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The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is shifting its approach from primarily targeting athletes to dismantling the networks that manufacture, distribute and supply performance-enhancing drugs.The agency says the new top-down strategy is designed to target coaches, doctors, suppliers, traffickers and other players who operate behind the scenes, recognising that athletes are often the most vulnerable link in the doping chain.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSpeaking during a press conference on Tuesday, 6 October, WADA Director of Intelligence and Investigations Gunter Younger said the evolution of doping required a fundamental rethink of how the global fight against doping is conducted.“I’ve been working with WADA for 10 years now, and we have seen a revolution in doping. Traditionally, what we as a sports organisation target is the athlete. We try to find out where the athlete is doping, but our powers as a sports organisation are very limited,” Younger said.##NAJAVA_MECA_928..

The Kenya Federation of American Football (KFAF) has taken a major step in its development after officially joining the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K), marking a significant milestone for the growth and recognition of American football in the country.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKFAF was voted into the NOC-K family following a presentation by President George Alwanga and Secretary-General Shisoka Akaka on Tuesday, 6 October, bringing the federation into Kenya’s wider Olympic movement.“We’ve officially joined the National Olympic Committee of Kenya family after being voted in today, thanks to an amazing presentation by KFAF President Mr. Alwanga and SG Shisoka Akaka. What a year it’s been and what an achievement. This is incredible,” KFAF posted on their social media handles.##NAJAVA_MECA_10068##For Alwanga, the admission represents an important moment in the federation’s journey, while also opening new opportunities for the sport’s athletes, coaches and offi..

Kenya U23 captain Kevin Wangaya has hailed the Emerging Stars for holding their nerve to progress to the second round of the 2027 U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers despite suffering a 3-1 defeat to Tanzania in the return leg in Dar es Salaam.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Emerging Stars advanced 5-4 on aggregate after their commanding 4-1 victory in the first leg at Nyayo National Stadium a week earlier.##NAJAVA_MECA_10010068##Tanzania started the return leg strongly and raced into a two-goal lead through Sheikhan Khamis and Selemani Mwalimu, putting Kenya under sustained pressure.Wangaya came close to pulling one back before halftime when his effort struck the post, while Kenya eventually found the net in the second half through Andreas Odhiambo, a goal that proved pivotal. Mwalimu later completed his brace from the penalty spot as Tanzania won 3-1, but the hosts could not find the fourth goal they needed to level the tie.FKF’s options in determining abando..

Barcelona have received a major boost during the international break, with captain Raphinha reportedly set to remain at the club for the long term.According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Catalan side and their Brazilian star have reached an agreement over a new contract. The paperwork is reportedly already signed, with the fresh deal keeping Raphinha at Camp Nou until 2030. His previous agreement was due to expire in 2028, meaning an official announcement could arrive as soon as this week.🚨🔵🔴 Raphinha has signed new contract at Barcelona until June 2030! All approved, closed with his camp and lawyers. New deal done and sealed. Official announcement and ceremony can take place this week; on Friday, if all goes to plan with documents. https://t.co/fol5EmHtk1— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 6, 2026 The extension comes as little surprise given Raphinha’s repeated comments about his desire to stay in Barcelona. The 29-year-old has made no secret of his ambition to spend..

Menengai Oilers halfback Glacious Owino is set to make his Kenya Sevens debut at the 28th edition of the Safari 7s slated for Friday, 9 to Sunday, 11 October.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThis comes after an impressive campaign on the National 7s Circuit and a title-winning outing with the Kenya Morans in Mauritius.Owino was among the standout performers as the Morans lifted the Africa Men’s 7s title over the weekend, earning promotion to the Shujaa squad alongside fellow debutants Elvis Olukusi and Kabras RFC youngster Rayvon Ambale.From cricket to Kenya’s most lethal scrum-half: The story of Samuel AsatiHis promotion to the national team comes after a breakthrough domestic season in which he established himself as one of the country’s most promising halfbacks.Owino’s numbers underline the impact he had throughout the National 7s Circuit.The Menengai Oilers star featured in 34 matches, scoring 258 points and 24 tries while providing five assists, making 12 breaks and bea..

Standing at 5’6 and 75kg, Samuel Asati does not cut the most imposing figure on a rugby pitch.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFor years, the KCB Rugby scrum-half watched burly men dominate the sport and wondered whether he had a place among them.“When I was a kid watching rugby, at first, I didn’t know if I could make it. Because those guys were huge,” Asati recalled.However, size was never going to determine how far he went.What Asati lacked in size, he made up for with speed, instinct, courage and an almost innate understanding of the game. The diminutive scrum-half has developed into one of Kenya’s most accomplished number nines, competing alongside some of the country’s finest in the position, including Kabras’ Brian Tanga and Menengai Oilers and former Kenya Simbas captain Samson Onsomu.Safari Sevens at 28: A look into the illustrious history of Africa’s premier rugby festivalFor Asati, however, the journey was never about becoming the biggest player on the field, but ..

Harambee Starlets head coach Godfrey ‘Solo’ Oduor has named his final squad for the Olympic Games qualifier double-header against Seychelles.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe first leg will be played on Thursday at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, with the return leg scheduled for Monday afternoon at the same venue. Seychelles does not have a CAF-approved stadium, forcing the island nation to play both legs in Kenya.##NAJAVA_MECA_10009342##The Starlets have been in camp for the past few days preparing for the two matches, with Oduor taking charge following the departure of former head coach Beldine Odemba.Oduor has largely retained the core of the squad while making several changes, including the inclusion of Shabana Starlets defender Hellen Ochieng, who earns her maiden call-up to the senior national team.Wacker Innsbruck forward Sylvia Makungu, Ulinzi Starlets midfielder Sheryl Angachi, Elizabeth Mideva, Corazone Aquino and Jentrix Shikangwa are among the players recalled to ..

Harry Kane is running out of records to break.On the night he equalled Peter Shilton’s remarkable England appearance record, Kane did what he does best: he scored twice.The England captain celebrated his 125th cap with a brace as Thomas Tuchel’s side swept aside Czechia 3-0 at Wembley, taking his international tally to an extraordinary 91 goals. He is now just nine goals away from becoming the first player in England’s history to reach a century.##TWITTER_

An incredible honour for me to equal Peter Shilton’s appearance record for England. Every time I pull on this shirt I feel a huge sense of pride and there’s no better way to mark the occasion than with a win at Wembley – the perfect night. Representing my country means everything to me. 125 down, many more to come. Thank you for your incredible support. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

— Harry Kane (@HKane) Oc..