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Mariga’s faction reveals next move after FKF ouster

FKF vice president McDonald Mariga and six officials allied to him have revealed their next move after being expelled from the National Executive Committee (NEC) at Saturday’s Special General Meeting (SGM).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe seven have lamented being denied a fair hearing despite having formally been summoned to the gathering.The officials, who travelled to Meru for the meeting, were left outside the premises as FKF President Hussein Mohammed presided over the proceedings behind closed doors.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095254##A heavy police presence, including officers from the Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU), prevented the group from accessing the venue, with the situation eventually escalating into a tense confrontation that saw police deploy tear gas.Addressing the media after being denied entry, suspended Nairobi representative Daniel Shikanda questioned why he was summoned to answer allegations against him only to be denied an opportunity to defend himself.”I receive..

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Martin The Captain wins it for Arsenal in a tricky encounter with the Tigers

Serious struggles, but a victory in the end!Ahead of Arsenal’s clash against Hull City at the Emirates Stadium, many expected that Mikel Arteta’s lads would have an easy job, but the newcomers to the Premier League had already shown how tricky rivals they could be, and today, they just confirmed it.Last week – red card, this week – historic England call-up for Arsenal prodigyThe Gunners struggled for more than 70 minutes and, despite having the game under control, repeatedly failed to break the deadlock. However, when it mattered most, their captain Martin Odegaard came to the rescue, scoring a vital winner in the 72nd minute and paving the way for the new three points and a 1-0 triumph.FT: Arsenal 1-0 Hull City. ARSENAL HAVE WON THE GAME VS HULL CITY THANKS TO MARTIN ØDEGAARD! 🔥🔥🔥 #ARSHUL #ARSHULL https://t.co/KInRAeq0th— Dee_real (@ekaettedaniel2) November 7, 2026 During the first half, Arsenal were pretty uninspired, with Declan Rice being their most active player. The midfielder ha..

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Omija fires warning to former Gor Mahia teammates ahead of Nairobi United clash

Former Gor Mahia defender Alphonse Omija believes Nairobi United are well prepared to take all three points when they face his former side in a highly anticipated FKF Premier League clash on Sunday.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsK’Ogalo and Naibois will lock horns at Wang’uru Stadium in Kirinyaga, with both sides having plenty to play for as the league campaign gathers momentum.Patrick Aussems’ Nairobi United are still searching for their first victory of the season.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095254##Despite playing five league matches, the Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja-backed outfit are yet to register a win and will be desperate to turn their fortunes around against the reigning league champions.Gor, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back after suffering defeat to KCB last weekend.The Bankers’ victory over APS Bomet on Friday also saw them move to the top of the league standings, adding further pressure on Charles Akonnor’s charges to respond.AFC Leopards chairman Ambani expla..

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Harambee Stars midfielder to work under new South African coach at Yanga

Harambee Stars midfielder Duke Abuya will work under head coach Fadlu Davids, following his appointment as the new tactician of Tanzanian club Young Africans (Yanga) SC.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsDavids, 45, was announced by the Tanzanian giants on Friday, 6 November, coming in as a replacement for South African coach Manqoba Mngqithi, who was sacked late last month, barely three months after he took charge on 10 July.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095192##“Karibu Young Africans SC, Fadlu Davids,” Yanga posted on their social-media platforms. “The most decorated and successful football club in Tanzania.”Davids joins the club following months as a free agent, having left Moroccan giants Raja Athletic Club in June.STARS ABROAD: Olunga, Wilson feature as Qatari, Welsh sides register contrasting resultsA fairly travelled man on the continent, Davids will not be making his first rodeo in Tanzania, following his period as Simba coach between July 2024 and September 2025.During that spell, ..

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AFC Leopards chairman Ambani explains his single vote against Mariga’s ouster

AFC Leopards chairman Boniface Ambani has explained why he was the only delegate to vote against the expulsion of FKF vice president McDonald Mariga and six other officials during Saturday’s Special General Meeting (SGM) in Meru.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAmbani, who was part of the delegates at the meeting held at a Meru hotel on Saturday, 7 November, maintained that football should accommodate opposing opinions, and noted disagreements should not come at the expense of the game’s development.The former Harambee Stars striker was the lone voice against Mariga’s removal, with 65 delegates voting in favour of the motion to expel the former Inter Milan midfielder from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) National Executive Committee (NEC).##NAJAVA_MECA_10101473##Explaining his position, the Ingwe chairman insisted that football administrators must learn to put their differences aside and find common ground rather than allow disagreements to plunge the game into endless di..

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Close race for Bundesliga summit continues: Easy wins for Bayern & Dortmund

Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund continue their two-horse race for the Bundesliga title, as they are tied at the top of the standings with 21 points each after the ninth league round brought no change or surprise.The Bavarians beat a rival that knew how to make their life hard, Mainz, away from home 2-1.𝐒𝐈𝐄𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐙! 🙌 +𝟑 🟥 90’+3 | #M05FCB | 1-2 ⬜ https://t.co/MK7PLP8RrO— FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) November 7, 2026 Early goals in the first (14th minute) and second halves (57th minute) scored by Joshua Kimmich and Lennart Karl put the game to bed long before the final whistle.Truth be told, Mainz found the net five minutes before the break through Lee Jae-sung, but it was ruled out for offside.Kane becomes Europe’s biggest earnerPhillip Tietz managed to pull one back in stoppage time, but couldn’t jeopardize the Bavarians’ win, as they claimed new three points – this time a bit less convincingly than usual.On the other hand, Dortmund faced the most pleasant surprise of the curren..

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AFC Leopards miss chance to apply pressure on Gor Mahia after draw against 3K FC

AFC Leopards failed to fully close in on reigning league champions Gor Mahia after being held to a frustrating barren draw against FKF Premier League debutants 3K FC in a clash staged at Moi Stadium, Embu, on Saturday, 7 November.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe draw leaves Ingwe third on the log, three points behind table toppers KCB FC, with Gor Mahia sitting two points above, albeit with a game in hand against Nairobi United.More to follow…

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Shabana edge Mombasa United in dramatic five-goal thriller to break into top 4

Shabana FC claimed only their second win of the season after edging league debutants Mombasa United 3-2 in an FKF Premier League clash staged at Mbaraki Sports Club in Mombasa on Saturday, 7 November.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Glamour Boys took control of proceedings in the final minute of the opening half through Brian Ogutu, with Kevin Omundi doubling their lead a minute before the hour mark, but Mombasa clawed themselves back into the game through Dennis Mabeya and Junior Shentembo.Mariga, six others ousted at chaotic FKF SGM in MeruThe Kisii-based side were, however, not to be denied the three points as Derrick Oketch sealed victory with seven minutes left on the clock.Eager to bag their maiden victory, Mombasa United began the match at a high tempo, causing Shabana problems, with Laban Otieno and Rodgers Oporia running down the flanks, but could not capitalise and score until the 20th minute.##NAJAVA_MECA_10095173##Shabana grew into the match and started domin..

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Three arrested after Man Utd fans throw tennis balls onto pitch against Roma

Manchester United’s comeback victory over Roma was accompanied by another night of protests against the club’s ownership, with three supporters arrested for throwing objects onto the pitch at Old Trafford.The incident occurred in the 20th minute, with United trailing 2-0. Fans in the Stretford End threw tennis balls onto the field, forcing a temporary stoppage as players moved to clear them.United stun Roma with incredible comeback, Cunha is the hero!It was the second protest of the evening. Before kick-off, hundreds of green and gold balloons were held aloft and bounced around the stands as the Champions League anthem played. The colours have long been associated with demonstrations against the Glazer family, who have owned United for 21 years.Greater Manchester Police confirmed to The Athletic that 11 people were arrested in connection with incidents during Tuesday’s match. Three arrests were specifically related to objects being thrown onto the pitch.Roy Keane rips into Man Utd: “If..

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KPA chasing perfect away record in KBF Women’s League final playoffs

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) opened its Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) women’s league title campaign with an 88-41 thrashing of rivals Equity Bank Hawks in Game 1 of the best-of-five Final played at Nyayo Gymnasium on Friday, 6 November.Download Our MozzartSport App for More NewsThe final playoff comes after close to a month’s delay occasioned by the two teams’ participation in the Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA) zone 5 qualifiers in Kibaha, Tanzania, where KPA finished fourth while Hawks placed seventh.The Samuel Ocholla-led KPA are, however, keen to continue their dominance in the national league, despite relinquishing their zonal bronze medal to Tanzania’s Fox Divas, and with it, a chance to feature in this year’s WBLA set for Egypt in December.Nairobi City Thunder partners reveal ambitions to further invest in Kenyan basketballKeen for a perfect start in the playoff final, Ocholla’s charges overcame a slow start where they trailed 15-14 in the opening quarter to dominate ..

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