken an interesting turn.Named MVP of the 2024 Sakaja Super Cup, the creative midfielder had hoped to secure a move to National Super League leaders Nairobi United in mid-2025, only for the transfer to fall through.His subsequent emergence at Shabana FC, however, has presented a different opportunity: establishing himself as a centre-back capable of contributing to both defensive stability and controlled progression from the back.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsA graduate of Cheza Sports Academy and formerly of Darajani Gogo FC and South C Rangers, Sanday has made an encouraging start to life in the FKF Premier League.His Player of the Match performance against Posta Rangers on his top-flight debut, followed by a run of three consecutive clean sheets in Shabana’s opening three matches, underlines his immediate contribution. Yet his tactical interest extends beyond those defensive outcomes.##NAJAVA_MECA_10067372##Sanday combines positi..

Former Kenya Simbas lock Oliver Mang’eni has outlined key areas Kenya must address to become competitive in the 15s game, insisting that the country must invest in the longer format as much as it does in sevens rugby.The Kenya Harlequin lineouts coach believes that Kenya’s ambitions of competing at the highest level in 15s will remain unfulfilled unless deliberate efforts are made to strengthen the domestic league, improve talent development and establish structures that allow players to compete against top-level opposition.The former KCB Rugby forward pointed to the lack of competitiveness in the Kenya Cup. Currently, KCB, Kabras Sugar and Menengai Oilers have emerged as the leading sides, while several community-based clubs continue to struggle financially. The Kenya Cup also remains without a sponsor, further highlighting the challenges facing the domestic competition.“For our 15s game to grow, we need to be very intentional about its development. We need to create value in our leag..

German giants Bayern Munich and Dutch powerhouse Ajax Amsterdam will face off in a high-profile friendly on 5 January 2027, to officially open the Raila Odinga International Stadium, formerly Talanta Stadium.President William Ruto made the announcement while addressing the nation on Wednesday, 28 OctoberDownload our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe two European giants will face off in a historic fixture to officially inaugurate the 60,000-seater stadium, whose construction has now been completed.Both clubs have since confirmed their participation, with Bayern announcing that they will travel to Nairobi for the New Year fixture.“A special match to kick off the new year: FC Bayern travels to Nairobi on January 5, 2027, and will face Ajax Amsterdam as part of the ceremonial opening of the new national stadium, Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City,” Bayern said in a statement.##NAJAVA_MECA_10067087##Ajax also welcomed the fixture, confirming that they would face the ..

Mara Sugar held AFC Leopards to a goalless draw in their FKF Premier League encounter at William Ole Ntimama Stadium on Wednesday, 28 October afternoon. The two sides went into the clash seeking second win of the campaign after last weeks draw in their respective encounters.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsLeopards threatened early in the second minute through Samuel Ssenyonjo, who fired Ronald Sichenje’s delivery over the bar. James Kinyanjui came close in the 10th minute after latching onto Boniface Munyendo’s long pass, beating his marker before sending his effort narrowly over.Mara responded at the quarter-hour mark when Alex Imbusia’s delivery found Kevin Mwavali, but the midfielder’s header drifted just wide.##NAJAVA_MECA_10067087##The visitors survived another scare in the 18th minute as Kinyanjui and Ssenyonjo combined in a promising attack. Adama Kanteh’s delivery picked out Kinyanjui, whose header was parried by goalkeeper Joseph Okenda. The rebound fell to Kayci O..

It is something of a miracle that Michael Carrick has not been sacked as Manchester United manager following the team’s disastrous start to the season and his apparent disagreements with some of the players.Something is clearly not right at the famous English club, as captain Bruno Fernandes decided to criticise his manager after their humiliating 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League.Bruno after disaster: “It’s a decision from the staff to not press”The Portuguese midfielder evidently had plenty of grievances with the former United midfielder, and the current manager did not take kindly to his comments. Carrick responded by dropping Fernandes for the game against Bournemouth, which ended in another heavy defeat, this time 3-0, leaving the manager facing a barrage of criticism.It is clear that Carrick wanted to stand his ground and show everyone who was in charge at United. However, his decision backfired spectacularly after the team suffered such a comprehensive defeat, leaving h..

Gor Mahia extended their perfect start to the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season after edging Kakamega Homeboyz 1-0 in a fiercely contested encounter at Bukhungu Stadium on Wednesday, 28 October.Former Homeboyz winger David Okoth scored the decisive goal in the second half, punishing his former employers to hand the record league champions their fourth consecutive victory and consolidate their position at the top of the standings.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsGor Mahia entered the match seeking to maintain their winning streak after collecting maximum points in their opening three fixtures.Homeboyz, meanwhile, were targeting a second victory of the campaign that would have reduced the gap between the two sides to two points.The visitors started brightly, with Musa Shariff testing Ibrahim Wanzala in the sixth minute after being picked out by Daniel Sakari.The goalkeeper reacted quickly to turn away the Harambee Stars forward’s effort.##NAJAVA_MECA_10067437##Four minutes l..