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The Zambian frontier has in recent years offered a fertile environment for Kenyan footballers seeking sterner challenges across the region. From the past Zesco United trio of: David ‘Calabar’Owino, Jesse Were and Anthony Akumu to the present Moses Shuma at Power Dynamos, the men, each flourishing regardless of club- the shift has now swung the women’s way. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIvy Omondi, after a brief sabbatical from football, has found her way into Zesco Ndola Girls starting eleven barely weeks after signing for the Super league outfit. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9666616##Deployed as a free-roving midfielder, Omondi’s entry into the ZSL is nothing short of pioneering, and her performance for Ndola Girls will heavily determine this. This she knows. ‘’Of course it’s not going to be easy. In fact it’s not but this is where I am now and must compete and prove that Zesco bringing me in was not in vain,’’ she says. Victor Wanyama explains decision to retire from football at 34Omo..

Kakamega Homeboyz goalkeeper Ibrahim Wanzala has set his sights on making his senior Harambee Stars debut after overcoming a challenging eight-month injury layoff.The 20-year-old shot-stopper, had been sidelined for the better part of the ongoing season due to a knee injury, that required surgery. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWanzala underwent the procedure immediately after the conclusion of last season, forcing him to miss close to eight months of competitive action.The Kenya u-20 custodian made his much-anticipated return on 7 February during the Mozzart Bet Cup Round of 64 clash against Amani Youth FC. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9666608##Since then, he has cemented his position between the posts, featuring in eleven matches across all competitions and keeping three clean sheets.Speaking after Kakamega Homeboyz shared a four-goal thriller with Nairobi United, Wanzala expressed confidence in his readiness for the next step in his career.”I have now fully recovered from the injury t..

It seemed that by returning to Santos, his boyhood club, Neymar had decided to finish his career there. He didn’t appear interested in another move, but…A host of experienced stars in Major League Soccer could soon gain a new member, as Neymar is negotiating with FC Cincinnati, according to The Athletic. A completely surprising piece of news. It seems the Brazilian is determined to play in the United States at any cost, as his participation at the World Cup is in question.Mbappe’s admiration for legend: “I can’t imagine World Cup without Neymar”There are several obstacles to this transfer, primarily Neymar’s contract with Santos until the end of the calendar year. However, since he hasn’t been on the best terms with the club’s president lately, it could easily happen that he is granted permission to leave. At the same time, Cincinnati also faces certain administrative hurdles typical of MLS, and will have to part ways with one of their three biggest stars (Denkey, Miles Robinson, or Lu..

The prestigious Mozzart Bet Cup returns this weekend with Round 16 matches lined up beginning with a double-header on Friday, 10 April at the Moi International Sports Center , KasaraniGiant-killers BB Bread will face off with Police FC, while Tusker FC face Kariobangi Sharks to complete the two tantalizing matches of the day.Tusker vs Kariobangi SharksThe first match of the day will see Kenyan giants Tusker FC play host to Kariobangi Sharks from 1300 hrs.Tusker qualified to the Round of 16 following a convincing 2-0 victory over Bidco United, while Sharks secured a 4-0 victory over KU Hardnuts.Tusker, who are 10th on the FKF Premier League table with 37 points, 20 off league leaders Gor Mahia admitted to the impossibility of winning the league title, terming the Mozzart Bet Cup as their only realistic chance of a silverware.The Brewers will be facing a Sharks side that is equally having a poor season in the league and is currently just a point above the relegation zone.In the Cup, Shar..

The break did wonders for Crystal Palace.Refreshed after nearly three weeks without competitive action, Oliver Glasner’s side exploded out of the blocks at Selhurst Park, overwhelming a flat and unrecognisable Fiorentina to take a commanding 3-0 advantage into the second leg.From the very first whistle, Palace looked sharper, quicker, and hungrier. The hosts seized control early and made it count in a devastating seven-minute spell midway through the first half.Crystal Palace’s decorations for their game vs. Fiorentina got stuck everywhere 😂The match was even delayed after some got caught in the net 😅 pic.twitter.com/dWMM6Tyv9M— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) April 9, 2026 It all started with Daniel Munoz, whose relentless runs down the right caused chaos. One such move led to a penalty after Dodo brought down Eberechi Eze’s replacement on the flank, with VAR confirming the decision. Jean-Philippe Mateta stepped up and coolly ended his goal drought to make it 1-0.Moments later, it was deja vu. Muno..

Barcelona have gone on the offensive – not on the pitch, but in the boardroom – after a stormy 2-0 UEFA Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid left them fuming over what they call a “grave lack of VAR intervention.”The flashpoint? A moment early in the second half, when Marc Pubill quite literally lent a helping hand in the box, and somehow got away with it. Despite furious appeals, referee Istvan Kovacs waved play on, while VAR official Christian Dingert stayed suspiciously silent.Flick furious with refs after Barca’s shocking loss: “I can’t believe…”Cue outrage.Barca didn’t hold back, firing off an official complaint to UEFA, demanding an investigation, access to referee communications, and – most importantly – an admission that something went seriously wrong.And if that wasn’t enough salt in the wound, the VAR did step in earlier, just not in Barca’s favour. Pau Cubarsi saw his yellow upgraded to a red after a review, leaving Hansi Flick seething.”The VAR was very focused… for..

Kakamega Homeboyz head coach Patrick Odhiambo has maintained that his side remains firmly in contention for the FKF Premier League title, despite dropping crucial points in their latest outing.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Kakamega-based outfit missed a golden opportunity to close the gap on leaders Gor Mahia and second-placed AFC Leopards after being held to a 2-2 draw by Nairobi United in an entertaining encounter staged at Kasarani Stadium on Wednesday, 8 April. Homeboyz twice took the lead in the pulsating clash but were ultimately forced to settle for a share of the spoils. Government provides update on Talanta Stadium after expiry of March completion date [PHOTOS]Oliver Majaka handed the visitors an early advantage, only for former Homeboyz attacker Michael Karamor to restore parity for Nairobi United. The Kenya U-20 attacker would once again put Abana Beingo ahead just before the halftime break, but substitute Mustafa Kizza struck a sublime set-piece to ensure ..

Real Madrid will look to steady their season when they host Girona in La Liga at the Santiago Bernabeu on Friday, 10 April, trailing Barcelona by seven points, while Girona sit eight points clear of relegation.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsMadrid are under pressure after back-to-back defeats, including a 2-1 home loss to Bayern Munich that leaves them close to UEFA Champions League elimination and another 2-1 defeat at Mallorca that dented their title push.##NAJAVA_MECA_9657387##However, they remain strong at home, winning 10 of their last 12 matches. Girona come in confident, with two wins in their last three games, including impressive victories over Villarreal and Barcelona. They also held Madrid to a 1-1 draw earlier this season. Still, their away form is a concern, as they are winless in five games on the road, with just three wins in 15 away league matches.Ex Real Madrid star: “Vinicius is terrible, I feel sorry for him”Real Madrid come into this match under pressure..

The long-awaited Shabana FC team bus is now ready to hit the road, with the date for the handover ceremony set for Sunday, 12 April at the Gusii Stadium.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe handover will be presided over by President William Ruto, who will be on an official working tour of the Gusii region from Sunday, 12 to Wednesday, 15 April.Government provides update on Talanta Stadium after expiry of March completion date [PHOTOS]The bus, whose images have since gone viral on social media, is a major upgrade to the current team bus, which, coincidentally, was gifted to the side by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.Today, we held a productive meeting with the Majority Whip of the National Assembly of Kenya Hon Sylivanus Osoro, where we successfully integrated the team’s program into the upcoming presidential visit. During this visit, His Excellency will officially hand over a modern,… pic.twitter.com/Zndasas3xj— Shabana Fc Kenya (@Shabanafckenya) April 7, 2026 The double-a..

Turmoil has gripped Italian football in recent days. The four-time world champions are set to miss a third consecutive World Cup after falling to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the play-off final in Zenica – a result that has shaken the foundations of the game in Italy.The fallout was immediate: federation president Gabriele Gravina, head coach Gennaro Gattuso and staff member Gianluigi Buffon all stepped down. Yet many believe those resignations alone won’t fix deeper, long-standing issues within the system, questions that continue to dominate the Italian media.Mamma Mia, here we go again! Italy out of the World Cup for the third straight time!Among the controversies is a report that players had demanded a €300,000 bonus for World Cup qualification, which was a claim that sparked outrage, given the Azzurri’s recent failures to even reach the tournament.Speaking to Sky Sport, captain Gianluigi Donnarumma delivered an emotional response, firmly denying the accusations.”Those stories about bo..