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Harambee Stars forward Micah Obiero scored for Carlisle United just hours after returning from international duty as the Blues secured back-to-back wins for the first time this season with a 3-1 victory over Aldershot Town at the EBB Stadium.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsA first-half brace from David Ajiboye put Carlisle in control before Obiero came off the bench to seal the victory in the dying minutes, with Dominic Odusanya scoring a late consolation for the hosts.Obiero had only returned to the United Kingdom around 12 hours before kick-off after featuring for Kenya during the recent Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Eritrea and Guinea.##NAJAVA_MECA_10000335##Despite the long journey, the forward was named among the substitutes by head coach Rob Elliott before being introduced in the second half.Elliott made one change to the side that defeated AFC Fylde on Tuesday, with Ajiboye replacing Georgie Kelly, while Obiero returned from international d..

Harambee Starlets U17 captain Beverlyne Awuor says Kenya is determined to make a stronger impression at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Junior Starlets have been drawn in Group E alongside the United States, China PR and Samoa, with the tournament scheduled to kick off on 17 October.Kenya will be making its second appearance at the global tournament after debuting at the 2024 edition in the Dominican Republic.##NAJAVA_MECA_9993651##The Junior Starlets opened that campaign with a 2-0 defeat to England before losing 3-0 to North Korea.They signed off with a historic 2-1 win over Mexico, recording their first-ever World Cup victory.Awuor says their debut experience has given the squad greater belief heading into this year’s tournament.“As players, we are ready. We have been preparing well, and we are not going there just to participate, but to compete. We have a good technical bench, and they are really motivating us.”TACTICA..

Former Manchester United midfielder Fred has launched a strong attack on his former manager Erik ten Hag, reflecting on their time together at Old Trafford several years ago.The Brazilian, who now plays for Atletico Mineiro, spent the 2022-23 season under the Dutch coach following Ten Hag’s arrival from Ajax.Ten Hag took charge after the departure of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and arrived in Manchester with a reputation as one of Europe’s finest tacticians. Fred acknowledged his managerial qualities but claimed his relationship with the squad was a completely different matter.🚨 Fred on Solskjær and Ten Hag: “There are some coaches who are 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗 tactically but 𝗕𝗔𝗗 with the group, and there are some who are very good with the group but are tactically 𝗖𝗥𝗔𝗣. “For example Solskjær was very good with the group but tactically he had… pic.twitter.com/a9674Ut7sx— United Zone (@ManUnitedZone) October 2, 2026 Speaking this week, the midfielder described Ten Hag’s treatment of the players in extreme..

Migori Youth wrapped up their pre-season build-up programme on a winning note after seeing off FKF Division Two side TBM Health 4-2 at Awendo Green Stadium.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe victory provided a positive conclusion to the league newcomers’ preparations ahead of their much-anticipated debut season in the top flight.Anthony Akumu reveals amount made in most lucrative contract of his careerHaving played out to a goalless draw against TBM Health in their earlier meeting, Migori returned for the rematch with greater attacking intent and eventually secured a convincing victory.Christopher Koloti opened the scoring for Migori after reacting quickest to Fredrick Ologi’s cut-back, tapping the ball home to give the hosts an early advantage.##NAJAVA_MECA_10003031##TBM Health, however, responded before the interval, with Maurice Ochieng finding the equaliser to ensure the two sides went into the break level.Migori resumed the second half with renewed purpose and eventua..

Gor Mahia forward Denis Omedi and Nairobi United left-back Gavin Kizito featured as Uganda Cranes secured a convincing 2-0 victory over DR Congo in an international friendly staged at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOmedi, who recently joined Gor Mahia during the off-season transfer window, was handed the captain’s armband and led the Cranes to another impressive result during the international break, while Kizito was also involved as Uganda kept a clean sheet against the Congolese.Anthony Akumu reveals amount made in most lucrative contract of his careerUganda made a blistering start and needed just seven minutes to break the deadlock through James Bogere.The AGF Aarhus forward capitalised on a mistake by the DR Congo goalkeeper inside the box before calmly finding the back of the net to give the Cranes an early advantage.##NAJAVA_MECA_10000237##The goal forced DR Congo to raise their tempo as they sought a way back into the contes..

Brazil brought their international break to a convincing conclusion, cruising to a 4-0 victory over India in a friendly at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium.The encounter was historic for both sides, as they had never previously faced each other and Brazil were making their first-ever appearance on Indian soil.The visitors needed just 28 minutes to break the deadlock. Estevao received possession on the right, escaped his marker before cutting inside and firing a powerful left-footed effort beyond the goalkeeper to put Brazil ahead.🚨🌎 | GOAL: WHAT A FANTASTIC GOLAZO BY ESTEVAO! SENSATIONAL!🇮🇳 India 0-1 Brazil 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/kdkJfETxoA— TheGoalsZone (@TheGoalsZone) October 3, 2026 The lead was doubled just before half-time. In the 42nd minute, Pedro reacted quickest after receiving Estevao’s pass, with a touch from India goalkeeper Sandhu helping the Flamengo striker bundle the ball over the line.🚨🌎 | GOAL: PEDRO DOUBLES THE LEAD FOR BRAZIL!🇮🇳 India 0-2 Brazil 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/LpIbvcptyp..

Harambee Stars midfielder Anthony ‘Teddy’ Akumu has revealed the highest amount of money he earned during his professional football career, with his spell at South African giants Kaizer Chiefs emerging as his most lucrative package.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe unattached midfielder joined the Amakhosi at the end of 2019 on a three-and-a-half-year contract, having made the switch from Zambian giants Zesco United. TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How Guinea outfoxed Harambee Stars to leave them winless in 2027 AFCON QualifiersAlthough his time in South Africa ended with a year remaining on his deal, Akumu says the move represented a major financial breakthrough in his career.“Playing in South Africa still remains my most lucrative offer because they started with a monthly salary of Ksh1.5 million,” he revealed.##NAJAVA_MECA_10003031##The salary was a significant jump from what Akumu had been earning at Zesco, where he was taking home Ksh300,000 per month.“When my contract was about ..

Ulinzi Starlets produced a spectacular comeback to secure a 6-1 whitewash over Kibera Soccer Women in an FKF Women’s Premier League (WPL) match played on Saturday, 3 October, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe match kicked off at a rather slow tempo, with huge turnovers in possession in the middle of the park arising from missed passes.Kenya Police Bullets silence Shabana as Gideon Starlets secure maiden winBoth teams settled into the game from the 20th minute, with Ulinzi utilising the right flank occupied by captain Diana Shakava and Quinter Adhiambo to attack as Kibera used Anna Arusi as an outlet.Kibera, who had momentum, would then break the deadlock in the 18th minute through Anna Arusi, who scored from a direct free kick after a foul by Shakava in defense.##NAJAVA_MECA_10002695##Ulinzi responded with a series of attacks, but Siliya Rasoha was let down by her first touch, even as Kibera resorted to a low block.The efforts of the military ..

Endrick was supposed to be the next Brazilian superstar.He had dazzled at Palmeiras, convinced Real Madrid to pay €74.5 million for a teenager and arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu with enormous expectations. Now, however, it is starting to feel like deja vu.Just like last season, Endrick is struggling to find a place in Real Madrid’s plans, and AS Roma are once again ready to offer him an escape route.##LINKED_NEWS_67977##Last season, Lyon provided the answer. The 20-year-old moved to France on loan and exploded into life, scoring eight goals and providing five assists in 21 Ligue 1 appearances. His performances restored the excitement around the Brazilian, earned him a place in the World Cup picture and convinced Los Blancos that he was ready to return.But this season? Just four minutes in La Liga, against Elche.Endrick actually came close to joining Roma during the previous transfer window, but Jose Mourinho blocked the move at the last moment. The Brazilian wanted to stay, fight for..

Zinedine Zidane’s first home game as France manager against Italy brought back the most infamous moment of his playing career.France were held by Italy in an electric clash at the Stade de France on Saturday, but the result was almost secondary to the history between the two sides.Italy proves tough on Zidane’s debut in front of the home crowdIt was against Italy, in the 2006 World Cup final, that Zidane’s playing career ended in bizarre fashion. After an exchange with Marco Materazzi, he famously headbutted the Italian defender and was sent off. France eventually lost the final on penalties.¡A 13 años del histórico cabezazo de Zidane a Materazzi en la final del Mundial de Alemania 2006! pic.twitter.com/mER1ISMvPq— TyC Sports (@TyCSports) July 9, 2019 Twenty years on, Zidane was asked about the incident after taking charge of Les Bleus, having already started his managerial reign with 1-0 victories over Turkey and Belgium.”I’m not proud of what I did. That is part of a journey. We all ..