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South Africa 7s legend predicts bright future for Kenyan rugby

South African rugby sevens legend Rosko Shane Specman has tipped Kenyan rugby for a bright future, describing the Kenya Morans as the next generation of superstars after their impressive run at the Safari 7s.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Morans, coached by Specman, popularly known as ‘Specmagic’, defeated Shogun Rugby 31-10 in the semifinals to set up an all-Kenyan final against Shujaa at Nyayo National Stadium. They fell 19-5 to Shujaa in the final.The final showcased the depth of talent available in Kenyan rugby.“We knew it was not going to be easy. The Morans have been together for a long time, but I see them as the next superstars of Kenyan rugby. As you could see, they were executing the game plan and doing exactly what their coach had asked them to do,” Specman said.Humphrey Kayange impressed with Kenya Sevens rebuild after relegationThe Morans were co-captained by Clinton Amukwachi and Dennis Ndayala, with six players making their debuts for the side during the..

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Top 5 league clubs almost flawless in the Conference League

How many more times does the myth that clubs from the “Big Five” leagues are not interested in the Conference League need to be shattered? Apparently, last season was not enough to put an end, once and for all, to one of the most persistent misconceptions in European football. Crystal Palace won the competition, Rayo Vallecano reached the final, Strasbourg played in the semi-finals, while Fiorentina and Mainz were knocked out in the quarter-finals. In other words, five representatives of Europe’s strongest leagues among the last eight, both finalists from the “Big Five” leagues, and the trophy in the hands of an English club. Yet, evidently, the same lesson needs to be repeated year after year. And the opening round of the new Conference League campaign offered precisely the same reminder.##TWITTER_

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Eliud Kipchoge on how athletes can secure more brand endorsements

Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has urged athletes to build strong personal brands and embrace values that resonate with the corporate world if they are to attract brand endorsements and maximise their commercial potential.Speaking during the unveiling of his partnership with Absa Bank Kenya PLC, Kipchoge said athletes must understand their professional identity, define their ambitions and demonstrate how their sporting careers can inspire and empower others.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more news“I think athletes need to build their personal brands and embrace the right values that resonate with the corporate world. That is what is needed to attract brand endorsements,” Kipchoge said.The two-time Olympic marathon champion emphasized that sporting excellence alone is not enough to position athletes for commercial opportunities, noting that they must communicate the broader value of their careers to potential partners.“Every athlete needs to identify themselves as a professional, un..

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Malkia Strikers star completes move to Turkish club

Malkia Strikers sensational teenager Malyne Terry Tata has finally completed a lucrative transfer to Turkish club Bodrum Belediyesi Bodrumspor.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 19-year-old has been at the center of transfer talks over the last few months following her impressive performances in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) League, the Mozzart Kenya Cup and the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship.Tata’s transfer was confirmed by her former club, KCB Ladies Volleyball team through their social media accounts.Tens of millions FKF will receive from CAF’s annual funding“We are pleased to confirm that Terry Tata has joined Bodrum Belediyesi Bodrum Spor in Turkey from KCB Volleyball Club,” the club’s announcement reads. “As you embark on this exciting new chapter in your professional volleyball career, we wish you every success and thank her for her invaluable contribution to KCB Volleyball Club.”According to KCB, the Kwanthanze Girls High School a..

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STARS ABROAD: Ochieng makes European debut as Tera captains Ararat-Armenia

Harambee Stars forward Job Ochieng made his European continental debut on Thursday, 15 October night, starting for Real Sociedad in their 1-1 draw against Belgian outfit Royale Union Saint-Gilloise Den Dreef Stadium in the UEFA Europa League.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOchieng was named in coach Pellegrino Matarazzo’s starting lineup and played 79 minutes as the Spanish side sought their first victory in the league phase.However, a late equaliser denied Sociedad maximum points despite an encouraging away display.The contest was evenly balanced in the opening half, with neither side finding the breakthrough before the interval.Adel Amrouche compares his Harambee Stars tenure to Benni McCarthy’sSociedad returned from the break with renewed intent and took the lead shortly after the restart through substitute Beñat Turrientes, who struck after coming on at halftime.The visitors looked poised to secure all three points as they sought to protect their advantage, but Union Sa..

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The story behind Glacious Nganya’s iconic number 29 jersey

Talented Menengai Oilers halfback Glacious Nganya has explained why he chose jersey number 29.For Nganya, the number 29 jersey is more than just a number on his back. It is a tribute to a player he admires, a reflection of his rugby inspiration, and a symbol that is increasingly becoming synonymous with his growing reputation in Kenyan rugby.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsNganya was among the standout performers as Shujaa successfully defended their Safari 7s title over the weekend. His national team call-up followed a breakthrough National 7s Circuit season.The scrum-half was part of the team that won the Africa Men’s 7s title with the Morans.His exploits at the continental tournament earned him a promotion to the senior national team alongside fellow debutants Elvis Olukusi and Kabras RFC youngster Rayvon Ambale for the Safari 7s.Humphrey Kayange impressed with Kenya Sevens rebuild after relegationWhile Nganya’s speed, distribution and attacking instincts have caught the..

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Kolo Muani keeps saving Juve, again and again!

Juventus left it late, but they left Spain with their perfect Europa League record intact. Randal Kolo Muani struck in stoppage time to complete a remarkable comeback against Celta Vigo, sealing a 2-1 victory after the hosts had threatened to derail the Bianconeri’s European campaign.After opening their continental season with a ruthless 5-0 demolition of NEC, Juventus arrived in Spain looking to put a frustrating domestic draw at Cagliari behind them (Kolo Muani scored the equaliser ten minutes from time). Their long injury list offered little help, but Luciano Spalletti’s side found a way to turn a difficult evening into three more points.🚨 Randal Kolo Muani sealed comaback at stoppage times. 🇪🇸 Celta 1-2 Juventus 🇮🇹 https://t.co/aLoWH9PBAo— Goals Xtra (@GoalsXtra) October 15, 2026 Celta, beaten by Omonia Nicosia in their opening European fixture, made the stronger start. Williot Swedberg tested Guglielmo Vicario with an early header before the Swedish forward helped create the break..

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Martinez offers olive branch to Man Utd chiefs after explosive Wilcox criticism

Lisandro Martinez has moved to calm the storm at Manchester United after his explosive criticism of the club’s hierarchy. However, his apology comes with an important distinction: the Argentine regrets how he delivered his message, not the frustration behind it.The defender held a meeting with Michael Carrick and senior club figures on Thursday, following his public outburst after United’s 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. He had questioned the club’s recruitment and openly demanded more from technical director Jason Wilcox.Honesty doesn’t pay: Lisandro in trouble after criticising Man UnitedTwo days later, Martinez struck a more conciliatory tone, describing his conversation with the leadership group as “very positive”. In a statement on social media, he acknowledged that his emotions had got the better of him.”Everyone knows that I am a passionate person and that I live football with great intensity,” the 28-year-old wrote.”The frustration of the defeat led me to expres..

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Not even born when Inzaghi did it! Milan’s African sensation ends 24-year hat-trick drought

Alphadjo Cisse has announced himself on the European stage on Thursday night in spectacular fashion, scoring a hat-trick in AC Milan’s 4-0 Europa League demolition of RB Salzburg to write his name into football history.Aged just 19 years and 358 days, Cisse became the youngest Italian player to score a hat-trick in a major European competition, according to Opta. His three-goal haul also ended Rossoneri’s 24-year wait for a player to score a hat-trick in a competitive European fixture.⚽—15′ ⚽—32′ ⚽—49′ 19-year-old Alfa Cisse bags his first senior hat trick for Milan vs. Salzburg 🎩 https://t.co/kn76ztsDzY— B/R Football (@brfootball) October 15, 2026 The last Rossoneri player to achieve the feat was Filippo Pippo Inzaghi, who scored three times in a 4-0 Champions League victory over Deportivo La Coruna in 2002. Cisse, of Guinean descent, was not even born at the time.The teenager needed less than 50 minutes to make his own mark on Milan’s history books.He opened the scoring with a well-t..

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Humphrey Kayange impressed with Kenya Sevens rebuild after relegation

Former Kenya Sevens captain Humphrey Kayange has praised the rebuilding process within the Kenya Sevens setup, saying the emergence of young talent and growing squad depth are encouraging signs as Shujaa work on their return to the HSBC SVNS Main Division.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya’s rebuilding journey began in May 2023 when Shujaa suffered relegation from the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series after losing 12-7 to Canada in the relegation playoff final at Twickenham Stadium in London on May 20. The defeat ended Kenya’s two-decade stay among the series’ core teams.The setback prompted sweeping changes to the technical bench, with Kevin Wambua appointed head coach on 4 August, 2023, replacing Damian McGrath, whose tenure lasted 14 months.Meet South Africa’s fleet-footed beast who left fans in awe at 2026 Safari 7sLouis Kisia was named assistant coach as Kenya embarked on a rebuilding exercise aimed at restoring the team’s competitiveness on the international stage.Wam..

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