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Defending champions, Uganda, booked their place in the final of the 2026 CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship after producing a commanding display to defeat Kenya’s Junior Starlets 3-0 in the first semi-final played on Sunday at KMC Stadium. First-half strikes from Shadia Nabirye and Immaculate Acen proved decisive as the Teen Cranes continued their impressive unbeaten run in the tournament, securing a return to the championship final and keeping alive their hopes of successfully defending the regional crown.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWith a place in the final at stake, both sides entered the contest carrying unbeaten records and full of confidence. Kenya had reached the semi-finals after registering back-to-back victories over Sudan and Somalia before drawing with hosts Tanzania to finish second in Group A. Uganda, meanwhile, arrived as the tournament’s form side, having won all their group-stage matches against South Sudan, Zanzibar and Djibouti while scoring freely and ..

Unprecedented. Nothing like this has happened in the almost century-long history of the FIFA World Cup – Sweden dismantled Tunisia 5-1 in the opening game of the ongoing global tournament before being battered by the Netherlands 5-1 last night.This way, Graham Potter’s team became the first, and to this day the only, national side to experience something like this: celebrating a win with three or more goals and then suffering the same humiliation, or vice versa.Netherlands as we know them — a five-act demolition of SwedenThe Scandinavians have made history for all the wrong reasons this time due to another historical stat. Their loss to the Dutch side is the heaviest loss they’ve suffered ever since the mythical 1958 World Cup final against Brazil, when young Pele ran riot to push the Selecao to a 5-2 triumph.The only case that comes close to this of Potter’s Sweden must be Bulgaria from 32 years ago. Hristo Stoichkov and his teammates were swept aside by Nigeria in the opener, 3-0, bu..

Gor Mahia have suffered a major blow to their CAF Champions League (CAF CL) preparations and FKF Premier League title defence after the league’s Most Valuable Player (MVP), Enock Morrison, completed a transfer from the club to Sudanese side Al Merrikh SC.The Ghanaian joins the Sudanese giants on a three-year deal, bringing an end to his stay at Gor Mahia, as announced on Sunday, 21 June, through social media by his new club.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807430##“Ghana’s Black Stars, Enock Morrison, is a new addition to Al-Merrikh’s squad until 2029, arriving from Kenyan club Gor Mahia.Welcome, Morrison, to the most decorated club in Sudan. Leave your mark, as all champions have passed through here,” reads the post by Al Merrikh.Morrison had been at the center of transfer rumours in recent weeks following the final days of his contract with Gor Mahia, a matter that has now been settled.Kenya, Uganda renew rivalry in high-stakes CECAFA U-17 semi-finalThe 26-year-old joined K’Ogalo in July 2024 from Gha..

National Super League side MOFA FC are leading the race to sign former Kenya U20 international Brian Wesa Wepo as the club intensifies its squad restructuring ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.Wepo, a highly-rated right-back who previously represented Kenya at the youth level, is currently unattached after spending time with Darajani Gogo FC, where he featured during the first half of last season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807430##The defender has attracted interest from several clubs following his availability, with NSL rivals Equity FC and FKF Premier League outfit Murang’a Seal also understood to be keen on securing his services. Wepo has previously played for clubs including KCB, Nzoia Sugar and Sofapaka, while also earning recognition during his stint with Darajani Gogo.However, sources close to MOFA indicate that the Nyanza club have emerged as a frontrunner in the pursuit of the experienced full-back as they seek to mount another promotion challenge next season.A source close to the club reveal..

Tusker FC chairman Charles Gacheru has revealed that the club will continue casting its net into Kenya’s lower divisions in search of talent.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHe insists the recruitment strategy that brought Ryan Ogam, Ian Simiyu, Thomas Omole and Chrispinus Erambo to Ruaraka remains central to the club’s long-term vision.At a time when many FKF Premier League clubs are increasingly turning to the National Super League (NSL) and lower leagues for ready-made talent, the Brewers have distinguished themselves not just by signing players from those levels, but by providing them with a clear pathway to growth and success at the highest level.##NAJAVA_MECA_9801961##Over the past two seasons, the Mozzart Bet Cup champions have become a model for player development, with several recruits from the lower tiers blossoming into key figures for both club and country.Perhaps no story captures that transformation better than that of Ogam.Signed from the now-defunct Rainbow b..

This year’s Super 8 Ladies Cup delivered a vibrant opening day of action at Shanzu TTC, with four teams booking their places in the semi-finals after a series of tightly contested matches that set the tone for an exciting conclusion to the two-day tournament.The competition, which has brought together women’s teams from across the Coast region, is being staged under the theme of women’s empowerment and networking through sports during the current league break, offering players a platform to stay active, competitive, and visible in between structured competitions.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807394##On the pitch, Pool A produced balanced contests as Equity Queens and Changamwe Ladies emerged as the qualifying sides. The two teams began their campaigns by sharing a 1-1 draw in an evenly matched encounter before Equity Queens produced the standout performance of the group, sweeping aside Veterans 4-0 with a dominant display. Changamwe Ladies also secured their semi-final place with a narrow but crucial..

Kenya’s U-17 women’s national team, the Junior Starlets, will be in action on Sunday, June 21, when they take on defending champions Uganda in the first semi-final of the ongoing CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship at KMC Stadium.The highly anticipated encounter presents Kenya with an opportunity to extend their impressive unbeaten run in the tournament while also seeking revenge for a defeat suffered against the Teen Cranes during the inaugural edition of the competition.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807430##Under the guidance of head coach Mildred Cheche, the Junior Starlets have enjoyed a remarkable campaign, remaining unbeaten throughout the group stage.Kenya began their tournament with convincing victories over Somalia and Sudan before settling for a 1-1 draw against hosts Tanzania’s Serengeti Girls.The semi-final clash will mark only the second meeting between Kenya and Uganda in the history of the CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship.Ferdinand Omanyala to lead Team Kenya to the Commonwealth GamesThei..

A historic World Cup David vs. Goliath story unfolded as tournament debutants Curaçao produced a breathtaking defensive masterclass to hold heavyweights Ecuador to an unforgettable 0-0 draw. Desperate to revive their Group E campaigns, both sides threw caution to the wind in a frantic thriller. Instead of a goal-fest, the night belonged to the goalkeepers. Curaçao’s Eloy Room conjured a mind-boggling 15 saves—one shy of the tournament record—while Ecuador’s Hernán Galíndez answered with a jaw-dropping triple-save, leaving both nations with their World Cup dreams hanging by a thread.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWith both nations desperately hunting for their first points of the tournament, the opening 45 minutes delivered a physical tactical chess match that ended 0–0 at the break.##NAJAVA_MECA_9807395##Ecuador dominated early possession, creating the half’s finest opportunity in the 3rd minute. a Moises Caicedo long ball in behind found Enner Valencia , who took it in his..

BETTING GUIDE: Spain vs Saudi ArabiaSpain return to Group H action under pressure to secure their first win of the 2026 World Cup after a disappointing 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their opening fixture. Despite dominating possession and registering over 20 attempts, La Roja lacked cutting edge in the final third and were forced to settle for a frustrating point. Luis de la Fuente’s side now find themselves in a must-improve situation as they aim to avoid a complicated final group match against Uruguay.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsSaudi Arabia, meanwhile, come into this fixture buoyed by a solid 1-1 draw against Uruguay in their opening game. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9807394##The Green Falcons showed impressive discipline and organisation, even taking the lead before conceding late. With all four teams in Group H currently level on points, this match could play a decisive role in shaping the race for qualification to the knockout stages.Kick-off: 7:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Sunday, 21 Jun..

The Netherlands national team, as always, are once again placed among the favourites to potentially win the World Cup. If anyone had forgotten that after the match against Japan, Ronald Koeman’s side reminded them of it. Five goals against Sweden will certainly boost their confidence and push the Netherlands toward the knockout stage of the tournament.Netherlands made the perfect start, opening the scoring in just the fifth minute. A superb team move began with Reijnders, who found Cody Gakpo on the left flank. Gakpo then picked out the run of Brian Brobbey inside the box, and the Sunderland striker made no mistake from close range, smashing the ball into the net to give the Dutch an early advantage.Sweden almost responded immediately. Straight from the restart, Gyokeres received the ball on the right and unleashed a powerful effort from a tight angle, but Bart Verbruggen reacted brilliantly and kept the shot out with his leg.The Dutch doubled their lead in the 17th minute with another..