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Vihiga Queens head coach Boniface Nyamunyamu has attributed the team’s dismal start to the season to a sluggish attack, individual errors and the inexperience of his young squad.The FKF Women Premier League (WPL) giants have endured a difficult opening to the campaign, losing all their first four matches.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsTheir latest setback came on Sunday, 18 October, when they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Kibera Soccer Women at Police Sacco Stadium. Vihiga Queens held firm in the first half but conceded twice after the break to extend their losing streak.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047420##Speaking after the team’s worst start since gaining promotion to the top flight, Nyamunyamu admitted that shortcomings in attack and individual mistakes had contributed to their struggles.“We are improving, but our attack line is still sluggish. Coupled with individual mistakes, that is why we are where we are,” said Nyamungamu.Despite the disappointing results, the experienced tactician..

Last year, it was Qarabag doing the job; now Sabah are flying the flag for Azerbaijani football. And they are doing so without giving any Azerbaijani a reason to hang their head in shame. Although there are not many Azerbaijanis in Sabah’s squad, at least not in the starting XI. The legion of foreign players from the Masazir-based club welcomed Borussia Dortmund, put them through their paces and even frightened them in the third round of the Champions League. Sabah took the game to the German giants, played bravely and refused to accept defeat, but eventually succumbed — 1–2.Serhou Guirassy vs Sabah: 2 goals (most) 4 shots on target (most) 8 shots (most) 8 touches in opp. box (t-most) Only Mbappé and Kane have more goals than him over the last 3 UCL seasons. https://t.co/rMbQWPYQ9X— StatMuse FC (@statmusefc) October 20, 2026 The Black and Yellows were playing with fire but escaped unscathed. It would have been a problem had they lost another match in which they were favourites, followi..

3K FC head coach Nicodemus Omasete has credited the team’s effectiveness from set pieces after the league newcomers snatched a stoppage-time equaliser in their 1-1 draw against Bandari FC in the FKF Premier League on Monday, 19 October.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Mozzart Bet-backed side had fallen behind to David ‘Messi’ Owino’s early opener but rescued a point through Cameroonian forward Sally Ali, who rose highest to head home Victor Matete’s corner delivery past goalkeeper Joseph Okoth in stoppage time.Top CAF official responds to reports of Kenya losing AFCON 2027 hosting rightsThe goal marked 3K’s third from a set piece this season, following their two strikes in a 2-2 draw against Mara Sugar FC in their top-flight debut.Speaking after the match, Omasete revealed that set-piece routines have been a key component of the team’s training, particularly given the importance of dead-ball situations in the league.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047424##“We knew they were tactical bec..

Trust in the form of a new contract, followed not long afterwards by talk of dismissal. Everything that Michael Carrick is now facing was previously experienced by Erik ten Hag at Manchester United. He brought the club two trophies in two seasons, but made a slower start to his third campaign and was sacked after nine matches, having suffered four defeats in that period. Almost exactly two years later, the Dutch coach, currently working as FC Twente’s technical director, spoke to The Athletic about his experience at Old Trafford. In an extensive interview, the 56-year-old opened up for the first time and laid bare all the problems he faced in Manchester. He spoke about broken promises from the club’s hierarchy, damaged relationships and the lack of a clear vision that directly affected results.Erik ten Hag has revealed he pleaded with Man United not to sell Scott McTominay 👀 https://t.co/RIxOHp8KLR— OneFootball (@OneFootball) October 20, 2026 Talk of his dismissal had begun long before..

World marathon record holder Sabastian Sawe was among the Kenyan sports personalities recognised by President William Ruto during the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations held on Tuesday, 20 October.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSawe headlined a list of athletes and sports administrators honored for their contributions to the country, following a remarkable season in which he made history at the London Marathon.The Kenyan long-distance runner achieved a landmark feat on 26 April, winning the 2026 London Marathon in 1:59:30 to become the first athlete to run a competitive marathon in under two hours under recognised race conditions.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047449##His performance lowered the previous men’s marathon world record by 65 seconds, earning him global recognition and further cementing Kenya’s reputation as a powerhouse in distance running.World Athletics subsequently ratified the performance as the men’s marathon world record.Sawe was also named the organisation’s Athlete of th..

World marathon record holder Sabastian Sawe was among the Kenyan sports personalities recognised by President William Ruto during the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations held on Tuesday, 20 October.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSawe headlined a list of athletes and sports administrators honored for their contributions to the country, following a remarkable season in which he made history at the London Marathon.The Kenyan long-distance runner achieved a landmark feat on 26 April, winning the 2026 London Marathon in 1:59:30 to become the first athlete to run a competitive marathon in under two hours under recognised race conditions.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047449##His performance lowered the previous men’s marathon world record by 65 seconds, earning him global recognition and further cementing Kenya’s reputation as a powerhouse in distance running.World Athletics subsequently ratified the performance as the men’s marathon world record. Sawe was also named the organisation’s Athlete of t..

The Kenya Lionesses have received a major boost ahead of the Africa Rugby Sevens Championship as France-based star Grace Adhiambo is lined up for a return to the national team. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAdhiambo, who plays for Racing 92 in Paris, missed the recent Safari Sevens due to club commitments but is expected to rejoin the squad a week before the continental showpiece, scheduled for Saturday, 7 to Sunday, 8 November at the RFUEA Ground in Nairobi.The experienced playmaker’s return is expected to strengthen Kenya’s campaign as the hosts target the title and promotion to the HSBC Sevens II competition.##NAJAVA_MECA_10047501##Head coach Simon Odongo believes Adhiambo’s experience, tactical awareness and improved game will be valuable assets as the Lionesses seek to dethrone defending champions South Africa.“She is a vital member of the team. Her experience, knowledge of the game and tactical acumen make her an asset to the side. Her game has developed since joini..

AFC Leopards’ dragged themselves closer to their bitter rivals, Gor Mahia, following their 2-1 win over Kenya Police FC on Tuesday at Nyayo Stadium. Having kicked off the campaign with a barren draw against Bandari, Leopards capitalised on home comfort to edge Police to not only bag the first win of the season and move two points closer to Gor Mahia. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsGor Mahia, who are considered Leopards major rival in the race for the FKF Premier League season,have been outstanding so far, winning their opening matches against: Murang’a Seal and APS Bomet.

Concerns over Jose Mourinho’s position at Real Madrid are reportedly mounting, with club executives said to be frustrated by the lack of progress under the Portuguese manager.According to Jorge C. Picon, who writes for AS, and Sergio Valentin of Marca, both of whom shared their reports on X, the mood among Madrid’s senior figures has deteriorated following the team’s performances this season.President Florentino Perez and other key decision-makers had expected a much stronger impact from Mourinho’s return, particularly after allegedly granting him significant freedom to shape the squad during the summer transfer window.🚨 𝐌𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐇𝐎 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐊! 😳 ⚪ José Mourinho could be sacked if performances fail to improve, with Florentino Pérez said to be considering Didier Deschamps as a potential replacement. 👀👔 Via: Sergi Valentín https://t.co/MjZmG21WGz— Sportskeeda Football (@skworldfootball) October 18, 2026 The main source of dissatisfaction appears to be the team’s performances, which repo..

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that Egypt will host the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League for the second consecutive year, with the tournament scheduled to take place from 1-5 November. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsEgypt will stage the competition for the third time, having hosted the inaugural edition in 2021 and the previous tournament in 2025.##NAJAVA_MECA_10036267##Eight clubs will compete for the continental title, comprising representatives from CAF’s regional zones, the defending champions and a club from the host nation.South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, two-time winners of the competition, have qualified as the representatives of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA), while Uganda’s Kawempe Muslim will represent the Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA).Cameroon’s Lekié FF secured qualification through the Central African Football Federations’ Union (UNIFFAC), with Mali’s USFAS booking..