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Arsenal’s biggest sale ever? Martinelli one step away from Saudi Arabia

The summer of Arsenal’s complete overhaul on the left wing. First, the English champions sold Leandro Trossard to Beşiktaş for €18,000,000, and now they are preparing to send Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Arabia in what would become the biggest sale in the club’s history.The Brazilian was not interested in a move to Galatasaray, but it seems he has been drawn by the petrodollars of the Middle East. Arsenal are in negotiations with Al Hilal, and according to Fabrizio Romano and Sacha Tavolieri, the two parties are expected to agree on a transfer fee of around €60,000,000.🚨🔵⚪️ Al Hilal are getting closer to Gabriel Martinelli deal done after club to club talks with Arsenal at final stages.Fee around £50/55m discussed and #AFC prepared to accept and sell Martinelli.Talks on personal terms ongoing, Gabriel to make final decision soon. 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/8NfvHfv75l— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 24, 2026 The Gunners have never sold a player for anywhere near such a sum; the record ..

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Kenya land favourable draw in CAVB African Championship

The Kenya Women’s volleyball national team, Malkia Strikers, will open their 2026 CAVB Women’s Africa Championship with a clash against Zambia on Tuesday 25 August, at the Kasarani Indoor Arena from 1900 hrs.Kenya, who are the defending champions, landed a friendly pool following the draw conducted on Monday.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKenya will face: Zambia and Mali. Initially, the Kenyan girls were to face Morocco in the same pool, but the North Africans were disqualified for failing to show up for the technical meeting held at a Nairobi Hotel on Monday, 24 August.The tournament, which is expected to run from today to Saturday 5 September, will be held at the Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Sports Complex.##NAJAVA_MECA_9915626##It will bring together 15 teams competing for the prestigious title, with Kenya opening the floor just after the opening ceremonyThe Malkia Strikers will be keen to start on the right foot in the quest to defend the title, which will also gua..

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Ngugi eyes first LOOP Safari Gravel Series victory at Vipingo

Stanley Ngugi will be among the leading contenders when the 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series heads to Vipingo Ridge in Kilifi County for its third leg on Saturday, 29 August.The 19-year-old Kenyan is chasing his first victory of the season after finishing runner-up in the 100km races in Limuru and Naivasha.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907511##Ngugi will face a strong men’s elite field that includes Ivan Kipruto and Dan Kiptala, who competed alongside him at the Evertsberg Gravel 2026 in Sweden earlier this month.They will also have to contend with Uganda’s Jordan Schleck, who has won the Vipingo race in each of the last two editions and will be targeting a third consecutive victory at the coastal venue.Kipruto, who finished third in Naivasha, is also targeting victory after working on his endurance ahead of the coastal race.Police Bullets leave it late to edge Simba Queens in CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers“Naivasha was a good learning experience for me. My endurance dropped towards the end, b..

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APS Bomet secure new home ahead of 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season

APS Bomet will play their home matches at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay during the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe club confirmed the change of venue following a pitch inspection by Chief Executive Officer Chemutai Rose and the team’s technical manager.The team visited the facility and gave it the green light to host home matches.“Today, our technical Manager and CEO visited Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay and officially made it our new home ground.A new home. A new chapter. The journey continues,” the club announced.##NAJAVA_MECA_9915626##The move comes as AP Bomet’s preferred home venue, IAAF Bomet Stadium, remains under construction. Their alternative venue from last season, Kericho Stadium, is also undergoing upgrade works, leaving the club with the need to identify another suitable facility ahead of the new campaign.Raila Odinga Stadium now provides Bomet with a temporary home as they seek to build on an encouraging debut..

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Salah reunited with UCL-winning teammate at Trabzonspor

Trabzonspor have officially confirmed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Fabinho on a two-year contract, setting up a high-profile reunion with his ex-Liverpool colleague Mohamed Salah in the Turkish Süper Lig.According to a financial disclosure submitted to the Turkish stock exchange on Monday, the 32-year-old will earn a guaranteed annual salary of €2.6 million ($3.03M) alongside an additional yearly signing-on bonus of €1.4 million ($1.63M). Confirming the transfer, the club shared on X: “An agreement has been reached for a two-year contract with … Fabinho, who is currently in free status.”🚨| NEW: Fabinho off to Trabzonspor on a free. Go on then, guess I’ve got a Turkish team to keep an eye on now! Up the Trabzon. pic.twitter.com/pKU51oSgZ5— centrekop. (@centrekop) August 24, 2026 Fabinho arrives in Turkey following a stint with Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ittihad, where he won a league title after ending his successful five-season run on Merseyside.Speaking to reporters upon landin..

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STARS ABROAD: Aldrine Kibet records assist in Spain as Abuya features in Yanga rout

Kenya’s fast-rising star, Aldrine Kibet, came off the bench and provided an assist as Celta Fortuna staged a remarkable comeback to beat Andorra 4-2 in a Spanish second-tier clash on Monday evening.The attacking midfielder was introduced in the 81st minute, in a match that saw Celta rally from two goals down to claim victory.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsBy the time Kibet was introduced, Celta Fortuna were trailing 2-1.However, his side fought hard to turn the game around at Balaídos.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907220##The Kenyan midfielder came close to scoring shortly after his introduction, but his effort was blocked by Andorra goalkeeper Pau López. Kibet then turned provider in stoppage time, setting up Andres Antanon for Celta Fortuna’s fourth goal in the 101st minute to complete a remarkable comeback.Celta Fortuna had fallen 2-0 behind after Andorra struck twice early in the second half, but Bernard Somuah pulled one back in the 54th minute to give the hosts hope.Former Nzoia Su..

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Dybala – Malen: A winning combination for Roma

Donyell Malen was modest in the Premier League wearing the Aston Villa shirt and almost useless for the Netherlands at the World Cup, but he is a true balm for Roma’s fans. When he puts on the claret-and-blue jersey, he turns into an attacking beast who cannot stop scoring.Last spring, he scored 15 goals in 20 matches across all competitions for the She-Wolf, and he kicked off the new season with a hat-trick for a convincing victory for Gian Piero Gasperini’s side, who showed their power at the start of Serie A — 4:0 (1:0).🔚 DAJE ROMA! ⚽️ Malen⚽️ Malen⚽️ Malen⚽️ Pisilli#ASRoma #RomaFiorentina pic.twitter.com/TDy7O4cwRk— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) August 24, 2026 t>There is a school of thought among Serie A fans that Roma owed last season’s strong finish, which secured them a Champions League spot, to Paulo Dybala’s brilliant performances right at the end. The Argentine also picked up where he left off last season, registering a hat-trick of assists tonight, and could have added a four..

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Gor Mahia learn dates for CAF Champions League clash with former champions

Gor Mahia’s CAF Champions League preliminary-round dates against Egyptian champions Pyramids FC have been officially confirmed.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsK’Ogalo will host the first leg at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, 6 September, with kick-off scheduled for 3 pm. The return leg will be played in Cairo on Sunday, 13 September, starting at 6 pm.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907220##Pyramids are expected to arrive in Nairobi on Thursday, 3 September, giving the visitors several days to prepare for the opening encounter.The tie presents a formidable challenge for Charles Akonnor’s side, with the Gor Mahia coach acknowledging their opponents’ pedigree while insisting his team has nothing to fear.“I use the word giants; indeed they are giants, but in football everything is possible,” Akonnor said.Ambani explains source of confidence ahead of AFC Leopards’ new seasonAkonnor admitted he had hoped for a less demanding opponent at this stage of the competition, but believes Gor Mahia must embrace..

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Blow for Gor Mahia as midfielder suffers injury ahead of key Champions League assignment

Gor Mahia midfielder Lawrence Juma will be sidelined for at least four weeks after suffering a fractured forearm during Sunday’s FKF Super Cup clash against Tusker at Nyayo Stadium.Juma was forced off during the record champions’ 3-1 defeat, adding to a difficult afternoon for Gor Mahia, who were punished for a series of individual errors.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907220##Francis Oduor, Eugene Ikutwa and Ian Simiyu scored for Tusker.Ikutwa would turn from hero to villain as he turned the ball into his own net to hand Gor their consolation goal.The Mozzart Bet Cup winners went on to claim a statement victory as they began the new season strongly following a major squad overhaul.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsTusker signed 19 players after releasing a similar number during the off-season.Gor Mahia have now been dealt another blow in midfield, with club team doctor Brian Odongo confirming the extent of Juma’s injury after further medical assessment and imaging.“Lawrence Juma was referre..

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BETTING GUIDE: Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen, match preview, team news and prediction

BETTING GUIDE: Bodo/Glimt vs NEC NijmegenA second straight league phase appearance in the Champions League beckons for Norwegian giants Bodo/Glimt ahead of the return match against NEC Nijmegen.Bodo/Glimt will host this playoff round tie, aiming to protect a 3-1 first-leg lead, with the only real concern for the home side being a slight shortage of recent clean sheets.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsNEC travel to the Arctic Circle fully aware of the monumental task ahead after losing the opening leg on home turf.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907215##However, having scored in each of their last four matches, the Dutch outfit will look to take risks in search of a miraculous turnaround, even if a spot in the Europa League remains a solid safety net.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Tuesday 25 AugustVenue: Aspmyra Stadion, BodoGroup: UEFA Champions League (Play-off Round)Current standings: Eliteserien: Bodo/Glimt (1st), Eredivisie: NEC Nijmegen (11th)FALSE 10: A new football oasisQualificatio..

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