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Javier Milei could have one of the best seats in the house for Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final.Instead, Argentina’s president will be staying at home. Not because of politics or scheduling conflicts, but because of superstition.The 55-year-old has confirmed he will once again watch Argentina from the presidential residence in Olivos, exactly as he has done throughout the tournament, convinced that changing his routine before the showdown with Spain would tempt fate.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##”No way,” Milei replied when asked whether he would travel to the United States for the final. “I’m going to keep watching all the games from Olivos.”But staying home is only part of his World Cup ritual.Milei also revealed that he has worn the same jacket throughout Argentina’s campaign after one frightening moment convinced him it had become his lucky charm.”Since it’s cold and I don’t turn on the heat, I wear an oil company-branded jacket,” he explained. “During the Switzerland game, I got too hot and..

For the first time in four years, the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Girls’ Football Championship will have a new winner.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsDefending champions Butere Girls High School, who have dominated the competition in recent years with three consecutive national titles, will not be part of the 2026 KSSSA National Term Two Games after their title defense came to an end in the Western Region final.Their absence has thrown the championship wide open and guarantees that another school will etch its name into Kenyan school football history when the tournament kicks off in Thika.Harambee Stars defender reveals how teammates ‘refused’ to take penalties in CHAN quarter-finalIt also marks the latest chapter in one of the most competitive competitions in KSSSA history, where dynasties have risen, fallen and given way to new generations of champions.While Butere Girls have been the face of girls’ football in recent seasons, no school has..

Legacy Football Academy have etched their name into East African football history after becoming the first team from the region to win the Gothia Cup Boys Under-14 title.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Kenyan academy completed a remarkable unbeaten campaign by defeating Sweden’s Lerums IS 1-0 in the final played on Saturday, 18 July in Gothenburg.David Jesse’s 10th-minute strike was enough to secure one of the biggest achievements ever by an East African youth football team.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##The victory capped off a dominant tournament for the Nairobi-based academy, which swept aside opponents from the group stage to the knockout rounds, on their way to lifting the prestigious trophy.Legacy were drawn in Group 13 alongside IFK Nykoping 1, Solangens BK, Virestad IF, and IF Centern Vit, and immediately stamped their authority on the competition.They opened their campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over IF Centern Vit on Monday, 13 July, before dismantling Solangen..

Tanzania Premier League side Pamba Jiji have completed the signing of Kenyan goalkeeper Stephen Ochieng from FKF Premier League outfit Shabana FC.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe highly-rated shot-stopper becomes the latest Kenyan player to secure a move across the border, with his arrival further strengthening the growing Kenyan presence in Tanzania’s top flight.Pamba Jiji confirmed Ochieng’s arrival through the club’s official channels, welcoming the goalkeeper with a glowing message.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##”Modern goalkeeper Stephen Ochieng is now part of the family, having joined from Shabana FC of Kenya. Welcome to Pamba Jiji FC,” the club posted.The transfer ends weeks of speculation surrounding Ochieng’s future after attracting interest from several clubs following an outstanding 2025/26 campaign with Shabana.The former Ulinzi Stars goalkeeper enjoyed the best season of his career, producing a string of commanding displays that helped establish Shabana among the le..

When Vozinha arrived at the FIFA World Cup, fewer than 50,000 people followed him on social media.By the time Cape Verde’s remarkable adventure came to an end, that number had exploded to 29 million.The charismatic goalkeeper became one of the tournament’s breakout stars thanks to a string of outstanding performances that helped introduce both himself and his country to a global audience.Moment when legendary Mexico goalkeeper Jorge Campos took Vozinha to meet Colombian legend Higueta before their World Cup legend game pic.twitter.com/tM066CtLeI— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) July 18, 2026 His World Cup journey began with a sensational display against eventual finalists Spain, earning Cape Verde a historic 0-0 draw in their first-ever meeting with La Roja on football’s biggest stage.He followed that by helping his side claim further draws against Uruguay (2-2) and Saudi Arabia (0-0), before Cape Verde were finally knocked out by another finalist, Argentina, who needed extra time to edge ..

Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over England at the Atlanta Stadium, booking their spot in another World Cup final in a match defined by contrasting tactical mentalities. While Thomas Tuchel’s England side sought to protect a precious second-half lead by retreating into a passive low block, Lionel Scaloni’s relentless tactical bravery sparked a late Argentinian comeback. Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsGoals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturned Anthony Gordon’s opener, illustrating how structural adjustments and proactive in-game management can dismantle even the most organized defensive setups. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9850730##Argentina initiated the contest in a nominal 4-4-2 system with Emiliano Martínez in goal, shielded by a center-back pairing of Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martínez. Nahuel Molina occupied the right-back role, while Nicolás Tagliafico provided natural width from left-back.In midfield, Leandro Paredes acted as the deep-lying playmaker, fl..

Harambee Stars defender Daniel Sakari has opened up on his decision to join record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia. The talented right back revealed that the club’s stature, exposure, and the pressure that comes with wearing the famous green jersey convinced him to leave Kenya Police FC for a new challenge.The 28-year-old, who signed a two-year deal with K’Ogalo as the club’s first acquisition of the current transfer window, believes the move came at the right stage of his career, as he seeks to continue growing both domestically, and on the continental stage.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSakari arrives at Gor Mahia with an impressive résumé, having lifted FKF Premier League titles with both Tusker FC and Kenya Police. His experience and versatility across the backline are expected to strengthen the reigning champions as they prepare for another demanding campaign.In an exclusive with Mozzart Sport, the Harambee Stars defender said Gor Mahia’s rich history and the ..

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has urged footballers to invest wisely and prepare for life after retirement. The midfield maestro urged players to pursue education and build careers beyond the pitch, warning that too many former players struggle financially after their playing days end.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIt is not uncommon to hear stories of retired footballers. who, despite enjoying successful playing careers and earning substantial incomes, end up living difficult lives after hanging up their boots. Wanyama believes proper financial planning, education, and surrounding oneself with the right people can help players avoid that fate.Having successfully transitioned into life after football himself, the former Harambee Stars captain is already charting a new path. He is currently working on launching the Victor Wanyama Academy, an initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of football talent while remaining actively involved in the sport tha..

Kenyan international Alphonce Omija has opened the lid on how pressure caused a change of plans in penalties during Kenya’s encounter with Madagascar at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHarambee Stars had an incredible performance in the continental tournament, which was co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.Eventually, Kenya was eliminated at the quarter-final by Madagascar in an electric match that was decided by post-match penalties, with Barea securing a 4-3 win.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851784##Having missed Kenya’s last spot kick, Omija spoke of the circumstances that led to him taking responsibility.“On that day, the people we expected to take penalties refused, and that is why three center backs took it. In fact, the whole five penalty-takers were defenders. The people we thought would take and score refused to take,” Omija told Zoza Sportscast.The former Gor Mahia Star went on to attribute the circumstances that led to Kenya’s ous..

Tennis sensation Angella Okutoyi has reached another major milestone in her professional career after winning the prestigious W50 Nottingham doubles title alongside British partner Brooke Black.The 22-year-old former Auburn University standout lifted the trophy on Friday, 17 July, capping off a remarkable week at the Lexus British Pro Series in Nottingham.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsOkutoyi celebrated the achievement on social media by sharing a photo of herself holding the championship trophy in front of the tournament backdrop.The victory represents one of the biggest professional doubles title of Okutoyi’s career.##NAJAVA_MECA_9851774##Although her campaign began with disappointment after a hard-fought opening-round singles defeat to Great Britain’s Indianna Spink, the Kenyan quickly shifted her attention to the doubles competition, where she and Black proved nearly unbeatable.Their road to the title was far from straightforward.The pair produced one of the standout ..