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Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed has revealed that the country’s football governing body is yet to receive funds from FIFA’s Women’s Football Development programme, more than a year into his tenure.Download Our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsSpeaking during an interview on Citizen TV’s Sporty Monday, Hussein attributed the delay to missed timelines and internal administrative shortcomings, particularly the failure to meet key FIFA requirements such as the completion of a comprehensive strategic plan.“Till today, we have never received any money from the women’s development kitty since we took office,” Hussein said.##NAJAVA_MECA_9618477##He explained that the federation is currently finalising its strategic plan, which will be presented to FIFA during an upcoming workshop.The process, he noted, involves meeting specific milestones before any funds can be unlocked.“Right now, is when FKF is finalising the strategic plan. We will have a sit-down with FIFA during ..

The FKF Premier League match week 25 lived up to its billing with sumptuous matches that continue to shape both the title race and the fight for survival even as the league enters its homestretch.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya’s most supported clubs, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards and Shabana FC were all in action with K’Ogalo hosting The Glamour Boys in the week’s pick of the bunch encounter.Defending champions Kenya Police FC, who have been off colour this season, were also in action and grabbed a win, even as little movement was experienced in the battle against relegation.BREAKING: McCarthy explains absence of Danish-based defender despite Harambee Stars call upMozzart Sport was present to cover all nine matches and, after a comprehensive analysis, here are some of the six key lessons in this weekly piece.Gor Mahia showcase true mark of a champion Match week 25 presented a potential banana skin for Gor Mahia in the form of Shabana FC, who were also in the title matrix.H..

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has shed light on when fans can expect to see English-born Wrexham defender Zak Vyner in action for the national team. Download Our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsDespite earning a call-up for the upcoming FIFA Series friendlies set to start this Friday in Kigali, Vyner was absent from the Stars’ first public training session at Nyayo National Stadium on Monday, 23 March.##NAJAVA_MECA_9620910##Earlier this month, McCarthy travelled to England as part of a concerted effort to convince diaspora players, including Vyner, to commit to the Harambee Stars.Vyner’s first call-up came under then-coach Engin Firat in May 2024.At that time, he travelled to the team’s training camp in Malawi but was unable to make his international debut due to delays in processing his Kenyan passport and nationality switch paperwork.The late Firat had expressed frustration with the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) over the administrative delays, noting that tactical prepara..

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has revealed that defender Daniel Anyembe has withdrawn from the national team camp ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series matches.Download Our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsThe South African tactician was speaking at Nyayo National Stadium on Monday, 23 March, during the team’s training session as preparations intensify for the international tournament set for later this week.McCarthy disclosed that the Harambee Stars defender, who features for Viborg FF in the Danish top flight, personally requested to be excused from the camp.##NAJAVA_MECA_9620916##The coach explained that the player is keen on helping his club secure a European spot next season, with Viborg currently in a competitive race in the Danish Superliga Championship Round.“Daniel Anyembe, the same situation, his team is in a fight for European places, so he spoke to me personally and asked me if I could excuse him for this camp. Obviously, we want a player to give himself the best chanc..

Victor Osimhen is thinking far beyond goals and trophies.The Galatasaray striker is reportedly exploring a move to purchase Istanbulspor – not just as an investment, but as the foundation of an ambitious cross-continental football project.According to reports, the 26-year-old wants to create a structured “bridge” between Nigeria and Turkey, opening an academy in his homeland to scout and develop young talent before channelling players through Istanbulspor and into European football.Osimhen’s soul has suffered so much: Lost mother as toddler, sold water to survive, father’s death hit him hard…He revealed the idea of buying the club recently in a Carter Efe livestream. The plan seems clear: identify prospects early, develop them locally, and use Istanbulspor as a springboard into Europe. A historic club founded in 1926, but without the financial weight of Turkish elite, Istanbulspor presents the ideal testing ground for such a model.But while the idea is gathering attention, reality ha..

Bandari and Kakamega Homeboyz shared a 1-1 draw in an FKF Premier League match shaped by aggressive pressing, positional rotations, and contrasting build-up strategies.Follow our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsWhile Bandari struck first through a well-worked aerial sequence, Kakamega Homeboyz responded by exploiting central spaces after a defensive lapse. The game evolved into a tactical contest, with both teams attempting to manipulate space through distinct approaches. TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How Morocco’s military side knocked CAF Champions League holders outUltimately, it became a dynamic chess match influenced by key moments, substitutions, and structural adjustments across both halves.Kakamega Homeboyz set up in a 4-3-3, aiming to dominate through structured possession and width. Ibrahim Wanzala operated in goal behind a back four of Peter Ng’ang’a, Potiphar Odhiambo, Boniface Onyango, and Shafik Batambuze.Eston Esiye anchored the midfield as a single pivot, supported by Glen Masava an..

El Derbi Madrileno is one of the most exciting and fieriest derbies in the world. Even though, given the number of titles won and the popularity of the clubs, Real Madrid against Barcelona is bigger, Atletico and Real still had some feisty duels over the decades. And due to colorful character of Vinicius Jr., we have a rivalry inside the rivalry: the Brazilian against Diego Simeone. Vinicius’ behavior on the pitch in recent years got him only trouble with various players and fans all around the world. But the Brazilian always finds the way to have the last laugh and it happened twice in the last week.Vini Jr gave Simeone payback , he always stands on business pic.twitter.com/E9d4X2DO6k— Twilight (@the_marcoliboy) March 22, 2026 In January 2026, Real and Atletico were against each other in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia. Xabi Alonso’s men won 2-1, but the result was overshadowed by an ‘incident’ between Vinicius (who else) and Diego Simeone. After Atletico bench protes..

Migori Youth produced a commanding performance to dispatch FC Talanta 3-1 in a fiercely contested National Super League (NSL) clash at Awendo Green Stadium, boosting their promotion ambitions in emphatic fashion.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsA clinical brace from Syphas Otieno, coupled with a well-taken strike by Churchill Otieno, proved decisive as the Migori-based outfit secured a crucial victory to move joint top of the standings alongside Mombasa United on 52 points.With maximum points at stake in the tightly contested promotion race, Migori entered the encounter fully aware that anything less than victory would hand their rivals a significant advantage.Why Leopards fell short of Ksh 1 million despite decent attendance against TuskerOn the other hand, FC Talanta, backed by the Communications Authority of Kenya, were equally motivated, knowing a win would significantly enhance their faint push for a promotion slot.The hosts wasted no time in stamping their authority on th..

Nyanza giants Nyakach Girls Secondary School once again stamped their authority on the national stage after providing the largest contingent in the provisional Junior Starlets squad named ahead of the upcoming FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Namibia.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News Head coach Mildred Cheche unveiled a balanced squad that blends schoolgirl prodigies with emerging league talent, as Kenya begins another journey in pursuit of a place on the global stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_9621137##The squad reflects both continuity and renewal and has drawn heavily from proven school powerhouses while injecting fresh energy from the domestic leagues.Nyakach headlines the list with five call-ups: Vallary Achieng, Idah Matara, Sheila Atieno, Beryl Awuor and Emily Adhiambo.Traditional rivals Wiyeta Girls High School also maintain a strong presence, contributing goalkeeper Mitshel Ng’ono and defender Ruth Barasa, among others.Several other institutions have also earned nationa..