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Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudanese outfit Al Ahli Madani after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) conducted the preliminary round draw on Wednesday, 6 August.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Mozzart Bet Cup champions secured Kenya’s ticket to the continental competition after edging 2025 league champions Kenya Police FC in the domestic cup final in June and will now be eyeing a strong return to continental football.Gor Mahia land nightmare draw in CAF Champions League against 2025 championsThe Brewers will host the first leg of the tie between Friday, 4 and Sunday, 6 September, before travelling for the return leg a week later, with the aggregate winner advancing to the second preliminary round.Should Tusker overcome Al Ahli Madani, they will face either South Sudan’s Al Ghazala SC Wau or Tanzania’s Singida Black Stars in the second preliminary round, where a place in the lucrative group stage will be at stake.##NA..

Cardinal Otunga High School Mosocho’s return to the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Rugby Sevens national stage after ten years has been built on more than well executed set pieces and hours of training on the pitch.Behind the Nyanza champions’ run to the national final is a deliberate focus on mental fitness, with former Kenya Simbas and Kenya Shujaa flanker Martin Owila Omondi working behind the scenes to prepare the players for the pressure that comes with competing against the country’s best schools.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878609##The four time Elgon Cup winner forms part of the Kisii based school’s technical bench as a mental fitness and wellness consultant, a role that complements the work of the coaching staff by helping players develop confidence, resilience and composure before stepping onto the field.That approach has helped Cardinal Otunga enjoy one of their finest campaigns in recent history, reaching the national final for the first time in a decade, before settl..

FKF President Hussein Mohammed has weighed in on the coaching situation of the Women’s national team, Harambee Starlets, amidst growing pressure on head coach Beldine Odemba.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOdemba is currently under immense pressure from fans,here a section is calling for her dismissal following disappointing performances by the national team at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).##NAJAVA_MECA_9878591##Kenya was eliminated at the group stage after failing to win a single match in Group A; losing 4-0 to hosts Morocco in the opening match, 1-0 to Senegal, and completing their participation with a 2-0 defeat to Algeria.More concerning for fans was the fact that the team could not score even a single goal, adding to earlier scrutiny and questions over selection.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Gor Mahia’s blueprint that saw them reach CECAFA Kagame Cup finalSpeaking to the press from Morocco after Kenya’s elimination, Mohammed broke his silence after he w..

Ugandan football is in mourning after international defender David Owori died from injuries sustained during a violent robbery near his home in Kampala.Police said the 27-year-old was attacked on Tuesday night after reportedly resisting an attempt to steal his mobile phone and other belongings. He was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday.CLUB STATEMENTIt is with profound sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of our captain, David Owori, who had been receiving treatment at Case Clinic following an attack by suspected thugs.Our deepest condolences and prayers are with his family.Rest in peace, Captain.… pic.twitter.com/8YjXoPDQf9— SC Villa (@SCVillaJogoo) August 5, 2026 According to witnesses, a group of assailants assaulted Owori with paving stones before stealing his possessions and fleeing the scene, leaving the SC Villa captain unconscious.Police have launched an investigation and say efforts are underway to identify and arrest those responsible.Owori ..

New AFC Leopards defender Robinson Musungu has credited coach Edward Manoah for playing the defining role in his development, saying the experienced tactician laid the foundation for his rapid rise to FKF Premier League.The 21-year-old centre-back, who recently joined the 12-time league champions on a two-year deal from Mara Sugar, said every major milestone in his career has been influenced by Manoah, who identified his talent early, and guided him through each stage of his journey.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSpeaking in his first interview with AFC Leopards, Musungu described Manoah as the coach who believed in him before anyone else.”I can confidently say coach Edward Manoah has played a huge role in my growth. I credit him for the journey I’ve had because he has held my hand throughout my career,” said Musungu.AFC Leopards complete signing of Gambian League MVP ending long transfer sagaThe defender revealed that his journey towards top-flight football began after Ma..

Gor Mahia secured a dramatic 8-7 penalty shootout victory over Sudanese heavyweights Al Hilal following a tense 1-1 draw in regulation time during their CECAFA Kagame Cup semi-final clash. Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsGor Mahia set up in a flexible 4-3-3 shape under possession conditions. Bryne Omondi started between the posts, shielded by central defenders Mike Kibwage and Frank Odhiambo. Daniel Sakari operated at right-back while Mohammed Siraj took the left-back slot.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878591##In midfield, Ebenezer Ocran and Lawrence Juma functioned as a deep-lying double pivot, granting freedom to Enock Machaka as the advanced central playmaker.Up front, Shariff Musa provided pace on the left wing, David Okoth offered width on the right, and Paul Okoth spearheaded the attack as the focal center-forward.AFC Leopards complete signing of Gambian League MVP ending long transfer sagaAl Hilal lined up in a fluid 4-2-3-1 structure. Farid Ouedraogo guarded the goal, supported by ..

Takaba Mixed Secondary School have rewritten the football story of Kenya’s North Eastern region after becoming the first school from the region to qualify for the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games.The Mandera based side secured the historic achievement on Tuesday after beating Eastern Region champions Tumaini Secondary School 4-2 in their final Group B match at the ongoing Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Games.Their qualification marks a dramatic turnaround for a region that has struggled for years on the national stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878407##Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Takaba’s leading scorer Harun Adan said the team’s success was built on a desire to erase the painful memories left by previous representatives from the region.For the past six years, schools from North Eastern have exited the national games without collecting a single point or scoring a goal, with some suffering defeats by margins of seven goals or..

Mason Greenwood enjoyed a dream first start for Fenerbahce, scoring his maiden goal for the Turkish giants as they defeated Sturm Graz 2-0 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round tie on Wednesday night.Making his first appearance in the starting XI since joining the club, the 25-year-old forward capped an impressive display with a superb strike just before half-time.🚨🇪🇺 | GOAL: WHAT AN INSANE GOAL BY MASON GREENWOOD! UNBELIEVABLE! WOW!Fenerbahçe 2-0 Sturm Graz. pic.twitter.com/rUa3Lao75l— Bright Talk Sport (@BrightTalkSport) August 5, 2026 After receiving a short corner from Marco Asensio on the edge of the penalty area, Greenwood unleashed a powerful drive into the near corner to give Fenerbahce the breakthrough and open his account for the club.The Englishman remained on the pitch until the 69th minute, when he was replaced by former Manchester United teammate Fred.As Greenwood walked off, he received a standing ovation from the Fenerbahce supporters, w..

The Premier League has ever seen such a transfer window. After everything that has happened over the past few months, predicting the final table for the upcoming season has become almost impossible, especially considering that nearly half the league will begin the campaign under new managers. An unprecedented wave of managerial changes has swept through the Premier League since May. From Manchester City to Liverpool and Chelsea, many clubs opted for a change in the dugout following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season. And Newcastle have now joined that list, appointing Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach. He becomes the ninth new manager hired by a Premier League club compared to last season.Newcastle’s lined up replacement for Eddie Howe, Matthias Jaissle from Al Ahli, looks absolutely crazy and I’m here for it…👏😅 pic.twitter.com/xqOxteiz7L— george (@StokeyyG2) July 30, 2026 Eddie Howe’s decision to leave Newcastle after five years came as a major surprise. At the end of last se..

Real Madrid are on the brink of completing the most expensive signing in the club’s history, with a deal for RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande expected to exceed €140 million including bonuses.According to German transfer insider Florian Plettenberg, Real Madrid and Leipzig are finalising the last details of an agreement that would eclipse every transfer in the Spanish giants’ history. First Ivorian in Real Madrid’s history! Yan Diomande arrives in SpainSpanish daily Marca adds that negotiations accelerated significantly on Wednesday, with the two clubs overcoming the major obstacles that had previously stalled the deal.The only remaining step is Diomande’s final approval, although that is not expected to present any problems.The Ivory Coast international has reportedly made it clear from the outset that Real Madrid is his only preferred destination. Although he travelled with Leipzig for their pre-season camp in Austria, he has been training individually while awaiting permission to travel..