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Why Christie 7s age grade category has been scrapped

The age-grade category of the Christie 7s will not take place on Friday, 11 September, as originally planned.The category has been scrapped after the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) said it would not be able to facilitate the release of school-going players to participate in the tournament.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe age-grade competition had been scheduled at the Impala Grounds as a curtain-raiser to the main Christie 7s tournament.In a letter to Kenya Harlequins, KRU Director of Rugby and Pathways Manager Paul Odera said the decision was necessitated by a government directive regulating school activities during the 2026 national assessment and examination period.##NAJAVA_MECA_9952670##The Ministry of Education, in a circular dated 3 September, said the Third Term of the school calendar coincides with the national assessment and examination season.The Kenya National Examinations Council has scheduled the 2026 KCSE examinations for 19 October to 20 November, while other nat..

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Joao Pedro claims his first Premier League Player of the Month award

August has come and gone in the Premier League.The duo that has dominated the league for years, Manchester City and Arsenal, top the standings as the only two teams with a perfect record, while newcomers Coventry City and, surprisingly, Fulham sit at the bottom without a single point.Chelsea’s 2017 EPL title under fire: Poch wants his “deserved” crownErling Haaland, Bruno Fernandes, and Alexander Isak top the scoring charts – each having scored three goals – with Cody Gakpo being the best provider with three assists.As usual, the end of the month means it’s time for the awards.Chelsea’s Joao Pedro claimed the maiden Player of the Month award of the new campaign, earning the honor for the first time in his career.Starting the season in style ✨Joao Pedro is August’s @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month 🏆 pic.twitter.com/c1FIJrDbKV— Premier League (@premierleague) September 11, 2026 The 24-year-old spearheaded the Blues’ attack with two goals and as many assists in two opening Premier League g..

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Give this man a break: Mudryk’s brief comeback suddenly cut short by injury

Mykhailo Mudryk simply cannot catch a break!After serving a nearly two-year suspension for testing positive for the banned substance meldonium, the Ukrainian was given permission to return to the pitch last July.Mudryk and Grealish seeking loan revivals: Spurs & Everton as their safe havensOn deadline day of the June Transfer Window, he joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan from Chelsea, in an attempt to get his career back on track.But to no avail…After making his debut with Spurs six days ago, playing 16 minutes in a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest, Mudryk is facing another spell on the sidelines – this time through injury!🚨🇺🇦 Mykhaylo Mudryk has suffered an injury and will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks from now.Tottenham signed Mudryk from Chelsea on Deadline Day, deal on loan with £75m buy option clause not mandatory. pic.twitter.com/SvGVSQk9Hb— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 9, 2026 The 25-year-old reportedly suffered an ankle ligament tear during training, ruling h..

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Everything you need to know about Club Afrique ahead of Christie 7s debut

A new team will add an international flavour to the historic 60th edition of the Christie Sevens slated for Saturday, 12, to Sunday, 13 September at the RFUEA Grounds.Club Afrique will make its competitive debut this weekend.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe newly-formed side has been drawn in Pool A alongside National 7s Circuit leaders KCB, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) Rugby, and hosts Kenya Harlequin, setting up a challenging introduction to the pitch.Mozzart Sport caught up with the team’s founder and owner, Stanley Amino, who explained that the Christie 7s represents more than simply Club Afrique’s first appearance.It is the beginning of a project designed to provide a platform for talented players who have yet to break into their main teams.##NAJAVA_MECA_9952670##Club Afrique’s inaugural squad is largely made up of Varsity Shield talent from South Africa, with players drawn from some of the country’s leading universities, including the..

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BETTING GUIDE: Chelsea vs Hull City, match preview, team news and prediction

Three games into the new Premier League season, two of the current top four meet in West London when Chelsea host this season’s surprise package so far, Hull City. Chelsea suffered their first setback under Xabi Alonso last weekend in a 2-1 defeat away to champions Arsenal, but responded in dramatic fashion midweek by rallying from two goals down to defeat Leeds United 6-3 in the EFL Cup.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsHaving won three of their opening four competitive fixtures, Alonso will be eager to maintain momentum and steer the Blues to a third consecutive home league win.Newly-promoted Hull City have enjoyed a dream return to the top flight, remaining unbeaten through three matches (W2, D1) without conceding a single league goal.##NAJAVA_MECA_9945649##Their rock-solid defensive foundation has seen them claim impressive results against Manchester United, Coventry, and Aston Villa, making them just the fourth promoted side in Premier League history to reach seven points..

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Why 14 Kenyan players will miss out on inaugural Ultimate 7s

Kenyan rugby stars named to feature in the inaugural Ultimate 7s Championship are set to miss the new global tournament.This is after they encountered visa issues, Mozzart Sport understands.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe 14 Kenyan players had been selected across all six franchises for the inaugural edition of the competition, which gets underway in Madrid on Saturday,12 September, before moving to Cardiff, Biarritz and London.However, the players are now expected to remain in Kenya, with several already named in their respective clubs’ squads for the Christie 7s scheduled for Saturday, 12, and Sunday, 13 September at the RFUEA Grounds.##NAJAVA_MECA_9952670##Five of the affected players: Vincent Onyala, George Ooro, Samuel Asati, Festus Shiasi and Nygel Amaitsa have been named in the KCB Rugby squad for the 60th edition of the Christie 7s.The development is a major blow to the Ultimate 7s Championship, which had been set to feature a strong Kenyan contingent comprising..

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Festus Shiasi opens up on special quality that earned him Ultimate 7s selection

KCB Rugby winger/center Festus Shiasi has revealed a special quality he believes earned him selection at the inaugural Ultimate 7s.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsShiasi noted that his physicality and direct style of play played a key role in earning him a place in the prestigious tournament.He will play for Foudre Bleue Sevens Club, where he will team up with fellow Kenyans Patrick Odongo and Sinaida Mokaya.##NAJAVA_MECA_9947925##The Kenyan international was excited to receive confirmation of his selection after learning that the championship had brought together some of the best players from different nations who have competed on the HSBC Sevens circuit.“They were getting some of the best players from different nations who had been playing in the HSBC Sevens. When I got the message that I had been drafted, I was excited because I knew I would be part of history. This is also the future of 7s,” the speedster said.The KCB star further revealed that his sister, Eunice Safari,..

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Five-star Bayern thrash Bodo, as Musiala scores and puts health issues behind him

After their Champions League opener, Bayern Munich received some good news – and some even better news.The former is that they kicked off the new UCL campaign with a thumping 5-0 win over Bodo/Glimt. Truth be told, Vincent Kompany’s men struggled to break down the Norwegian side and went into the break level, but once the Bavarian beast was awakened, the visitors were powerless to stop it.Bayern Munich ran rampant with 26 total shots and 11 on target to secure a ruthless 5-0 win over Bodø/Glimt. ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/tOoWYtFSj6— Football.com (@Footballcombet) September 10, 2026 The excellent news is that the man who awakened it is none other than Jamal Musiala, who hinted at a return to his old self. After clocking 33 minutes in his comeback game against Schalke six days ago, he found his place in the starting XI against Bodo and marked it with a goal.Bayern’s gem broke the deadlock in the 47th minute, seemingly putting his health issues firmly behind him.Following Bayern Munich’s 5-0 vic..

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Motorsport mourns veteran navigator and media guru Abdul Sidi

Kenyan motorsport and media fraternity has been brought to mourning following the death of veteran navigator, journalist, and mentor Abdul Sidi. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe news of Sidi’s passing broke on Friday, 11 September, sending shockwaves across the nation.Sidi leaves behind a remarkable legacy spanning more than three decades, having made his mark both inside the rally car and behind the newsroom desk.##NAJAVA_MECA_9952966##He competed in 18 Safari Rallies, finishing 15, and became renowned for his work alongside some of the biggest names in rallying, including legendary Kenyan driver Patrick Njiru. He also navigated for Phineas Kimathi and Sammy Aslam, among other leading drivers.His career took him beyond Kenya, with Sidi earning accolades in competitions across Africa and internationally, including in South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Malaysia. During the WRC Safari Rally, he recorded major victories in the Group N and Formula 2 categories, furt..

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Andrew Amonde Christie 7s game plan without Ultimate Sevens stars

KCB head coach Andrew Amonde is confident his emerging players can rise to the occasion when the Bankers begin their Christie 7s campaign despite the absence of several key stars.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsCaptain Vincent Onyala, George Ooro, Festus Shiasi, Nygel Amaitsa, and Samuel Asati will miss the Christie 7s after travelling to Wales for the inaugural Ultimate Sevens Championship in Cardiff, which takes place on Saturday, 12 September.The Christie 7s will run from Saturday, 12, to Sunday, 13, September at the RFUEA Grounds, presenting Amonde with a chance to give his second-string players a bigger role as KCB chase both the tournament title and the National Sevens Circuit crown.##NAJAVA_MECA_9945644##The Bankers head into the final leg of the circuit on a high after edging arch-rivals Kabras Sugar 12-10 to win the Embu 7s title.They have been drawn in Pool A alongside hosts Kenya Harlequins, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) Rugby, and C..

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