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Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga made his third straight appearance for his Qatari side Al Arabi as they secured a 2-0 away victory over Al Sailiya on Thursday, 3 September.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsOlunga, who is slowly making progress after returning from a lengthy pelvic injury last week, was introduced in the second half of the match played at the Hamad bin Khalifa Stadium in Doha.##NAJAVA_MECA_9930427##The 32-year-old came on as part of an Al Arabi triple substitution in the 69th minute, replacing former Paris Saint Germain forward Pablo Sarabia, to clock 21 minutes on the field.The brief cameo, which saw Olunga also take up the captain’s armband, was the third match in a row the Kenyan was making a substitute appearance, having lasted a similar 21 minutes in the team’s previous match against former side Al Duhail.Gor Mahia players rally fans ahead of Pyramids clashPlaying on the road, Al Arabi led at the stroke of halftime, when Youssef Snana nodded in a cor..

Big-money transfers, lucrative fees, career-defining moves – that’s where the public focus lies during every transfer window.However, have you ever thought about the other side of the coin? About those whose major transfers fell through and who are forced to stay where they are, despite already picturing themselves in a new shirt?That’s what happened to Ismaila Sarr and Lamine Camara, and their agent Diomansy Kamara wasn’t going to let it slide. Instead, he spoke out in a scathing social media post, taking a stand for the rights of African players.He didn’t want to leave, but he had to: the emotional story behind Pablo Garcia’s Betis exit”The cases of Ismaila Sarr and Lamine Camara must all interrogate us.””We have to get out of this logic where the African player can sometimes give the feeling that he is just a commodity: you buy it, you set its price, you negotiate its future and, too often, your will seems to go to the background.””Our African players deserve respect. The respect of..

Malkia Strikers punched a deserved ticket to the final of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship following a comprehensive 3-0 annihilation of the tournament’s second-most successful nation, Cameroon, at a boisterous Kasarani Indoor Arena on Thursday, 3 September.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya will now take on Egypt in the final on Saturday, 5 September, who are the joint-second-most successful side in the competition with three titles, for a chance to extend their record to 11 titles and defend the crown they won in Cameroon back in 2023.Tusker coach reveals lessons learned after accompanying players to watch Malkia StrikersApart from a place in the final, the victory over Cameroon also came with added incentive, as Kenya have now also booked a place in the 2027 FIVB World Championship, with a win over Egypt in the final guaranteeing them a place in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.Kenya qualified for the semi-finals after a hard-fought 3-1 win over Al..

He didn’t grow up in Arsenal’s academy, but everyone feels like he did. After all, he arrived in North London as an 18-year-old kid, pursuing every Brazilian’s dream – to play football and make a name for himself.In seven years at the Emirates Stadium, he became one of the club’s modern legends, scored numerous important goals, gave his all for the red and white shirt, and proudly carried the cannon on his chest. In the end, he won the biggest prize of them all, clinching the Premier League title and bringing joy to the Gunners after 22 years of sorrow.Barcelona strike gold: Gabriel Jesus arrives for just €10mNow, it’s time for a fresh challenge. Gabriel Martinelli is officially a new Al Hilal player.The Saudi powerhouse announced his arrival with a reference to The Matrix movie, where Neo – portrayed by Keanu Reeves – chooses between a red and a blue pill. For the Brazilian forward, the red pill represents the past, while the blue one – Al Hilal’s color – represents the future. Hence,..

“For this child we prayed, and the Lord has granted our petition. 1st Samuel 1:27. Welcome, baby Hawi. You are a blessing to us.”Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThat was the message Kabras RFC scrum half Brian Tanga and his wife, Liz Midecha, shared on social media following the arrival of their son, Hawi, on Monday, 13 July.Just over a month later, Tanga was back on the rugby pitch, juggling the demands of being a dad with the rigorous training schedule of a professional rugby player.Kenya Simbas back-rower joins French clubThe scrum half returned to training with Kabras ahead of the Kabeberi 7s, held at the RFUEA Grounds from Saturday, 15 to Sunday, 16 August. His return was one of the highlights of the tournament as he featured alongside fellow returning stars Kevin Wekesa and Jone Kubu.Although Kabras failed to reach the semifinals, Tanga’s comeback offered a glimpse into the challenge of balancing his responsibilities on the pitch with his new role as a father of two.“..

Tusker FC midfielder Fabian Adikiny has revealed the personal inspiration behind his decision to switch his jersey number from 16 to 8 ahead of the new season.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAdikiny, who played a pivotal role in the Brewers’ successful campaign last season, has opted for the number eight jersey, which holds special significance for him because of his father, Sammy Class.The team’s new signing, Talena Ochieng, has since taken over Adikiny’s former number 16 jersey. Ochieng has openly described Adikiny as his role model, making the jersey particularly memorable.Gor Mahia coach reveals blueprint for Pyramids test in CAF Champions LeagueFor Adikiny, however, the decision to wear number eight goes beyond football.“Eight is my dad’s lucky number. He inspired me to play football, and eight is the number he started playing with. He is my role model and has always pushed me to become the best version of myself. My lovely mum has also played a big role in supporting ..

Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has identified fitness, tactical preparation and mental strength as key areas the record Kenyan champions are working on as they prepare for a demanding CAF Champions League first preliminary-round tie against Egyptian giants Pyramids FC.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsK’Ogalo will welcome Pyramids to Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, 6 September, with kick-off set for 3:00 pm before travelling to Cairo, Egypt for the return leg a week later on Sunday, 13 September.For Akonnor, preparations have gone beyond tactical work, with the Ghanaian coach keen to ensure his charges are physically and mentally equipped for the intensity expected over the two legs.Why former Gor Mahia defender will miss Tusker’s CAF Confederation Cup opener“We have been working on our tactics, our fitness and also the mental aspect because these are the kind of matches where you need to be fully prepared. We know what is expected of us on Sunday,” he stated.The enco..

The June Transfer Window is officially over, and it produced a number of blockbuster transfers, lavish fees, and (un)expected deals.Those who have been on the move have sorted out their futures, but there are still plenty who have yet to find refuge and secure their next moves.And the list of remaining free agents is quite long, including some massive names. So, let’s run through it.Deadline Day madness: how Chelsea, Everton and Monaco all ended up empty-handedKarim Benzema (France – 38 years old)Undeniably the greatest player on the list. With five Champions League trophies, four La Liga titles, and a Ballon d’Or, Benzema would be a valuable addition to any club in the world, despite being 38.However, he seems almost as close to retirement as to joining another club after surprisingly terminating his contract with the Saudi powerhouse Al Hilal.Mohamed Salah’s Trabzonspor wanted him, as did another Saudi side, Al-Shabab, but the Frenchman turned down both offers.Anyone need a striker? ..

Harambee Stars defender Siraj Mohammed will miss Tusker FC’s CAF Confederation Cup first-round opener against Sudanese side Al-Ahli Wad Medani after his recent move from Gor Mahia came too soon for him to be registered for the opening stage of the competition.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsTusker will begin their continental campaign on Sunday, 5 September.Siraj joined the Brewers on loan in August after returning to Gor Mahia from a temporary stint at KCB FC. However, because he had already been registered by Gor for the CAF competition, his subsequent move to Tusker could not be processed in time for the first preliminary round.Charlton manager hails transfer business involving signing of Harambee Stars midfielderExplaining his absence, Siraj said the timing of his departure from Gor was the main reason he will not feature against Al-Ahli Wad Medani.“I had been registered with Gor Mahia. I left Gor two days before the closure of the transfer window, so I believe they had..

Kenya’s U15 teams will be aiming for improved results on Friday after a mixed opening day at the 2026 CAF African Schools Football Championship CECAFA qualifiers in Kigali, Rwanda.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsBoysThe boys suffered a 4-0 defeat to Tanzania in their opening Group A match before settling for a barren draw against Sudan. They now face hosts Rwanda in their final group match, with victory needed to boost their chances of reaching the semi-finals.Rwanda and Tanzania lead the group on four points each. Rwanda opened with a 6-0 win over Sudan before drawing 0-0 with Tanzania, leaving the hosts and Tanzania in poll position ahead of the final round of matches.##NAJAVA_MECA_9930468##GirlsKenya’s girls began their Group B campaign with a 0-0 draw against Tanzania. They have two matches on Friday, taking on Sudan and Somalia, as they seek to secure a place in the last four.The top two teams in each group will advance to the semi-finals, with the eventual winners ear..