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Spygate 2.0: Boro catch Southampton’s spy in the bushes ahead of playoffs

Middlesbrough have reportedly filed an official complaint to the EFL, alleging a Southampton analyst spied on their training ahead of their playoff tie.According to the Daily Mail, which broke the story, the alleged Southampton analyst was seen in the bushes near Middlesbrough’s training ground, spying on the opposition’s training. The two sides are about to face off in a two-legged Championship promotion semi-final. The first match is just around the corner, on Saturday afternoon at Middlesbrough’s Riverside (2.30 pm).##NAJAVA_MECA_9733921##The details of this spy affair are not yet fully revealed, but it seems like a new Spygate drama has unfolded. The maiden one happened back in 2019, when then-Leeds United coach, charismatic Marcelo Bielsa, sent one of his assistants to watch Derby County’s training session before their Championship clash. Bielsa famously accepted responsibility and even held a detailed press conference to explain his scouting methods. However, after that moment, a..

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Six lessons learned from FKF Premier League match week 30

The FKF Premier League match week 30 concluded on Wednesday, 6 May, bringing to an end seven exciting matches that left us with several lessons to learn.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsLeague leaders Gor Mahia were the biggest beneficiaries, securing a win that put one hand on the title in a week that saw their closest and arch-rivals, AFC Leopards, receive a bye.The battle against relegation, which has also attracted equivalent attention, witnessed massive changes with four matches to play before the end of the season.French coach Julien Mette weighs in on Tusker’s mentalityAs has been the case throughout the season, Mozzart Sport extensively covered the seven matches and pieced together some of the six lessons picked.Bryne Omondi’s heroics draw Gor Mahia closer to the title Gor Mahia secured a last-minute winner against Kakamega Homeboyz courtesy of a 93rd-minute own goal by former AFC Leopards winger Peter Thiong’o.However, the Man of the Match has to be Gor Mahia goalke..

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Former Harambee Starlets captain lands new continental job

Former Harambee Starlets captain Terry Ouko is among three Kenyans who have secured key appointments following the reconstitution of Standing Committees by the African Beach Soccer Union (ABSU).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe new-look committees build on the union’s initial foundation and bring together a wider pool of experienced administrators, technical experts and stakeholders from across the continent as ABSU seeks to strengthen its structures and expand its reach.Ouko, alongside Vivian Oray, has been appointed to the Women and Youth Development Committee, which will be chaired by Peggy Freminot of Seychelles, with Melody Scullard of South Africa serving as vice chairperson.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728113##Meanwhile, Mombasa-based administrator Twaher Abdul Karim has been named to the influential Finance Committee.Ouko, a former Harambee Starlets and Kenya beach soccer international, continues to play a significant role within the sport’s leadership structures.She serves as ..

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French coach Julien Mette weighs in on Tusker’s mentality

Tusker FC booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Mozzart Bet Cup after edging out fellow FKF Premier League side Ulinzi Stars 2-1 in a tightly contested quarter-final clash at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Brewers made a bright start and took the lead through Erick Kapaito, who reacted quickest to slot home a rebound after Ulinzi goalkeeper Sylvaine Ricks had parried an initial effort from Yakeen Muteheli.Harambee Stars youngster tipped to join English Premier League sideThe early breakthrough gave Tusker control, but Ulinzi Stars responded well as the half progressed.Staphod Odhiambo restored parity for the hosts before the break, ensuring the sides went into halftime level in what was shaping up to be a balanced encounter.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728702##In the second half, both teams pushed for a decisive goal, but it was Tusker who found the breakthrough late on. Tanzania international Ibrahim Joshua proved the difference-maker, finishin..

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NSL top scorer credits ex-Harambee Stars winger and KCB forward for impressive form

Fortune Sacco striker and National Super League (NSL) leading scorer Collins Maina Mwangi, popularly known as Hajuu, has opened up on how former Harambee Stars midfielder Joshua Oyoo and KCB FC forward Francis Kahiro have played a key role in shaping his rise this season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsMwangi is enjoying a fine second stint in the second tier after joining the NSL bankers at the start of the campaign from third division side Ishiara.The goal poacher is not new to the league, having previously featured in the NSL in 2023 with SS Assad, though his first spell proved less impactful and saw him drop back to the lower division.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728090##He would later rebuild his confidence at 3K FC, where he spent two seasons, scoring over 15 goals and helping the side earn promotion to the NSL.His return to the league has been nothing short of impressive, with Mwangi currently topping the scoring charts with 19 goals and seven matches left to play.Speaking to Mozz..

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Harambee Stars youngster tipped to join English Premier League side

Kenyan youngster Stanley Wilson is being tipped for a future move to the English Premier League, with the 19-year-old continuing to impress in Sweden and earning strong praise from football analyst Bence Bocsák.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsWilson, a former Kariobangi Sharks player, is currently featuring for AIK in the Swedish Allsvenskan, where he has adapted into a deeper role, operating mainly as an inverted full-back.Despite being naturally a central midfielder, he has thrived in the position, registering one assist this season while becoming a key part of his team’s build-up play.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728484##His rise has been further highlighted by his leadership background at the international youth level, having captained both Kenya U18 and U20 national teams. He has also previously earned a call-up to the senior national team, although he is yet to make his official debut.Bocsák, who is widely known for his analysis on youth development and emerging football talents ac..

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Kenya unveils list of 2027 AFCON match venues and training grounds

Kenya has unveiled its match venues and training facilities for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as preparations continue for the tournament set to be co-hosted alongside neighbours, Tanzania and Uganda, under the Pamoja 2027 project.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAccording to Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi, the under-construction Talanta Sports City Stadium and the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, have been selected as Kenya’s main host venues for the tournament.Nyayo Stadium, which hosted CHAN last year, has been placed under the alternative ground category and will not serve as a primary AFCON venue.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728484##A wide pool of training facilities has also been confirmed. These include Ulinzi Sports Complex, Police Sacco Grounds, Moi International Sports Centre Annex 1 and Annex 2, Kenya Academy of Sports Grounds 1 and 2, Utalii College Grounds, Talanta Sports City Stadium 1 and Kirigiti Stadium.The update comes after the Confederation of Afri..

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APS Bomet handed major boost as new stadium works kick off

APS Bomet could finally return home midway through next season after the National Government officially broke ground on the construction of the new 10,000-seater Kipchamba Stadium in Bomet County on Thursday morning.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe FKF Premier League debutants have been forced to host their home matches in Kericho and Gusii this season after the club’s former home venue, IAAF Bomet Stadium, was declared unfit to stage top-flight matches following their promotion.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728484##Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi led the groundbreaking ceremony alongside Defence PS Patrick Mariru and Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok during the official site handover for the stadium project that will be undertaken by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).The Ksh950 million facility is expected to be completed within nine months, a timeline that could allow APS Bomet to host part of their second-leg fixtures next season at the new stadium if construction stays on schedu..

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Madrid in disarray: Chaos, meltdowns and the second round of Tchouameni-Valverde fight

Real Madrid fired Xabi Alonso because he lost control of the locker room. Now, under Alvaro Arbeloa, it is in unprecedented chaos!At this point, it’s hard to tell who is fighting with whom and whether there are even two Los Blancos’ players who can communicate properly with each other.Kylian Mbappe’s case is already familiar. The Frenchman had already been accused of “protecting himself” in order not to risk a serious injury ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He, however, denied these allegations.Against everyone – Mbappe’s conflict with everyone, fans launch a petition for his departureNevertheless, just recently, while his teammates were battling for three points against Espanyol, the team’s leading scorer was photographed on a yacht in Italy, enjoying a vacation with his girlfriend.That angered the fans, who launched an Mbappe Out petition, signed by over 30 million people! Still, the situation around the former Paris Saint-Germain superstar is only the tip of the iceberg…30 millio..

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Why Kenya Sevens duo believe Rugby Premier League season two will be special

Kenya Sevens stars Patrick Odongo and Kevin Wekesa believe the second season of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) will be even more exciting, as the pair prepare for another stint in India following successful debut campaigns last year.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOdongo and Wekesa have both been retained ahead of the 2026 season, which is scheduled to run from Tuesday, 16 to Sunday, 28 June at the Gachibowli Stadium in India.The duo were among the standout Kenyan performers during the inaugural edition of the franchise-based sevens competition in 2025, with Odongo turning out for the Delhi Redz while Wekesa featured for the Hyderabad Heroes.Kakamega-bound KCB all but ready to exert revenge in Kenya Cup finalSpeaking on their return, Odongo admitted he was delighted to head back to India after enjoying his first experience in the league.“I can say I am very privileged to be called back to India. I enjoyed my stay the last time I was there, and I am happy that I will be goin..

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