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Why do Moroccans play for the Morocco national team?At first, this may look like a simple question with an even simpler answer. However, given the prevalence of dual nationality, players often have a number of options to choose from. Sometimes they pledge allegiance to the country of their parents, grandparents, or ancestors, and sometimes they pick the country where they were born or raised.Six more players decide to play for MoroccoThe former are usually African, lower-ranked teams, while the latter are European, mostly world-class squads.The reasons behind players’ decisions to choose this or that option are various, but in general, two are the most common: they opt for a “weaker” team led by their hearts and for a more powerful team led by reason.##NAJAVA_MECA_9638631##So, back to the primary question: Why do Moroccans play for Morocco?The former Netherlands international and the ex-Real Madrid midfielder, Rafael van der Vaart, has his own theory, commenting on the Ajax prospect Ra..

Kenya’s sevens national team, Shujaa, have drawn in Pool C for the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS World Championship Series; the Hong Kong SVNS, slated for Friday 17 to Sunday 19 April at the Kai Tak Sports Park.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsShujaa will come up against heavyweights Australia, New Zealand, and the USA, three sides with extensive experience at the highest level of the sevens circuit. The matchups present a stern test for Shujaa as they look to prove their credentials among the elite.##NAJAVA_MECA_9638616##Pool A features: South Africa, Argentina, Spain, and Uruguay, while Pool B will see Fiji, France, Great Britain, and Germany battle it out for supremacy, promising a thrilling start to the championship series.The Hong Kong leg marks the first of three crucial tournaments in the World Championship Series, which will also include stops in Valladolid, Spain, and Bordeaux, France. At the end of the circuit, the top eight teams will secure promotion to the 2026/2..

Kenyan professional golfer Greg Snow has secured a coveted Sunshine Tour card for the 2026/27 season after an outstanding showing at the Theo Manyama Qualifying School Final Stage, held from 25 to 29 March in South Africa.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsCompeting against a strong field of 178 players, Snow delivered a composed and consistent performance across the demanding 90-hole event, which featured a cut after 72 holes. He finished tied 21st at 15 under par 345, comfortably earning his place among the top 25 players and ties to secure Sunshine Tour membership in Category 9, boosting his chances of entry into oversubscribed events.##NAJAVA_MECA_9638616##Snow posted impressive rounds of 68, 68, 67, 72 and 70. On the final day, he carded a front nine 34 with birdies at the sixth and ninth holes. Despite back-to-back bogeys on the 12th and 13th, he rallied strongly with birdies at the 17th and 18th to cap off a solid finish.“This is an incredible feeling,” Snow said after ..

Kenyans can now breathe a sigh of relief after the Government of Kenya paid the required Ksh 3.9 billion hosting fees for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), paving the way for the country to co-host the tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania.Kenya had been the only co-host yet to remit the required USD 30 million, raising concerns within the Ministry of Sports over the potential impact of the delay.##NAJAVA_MECA_9638457##“We have been given until the 30th of March to clear the payment of the hosting fees. We are aware that our ‘Pamoja’ countries of Uganda and Tanzania have paid, but Kenya is yet to pay its share of about 3.9 billion. And therefore, the gains that we have so far made in preparations for AFCON may be jeopardised if we are not able to raise 3.9 billion by 30th of March, and the communications we have had from CAF, they are very particular that we must show commitment. And one of the commitment is payment of the hosting contribution. If we are not able to raise t..

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has unveiled her provisional squad for the FIFA Women’s Series, set to take place in Nairobi from 11-15 April 2026. The tournament will also feature: Australia, India, and Malawi.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsA standout inclusion is former Kenya U17 forward Marion Serenge, who earns her first senior national team call-up. Serenge, a key member of the Junior Starlets squad at the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, has impressed since joining Uganda’s St. Noah FC, scoring six goals in just five appearances.##NAJAVA_MECA_9638457##The squad also sees the return of experienced strikers Mercy Airo of Ulinzi Starlets and Terry Engesha, who have been part of the national fold in the past.The tournament kicks off on Saturday, 11 April at Nyayo National Stadium, with two matches scheduled: Australia vs. Malawi at 2:00 pm, followed by Harambee Starlets vs. India at 6:00 pm. The competition will conclude on Wednesday, April 15, with the thir..

Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has hinted that a return to Barcelona is something he would seriously consider in the future. While on international duty in Catalonia, the Spaniard admitted that the prospect of going back to his boyhood club would be hard to ignore. For now, though, he remains settled in London — even if his remarks have sparked fresh debate over what lies ahead in his career.Cucurella’s journey to the top level hasn’t been straightforward. He began at Espanyol before moving to Barcelona’s La Masia academy in 2012, eventually picking up a Copa del Rey winner’s medal in 2018 after a brief senior appearance. In search of consistent minutes, he spent time on loan at Eibar and Getafe, where he made his name before earning a move abroad.🚨 Marc Cucurella when asked what if Barcelona score: “It’s clear that if those situations arose, they’re difficult to recuse……I’d have to consider it and talk to my family, I’m not thinking about that”.“If it happens, we will see what decisi..

In about three months, we’ll know whether this decision was an excellent move or a shot in their own foot. Either way, a difficult, unpopular, and a bit surprising call has been made, and now there’s no turning back.As of today, Otto Addo is no longer Ghana head coach!Breaking: Otto has been sacked. The decision was made following a meeting this morning involving him, the sports minister and top GFA officials. pic.twitter.com/L4P9VzVUrS— Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo (@Fentuo_) March 31, 2026 Only 79 days before their first match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Black Stars and the 50-year-old tactician parted ways after a two-year cooperation.Four consecutive defeats in friendly matches last November and during the previous week – to Japan (2-0), South Korea (1-0), Austria (5-1), and Germany (2-1) – have apparently cost Addo his job.This way, the Ghanaian’s second spell on the Black Stars’ bench ends without a WC appearance, unlike the previous one, when he left following his team’s group-stage..

In the annals of Kenya’s secondary school sports, few administrators have left a footprint as deep and enduring as Oliver Minishi. During his tenure as principal of Kakamega School, Minishi oversaw a transformation that elevated the institution into a national and East African powerhouse across football, rugby and the performing arts.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsWhat unfolded between 2006 and 2018 was not merely a successful period; it was a systematic build of a high-performance culture, anchored in structure, discipline, and opportunity.When Minishi became the Kakamega High principal in 2006, the foundations of competitive sport existed, but consistency at the elite level remained elusive. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9638616##Within a few years, that narrative changed.The school’s football team, famously known as the Green Commandos, evolved into a dominant force. Their success was not occasional; it was sustained and measurable. Kakamega School claimed national football titles in 2..

The Football Association of Bosnia and Herzegovina has raised concerns after an alleged incident involving a soldier from the European Union Force (EUFOR), reportedly Italian, who was seen recording one of their training sessions ahead of the decisive World Cup play-off clash between the two nations.Bosnia are set to welcome the four-time world champions to Bilino Polje in Zenica on Tuesday evening, having secured their place in the final with a tense penalty shootout victory over Wales in the semi-finals.🚨💣 SHOCKING SPY SCANDAL 😳🇧🇦🇮🇹Bosnia have revealed an Italian “UN spy” disguised as a European Union soldier was caught filming their tactical training session — just hours before their crucial World Cup playoff!Bosnia’s coaching staff spotted the man in a military jacket… pic.twitter.com/2BF3fnbKNH— Topskills Sports UK (@topskillsportuk) March 30, 2026 However, the build-up to the match has been overshadowed by controversy. According to reports, a EUFOR soldier was noticed filming the..

Veteran football administrator Nicholas Musonye, who previously served as CHAN Local Organising Committee (LOC) Chairman, has been retained to lead the AFCON 2027 preparations as Chairman of the Nations Steering Committee.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThis was confirmed through a gazette notice issued by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya.Last week, CS Mvurya signaled changes in the AFCON LOC, citing the need to have the right personnel in place.According to him, some members of the CHAN LOC had delayed actions, prompting a restructuring.##NAJAVA_MECA_9637570##“You know, in some of these leadership responsibilities, there are people who find opportunities to drag out actions and decisions. We want those who serve in the LOC to be people who will work for Kenya and demonstrate the spirit, diversity, unity and passion of Kenya.”Despite earlier rumours that Musonye might exit, he has retained his chairmanship, with FKF President Hussein Mohammed, once again, deputising hi..