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Former AFC Leopards forward confirms exit ahead of Gor Mahia move

Former AFC Leopards forward Hansel Ochieng has officially brought the curtain down on his stint with APS Bomet, paving the way for his imminent move to FKF Premier League record champions Gor Mahia ahead of the 2026/27 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe experienced striker confirmed his departure through an emotional farewell message on his social media pages, thanking the club’s management, technical bench, teammates and supporters for their unwavering support during his time in Bomet.Kenyan-born teenager signs Manchester United scholarship deal”What a journey it was, pure turbulence, but eventually we smiled. We won and were able to achieve our main objective, which was to remain in the league, and thus, I leave a proud man. Many thanks to the management for the opportunity and for facilitating us throughout. To the technical team, I am more than grateful for the lessons and encouragement that helped me become a better player. To my teammates, you have been more t..

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Klopp reveals Liverpool’s incredible bid to sign Mbappe: ‘Our most expensive non-transfer’

Jurgen Klopp has shared remarkable behind-the-scenes details of Liverpool’s failed attempt to sign Kylian Mbappe, describing it as the club’s “most expensive non-transfer” after going to extraordinary lengths to convince the French superstar to move to Anfield.Speaking as a pundit for Magenta TV during the FIFA World Cup, the former Liverpool manager recalled how the Reds pursued Mbappe while he was still emerging as one of Europe’s brightest young talents at Monaco.Klopp: “Mbappe, we’re gonna get you German citizenship so you can play for us at the Euros!!”Kylian: “I love Germany! I’m 100% okay with that, I’ll become German if you wave to my mom in the stands.”Klopp: “Say less brother, where is she?” 👋pic.twitter.com/hkQzDhIbqZ— Zwë 🍟 (@ZwebackHD) July 10, 2026 According to Klopp, Liverpool even arranged an unforgettable meeting aboard a private jet in an effort to persuade the forward and his family to choose Merseyside.”It was our most expensive non-transfer,” Klopp admitted.The Ger..

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Kenyan striker Ryan Ogam seals Belgian move after nightmare Austrian spell

Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam has completed a season-long loan move to Belgian second-tier side RFC Liège from Austrian outfit Wolfsberger AC, with the deal including an option to make the transfer permanent.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe historic Belgian club confirmed the signing on Saturday after the 21-year-old Kenya international successfully completed his medical and signed his contract.”RFC Liège is pleased to announce the arrival of Ryan Ogam as its second signing of this summer transfer window.##NAJAVA_MECA_9842304##The 21-year-old Kenyan international striker joins Les Sang et Marine on loan with an option to buy from Wolfsberger AC of Austria.Ryan Ogam successfully passed his medical examination this Saturday before signing his contract and joining RFC Liège.The club welcomes Ryan and wishes him every success in the blood and navy jersey,” the club said in a statement.Kenyan-born teenager signs Manchester United scholarship dealThe move marks another sign..

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Harambee Stars defender secures move to English club

Harambee Stars defender Deon Woodman has completed a permanent move to English third-tier side Bromley FC for an undisclosed fee ahead of the 2026/27 season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsBromley confirmed the signing of the Kenyan defender in a statement published on the club’s official website, with Woodman joining from National League side Wealdstone.Kenyan-born teenager signs Manchester United scholarship dealThe 23-year-old now links up with the EFL League One outfit, where he is expected to bolster the club’s defensive unit as they gear up for the new campaign.Woodman’s move to Bromley caps a steady rise in his career. A product of Premier League side Crystal Palace’s academy, the defender progressed through the youth ranks before gaining further experience during a loan spell at fellow former top-flight club Queens Park Rangers.##NAJAVA_MECA_9844184##The Harambee Stars defender joined National League outfit Wealdstone in February 2024, where he spent two seasons est..

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Serbian giants Partizan reveal reason for going all out to sign Timothy Ouma

Partizan Belgrade are pushing to sign Harambee Stars midfielder Timothy Ouma, with sporting director Radosav Petrovic revealing the qualities that have convinced the Serbian giants to pursue the 22-year-old.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAs exclusively reported by Mozzart Sport Kenya on Friday, Ouma is edging closer to joining the 27-time Serbian champions on a season-long loan from Czech giants Slavia Prague.EXCLUSIVE: Harambee Stars midfielder set for loan move to SerbiaWhile negotiations between the two clubs are still ongoing, the player’s willingness to make the move has given the Serbian side confidence.”Ouma wants to come, which is a very good starting point,” Petrovic told Arena Sport TV ahead of the Black and Whites’ final pre-season friendly in Slovenia.The newly-appointed sporting director also disclosed that Partizan sought advice from former midfielder Tomasz Rzasa, now sporting director at Polish side Lech Poznan, where Ouma spent last season on loan.Kenyan-b..

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Peru’s Haaland craze! Hundreds of babies named after Norway star during World Cup

Erling Haaland’s goals are making headlines at the 2026 FIFA World Cup – but in Peru, the Norway striker is inspiring something even more lasting.According to Peru’s national identity registry, per AFP reports, hundreds of newborn babies have been named after the Manchester City forward as his spectacular World Cup campaign captures the imagination of football fans across the country.Haaland’s goals caused an earthquake in Norway – literally!Registry figures show that 468 Peruvians now bear the surname “Haaland”, while another 91 children have been registered with the full name “Erling Haaland”.”Different football stars serve as inspiration for Peruvians to register their children with these names,” registry spokesperson Ivan Torres told Panamericana Television.Torres revealed that registrations surged in the weeks following the start of the World Cup and accelerated even further after Norway secured a historic place in the quarter-finals.”Haaland is also Peruvian,” he joked.##NAJAVA_M..

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Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam seals Belgian move after nightmare Austrian spell

Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam has completed a season-long loan move to Belgian second-tier side RFC Liège from Austrian outfit Wolfsberger AC, with the deal including an option to make the transfer permanent.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe historic Belgian club confirmed the signing on Saturday after the 21-year-old Kenya international successfully completed his medical and signed his contract.”RFC Liège is pleased to announce the arrival of Ryan Ogam as its second signing of this summer transfer window.##NAJAVA_MECA_9842304##The 21-year-old Kenyan international striker joins Les Sang et Marine on loan with an option to buy from Wolfsberger AC of Austria.Ryan Ogam successfully passed his medical examination this Saturday before signing his contract and joining RFC Liège.The club welcomes Ryan and wishes him every success in the blood and navy jersey,” the club said in a statement.Kenyan-born teenager signs Manchester United scholarship dealThe move marks another sign..

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Messi’s army continues its controversial title defence – Swiss’ gang hopes for historic upset

Lionel Messi and Argentina will continue their pursuit of back-to-back World Cup titles when they face Switzerland in this evening’s quarter-final.Argentina will be looking to extend their unbeaten run in the World Cup knockout stages when they take on Switzerland in Kansas City, while the Swiss are aiming to end a 72-year wait for a place in the World Cup semi-finals.##NAJAVA_MECA_9842304##La Albiceleste made World Cup history in the Round of 16, becoming the first team ever to come from two or more goals down after the 78th minute and still win in normal time, defeating Egypt 3-2 in a thrilling encounter.That dramatic comeback extended Argentina’s unbeaten World Cup run to 11 matches (nine wins, two draws), their longest streak in the tournament’s history, bringing them one step closer to becoming the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to successfully defend the World Cup.’They wanted Messi to stay!’: Egypt explode after Argentina escapeTheir current run of 12 consecutive victories fu..

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Harambee Starlets release final squad for 2026 Women’s AFCON

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has named her final squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOdemba has trimmed the provisional squad that pitched camp two weeks ago as Kenya enters the final phase of preparations for the continental showpiece in Morocco.The gaffer had initially named a 29-player provisional squad that blended experienced internationals with emerging talent before the players reported to residential camp on Monday, 29 June.##NAJAVA_MECA_9842304##The squad retained the core that featured prominently in recent international assignments.This shows the technical bench’s faith in a group that successfully guided Kenya back to WAFCON for only the second time in the country’s history.The final selection maintains that balance, with captain Annedy Kundu leading the goalkeeping department alongside Lilian Awuor and Vivian Shiyonzo.Harambee Stars prospect signs with German fourth-tier clubIn defence, Odemba..

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Why Victor Wanyama opted to open his academy in Busia and Nairobi

Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has explained the decision behind establishing his academy in both Busia and Nairobi.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAccording to Wanyama, the move is intended to give talented young footballers access to elite training without forcing them to relocate while creating a shorter pathway from grassroots football to the professional game.He confirmed that the Victor Wanyama Academy will officially launch at the end of July in Nairobi, marking a major milestone in a project aimed at transforming youth football development in Kenya.Harambee Stars prospect signs with German fourth-tier clubThe academy is being spearheaded by Wanyama and his elder brother, McDonald Mariga, through the Wanyama Foundation. Established in 2018, the foundation seeks to give back to the community by identifying, nurturing, and supporting the country’s next generation of sporting talent.Explaining why the academy will operate from both Nairobi and Busia, Haram..

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