Mozzart hands Nick Mwendwa Ksh3M sponsorship deal as Harambee Stars face Mali at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday

From lower-tier clubs that receive help through the action “New Jerseys for New Champions” and numerous donations, to sponsorships of various teams, Mozzart has now entered into a partnership with the Football Kenya Federation (FKF).

Mozzart has actively been involved in distributing kits and other sporting equipment to grassroots teams countrywide, but also sponsoring grassroots tournaments, most notably the recent Dennis Oliech Cup and now continues to invest in sports.

The leading gaming firm has today announced a Ksh 3 Million sponsorship to the Kenyan National team, Harambee Stars!

The sponsorship is for the team’s 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and the company effectively becomes Harambee Stars’ Motivational Partner during the same period.

Team Captain Michael Olunga thanked Mozzart for the gesture.

“We thank Mozzart for supporting the National team. It gives us great pleasure as players to know that we have an organization that believes in us. It is a huge motivation especially heading into such a crucial match on Sunday and our hope is that we will get more partners in the near future,” he said.

Harambee Stars Captain, Michael Olunga during the event.

“The ball is now our court as players to ensure that we do better on the pitch to ensure we give such partners value. On behalf of the team, I promise we will do our best,” he added.
Federation boss Nick Mwendwa echoed Olunga’s sentiments.

“We are very thankful to Mozzart. We were able to send the team to Morocco comfortably to face Mali and even though we did not get a good result, we believe this partnership will go a long way in motivating the players for the remaining three matches and my hope is we can come up with a long-term agrreement after this.” He said.

Mozzart Country Manager Sasa Krneta urged Harambee Stars to step up their game when they come up against Mali on Sunday at the Nyayo National Stadium.

“Mozzart has the interests of the Nation at heart and we share in the vision to improve the standards of football in Kenya and Harambee Stars performing better as a result.,” he said.

“This partnership with Harambee Stars is just for the World Cup qualifiers but we believe this is the right time to support the team and push it to do better. We believe in the project and know there’s potential of doing better.”

“As you go out to face Mali tomorrow, I want you to know that we are fully behind you and wish you the very best. TUNAWEZA!” he urged the team.”

Kenya takes on Mali on Sunday from 4PM EAT at Nyayo and will then travel away to face Uganda in a return match penciled for Thursday 11th November before welcoming Rwanda at home three days later.

It’s raining money! Michael Olunga’s face glows after signing a deal that will see him earn Kes 15 million a month (Photos)

Harambee Star striker Micheal Olunga was the first Kenyan to play in La Liga when he joined Girona FC on a loan from Chinese side Guizou Zhicheng.

Olunga is once again the first Kenyan to play in Japanese J-League, the Kenyan international has been signed by top tier Japanese club Kashiwa Reysol.

Olunga displays Kashiwa Reysol's jersey
Olunga displays Kashiwa Reysol’s jersey

“New Roads, New Rivers, New Chapter Beginning of another unfolded history @kashiwareysol_official,” wrote Olunga on Instagram.

Value decreases but salary increases

Kashiwa Reysol paid Kes 300 million to sign Olunga from Guizou Zhicheng. The Chinese side however paid Kes 400 million in January 2017 to sign Olunga from Swedish side Djurgarden IF.

Olunga’s salary has however increased with Kes 5 million. The Harambee Stars forward will now pocket Kes 15 million a month during his three-year stay at Kashiwa Reysol.

Olunga is the second highest paid Kenyan footballer after Tottenham Hotspur’s Victor Wanyama who pockets a cool Kes 22 million a month.

 

 

Larry Madowo: Too many people asked me if I had weed or wanted some

Larry Madowo is offended because he has been mistaken for a drug peddler and a drug user. The NTV anchor says his skin color is the reason why people think he’s into drugs.

Larry Madowo is enjoying his vacation in different countries in Europe. He recently traveled to Spain to watch Michael Olunga and Lionel Messi in action.

“‪Good morning from Girona ?? I’m here to watch @ogadaolunga’s team take on Getafe,” wrote Larry Madowo when he was in Girona.

Larry Madowo and Michael Olunga in Girona before the clash

Larry watched Olunga’s team Girona take on Getafe before he caught a train to Barcelona to watch Barca play against Deportivo La Coruña at Camp Nou.

‪”Watching Messi live for the first time, from the nosebleed seats. Camp Nou is only half full though ‬#wanderlust #goeverywhere #doeverything #spain,” wrote Larry when he was in Barcelona.

Larry Madowo chilling at Camp Nou during Barcelona’s game against Deportivo La Coruña

Europeans have preconceived notions about black people

Larry Madowo says multiple people in Barcelona asked him whether he wanted weed or selling some. Larry was mistaken for a drug peddler/user because he is black and was also wearing a hood. Madowo also had unshaven chins and cheeks that gave the impression of a drug dealer.

Larry Madowo in the streets of Barcelona

“Too many people asked me if I had weed, or wanted some. I come here every time I’m in Barcelona because it’s busy and beautiful but I don’t remember this ever happening before. That is one ugly side of being black in Europe #wanderlust #goeverywhere #doeverything,” wrote Larry Madowo.

 

Michael Olunga spoils his sweetheart with excess love on her birthday (Photos)

Michael Olunga knows how to treat a woman. The lovey-dovey Harambee Stars striker was excessively affectionate to his girlfriend on her birthday.

The first time Michael Olunga introduced Grace to the public was in December 2016 when the lass celebrated her birthday.

Grace turned a year older over the past weekend and her boyfriend decided to spoil her. Olunga is away in Spain for club duties but certainly his absence is not felt by his girlfriend.

You bring smiles on my face

Michael Olunga celebrated his girlfriend’s birthday by sending her romantic memes and messages. The Harembee Stars striker reminded Grace how special she is in his life.

“It brings a smile on my face by simply thinking of you. And that smile becomes brighter whenever I’m with you. Happy birthday my love! ???ogadaolungaIt brings a smile on my face by simply thinking of you. And that smile becomes brighter whenever I’m with you. Happy birthday my love! ???,” wrote Michael Olunga.

Below are the romantic photos of Grace that Michael Olunga shared:

 

5 sports academies that have produced Kenya’s most seasoned footballers including Olunga and Wanyama

Europe and South America are the only continents that have won world cup in the history of international football. The main reason why these two continents produce the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, and keep on winning world cups is because they nurture football talents from very early age.

Kenya is on the right path even though there is still much to be done. The country’s football academies have produced some of the greatest footballers including Victor Wanyama and Michael Olunga who play in English Premier League and La Liga respectively.

Below is a list of 5 football academies that have produced Kenya’s top cream footballers.

Liberty Sports Academy

The academy is based in Nairobi has over 25 youngsters who turn up to be fed with football basics every morning on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays and over the holidays.

Trainings are held at the City Stadium over the mentioned days. Liberty Sports Academy has produced Kenya’s most potent strikers such as Michael Olunga, Nicholas Meja and Charles Bruno who have played for various KPL teams.

Michael Olunga

JMJ Academy

JMJ academy in Nairobi West has produced several footballers who play in top flight European leagues. Tottenham midfielder Victor Wanyama is a product of JMJ academy.

Other talents nurtured at JMJ academy include Ayub Timbe who currently plays as a forward for Beijing Renhe in the China League One, Johanna Omolo who plays for Belgian club, Royal Antwerp and Edwin Otieno Oluoch who played for Belgian Third division C side Sk Moelingen and several other clubs.

Victor Wanyama

Ligi Ndogo Soccer Club

Ligi Ndogo was founded in 2002 with the view of creating an enabling environment for young people to nurture their soccer skills outside a normal learning curriculum.

Notable graduates of the academy include Swedish international John Guidetti, Liberian former international Alex Karmo and Kenyan international Ayub Masika, Humphrey Mieno, Edwin Lavatsa and Jesse Were.

Jesse Were currently plays for Zesco United in the Zambian Super League, Humphrey Mieno plays for Tusker, Edwin Lavatsa plays for Bandari FC while Ayub Masika plays for Beijing Renhe in the Chinese Super League.

Ayub Masika

FISA soccer academy

Friendship International Sports Academy (FISA) was founded in 2006 by its directors, Dr. Maurice Awang Owuor and Mr. Amit Shah.

The academy draws children and teenagers from neighboring neighborhoods of Mukuru slum and South B.

Some of FISA graduates include; Paul Were who plays for Kalamata FC in Greece, Kevin Omondi who played for Gor Mahia and Moroka Swallows in South Africa, Musa Mohamed who plays for Gor Mahia and Victor Ashinga who plays for Thika United.

Musa Mohamed

National Youth Talent Academy (NYTA)

NYTA’s formation was inspired by the 2008 post-election violence. The academy was formed with the aim of tapping raw talents that were being mismanaged by politicians for their selfish gains.

NYTA alumni include Musa Bashir who plays for Hong Dong FC in China, Abdul Malik who plays in Sweden, Andrew Murunga (Tusker), John Nairuka (Thika United) and Dashan Lebembe (Kakamega Homeboys).

Ulinzi FC is the biggest beneficiary with four ex-NYTA players – Justin Olwang’a, Anthony Muriithi, Peter Opiyo and Enoch Nabwire.

Anthony Muriithi

There is so much untapped talent in Kenya, some have not been able to make it to sports academies, yet they are so good in playing football.

Do you know any talented person whose story you can share? Whether they are playing football, hockey, rugby, tennis, athletics etc.

An initiative dubbed ‘Tujiamini’ was launched a month ago courtesy of SportPesa with the aim of giving such talented people a platform to nurture their talents.

By nominating a talent or sharing a story of upcoming sports talent, they will get:

1.Exposure

2.Selected talents will get an access to training camps

3.Sportpesa will also facilitate an introduction of selected talents to relevant sports clubs

Click the link below to nominate any talented person you know:

Tujiamini talent

 

 

Michael Olunga shows off the sleek German machine he drives in Spain (Photos)

Harambee Stars most potent striker Michael Olunga has a taste for high-end cars. The 23-year-old striker is cruising in a German machine in Spain.

Olunga used to drive an Aston Martin DB9 while he was still playing for Swedish side IF Djurgardens. The British machine costs a whopping Kes 20 million.

Michael Olunga's Aston Martin DB9
Michael Olunga’s Aston Martin DB9

The Kenyan international moved to China in January 2017. Chinese Super League side Guizhou Hengfeng Zhicheng signed him for a record transfer fee of Kes 467 million.

Olunga enjoyed a salary of Kes 12 million per month in China. He bought a black Porsche Cayenne during his short stay at Guizhou Hengfeng Zhicheng.

Michael Olunga's Porsche Cayenne
Michael Olunga’s Porsche Cayenne

The Harambee Star striker moved to Spain in September 2017. La Liga side Girona FC signed him on a season-loan deal from the Chinese club.

Olunga’s Mercedes-AMG CLA45

Olunga’s car of choice in Spain is another German machine. The 23-year-old striker is cruising in a 2017 Mercedes-AMG CLA45. He took to social media to show of his ride. See the picture below:

Michael Olunga's Mercedes-AMG CLA45
Michael Olunga’s Mercedes-AMG CLA45

 

 

 

Michael Olunga destroys Iraqi goalkeeper as he score beautiful goal in Kenya match against Iraq (Video)

Harambee Stars traveled to Iraq to play against the Lions of Mesopotamia (Iraq national football team) in an international friendly match.

The match was played at Basra Sports City in Basra, Southern Iraq on Thursday September 5th. Well, Iraq won the match 2-1 but Olunga scored a beautiful consolation goal for Stars to take his tally to 12 international goals for the national team.

There were a lot of defensive blunders on the part of Harambee Stars and they were punished for it in the 17th minute when Iraq was awarded a penalty which they converted.

The Lions of Mesopotamia dominated first half and were rewarded with another goal, the second came on the 45th minute which was scored with a header.

Stars had a couple of chances to score at least three goals in the second half. Olunga wasted an open chance on 68th minute when he hit the side net. The striker once again had another chance on the 76th minute but he failed to tap home an cross that was heading towards him in the penalty box.

Olunga however redeemed himself in 85th minute when he scored a beautiful goal from approximately 20 yards away. The Iraqi goalkeeper must have thought the Kenyan striker would pass the ball since he was far but instead Olunga fired the short to the far right of the goal post and scored.

Watch the video below to see how all the three goals were scored in that game:

https://youtu.be/_7FetkR28JE

 

 

Michael Olunga scores two goals within two minutes as his new La Liga team beats rival 8-0 (photos)

Harambee Stars potent striker Michael Olunga scored two goals as he debuted for his new club – Spanish La Liga side Girona FC.

The Kenyan international joined the newly promoted Spanish La Liga club on a season long loan deal from China Super League side Guizhou Zhicheng.

Michael Olunga

According to information on Girona FC website, Olunga completed the attacking line for the newly promoted Spanish La Liga club for 2017/18 season.

Olunga, 23, debuted for Girona FC in a friendly match against Ripoll on Monday 4th September. The Harambee Stars striker scored two goals within two minutes; he scored on 70th and 72nd minute to make it 7-0 for his team. The game ended 8-0 in favor of Girona FC.

Girona FC’s starting 11 against Ripoll

“Happy to have scored twice on my debut game for @gironafc ..Looking foward for more ??????#godaboveall?” A jovial Olunga wrote.

 

Kenya’s second highest paid footballer Michael Olunga shows off his beautiful girlfriend (Photos)

22 year old Harambee Stars most potent striker Michael Olunga has introduced the pretty lady who holds the key to his heart.

Michael Olunga relocated to China in February 2017 to join Guizhou Hengfeng Zhicheng in a move that saw him become Kenya’s second highest paid footballer after Victor Wanyama who earns £70,000 a week or Kes 36 million a month.

Olunga pockets a handsome salary of Kes 12 million per month. With this kind of money the Harambee Stars striker could date the Kim Kardashians of the world but the 22 year has stuck to his pretty girlfriend – Grace whom she met before he started earning crazy guap.

The first time Olunga introduced Grace to the public was in December 2016 when the lass celebrated her birthday.

“May every soul you touch bring comfort and peace. May every friend you hug bring joy and solace. On your special day, my wish for you is to have everything that your heart desires because you are worth it. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ENGINEER,” Olunga’s message to his girlfriend when she turned a year older.

The Harambee Stars striker recently took to social media to share photos of Grace and him having a nice time together. See the photos below:

12 million monthly salary and he drives this… Michael Olunga disappoints fans with the German machine he drives (Photos)

Harambee Stars most potent striker Michael Olunga is already creating the impression that he’s ‘economical’ with the millions that his Chinese club is paying him.

The Kenyan international moved to Chinese Super League side Guizhou Hengfeng Zhicheng in January 2017 in a record transfer fee of Kes 467 million.

According to sources privy to the deal, the Chinese club splashed out more than Sh1.2 billion to acquire his services. Half of the amount – Sh500 million was the transfer fee paid to Olunga’s former club.

The other half went to agent fees and Olunga’s handsome salary of Sh 12 Million per month for the duration of his four-year contract.

Olunga hasn’t made headline for his prowess on the pitch yet (he has only played twice for his club) but he’s sure making tongues wag with the German machine he was seen posing on.

Olunga in action for his Chinese club

The Harambee Star striker was seen posing in front of a black Porsche Cayenne believed to be his – the SUV costs some 6 million shillings, a sum Olunga can comfortably afford with half of his monthly salary.

Michael Olunga posing infront of a Porsche Cayenne believed to be his

Critics were quick to tease Olunga to buy a car that matched his status and income, some said he should upgrade to drive Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Aston Martins and other expensive European sport cars.