Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has announced new dates for the Mozzart Bet Cup due to the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament.In a communiqué on the federation’s portal, the domestic cup tournament will now kick off on Saturday 15 March, while the draw will be conducted on Thursday 6 March.CHAN Organising Committee chairman sets target for Harambee StarsThe new development has been necessitated to align with the CHAN tournament, which is slated to run from Saturday 1 to Friday 28 February.”The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has adjusted the timeline for the Mozzart Bet Cup 2025 edition to align with preparations for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which Kenya, alongside Tanzania and Uganda, is set to host in February 2025.##NAJAVA_MECA_8624386##The kick-off date for the Mozzart Bet Cup has been rescheduled due to the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will take place in February 2025. The tournament will now begin on Saturday, 15th March 2025, ensuring a smooth calendar for participating teams and players, read part of the statement.The deadline for registration has also been extended by one more week and will now take place on January 31st.Dennis Oliech advises Joseph Okumu on his next career moveFurthermore, the registration deadline for registration has been extended to Friday, 31st January 2025. This decision is aimed at accommodating more teams interested in participating in the country’s premier domestic knockout tournament,” read part of the communiqué.The tournament was earlier scheduled to kick off on Friday 21 January with the finals set to be held in June.##NAJAVA_MECA_8624476##Kenya, alongside Tanzania and Uganda, will co-host the eighth edition of CHAN, a tournament for local-based players.The winner of the Mozzart Bet Cup gets a chance to win Ksh2 million and an opportunity to represent the country in the CAF Confederation Cup.FKF president reveals when new Harambee Stars coach will be announcedLast year a total of 32 teams participated in the Mozzart Bet-sponsored tournament.2023 winners Kakamega Homeboyz were bundled out by finalists KCB FC in the quarterfinals stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_8624494##Kenya Police FC went on to edge KCB on post-match penalties to win the gaming firm-sponsored tournament.Subsequently, the Law Enforcers represented the country in the CAF Confederation Cup, though they were eliminated by Zamalek SC in the second preliminary round.
