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AFC Leopards kicked off the 2026-2027 Football Kenya Federation Premier League on a rather sour note after playing Bandari to a barren draw at the Police Sacco Grounds.Having finished second last season and made huge signings, Leopards were expected to have a powerful take off and keep close tabs with Gor Mahia, Shabana and Kakamega Homeboyz, who all won in Round One.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsPlaying a day after watching their bitter rivals, Gor Mahia, thrash Murang’a Seal 4-2, Ingwe were, further, expected to make light work of Bandari and give their fans something to celebrate.However, signs of enduring a frustrating afternoon were clear from onset, with the home side wasting chances and failing to give Bandari custodian, James Ochuka serious work to do.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027773##Ochuka was called into action in the opening minutes, throwing his body on the line to stop James Kinyanjui from scoring from Samuel Semo’s delivery.Leopards thought they had taken the lead in..

Women’s football players are most likely to be considering leaving the game early for financial and mental health reasons, as employment standards fail to keep pace with a boom in some parts of the world, according to a new FIFPRO study.Working Conditions in Women’s Football is the most extensive review of pay and working conditions in the women’s game since 2017, drawing on a survey and interviews with some 800 players around the world.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe average club inflation-adjusted monthly salary has tripled to $2,601 (Approx Ksh337,000) thanks to revenue growth in championships including the National Women’s Soccer League in the U.S, however, the median monthly salary is much less: $1,669 (Ksh216, 000).Growth is “uneven and fragmented” and has left many players unprepared and without a necessary safety net, the report says. Even in regions such as Western Europe and Asia/Oceania which span some bigger football markets, average pay is not significantly..

While most players in the Champions League enjoy multimillion-euro contracts and dedicate themselves entirely to football, Viking goalkeeper Arild OstbO has two jobs. The experienced shot-stopper leads an unusual double life: alongside playing in Europe’s elite competition in the evenings, he also works part-time as an IT consultant.Ostbo works at the IT company Bouvet, whose offices are located right next to Viking’s stadium, offering a direct view of the pitch from the windows. “I’m the guy who comes in after lunch and leaves two hours later,” Ostbo said with a smile in an interesting interview with Norwegian outlet TV 2.Olise ruined Bayern’s dream comeback – Vikings snatch draw against giant“The days just fly by. At one point, I realised that I needed something else in my life besides football alone.” The experienced goalkeeper, who is also the father of two young children, explained that his professional commitments away from the pitch actually help him in his football career.“I fe..

Three-time FIA African Rally (ARC) champion Karan Patel has described Rwanda’s landmark 10-year deal to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix as an “incredible feat” for the continent, saying the whole ecosystem will immensely benefit from this momentous comeback.Speaking to The New Times Rwanda on the sidelines of the historic announcement in Kigali, the African motorsport icon said the event will hand Kenyans the opportunity to visit Rwanda when the race happens.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more news”It’s an incredible feat and not surprised that it is Rwanda who made this incredible project happen and we are very proud that our neighbour is going to host the Formula 1,” Patel said. “As Kenyans we are really excited to have this opportunity at least to visit when the race happens.”Patel, who recently clinched his continental title in Tanzania after dominating the Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally earlier this season, attended the event as a primary representative of East African mo..

Real Betis welcome Portuguese giants FC Porto to the Estadio Benito Villamarín for an intriguing UEFA Champions League clash.Manuel Pellegrini’s side kicked off their European campaign in dramatic fashion by coming from behind to secure a 3-2 victory over Lille, and they enter this fixture brimming with confidence after dismantling Osasuna 5-2 at home over the weekend.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsPorto, meanwhile, are aiming to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City on matchday one.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027782##Despite that continental setback, the Dragons have been imperious domestically, maintaining a perfect record in the Portuguese top flight. However, Porto will need to overcome a poor historical record on Spanish soil if they are to claim all three points in Seville.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Wednesday 14 OctoberVenue: Estadio Benito Villamarín, SevilleGroup: UEFA Champions League (League Phase – Matchday 2)Current standings: Real Betis 10th (3 pts, +1 G..

Kenya U17 have been eliminated from the CAF Africa Cup of Nations U17 CECAFA qualifiers following a 2-0 defeat to Somalia at Kigali Pele Stadium, Rwanda. Goals from Somalia captain Anas Isse Mohamed and Ahmed Caaqil Mohamed in either half condemned William Muluya’s Junior Stars to a second consecutive defeat after opening their campaign with a similar loss to defending champions, Tanzania.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe result left Kenya without a point after two matches, with a four-goal negative goal difference, bringing a disappointing end to their campaign in contrast to last edition’s semi-final appearance.Kenya approached the encounter needing a positive result to revive their qualification hopes, while Somalia were equally determined to collect maximum points and strengthen their chances of advancing.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027781##The Junior Stars started brightly, with Yussuf Mohamed trying his luck from distance six minutes into the contest after being picked out by D..

Real Madrid continue to keep a close eye on developments in England, where a potential opportunity could pave the way for a blockbuster transfer. According to recent media reports, the Spanish powerhouse remains interested in Manchester City striker Erling Haaland and is carefully following his situation in Manchester, hoping that circumstances might eventually allow them to make a move for the Norwegian superstar.🚨💣 OFFICIALLY CONFIRMED: Real Madrid are VERY MUCH interested in signing Erling Haaland. Multiple people inside the club LOVE his profile. HAALAND TO REAL MADRID WILL HAPPEN! 🤍 The player wants to play in Spain one day and has OFFICIALLY RULED OUT a move to the EPL. 🇳🇴 @lejournaldureal— Madrid Pulse (@Madridpulse0) October 13, 2026 As reported by Tribuna, Real Madrid have built a strong relationship with Haaland’s family and representatives, maintaining direct contact with his camp for several years. This longstanding connection suggests that the interest goes beyond mere spe..

Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Fixtures and Competitions Director Leslie Mwangale has identified areas of improvement ahead of the 29th edition of the Safari 7s.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSpeaking to Mozzart Sport, Mwangale praised the successful organisation of this year’s tournament, but noted that some areas require polishing ahead of the 2027 Safari 7s.The 28th edition of the annual rugby sevens tournament attracted large crowds, with fans treated to an exciting weekend of action as local and international teams battled for honours.Talanta Stadium confirmed for first major international sporting eventHowever, Mwangale believes there is room to improve the tournament’s competitiveness, particularly in the women’s category, where only six teams participated.Kenya featured three teams: Lionesses, Junior Lionesses, and Kenya Shibli, while Uganda, Tunisia, and TUKS Women were the visitors.He expressed hope that the number of women’s teams would double to 12 in the next edition..

Manchester United have hit another disappointing low after falling to a 2-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid in the Spanish capital, deepening the concerns surrounding their troubled campaign. The loss triggered angry reactions from within the squad, with Ivorian winger Amad Diallo launching an expletive-filled attack on social media, while defender Lisandro Martinez openly questioned the club’s recruitment strategy and leadership.No heart from Man Utd — Atletico easily run roughshod over Red DevilsMichael Carrick’s side arrived at the Metropolitano hoping to turn their season around, but their plans quickly unravelled. United conceded within the first 50 seconds, putting themselves on the back foot almost immediately and making an already difficult challenge even tougher.The English visitors showed signs of a response and created several chances to get back on level terms. However, their hopes of mounting a comeback suffered a major setback when Leny Yoro was controversially sent off. A..

AFC Leopards are exploring options to stage some of their home matches in Western Kenya, with chairman Bonface Ambani identifying Masinde Muliro Stadium in Bungoma and Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega as potential venues.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe move comes as the club faces a shortage of suitable grounds in Nairobi following the ongoing renovations of Nyayo National Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Gor Mahia coach admits to seeking mental health professional for players after tough pre-seasonAmbani revealed the plans after visiting Bungoma County, where he held discussions with Governor Ken Lusaka, County Executive Committee Member for Sports Benedict Emacha and County Sports Director David Kalamu.The meeting focused on expediting the completion of Masinde Muliro Stadium to enable it to host competitive football, with Leopards seeking to relocate some of their home fixtures to the region.##NAJAVA_M..