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Gor Mahia vice-chair calls on FKF to subsidize floodlight costs as night matches gain popularity

Gor Mahia vice-chairperson Sally Bolo has urged the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to help clubs meet the high costs of staging matches under floodlights.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsShe revealed that the Kenyan giants spend an additional KSh400,000 to KSh500,000 to host a single-night fixture.The call comes as Gor Mahia embrace evening kick-offs in a bid to improve the matchday experience for their supporters, having hosted Murang’a Seal under floodlights on Tuesday, 13 October, before scheduling their Saturday, 24 October clash against Bandari for a 7:00 pm kick-off.##NAJAVA_MECA_10055859##The move has attracted praise from a large section of the club’s supporters and local football stakeholders, with night matches offering fans an alternative to daytime fixtures.However, Bolo says the financial demands involved in staging such games remain a significant challenge.“Playing under the floodlights is very expensive. Apart from hiring the stadium, we spend an extra KSh400,..

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Former Kenya Sevens captain Kayange backs Rising Lionesses to shine at Dakar Youth Olympics

Former Kenya Sevens captain Humphrey Kayange is confident the Rising Lionesses will make a strong impression at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsHis confidence stems from the valuable experience they gained at the Safari 7s and an international training camp in Tunisia.The young Kenyan side impressed at the Safari 7s despite their inexperience, registering a victory over TUKS Women while showing resilience against established sides Kenya Shibli, Tunisia, and Kenya Lionesses.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047210##Their performances offered an early glimpse of their potential ahead of the Youth Olympics, where they will test themselves against some of the best young talent on the international stage.Kayange, who was named chairperson of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Coordination Commission for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, believes the team’s recent exposure has given them a solid foundation for the challenge ahead.“The Dakar team is the yo..

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Bournemouth blow Milan away as Amorim suffers another nightmare

Their colours are identical, but their histories could hardly be more different. And on Thursday night, AC Milan’s illustrious past counted for nothing as Bournemouth tore the Italian giants apart at the Vitality Stadium.Bournemouth unleashed a storm, sweeping Milan aside 3-0 to maintain their perfect start in Europe and leave the Rossoneri facing an uphill battle in the Europa League.A meeting between two sides considered among the favourites for the trophy was expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the third round. Instead, it became a one-sided affair, with Milan’s hopes effectively crushed inside the opening half-hour.2008: In administration and playing League Two football. 2026: Beat seven-time Champions League winners AC Milan 3-0. Bournemouth’s rise is nothing short of incredible 👏 https://t.co/x3gBdFIyqs— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) October 22, 2026 Everything that could go wrong for Ruben Amorim’s men did.The Rossoneri’s collapse began in the seventh minute..

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Kenya Legends to face South Africa in historic 2027 series

Kenya Legends will face South Africa Rugby Legends in a two-leg series in 2027. This marks the first time the veterans’ rugby competition will expand beyond East Africa.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe series will kick off in Nairobi on Saturday, 8 May, 2027, before Kenya travels to Cape Town for the return fixture on Saturday, 4 July. The venue for the Nairobi match will be announced at a later date.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047210##The expansion presents a new challenge for Kenya Legends, who have dominated the competition since its launch in 2023, when they began facing Uganda in the annual series.Kenya won the first four editions, although Uganda came close to ending that run in 2026 after securing their maiden victory over the Kenyan side, edging them 16-15 in Mombasa.However, Kenya responded in the return leg in Kampala, winning 17-10 to retain the title with a 32-26 aggregate victory.Specmagic reveals what makes Kenyan rugby uniqueThe introduction of South Africa Rugby Legen..

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FKFPL: KCB target top spot as Posta Rangers seek first win

KCB FC will be looking to climb to the top of the FKF Premier League table when they host Posta Rangers in the opening match of Week Three at Police Sacco Stadium on Friday afternoon.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe match, scheduled for 4:00 pm, is the only fixture on Friday, and it gives KCB a chance to move above defending champions Gor Mahia and Mara Sugar, who are also among the leading teams.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047199##KCB have collected four points from their opening two matches, showing a knack for late goals. They opened their campaign with a 2-2 draw against Nairobi United before scoring an 88th-minute winner to beat Mathare United in their second outing.Another win would take the bankers to seven points, one clear of Gor Mahia, who currently lead the standings with six. Kenya U17 on the brink of World Cup elimination after USA whitewashKCB would occupy the top spot at least temporarily, with Gor Mahia and Mara Sugar scheduled to play on Saturday.Posta Rangers, meanw..

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Woltemade saves Juventus as late VAR drama denies Old Lady a winner

Juventus’ struggles are no longer confined to Serie A. The Old Lady dropped their first points in the Europa League on Thursday, surrendering an early lead before fighting back to draw 2-2 with Rennes.The hosts struck first, but Rennes turned the game around before half-time. Nick Woltemade then came to Juve’s rescue with another European goal, capping what was arguably his best performance since joining the club. The German even looked capable of completing the comeback, only for a late VAR intervention to deny Juventus a dramatic winner.Woltemade’s European form is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Nick Woltemade with a lovely assist to set up Zeki Celik for Juventus opener. 3 g/a in 3 Europa League games 🖤🤍 https://t.co/hV6vmAHeyH— Toon 9ja (@Newcastle9ja) October 22, 2026 After scoring his first goal for the Bianconeri against NEC Nijmegen and finding the net again in their comeback against Celta Vigo last week, he struck once more to move level at the top of the Europa Le..

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Kenya U17 on the brink of World Cup elimination after USA whitewash

Maddie DiMaria scored four first-half goals as the United States overwhelmed Kenya’s Junior Starlets 6-1 in their second Group E match at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Thursday night.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe defeat at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, Morocco, leaves Kenya on the brink of elimination, with their hopes of reaching the Round of 16 hanging by a thread ahead of their final group match against Samoa on Sunday, 25 October.DiMaria struck four times in the opening half before Loradana Paletta and Giana Hanf added further goals for the Americans. Lindwey Atieno scored a late wonder goal for Kenya.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047209##The result left the United States and China on six points each, with both sides securing the top two qualifying positions in Group E after China defeated Samoa earlier in the day.Kenya, who had opened their campaign with a 3-0 defeat to China, must now beat Samoa convincingly and hope other results work in their favo..

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Bandari receive triple injury boost ahead of Gor Mahia clash

Bandari FC have received a timely boost ahead of Saturday’s FKF Premier League clash against Gor Mahia, with striker Beja Nyamawi, goalkeeper Alain Ngeleka and Keith Imbali returning to the squad.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Dockers will be chasing their first victory of the 2026/27 campaign when they face the record Kenyan champions at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi in a floodlit encounter scheduled for a 7 pm kick-off.Charles Okere’s side have made a winless start to the season, drawing 0-0 away to AFC Leopards before being held to a 1-1 draw by 3K FC at Mbaraki Sports Club earlier this week.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047219##However, the Dockers coach remains confident his charges can rise to the occasion against a Gor side that has won its opening two league matches.“We are a big team, and Gor Mahia are also a big team. We respect them, but it is 11 against 11. Bandari versus Gor Mahia is always a big match, and we are going there to fight for maximum points,” Okere told ..

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From left-back to winger? PSG consider bold experiment after Khvicha’s injury

Paris Saint-Germain celebrated a statement 4-2 victory over Barcelona, but the triumph came at a potentially devastating cost. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, with the Georgian winger facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines that could keep him out for the remainder of the season.For Luis Enrique, losing the 25-year-old is a major headache. Kvaratskhelia has become an important part of PSG’s attacking machinery, and replacing his pace, dribbling and ability to unsettle defenders will be no easy task.Nightmarish news for PSG: Season over for KhvichaThe Parisian giants are now weighing up their options, with several candidates capable of filling the void left by their No. 7. However, according to Le Parisien, the solution could involve an unexpected tactical experiment.One possibility is to push Nuno Mendes further forward and deploy the Portuguese international on the left wing.Best known for his work as a left-back, Mendes possesse..

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Government commences expansion of stadium in Siaya to 20,000 capacity

The expansion of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium in Siaya town has entered its second phase, which brings local football clubs closer to having a larger, modern facility capable of hosting major sporting events.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe project will increase the stadium’s spectator capacity from 5,500 to 20,000, a significant boost to football and athletics in Siaya County and the wider Nyanza region.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047203##Launched by President William Ruto in January 2025, the stadium’s modernisation is expected to be completed by March 2027, as Kenya steps up preparations to co-host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania.In an update on Thursday, 22 October, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the project was progressing through a partnership between the national and county governments, with the facility expected to play a greater role in developing local talent and attracting major competitions.“Nurturing grassroots football..

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