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Round Two of the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League (FKFPL) delivered it’s first coaching casuality as Kenya Police became the first club to show their tactician the door. The club relieved coach Nicholas Muyoti and his assistant John Baraza of their duties following their 2-1 loss to AFC Leopards. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsTheir fate was sealed on Monday when Police lost to Ingwe at the Nyayo National Stadium, result that saw the 2024-2025 champions extend their winless start, having kicked off with a 1-1 draw against Migori Youth. Beyond the early coaching change, the round witness other interesting twists and turns as clubs continue to generate early momentum. Played over four days, the nine matches offered a glimpse into the title race, exposed weaknesses among some of the potential contenders and raised concerns for teams already struggling to keep pace.##NAJAVA_MECA_10046923##Kenya’s most popular clubs, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards and Shabana FC, were all in action, with ..

Bandari appeared poised to secure victory after establishing an early advantage through David Owino’s long-range strike, but 3K FC’s persistence from set-pieces ultimately earned them a late equaliser.The contest was shaped by contrasting approaches to progression: Bandari used their full-backs and wide attackers to advance quickly, while 3K alternated between direct distribution and attempts to exploit spaces between the lines.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsAs the game progressed, substitutions altered the midfield balance and attacking personnel, but Bandari’s increasingly defensive approach invited sustained pressure.Ultimately, 3K’s ability to generate repeated deliveries and contest second balls proved decisive.##NAJAVA_MECA_10046923##Bandari began in a 4-3-3, with Joseph Ochuka in goal, Joseph Otieno and Thomas Wainaina at full-back.Brian Odera started alongside Andrew Juma in central defence.David Ambulu and Clifford Ouma operated as central midfielders, exchanging r..

The 2026-2027 National Super League (NSL) has been cleared to kick off on Sunday, 25 October, following a virtual meeting between club officials and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein MohammedThe meeting ended a standoff that had threatened to delay the new season.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047203##Matches will run into Monday, 26 October, in line with the Round One fixtures released earlier by FKF.The league will be played under the 2019 rules, awaiting court directions while Darajani Gogo have been left out of the competition.Ahead of the opening round, FKF has promised to provide each NSL club with five balls and some financial assistance, although the amount has not been disclosed.A physical meeting between the federation and club officials has been scheduled for 4 November.The decision marks a change of position for the clubs, who had initially insisted that the league should not start before a physical consultative meeting with the federation.On 15 October, the clubs, through..

Crystal Palace could be forced to reconsider one of their most recognisable matchday traditions after animal rights group PETA called for the immediate removal of their live bald eagle mascot, Phoenix.In a letter to Palace chief executive Sharon Lacey, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals urged the Premier League club to stop featuring Phoenix in pre-match displays at Selhurst Park and commit to never using live animal mascots again.🚨 Peta urges Crystal Palace to retire live eagle mascot – Animal rights group Peta is urging Crystal Palace to immediately retire their live bald eagle mascot – The group wrote to Palace CEO Sharon Lacey asking the club to stop using the eagle at Selhurst Park – Peta also asked Palace to never use live animal mascots again – The eagle, named Phoenix, made her debut against West Ham in August 2024 – Her predecessor Kayla performed the role for 10 years before dying in 2020 – Palace have been known as the Eagles since 1973 and introduced a live eagle t..

Kenya Police FC have made yet another coaching change, parting ways with head coach Nicholas Muyoti and his assistant John Baraza just two games into the new FKF Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe decision comes after the Law Enforcers drew 1-1 with Migori Youth FC before suffering a 2-1 defeat to AFC Leopards on Tuesday, with the changes coming days before their scheduled league fixture against Mombasa United.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047467##In a statement, the club attributed the departures to the duo’s desire to further their coaching education by pursuing CAF A coaching licences.“Coach Nicholas Muyoti and John Baraza joined Kenya Police Football Club on the understanding that the Club would release them to advance their CAF coaching credentials whenever an opportunity arose. As accomplished CAF-B holders, they have activated their request to pursue CAF-A coaching classes,” read part of the statement.Ambani explains key decision that propelled AFC Leopards ..

The joy of beating an outstanding Barcelona side 4-2 has been tempered by concerns over the number of injured players. Fears emerged as early as Tuesday evening over how long the players who came out of the clash with the Catalans battered and bruised would be sidelined, and by Wednesday morning, one of them had been diagnosed with a serious injury that will keep him out for a lengthy period. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has (probably) seen his season come to an end as early as October.The Georgian international had to leave the pitch with the help of doctors and physiotherapists during the second half of the Champions League clash, and an MRI scan subsequently revealed the extent of his injury. He has damaged the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. The club confirmed that the ligament has been torn and that the winger will undergo surgery in the coming days.🚨🚨| | Kvicha Kvaratskhelia (25) has suffered cruciate ligament injury. PSG have confirmed he will be out for 8-12 months. ❤️‍🩹..

KCB Rugby and Kenya Simbas fly-half Brian Wahinya has opened up on his 2024 doping ordeal.In June 2024, Wahinya was provisionally suspended by the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) after testing positive for cannabinoids, compounds associated with cannabis.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWahinya was among 33 Kenyan sports personalities from athletics, rugby, basketball and handball caught up in a wave of sanctions that put their careers under scrutiny.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047235##In an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport, Wahinya opened up about the shock and embarrassment that followed, admitting he had never imagined finding himself in such a situation.“The moment I got the news, it was very shocking, devastating, heartbreaking and embarrassing at the same time. As an athlete, I have dedicated all my life to this sport because I love it,” he recalled.Beyond the uncertainty surrounding his career, the experience forced him to confront the consequences of his actions and fin..

Kakamega Homeboyz chairman Cleophas Shimanyula believes goalkeeper Patrick Matasi will overcome the match-fixing allegations hanging over him and has promised to welcome the goalkeeper back to the club once he is cleared.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsMatasi was provisionally suspended for 90 days by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) on March 27, 2025, following allegations of match manipulation arising from leaked videos that purportedly showed him discussing plans to influence the outcomes of domestic league matches.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047501##The footage allegedly captured conversations about conceding early goals, with references to matches involving Kenya Police FC, where Matasi previously played. The controversy prompted an integrity investigation involving FKF, FIFA and CAF.Matasi strongly denied the allegations, insisting that the individual in the videos was not him and later claiming he was being made a sacrificial lamb.Ambani explains key decision that propelled A..

Kenya Police FC have made yet another coaching change, parting ways with head coach Nicholas Muyoti and his assistant John Baraza just two games into the new FKF Premier League season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe decision comes after the Law Enforcers drew 1-1 with Migori Youth FC before suffering a 2-1 defeat to AFC Leopards on Tuesday, with the changes coming days before their scheduled league fixture against Mombasa United.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047467##In a statement, the club attributed the departures to the duo’s desire to further their coaching education by pursuing CAF A coaching licences.“Coach Nicholas Muyoti and John Baraza joined Kenya Police Football Club on the understanding that the Club would release them to advance their CAF coaching credentials whenever an opportunity arose. As accomplished CAF-B holders, they have activated their request to pursue CAF-A coaching classes,” read part of the statement.Ambani explains key decision that propelled AFC Leopards ..

The anguish of losing last year’s Kamulalani Legends Tournament (KALTO) final remains fresh in the minds of Kamulalani FC players.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Ngwata (Kibwezi)-based side lost 4-3 on post-match penalties to bitter rivals, Ngokolani FC, after a 1-1 draw in regular time during the final held in December last year.The defeat was particularly agonising for Kamulalani, who had to watch one of their fiercest rivals lift the trophy and claim bragging rights in a tournament that seeks to glue Kibwezi’s youth through football while fostering healthy rivalry.##NAJAVA_MECA_10046909##Since then, Kamulalani players have remained determined to turn their heartbreak, suffered at the hands of the Thange-based team, into triumph as the tournament enters its eighth edition this year.While coach Mutua Kilile continues to right the tactical wrongs that cost them victory last year, the team’s officials, led by Philip Mutua, have also been working behind the scenes to stre..