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Brazil secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Scotland on Wednesday, but the biggest story of the night was the long-awaited return of Neymar to international football.The veteran forward made his first appearance for the Selecao in nearly three years. Brazil’s all-time leading scorer, with 79 goals in 129 matches, had not represented his country since the World Cup qualifying clash against Uruguay on October 17, 2023.The stadium went absolutely crazy as Neymar returned. 🇧🇷🤩Definitely the best video you’ll see today. pic.twitter.com/5ffBCYRn8c— MC (@CrewsMat10) June 25, 2026 ript>That match proved to be a turning point, as Neymar suffered a serious knee injury, tearing both his ACL and meniscus. The setback marked the beginning of a frustrating period filled with fitness problems and lengthy spells on the sidelines.Despite concerns surrounding his condition, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti included the 34-year-old in his World Cup squad. A calf issue prevented Neymar from featuring in the ..

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup captivates audiences across the United States, Mexico and Canada, it has also reignited conversations about Kenya’s unique connection to football’s biggest spectacle.While Harambee Stars are still pursuing a historic first appearance at the global showpiece, Kenya’s presence at the World Cup has not been entirely absent.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814279##Over the years, a select group of footballers with Kenyan roots have featured at the tournament while representing other nations, carrying with them stories of migration, identity, resilience and global success.Their journeys span continents and cultures, illustrating how Kenyan heritage has quietly but significantly found its place on football’s grandest stage.From Belgium and Sweden to Australia and Austria, these four players have ensured that Kenya’s footprint can be found in the history of the FIFA World Cup.Gor Mahia raid AFC Leopards again as Humphrey Katasi completes switchDivock Origi: The Kenyan-Belgian who ann..

FKF Premier League (FKFPL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Enoch Morrison’s transfer from Gor Mahia to Sudanese giants Al Merrikh continues to elicit mixed reactions, especially after it emerged that the move was completed on a free transfer.The Ghanaian midfielder established himself as one of the most dependable players in the K’Ogalo squad over the past two seasons and endeared himself to the club’s faithful.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814279##Morrison was one of the players who helped the club regain the FKFPL title from Kenya Police FC and, for his efforts, was named the league’s MVP and Midfielder of the Season. His impressive form ultimately earned him a move to Sudan.With the club preparing to compete in the CAF Champions League (CAF CL), they had hoped to retain their best players but will now have to do so without Morrison, who opted to leave the club.While the majority of fans are not opposed to his transfer, it has once again put the Gor Mahia management under the spotlight, with supporters ..

Gor Mahia have once again dipped into AFC Leopards’ ranks during the transfer window, this time securing the signature of goalkeeper Humphrey Katasi.The move marks the second time in less than a year that K’Ogalo have signed a key player from their arch-rivals, following the acquisition of midfielder Lewis Bandi, who also made the controversial switch across the divide.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814303##Katasi has been in negotiations with Gor Mahia over the past few days and has now completed a move to the record Kenyan champions, bringing an end to his three-year stay at AFC Leopards.”Katasi is officially a Gor Mahia player. He has signed his contract with the club. He is a goalkeeper we rate highly and one we believe will add strong competition within the department. The coaching staff are delighted to have him on board,” a source within the Gor Mahia camp told Mozzart Sport.Gor Mahia turn to Ugandan midfielder in bid to replace Enock MorrisonThe goalkeeper enjoyed an impressive 2025/26 campaig..

Five goals, a top scorer’s award and a place in the final would ordinarily be enough to define a successful tournament for any attacking midfielder. Yet for Gor Mahia Queens star Rael Kamanda, the recently concluded Super 8 Ladies Cup in Mombasa represented something much bigger than individual accolades.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe attacking midfielder was one of the standout performers at the tournament, finishing as the leading scorer with five goals while helping ProActive Legends (PAL) reach the final. Although PAL ultimately fell to Equity Queens on penalties after a goalless draw in the championship match, Kamanda leaves the Coast with memories that extend far beyond the football pitch.##NAJAVA_MECA_9816663##For the Nairobi-based player, the tournament was as much about empowerment, networking and personal development as it was about competition.”It was an impressive effort from me,” Kamanda says when reflecting on her goal-scoring exploits. “The tournament ho..

Whether it was because of the Ghanaian spiritualist Nana Kwaku Bonsam, who had “tied” Harry Kane, because of England’s bad day in the office, or Carlos Queiroz’s exceptional defensive tactics – it doesn’t matter. The bottom line is that the Black Stars have caused one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup, holding off the mighty Three Lions to a goalless draw.And while the football public was admiring the African side, which turned their penalty area into a fortress almost impossible to breach, recognition came from the opposition as well.From a machine gun to firing blanks: Queiroz’s Black Stars tame Three LionsJude Bellingham was named Player of the Match and, as is customary, gave a brief interview in which he didn’t hold back his praise for the Ghanaians when asked how he felt about the award.”Yeah, I didn’t deserve it, to be honest. It probably should have gone to one of their lads, who defended so well.”Jude Bellingham says he didn’t deserve to be named Player of the Match ..

The draw against DR Congo put Cristiano Ronaldo under overwhelming pressure, but the victory over Uzbekistan yesterday lifted a significant weight off his shoulders.Portugal recorded their first win at the 2026 World Cup and are in a good position to advance as Group K winners, while CR7 himself netted a brace and finally delivered, joining the group of other superstars who have already put their names on the scoresheet, like Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, Lionel Messi, and others.And finally – siuu! Ronaldo marches into history with a brace against UzbekistanHowever, following the triumph over the Asian side, the reporters seemed more interested in Cristiano’s comment on the Argentine’s stellar performances and his World Cup record than in his remarks about his own game, which did not please the Portuguese superstar.The video of a journalist trying to ask a question about Messi went viral, as his lead-in to the question “Yesterday Lionel Messi scored two goals…” was abru..

Ian Simiyu’s FKF Mozzart Bet Cup final performance for Tusker FC came against the backdrop of a major fitness scare that threatened to keep him out of the club’s season-defining match.The midfielder, who emerged as one of Tusker’s key players during the second half of the campaign, fell ill on the eve of the final in Kwale and was left uncertain about his chances of featuring in the showdown.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814303##According to the player, the illness significantly affected his preparation, leaving him unable to eat properly in the days leading up to the match.”I was afraid I would not play in the final,” Simiyu said in an interview with the club’s official website.”I was really unwell and I could not even eat. At some point I prayed and wondered, how I could work so hard yet not be there for what I had prayed for for so long. But I had faith and belief and I tried to push myself. I just ate fruits and built strength and energy to be ready for the final,” Simiyu adds.Kahata in as number..

Kenya Police FC and Kenya Police Bullets FC have set ambitious targets for the 2026-2027 season. The men’s team is determined to reclaim domestic supremacy while the women’s side eyes a historic place in the CAF Women’s Champions League.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe club’s Secretary General and a Commissioner of Police Chris Mmbwanga Oguso, outlined the objectives of both teams as preparations gather pace for the new campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814303##Kenya Police Bullets head into the season on the back of another successful domestic campaign after winning the FKF Women’s Premier League title for a third consecutive season. Having established themselves as the dominant force in Kenyan women’s football, the club is now targeting regional success as the next step in its growth.Oguso said the immediate goal for the Bullets is to win the CECAFA Women’s Club Championship in Rwanda, a feat that would secure qualification to the CAF Women’s Champions League.Former Gor Mahia fo..

Harambee Stars midfielder, Duke Abuya, played a key role as Young Africans SC secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Azam FC in a rescheduled Tanzania Premier League fixture played at Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar on Wednesday 24, June.Abuya was handed a place in the starting lineup as the defending champions took another significant step towards retaining their league crown.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe match carried huge implications in the title race as it came just days after Azam bundled out Yanga from the cup competition. Despite the eventual scoreline, the contest was far from straightforward in the opening stages. Azam FC produced a disciplined defensive display and frustrated Yanga for large spells of the first half, denying the league leaders clear scoring opportunities.##NAJAVA_MECA_9814294##However, just as it seemed the teams would head into the break deadlocked, Yanga found the breakthrough deep into first-half stoppage time. Ibrahim ‘Bacca’ Abdulla Hamad ros..