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After a trade of blames between former FKF CEO Harold Ndege and president Hussein Mohammed-led National Executive Council (NEC), the truth about Kenya’s poor preparations and performance in the U15 School Games in Uganda has now been established.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsMozzart Sport has now exclusively dug in and discovered findings through correspondence between Ndege and NEC nominated member Abdalla Yusuf.The games which took place between 6-9 December 2025 at St. Mary’s Kitende saw Kenya endure a poor performance with the boys’ team losing 7-0 to Uganda, defeat to Burundi before winning against Djibouti on their way out.The girls on the other hand drew their first match against Rwanda, lost to Burundi before completing their journey with a draw against hosts Uganda.CAF President weighs in on decision to strip Senegal of AFCON titleFrom the onset, the team had poor preparations leading to the event including rushed squad selection, minimal training and worse off, tee..

Last night at Anfield, we saw some gruesome scenes – and no, we’re not talking about Galatasaray’s devastating 4-0 defeat to Liverpool, which could have been even worse.We’re talking about a couple of severe injuries that could hurt the Turkish side even more than the elimination from the Champions League.Anfield cauldron annihilate Osimhen’s pale sideNamely, Galatasaray winger Noa Lang, who joined the club as a massive reinforcement on loan from Napoli, almost lost his thumb 34 minutes after coming off the bench during the half-time break.Following one, at the first glance harmless situation, the Dutchman collided with an ad board and sustained a deep and severe laceration, nearly cutting off half of his thumb!🚨🚨| Noa Lang suffered a serious finger injury after colliding with an advertising board, leaving it detached. He is set to undergo surgery.Wishing him a speedy recovery. He was stretchered off during the game vs Liverpool FC and received oxygen. 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/ng88CouxZz— G..

AFC Leopards head coach Fred Ambani has spoken in glowing terms about his midfielder Tyson Otieno, following his latest string of performances that have left the club in with a chance of claiming its first FKF Premier League title in 28 years.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsAmbani, speaking after Ingwe’s 1-0 victory over Nairobi United on Wednesday, 18 March, termed the 28-year-old as a “game-changer”, who was now proving his doubters wrong with an incredible first season at the den.AFC Leopards edge past Nairobi United to reduce gap to leaders Gor MahiaRecalling the moment Leopards settled for Otieno’s signature in September last year, Ambani said there were a few individuals who did not understand his signing, but do now.“When I first said the inclusion of Tyson in this team was very important, some people did not understand me,” Ambani said. “But they are now seeing his importance.”So timely were Ambani’s words, as they came on a day when Otieno added another goal contribut..

Manchester United are reportedly ramping up their pursuit of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with the Seagulls already lining up a potential successor and a reduced fee now in play. The Red Devils first approached Baleba last summer, and the Cameroon international was open to the switch, but Brighton’s £100m valuation proved too steep at the time.Things have shifted slightly this season, with Baleba not quite hitting the same heights, partly due to ongoing transfer speculation affecting his early form. Even so, he remains one of the Premier League’s most highly rated young midfielders and a key name on United’s shortlist.🚨Manchester United have held talks with Carlos Baleba’s representatives as early as last month, with the club still rating him highly despite recent form. [ @SullyTalkz ]Baleba X Tonali in the summer might be good business. pic.twitter.com/vp1nIYfFN3— Utd Chief (@utdchief1) March 18, 2026 United’s plans have also been influenced by Manchester City’s strong push to s..

While his teammates peacefully prepare for the return leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 clash against Bologna (23.00), Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui will do the same, though not as calm as the rest of Gian Piero Gasperini’s crew.The reason behind that is simple – the Moroccan went through a true nightmare a couple of days ago.Namely, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the 24-year-old’s home in the Castel Fusano area was a target of six masked robbers armed with guns and knives!🚨 NEIL EL AYNAOUI WAS HELD HOSTAGE LAST NIGHT BY A GANG OF 6 PEOPLE! 😱Around 3 a.m., 6 armed and masked men entered his home after forcing open the living room window bars.Neil El Aynaoui, his mother, his partner, his brother, and his brother’s partner were locked in a room… pic.twitter.com/LrQXpo96q8— Dribble (@dribble_sports) March 17, 2026 The gang entered El Aynaoui’s house in the middle of the night through the living room before taking the player, his wife, mother, brother, and brother’s girlfr..

Leicester City legend Kasper Schmeichel has spoken candidly about a serious shoulder injury that may ultimately bring his playing career to a close. The 39-year-old Celtic goalkeeper is now facing a lengthy spell out after receiving a diagnosis he described as a heavy blow.The Danish international has been dealing with the problem for some time, but it worsened significantly during a recent Europa League match against Stuttgart. After sitting out Celtic’s last five games, a specialist visit earlier this week confirmed the severity of the situation, leaving the experienced shot-stopper stunned.Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his “last football game” with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to “fight” to regain fitness.Schmeichel, 39, last played on 22 February and will have the first of two operations later this month.#BBCFootball pic.twitter.com/bAQWdDKkJN— BBC Sport Scotland (@BBCSportScot) March 18, 2026 The injury affects nearly every key part of his..

Tusker FC secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Kakamega Homeboyz in an FKF Premier League match largely defined by defensive organisation, pressing intelligence, and efficient exploitation of opposition mistakes.The contest showcased Tusker’s tactical discipline both with and without the ball, while Homeboyz struggled to convert moments of territorial pressure into clear chances.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe match was particularly notable for the Brewers’ structured defensive block and the decisive finishing of striker Ibrahim Joshua, whose opportunistic pressing and attacking awareness shaped the game’s key moments.While Kakamega Homeboyz attempted to impose themselves through aggressive pressing and direct play, Tusker’s compact shape and transitional efficiency ultimately proved decisive.##NAJAVA_MECA_9604920##Tusker began the match in a nominal 4-4-2 structure. Pavelh Ndzila made his debut in goal behind a defensive line consisting of Collins Odhiambo at right-back,..

Bournemouth welcome Manchester United to the Vitality Stadium on Friday night for a crucial English Premier League Matchday 31 encounter as both sides chase important end-of-season objectives.The Cherries are pushing for a surprise European spot, while the Red Devils are firmly focused on securing Champions League qualification, setting up a high-stakes clash on the south coast.Follow our WhatsApp Channel for more NewsBournemouth’s campaign has been a story of resilience and recovery.Currently sitting 10th with 41 points, Andoni Iraola’s men are unbeaten in their last 10 league matches, though consistency has been undermined by an inability to convert draws into wins.##NAJAVA_MECA_9604929##Across their last five outings, they have drawn four and won once, scoring just two goals and conceding two, highlighting a clear drop in attacking output.Three of their last four matches have ended goalless, underlining their recent struggles in front of goal despite maintaining defensive solidity w..

Nairobi United head coach Godfrey ‘Solo’ Oduor is a worried man following the growing injury list in his squad after their 1-0 defeat to AFC Leopards on Wednesday evening. Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsIngwe secured victory at Nyayo National Stadium courtesy of an early strike from Samuel Ssenyonjo, but large spells of the contest saw Nairobi United dominate possession and create chances without reward.The former Harambee Starlets coach revealed that his decision to deploy a midfield-heavy setup was deliberate, aimed at neutralising Leopards before adding attacking thrust later in the match.##NAJAVA_MECA_9604911##“It was a game plan that we had. We watched our opponents so we knew we needed to contain them in the first half, and then in the second half, we would add some punch. Unfortunately, we were not clinical in front of the goal.”Oduor opted for a fluid system featuring five midfielders, prioritising control and central dominance. While the approach allowed Nairobi Unit..

Looking back at Jadon Sancho’s career, it’s hard not to feel sadness, as the Englishman could have achieved much more than he did. Yes, he is still young, only 25, but the following season could be his last chance to get back on track, as odd as it may sound.And if the information from England is true, that chance will be the one that hasn’t failed him yet.Namely, according to The Times, Borussia Dortmund are keen on bringing Sancho in for the third time and helping him revive his career, as they did on the previous two occasions.🚨 Borussia Dortmund believe they can persuade Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho to sign for a third spell at the Bundesliga club.He’ll be available on a free transfer so the financial risk will come in the wage that Sancho asks for.(Source: TimesSport) pic.twitter.com/TZFcMJN8ei— Football Fans Remarks (@footballfansrem) March 19, 2026 The forward first joined the BVB in 2017 as a 17-year-old, written off by Manchester City. The BVB paid him over €20 million and..