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Reigning FKF Premier League champions Kenya Police FC secured a pivotal 1-0 victory over Shabana FC in the Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-finals.The tactical story was one of Kenya Police’s ability to manipulate the width of the pitch and manage the game state through structural shifts. From high-pressing disruptions to a pragmatic transition into a five-man backline, the Law Enforcers showcased the tactical maturity required for knockout football.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe encounter began with both sides utilising variations of modern back four systems. Shabana lined up in a structured 4-2-3-1, with Stephen Ochieng in goal, protected by centre-backs George Onyango and Wycliffe Omondi.##NAJAVA_MECA_9725944##Mark Okola and Kevin Musamali provided the width, while the double pivot of Byron Otieno and Kevin Omundi aimed to provide a screen for playmaker Derick Otieno.Upfront, the wings were occupied by Danson Kiprono and Bryan Michira, with Batshi Assis acting as the focal p..

At the heart of Kibera Black Stars’ backline stands a towering skinhead defender whose presence alone often mirrors the identity of the club itself, resilient, battle-hardened and deeply rooted in the streets of Kibera.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWith the captain’s armband tightly wrapped around his bicep every matchday, whether at Gems Cambridge or in hostile away grounds across the country, Donald Omwanda has, over the years, transformed himself from just another defender into the face of Yamama’s modern journey.Mozzart Sport caught up with the veteran defender at the club’s training base in Ligi Ndogo on a cold Nairobi morning, but even before the sun had fully settled into the day, he was already barking instructions and rallying his teammates ahead of what promises to be a defining National Super League (NSL) run-in.##NAJAVA_MECA_9719876##For nine years now, Omwanda has remained woven into the fabric of Kibera Black Stars.He joined the senior team during the same pe..

Real Madrid was a massive challenge for young Endrick when he arrived from Palmeiras under the bright lights of the biggest club in the world. He went out on loan to Lyon this winter, where he also faced criticism—but then, all of a sudden, everything fell into place.Emotional Endrick opens up: “Football isn’t a nice place, I cried several times”Toward the end of the season in France, Endrick has recorded eight goals and seven assists in Lyon’s shirt, and now there is growing speculation about whether the Brazilian might stay at the club next season. When asked about it, Endrick gave a very interesting answer:“I’ll do whatever God tells me to do, whatever my wife tells me to do. If I have to stay at Lyon, I’ll be happy to do so. If I have to go back to Real Madrid, I will. If Real wants to send me somewhere else, I’ll go. But it’s God’s decision that will tell me what I should do” said Endrick.The Brazilian continued in the same tone: “Coming to Lyon is one of the best decisions of my ..

Following a 17-year storied stay in the FKF Premier League that came to a crushing end last weekend, Sofapaka chairman Elly Kalekwa says he has splurged more than Ksh1 billion of his personal resources to support the team.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsBatoto ba Mungu were relegated from the top-flight on Saturday, 2 May, after drawing 2-2 with Mathare United at Kasarani Annex, ending a 17-year Premier League stay.Harambee Stars legend explains why he turned down Mara Sugar coaching roleSofapaka were promoted in 2009 and made history the same year by winning the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) title in their maiden year of participation.The club has seldom had a shirt sponsor during their 17-year stay at the top, leaving the Congolese businessman to shoulder most of the club’s expenses throughout the seasons.##NAJAVA_MECA_9722888##“Our annual budget was Ksh50 million while we were in the top tier, and most of the time, I have had to use my own personal resources to support the..

Chelsea are definitely no longer the club they once were — and evidence of that can be found in their recent performances. Today’s match completely threw the London side off balance. Nottingham Forest, who rested their squad for the Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa, managed to comfortably defeat a team that should be fighting for European places, but failed to show it on the pitch. In the end, Joao Pedro at least managed to bring a few smiles with a beautiful goal.FT.#CFC | #CHENFO pic.twitter.com/0PaE5s9iw4— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 4, 2026 Nottingham Forest made a dream start to their clash against Chelsea, taking the lead after just two minutes. A sharp break saw Bakwa glide past Cucurella with ease before delivering a precise cross for Awoniyi, who met it perfectly with a composed header past Robert Sánchez to silence the home crowd early on.Chelsea responded quickly and came agonisingly close in the 11th minute when Enzo Fernandez picked up the ball after a cleared ..

A fresh dispute threatening to shake the National Super League (NSL) has landed before the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) after an application was filed challenging Equity Bank FC’s participation in the ongoing 2025/26 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsCourt documents seen by Mozzart Sport show that Winfred Mutisya has filed a case against Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Head of Competitions Frank Ogolla, FKF Leagues and Competitions Committee chairman Peter Kamau alias Kass Kass, Equity Bank FC and FKF.The matter, registered as SDTSC/E030/2026, was certified urgent by the Tribunal on Monday, 4 May, with Deputy Chairperson Allan Mola Owinyi issuing directions for the respondents to respond before Friday, 8 May.##NAJAVA_MECA_9719449##The dispute revolves around Equity Bank’s eligibility to feature in the second tier this season.According to the Certificate of Urgency filed before the Tribunal, the applicant argues that the Bankers did not qualify for promotion from the ..

FKF Premier League giants AFC Leopards have joined the country in celebrating a major milestone achieved by their former official Bernard Murunga Wafula following his appointment as a High Court judge.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWafula was among 37 judges sworn in on Monday, 4 May, at State House during a ceremony presided over by President William Ruto and Chief Justice Martha Koome.##NAJAVA_MECA_9719449##The veteran football administrator was appointed as a judge of the High Court and the Environment and Land Court, marking yet another major step in a career that has seen him rise through both sports administration and the legal profession.In a congratulatory message, Ingwe hailed Wafula as one of their own while highlighting his contribution to the club over the years.“Congratulations, Mr Bernard Murunga Wafula, on your appointment and swearing-in as a judge of the High Court. Murunga is our former Deputy Secretary General, a super fan, and a great statistician of the..

He is, indeed, the only African head coach in the top 5 European leagues, and that’s a great honour. However, given Habib Beye’s results this season and his impact on his former and current teams, he’s on course to lose his place among the coaching elite on the old continent.The Senegalese started the season with Rennes but was sacked on February 9 after a series of poor results, leaving the club in sixth place, eight points behind the Champions League zone and out of the French Cup (Coupe de France).From awful to disastrous: Nantes stomp self-destructive OM in eight minutesHowever, just nine days later, he was appointed as the new Olympique Marseille boss, replacing the sacked Roberto De Zerbi. At that point, L’OM were fourth – in the last spot that guarantees UCL – three points behind the third-placed Lyon, and six points ahead of their first followers, Lille.Two and a half months later, the tables have completely turned, as Rennes managed to overcome the troubles Beye left them in, ..

Harambee Stars legend and former AFC Leopards head coach Tom Juma has finally opened up on why he turned down a coaching role at FKF Premier League side Mara Sugar FC two years ago.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsDespite strong links between the club and the former league-winning tactician, Juma opted against taking up the role at a time when the Sugar Millers were pushing for promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history.In October 2023, the former Administration Police head coach had just left AFC Leopards following a difficult spell that ended after a 2-0 loss to Gor Mahia in the season’s first Mashemeji Derby.##NAJAVA_MECA_9719449##Despite enjoying support from the club hierarchy, Juma struggled to turn around Ingwe’s fortunes, managing four draws and two defeats in six matches without registering a win.The former Kenya international departed with Leopards stuck in the relegation zone, with Tomas Trucha later coming in to help steer the club away from d..

If you are looking for a definition of a win-win situation in a dictionary, as of this season, one of them could be: Donyell Malen’s move to Roma.Ever since he left his boyhood club, PSV Eindhoven, the Dutchman has been trying to find himself abroad, at Borussia Dortmund and then Aston Villa, but in vain.In his maiden two seasons at Signal Iduna Park, he scored 19 goals. The third one was even better, as he hit the bullseye 15 times, and yet, it wasn’t enough to convince the Germans he was a good fit for them.Juve shooting themselves in the foot against relegated VeronaThe BVB sold him to the Villans in January 2025, where he had shining moments, but again something was missing, as he couldn’t get his place in the sun next to Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers.A year later, he tried his luck on loan in Rome and made arguably the best move of his career. At the same time, Roma secured one of their best – or at least, most efficient – signings in the last couple of years.🟡🔴 Malen has 11 Ser..