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French tactician Raphael Pilato has emerged as the leading candidate to take over as Kenya Police FC head coach following the departure of Nicholas Muyoti.The Law Enforcers are winless in their opening three matches of the FKF Premier League season, having drawn twice and lost once. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThey opened their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Migori Youth before playing Mombasa United to a barren draw. Last week, they lost 2-1 to AFC Leopards, result that seemingly sealed Muyoti’s fate. ##NAJAVA_MECA_10062781##Kenya Police are currently under interim head coach Anthony Akhulia, who is expected to revert to the assistant coach role once the new head coach takes over.Pilato, who holds a UEFA Pro Licence, previously coached Gabonese outfit FC 105 Libreville and has experience working in European football, including a stint at Belgian side KVW Zaventem.The Frenchman is known for his preference for a flat 3-5-2 formation, which utilises three central defend..

Tusker FC winger December Kisaka and several other players plying their trade in Kenya’s second and third tiers are among the success stories of Voi-based Gunners Youth FC.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsBorn in Mikindani and largely raised in Dagoretti, Kisaka has established himself as one of the most skilful wingers in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL).##NAJAVA_MECA_10062782##Before joining Tusker, Kisaka turned out for KCB FC and FC Talanta, showcasing the talent that has made him a formidable opponent for defenders. Blessed with a deft left foot, he combines technical ability with creativity, posing a constant threat in the final third through his dribbling, goalscoring prowess and set-piece delivery.Long before he rose to prominence, coaches at Gunners Youth FC had identified and nurtured his potential, helping shape him into the accomplished player he is today. His rise to the top is a source of pride for the Voi-based outfit and a testament to its..

FKF Premier League debutants 3K FC have recorded a club-record gate collection of Ksh1,283,380 following their 2-1 victory over Murang’a Seal in the Murima Derby on Sunday, 25 October at Embu Stadium. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Embu-based side confirmed the record ticketing revenue through a statement on their official platforms, thanking supporters for turning out to back the team.Gor Mahia chairman provides update on suspended Harambee Stars duo“We would love to inform our fans that we were able to collect Ksh1,283,380 in the Murima Derby against MSEALs,” the club announced.The collection represents an increase of Ksh796,380 from the Ksh487,000 raised during their maiden top-flight home fixture against Mara Sugar FC, highlighting growing support for the newly promoted side.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062783##On the pitch, 3K FC celebrated their first-ever top-flight victory with an impressive performance against their neighbours at home.The Nicodemus Omasete-coached side too..

Luanda Villa head coach Leonard Saleh is confident his side can mount a strong challenge for promotion to the FKF Premier League in the 2026/27 National Super League (NSL) seasonDownload our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSaleh revealed that the club has recruited 15 players to strengthen the squad, combining experience with youthful talent as they target a place in the top flight.The coach believes the extended pre-season has given his team valuable preparation time, although uncertainty over the league’s start remains a concern.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062783##“To compete for the NSL title next season, I had to look for experienced players while incorporating young, energetic talent,” Saleh stated.He admitted that the prolonged pre-season had been physically and mentally demanding, with the league’s start suspended indefinitely following a court order obtained by Darajani Gogo FC.“The eight to 10 weeks of pre-season have been very tiring, but we are working around the clock to ensure we tackl..

Golfers from Uganda and Kenya went head-to-head at the Uganda–Kenya Coast Open on the PGA Baobab Course, Vipingo Ridge, in a Team Kenya versus Team Uganda contest hosted by the Consulate General of the Republic of Uganda in Mombasa.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsTeam Kenya took the honours, with Dr Wilson Miano winning overall winner and Rose Musau winning in the ladies’ category and Kagwe Kibugu winning best man.The overall gross winner was Angelo Wasike from Uganda, with Maureen Obunga finishing second runner-up, and Zawadi Safari sealing the podium.Golden State level WNBA final series with victory over Madina Okot’s DreamThe tournament is part of the build-up to the 5th Uganda–Kenya Coast Tourism and Innovation Summit from Monday, 26 to Tuesday, 27 October, in Mombasa, and carries a clear message: sport is a growing tourism product and a key driver of travel between the two countries.The field included members of the Ugandan tourism trade delegation currently on a famil..

The 2026/27 FKF Premier League season has begun gathering pace following the conclusion of match week three over the weekend, which had key takeaways.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya’s most supported teams, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards and Shabana were all in action, with the latter two facing each other in an epic encounter that highlighted the weekend action.The match week saw Gor Mahia emerge as the biggest winners, with league newbies 3K FC also securing the Mlima Derby bragging rights.Gor Mahia chairman provides update on suspended Harambee Stars duoWith plenty of action from match week three, Mozzart Sport provided in-depth coverage of all eight games and, in this article, put a spotlight on some of the six key lessons deduced from them.Alpha’s brilliance key to Gor Mahia’s success That Gor Mahia’s Alpha Chris Onyango is talented and one of the best midfielders in the country has never been in doubt.While he has established himself as one of the most sought-after midf..

Athletics Kenya (AK) has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on doping following the provisional suspension of reigning world marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir over an adverse analytical finding for erythropoietin (EPO).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a statement issued on Monday, 26 October, Athletics Kenya acknowledged the decision by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) to provisionally suspend the decorated marathoner, while reaffirming its commitment to promoting clean sport and ensuring a level playing field for all competitors.Big shame as world marathon champion joins growing list of suspended athletes“While it is unfortunate to receive such news regarding a high-profile athlete, Athletics Kenya remains firm in its stance on promoting clean sport and ensuring a level playing field for all competitors,” the federation stated.The federation clarified that the testing procedures and subsequent provisional suspension were conducted directly by the AIU, which serves ..

Negotiations between Inter chiefs and Federico Dimarco over a contract extension remain uncertain. Although there is cautious optimism within the club that a deal will eventually be reached, the Italian international’s desire for a significant pay rise has met with resistance from the board. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Dimarco and his new representatives are targeting a deal worth as much as €7,500,000 per season, which would make him one of the highest-paid players in the squad, second only to the untouchable Lautaro Martinez. However, the Italian giants have entirely different plans and are in no hurry to meet his demands.Inter face a contract dilemma with Federico Dimarco. He reportedly wants €7.5m annually, but the club prefers a lower fixed salary with performance bonuses. Inter can extend his deal until 2028, giving them time to negotiate without compromising their wage structure. https://t.co/JL3d83GJKn— Football Beyond The Game (@fbtg_official) October 25, 2026 As a f..

Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier has broken his silence on the suspension and prolonged absence of Harambee Stars duo Byrne Omondi and Mike Kibwage.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOmondi and Kibwage have missed the opening three league matches due to suspension by the club following an alleged poor performance in their CAF Champions League (CAFCL) second-leg match against Egyptian moneybags Pyramids FC on Sunday, 13 September.Millions Tusker will earn from CAF despite Confederation Cup exitHead coach Charles Akonnor, in a recent interview with reporters, revealed that the suspension was imposed by the club’s administration and not the technical bench.Speaking to the press after Gor Mahia’s 1-0 win over Bandari FC, Rachier provided an update on the prolonged absence of the duo.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062779##“What we had with the two players was a provisional suspension as we look into the happenings of that match.We are currently done with Byrne Omondi, who has been cleared but i..

Kenya U15 avoided a late scare to beat Chad 3-2 and finish top of Group Z at the FIFA U15 Boys World Cup, thereby securing qualification for the elite Tier A.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Juniors got off to a flying start when in-form captain Innocent Media found the back of the net just nine seconds into the match to hand Kenya an early lead.Duncan Muyah doubled the advantage in the 15th minute before Chad pulled one back to keep the contest alive.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062748##Silas Juma restored Kenya’s two-goal cushion in the 27th minute, but Chad struck again with 10 minutes remaining to set up a tense finish.Kenya held on to secure the victory, complete the group stage unbeaten, and book a place among the 32 group winners advancing to Tier A, where they will compete for the inaugural tournament title.The qualification also gives the young Kenyans an opportunity to face teams from across the world as the competition enters its placement stages.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How 3K ..