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Inside the rise of a little-known Kenyan starlet targeting Zambian league glory with Zesco Ndola Girls

The Zambian frontier has in recent years offered a fertile environment for Kenyan footballers seeking sterner challenges across the region. From the past Zesco United trio of: David ‘Calabar’Owino, Jesse Were and Anthony Akumu to the present Moses Shuma at Power Dynamos, the men, each flourishing regardless of club- the shift has now swung the women’s way. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIvy Omondi, after a brief sabbatical from football, has found her way into Zesco Ndola Girls starting eleven barely weeks after signing for the Super league outfit. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9666616##Deployed as a free-roving midfielder, Omondi’s entry into the ZSL is nothing short of pioneering, and her performance for Ndola Girls will heavily determine this. This she knows. ‘’Of course it’s not going to be easy. In fact it’s not but this is where I am now and must compete and prove that Zesco bringing me in was not in vain,’’ she says. Victor Wanyama explains decision to retire from football at 34Omo..

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Homeboyz goalkeeper eyes Harambee Stars debut after overcoming 8-month injury layoff

Kakamega Homeboyz goalkeeper Ibrahim Wanzala has set his sights on making his senior Harambee Stars debut after overcoming a challenging eight-month injury layoff.The 20-year-old shot-stopper, had been sidelined for the better part of the ongoing season due to a knee injury, that required surgery. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWanzala underwent the procedure immediately after the conclusion of last season, forcing him to miss close to eight months of competitive action.The Kenya u-20 custodian made his much-anticipated return on 7 February during the Mozzart Bet Cup Round of 64 clash against Amani Youth FC. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9666608##Since then, he has cemented his position between the posts, featuring in eleven matches across all competitions and keeping three clean sheets.Speaking after Kakamega Homeboyz shared a four-goal thriller with Nairobi United, Wanzala expressed confidence in his readiness for the next step in his career.”I have now fully recovered from the injury t..

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Out of the blue: Neymar in MLS?

It seemed that by returning to Santos, his boyhood club, Neymar had decided to finish his career there. He didn’t appear interested in another move, but…A host of experienced stars in Major League Soccer could soon gain a new member, as Neymar is negotiating with FC Cincinnati, according to The Athletic. A completely surprising piece of news. It seems the Brazilian is determined to play in the United States at any cost, as his participation at the World Cup is in question.Mbappe’s admiration for legend: “I can’t imagine World Cup without Neymar”There are several obstacles to this transfer, primarily Neymar’s contract with Santos until the end of the calendar year. However, since he hasn’t been on the best terms with the club’s president lately, it could easily happen that he is granted permission to leave. At the same time, Cincinnati also faces certain administrative hurdles typical of MLS, and will have to part ways with one of their three biggest stars (Denkey, Miles Robinson, or Lu..

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UEL:Ollie’s brace brings Emery closer to another title

It’s rare when any football coach has a number of European titles won, no matter the competition. Its so hard to win any title when you are competing against other European clubs and yet some coaches, like Unai Emery, have managed to do it multiple times, and they are not gonna be stopped any time soon. Everybody knows that former Arsenal boss has already won four Europa League titles but after the first leg of the quarterfinals, he is even closer to yet another one. His Aston Villa managed to ‘destroy’ the Bologna’s fans joy and optimism on Thursday night. The Rossoblu fans created a wonderful atmosphere at the Renato Dall’Ara stadium. The famous venue was painted in two colors, with people arranged alternately in red and blue shirts throughout the entire stadium, but Aston Villa decided to showcase Premier League intensity in full force. Aston Villa won 3–1 (1–0), but Bologna was generally followed by a lot of misfortune.Two weeks ago Ollie Watkins missed out on Thomas Tuchel’s Engla..

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Victor Wanyama explains decision to retire from football at 34

Victor Wanyama has revealed why he chose to retire from competitive football at a time when many felt he still had the ingredients required to carry on. Last Friday, Wanyama called time on his career, citing persistent knee pain as a major factor behind the decision. The former Harambee Stars captain also shared his plans to transition into coaching in Europe.Wanyama released a statement marking the end of an 18-year career that saw him play in Kenya, Belgium, Scotland, England and Canada. He remains the only Kenyan to have played in the English Premier League, representing both Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.##NAJAVA_MECA_9657991##“Today I announce my retirement from football,” he wrote on social media. “Four different countries, six different clubs, a boy from Muthurwa with a big dream, carrying a nation’s pride every time I stepped onto the pitch.”Regarded as one of Kenya’s greatest ever, Wanyama last played club football for Dunfermline Athletic in Scotland. Although he had prev..

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BETTING GUIDE: Arsenal vs Bournemouth, match preview, team news and prediction

On the verge of equalling their best Premier League winning run of the 2025-26 campaign, Arsenal welcome Bournemouth to the Emirates Stadium for Saturday’s lunchtime kickoff.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Gunners have prevailed in each of their last four top-flight encounters, while the Cherries have played out five successive draws in the division to establish a reputation as stalemate specialists.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658188##Arsenal come into this fixture in strong league form, having won four consecutive Premier League matches to reach 70 points from 31 games.Despite distractions from cup competitions and Europe, they have remained consistent domestically.Across their last five matches in all competitions, Arsenal have scored six goals and conceded four, reflecting a more controlled and defensively solid approach.End of golden era at Anfield: Robertson bows out after nine glorious yearsThey currently sit top of the table, nine points clear of their nearest challengers, put..

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Mozzart Bet Cup: Police face giant-killers BB Bread as Tusker take on Sharks

The prestigious Mozzart Bet Cup returns this weekend with Round 16 matches lined up beginning with a double-header on Friday, 10 April at the Moi International Sports Center , KasaraniGiant-killers BB Bread will face off with Police FC, while Tusker FC face Kariobangi Sharks to complete the two tantalizing matches of the day.Tusker vs Kariobangi SharksThe first match of the day will see Kenyan giants Tusker FC play host to Kariobangi Sharks from 1300 hrs.Tusker qualified to the Round of 16 following a convincing 2-0 victory over Bidco United, while Sharks secured a 4-0 victory over KU Hardnuts.Tusker, who are 10th on the FKF Premier League table with 37 points, 20 off league leaders Gor Mahia admitted to the impossibility of winning the league title, terming the Mozzart Bet Cup as their only realistic chance of a silverware.The Brewers will be facing a Sharks side that is equally having a poor season in the league and is currently just a point above the relegation zone.In the Cup, Shar..

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ECL: Palace run riot after break as Fiorentina collapse

The break did wonders for Crystal Palace.Refreshed after nearly three weeks without competitive action, Oliver Glasner’s side exploded out of the blocks at Selhurst Park, overwhelming a flat and unrecognisable Fiorentina to take a commanding 3-0 advantage into the second leg.From the very first whistle, Palace looked sharper, quicker, and hungrier. The hosts seized control early and made it count in a devastating seven-minute spell midway through the first half.Crystal Palace’s decorations for their game vs. Fiorentina got stuck everywhere 😂The match was even delayed after some got caught in the net 😅 pic.twitter.com/dWMM6Tyv9M— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) April 9, 2026 It all started with Daniel Munoz, whose relentless runs down the right caused chaos. One such move led to a penalty after Dodo brought down Eberechi Eze’s replacement on the flank, with VAR confirming the decision. Jean-Philippe Mateta stepped up and coolly ended his goal drought to make it 1-0.Moments later, it was deja vu. Muno..

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VAR fury at Camp Nou: Barcelona file official complaint to UEFA after Atletico heist

Barcelona have gone on the offensive – not on the pitch, but in the boardroom – after a stormy 2-0 UEFA Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid left them fuming over what they call a “grave lack of VAR intervention.”The flashpoint? A moment early in the second half, when Marc Pubill quite literally lent a helping hand in the box, and somehow got away with it. Despite furious appeals, referee Istvan Kovacs waved play on, while VAR official Christian Dingert stayed suspiciously silent.Flick furious with refs after Barca’s shocking loss: “I can’t believe…”Cue outrage.Barca didn’t hold back, firing off an official complaint to UEFA, demanding an investigation, access to referee communications, and – most importantly – an admission that something went seriously wrong.And if that wasn’t enough salt in the wound, the VAR did step in earlier, just not in Barca’s favour. Pau Cubarsi saw his yellow upgraded to a red after a review, leaving Hansi Flick seething.”The VAR was very focused… for..

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End of golden era at Anfield: Robertson bows out after nine glorious years

Andy Robertson will bring the curtain down on a remarkable chapter at Liverpool, with the club confirming the Scottish left-back will depart at the end of the 2025-26 season when his contract expires.After nine years at Anfield, the 32-year-old leaves behind a legacy few full-backs in modern football can match. Signed from Hull City AFC in 2017, Robertson went on to make 373 appearances, becoming a cornerstone of one of Liverpool’s most successful eras.Through the years 🗓️ pic.twitter.com/w6LzvyhIUy— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 9, 2026 During his time on Merseyside, he helped deliver two Premier League titles and a Champions League crown, alongside a host of other silverware – from domestic cups to global honors – cementing his place in the club’s modern greats.”Now is the time for me to move on,” Robertson said. “I’ll always look back on amazing memories. I’ve put my heart and soul into this club for nine years and I’ve not got many regrets.”His departure signals more than just the exit..

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