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  • Predator Energy Kenyan Freestyle Football Championship 2025

    Predator Energy Kenyan Freestyle Football Championship 2025

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    The Freestyle Football train returns to Kenya this year: the WFFA is proud to present the Predator Energy Kenyan Freestyle Football Championship 2025!

    This National, ranked tournament will host a competition of 1×1 Battles open to all male and female freestylers of Kenyan descent. The competition will take place on November 28th starting at 1pm EAT at the National Archives Grounds in Nairobi.

    Registration for this event is free: the winners will get awesome awards and cash prizes!

    The registration process for the Championship will open on October 23rd and close on November 21st at 23:59h EAT. There will be no extensions, so all athletes who haven’t signed up by the end of the registration period will not be allowed to compete.

    For more information, follow the official Instagram account of the Kenyan community at @kffs254 and send them a DM!


    Stay tuned to the official channels of the WFFA to follow the latest updates!

  • The WFFA renews and expands its partnership with Predator Energy in Africa

    The WFFA renews and expands its partnership with Predator Energy in Africa

    The World Freestyle Football Association, together with acclaimed energy drink brand Predator Energy, trademark of Monster Energy Corporation, have announced the renewal of their fruitful collaboration in Africa, which this year will include the expansion of their partnership into a new market.

    On top of the four countries whose official National Championships were supercharged by Predator Energy in 2024 —namely Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda and Egypt, the latter under the trademark Fury Energy—, the partnership will now add Morocco, a nation with an extraordinary Freestyle Football community.  The agreement will allow these five countries to feature electrifying National Championships for male and female freestylers, as well as a series of Meets to further engage the local freestyle communities, excite the fans of the sport and present Freestyle Football to new audiences.

    The locations for the National Freestyle Football Championships are as follows, with the exact details to be announced on the official channels of the WFFA:

    • Uganda: Kampala, September 27th, 2025
    • Nigeria: Lagos, October 4th, 2025
    • Egypt: Cairo, October 24th, 2025
    • Kenya: Nairobi, November 29th, 2025
    • Morocco: Casablanca, December 19th, 2025

    “Last year, our collaboration with Predator Energy and Fury Energy wasn’t just a massive success, but it also left a powerful mark on African Freestyle Football”, said Lukáš Škoda, Head of Operations at the WFFA. “We were immensely proud to help African talents showcase all their skills, and we couldn’t be more excited to expand it in 2025 with the addition of a fascinating community such as the Moroccan this year”.

    “Renewing our partnership with the WFFA was an easy decision — Freestyle Football continues to inspire and energise fans around the world, and that’s exactly what Predator Energy is all about”, said Rob Adkins, Predator & Fury Energy Brand Director. “This year, we’re turning up the volume with more events, more community jams, and even more opportunities to connect with football lovers everywhere. Together with the WFFA, we’re not just supporting the sport, we’re helping it thrive at street level”.

    For more information about the Nigerian, Kenyan, Ugandan, Egyptian and Moroccan National Championships, please visit the Event Calendar on the website of the WFFA and follow the official channels of the Association.


    About Predator Energy

    Predator Energy is a Global energy drink trademark of the Monster Energy Corporation. Sold in 30+ markets across EMEA, LATAM and APAC, Predator exists to enable Hustlers to thrive and fuel their daily grind. Since their creation just a few years ago, Predator Energy has become a category leader within multiple territories, offering fans a premium-tasting liquid at an affordable price point.

    Predator Energy has made football its main focus, with the ambition to excite, entertain and reward football fans across the Globe, from elite level to grassroots.

    Predator Energy gives you the energy to rule… Rule Your Kingdom.

    Website: www.predatorenergydrink.com


    For more information about the activities of the WFFA, follow its official channels to get the latest updates!

  • Predator Energy Kenya Freestyle Football Championship 2024

    Predator Energy Kenya Freestyle Football Championship 2024

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    Great news for freestylers in Kenya: the 2024 edition of the Predator Energy Kenya Freestyle Football Championship is around the corner!

    This National, ranked tournament will take place on November 29th starting at 12h EAT at the National Archives Grounds in Nairobi. The event will include a competition of 1×1 Battles.

    The list of judges includes:

    • Ashley Mkhize, South Africa
    • Edward Murimi, Kenya
    • Soufiane Msalek, Morocco

    Participation is free, and registration will be open until November 27th at 23:59h EAT. The winners will get awesome prizes!

    For more information, follow Predator Energy Africa at @predatorenergyafrica!


    Participant list

    NameSurnameGenderCountry
    AdidiMwatundeMaleKenya
    ArmstrongMuasyaMaleKenya
    AustineMainaMaleKenya
    AwadhAbdulMaleKenya
    BensonNgugiMaleKenya
    ChrisShakeMaleKenya
    CollinsKamauMaleKenya
    DennisMruiMaleKenya
    GloriaMariwaFemaleKenya
    HassanSuleimanMaleKenya
    HeizelSelesiFemaleKenya
    KhatemAbdiMaleKenya
    MwalagoMakameMaleKenya
    OscarLitondeMaleKenya
    RaelKamandaFemaleKenya
    SuleimanFadhiliMaleKenya

    Stay tuned to the official channels of the WFFA to follow the latest updates!

  • The WFFA partners with Predator Energy and Fury Energy to empower Street Football communities across Africa

    The WFFA partners with Predator Energy and Fury Energy to empower Street Football communities across Africa

    The World Freestyle Football Association, together with acclaimed energy drink brands Predator Energy and Fury Energy, both trademarks of Monster Energy Corporation, have announced their collaboration to elevate four National Freestyle Football Championships in Africa and support their local communities in taking their competitive scene to the next level.

    The four countries included in the partnership are Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda (together with Predator Energy), as well as Egypt (thanks to the support of Fury Energy). The agreement will allow these four tournaments to feature not just an electrifying Grand Final both for male and female freestylers, but also a touring roadshow in several locations across each of the countries to further excite and engage local football communities.

    A core component of the roadshow will be the education and mentoring of 100 community leaders (Football coaches, NGO workers and teachers) within each country who are working with 16-to-25 year-olds. The WFFA’s FsLife Development training course will equip all community leaders in attendance with the resources and ability to build self-esteem and entrepreneurship through football within their communities.

    The dates and locations for the National Freestyle Football Championships are as follows:

    • Nigeria: Lagos, 21st September 2024
    • Egypt: Cairo, 9th November 2024
    • Kenya: Nairobi, 29th November 2024
    • Uganda: Kampala, 6th December 2024

    Dan Wood, Head of Partnerships at the WFFA, said: “It has been a fantastic process to collaborate and map this partnership with the team at Predator & Fury. Their commitment to grassroots and the development communities across Africa is what really excites us at the WFFA and are proud to team up initially in these four dynamic countries”

    Valentine Ozigbo, WFFA Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the event promoter Feet’N’Tricks, added: “We are really thankful to Predator Energy in Nigeria for this great partnership; we are able to build a flagship example of how Freestyle Football can transform the lives of people across Africa and the world when key stakeholders come together. We are truly excited for what can be developed together in the future”

    Rob Adkins, Predator & Fury Energy Brand Director, said: “We couldn’t be more excited to be partnering with WFFA and to further strengthen our presence within football. Our ultimate mission is to build fans of our brands and to add value to local communities through football. The WFFA is already making an impact in that respect, so we’re keen to see how we can take this to the next level via our partnership.”

    For more information about the Nigerian, Kenyan, Ugandan and Egyptian National Championships, please visit the Event Calendar on the website of the WFFA and follow the official channels of the Association.


    About Predator Energy and Fury Energy

    Predator Energy & Fury Energy are Global energy drink trademarks of the Monster Energy Corporation. Sold in 30+ markets across EMEA, LATAM and APAC, Predator and Fury Energy exist to enable Hustlers to thrive and fuel their daily grind. Since their creation just a few years ago, Predator Energy and Fury Energy have become category leaders within multiple territories, offering fans a premium-tasting liquid at an affordable price point.

    Predator and Fury Energy have made football their main focus, with the ambition to excite, entertain and reward footfall fans across the Globe, from elite level to grassroots.

    Predator and Fury Energy give you the energy to rule… Rule Your Kingdom.


    About Feet’N’Tricks

    Established in 2017, Feet’N’Tricks has evolved from its humble origins to become a prominent figure in the promotion of Freestyle Football throughout Africa. Its mission is centred on elevating the standards of this dynamic sport across the continent.

    Driven by passion, Feet ‘N’ Tricks not only showcase the excitement of Freestyle Football but also strive to inspire, develop, and provide a platform for emerging talents. As a trailblazer in Freestyle Football, the organisation has successfully organised four Nigerian championships, four African championships, and was instrumental in hosting the inaugural World Championship in Africa. This underscores its pivotal role in offering talented Africans a global stage to exhibit their skills and enhance their marketability on an international scale.

    Feet ‘N’ Tricks’ recent events have drawn participants from over 30 countries, underscoring the widespread appeal and influence of the initiative. These events are integral to our commitment to advancing the sport, nurturing talent, and fostering a vibrant global community of freestylers. They not only showcase exceptional skills but also celebrate the rich cultural diversity found within the African continent.

    For more information about Feet ‘N’ Tricks, please visit their channels:


    For more information about the activities of the WFFA, follow its official channels to get the latest updates!

  • Erlend Fagerli and Aguska Mnich take the crown as World Champions in Nairobi

    Erlend Fagerli and Aguska Mnich take the crown as World Champions in Nairobi

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    In the first-ever World Freestyle Football Championship to be held in the African continent, the most successful freestyler of all time did not disappoint: Norwegian legend Erlend Fagerli took his 10th title of World Champion after beating French rising star Tristan Gac in the male final and confirmed his status of absolute legend of the sport.

    In a spectacular venue, the Bomas of Kenya in the vibrant city of Nairobi, an enthusiastic crowd also witnessed the extraordinary feat of Polish superstar Aguska Mnich, who beat Dutch powerhouse Jasmijn Janssen in the female Final and secured her sixth World Championship. Laura Biondo, from Venezuela, and Jesse Marlet, from the Netherlands, took the bronze medals in their respective categories.

    The 2023 edition of the World Freestyle Football Championship, organised by the World Freestyle Football Association together with prestigious Kenyan agency Homeboyz, was the first World Final to take place under the new competitive structure of the Pulse Series, with qualification events happening across all continents in the world. For the first time as well, the event was broadcast on the TikTok channel of Italian football giants Juventus, where it achieved massive success.

    “I’m just… so happy”, said Erlend Fagerli, the newly-crowned Freestyle Football male World Champion. “It’s very special to win such a tournament right before retiring from the professional circuit. I wasn’t sure I was going to win at all – the level this year was incredibly high. It’s amazing how the sport has evolved since I started!”.

    “I’ve been working so hard for this… I almost can’t believe it happened”, said Aguska Mnich, the new female World Champion. “It’s truly a dream to be here and be World Champion again. I had many difficulties on the way here, but thanks to my trust in God, I’ve finally made it. I know it wasn’t me – it’s all thanks to Him.”

    The event week also included a series of legacy activities aimed at giving back to the local community in Nairobi, who generously supported the athletes during their time in the Kenyan capital.

    Experience again all the thrills of the 2023 World Freestyle Football Championship on the official YouTube channel of the WFFA:

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    For more information about the World Freestyle Football Championship, check out the official Tournify page of the competition or visit the corresponding Event Page
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    For more information about the activities of the WFFA, follow its official channels to get the latest updates!

  • Juventus Football Club confirmed as Media Partner for the World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

    Juventus Football Club confirmed as Media Partner for the World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

    The World Freestyle Football Association (WFFA) has announced today an exciting partnership with Italian football powerhouse Juventus and their Juventus Creator Lab which will see the most prestigious Freestyle Football event of the year, the World Freestyle Football Championship, broadcast live on the official TikTok channel of the club.

    The 2023 edition of the World Freestyle Football Championship will be hosted by the prestigious Kenyan agency Homeboyz Entertainment at the extraordinary Bomas of Kenya in Nairobi on November 25th. The event will be bringing together the top 32 freestylers on the planet for a unique display of skill and competitiveness.

    The World Finalists, coming from all continents, have qualified for the event through a series of six highly competitive regional qualifiers, the Pulse Series. Among the elite athletes who will face off in Nairobi are the two reigning Champions, Erlend Fagerli (Norway) and Caitlyn Schrepfer (USA), who took famous victories last year at the spectacular ancient Roman Amphitheatre of Pula, in Croatia.

    Juventus aims to continue its advocacy for freestyle football now supporting the ecosystem alongside the WFFA. After the first-ever freestyle challenge on TikTok in May 2023, won by the Brazilian Freestyle Football and Futsal player Adonias Fonseca, Juventus will now support again the freestyle movement, streaming on the same social media the official World Championship.

    “To have such a prestigious and iconic name in the Sports Industry wanting to collaborate in this way is very exciting for Freestyle Football”, said Dan Wood, Co-founder at the WFFA. “Juventus’ TikTok channel is one of the largest Football-themed channels worldwide; its extraordinary reach will allow fans all around the world to discover the amazing athletes at the World Freestyle Football Championship and to enjoy the event itself from a new and unique perspective.”

    “We are very excited to team up with the WFFA and the sport of Freestyle Football”, said Mike Armstrong, Juventus Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. “Juventus consistently strives for new innovative ways to connect with our fans globally, and this partnership allows us to take a more significant role within the freestyle football ecosystem celebrating and working alongside the best worldwide.”

    As an added bonus of the relationship, four of the World Finalists will have the opportunity to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy in January for a content creation experience in Turin. 


    About Juventus FC

    Founded in 1897, Juventus FC is one of the most popular and awarded football clubs in the world. All club’s records have been achieved under the ownership of the Agnelli family who have managed it for 100 years. 

    Juventus can also count on an undisputed global reach with 580 million fans worldwide including more than 101 million fans in Europe and with more than 155 million followers on various digital channels is the most-followed Italian brand. 

    Among the players that wore or that are currently wearing the iconic black and white striped jersey there are some of the greatest players of football history like the Italians Boniperti, Del Piero, Pirlo, Buffon, Chiellini, Chiesa and Locatelli and the international stars like Platini, Baggio, Zidane, Nedved, Ibrahimovic, Cristiano Ronaldo and Vlahovic. 

    The club’s mission is to be a sport entertainment company committed to achieving success on the pitch and to enriching people’s lives by providing them with community, connection and emotional experiences.


    For more information about the activities of the WFFA, follow its official channels to get the latest updates!

  • The vibrant city of Nairobi to crown the best freestylers on the planet at the World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

    The vibrant city of Nairobi to crown the best freestylers on the planet at the World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

    The World Freestyle Football Association has announced today the final details of the event that culminates the competitive season: the World Freestyle Football Championship, which this year will take place in the fascinating city of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.

    The 2023 World Championship, organised together with the prestigious Kenyan agency Homeboyz, will be held at the Bomas of Kenya on Saturday, November 25th. The event will be broadcast live on the official YouTube, Facebook and Twitch channels of the WFFA starting at 15h EAT / 13h CET / 7am ET.

    The event week will include not just the highly anticipated World Finals, but also a series of legacy activities in Nairobi. These initiatives are aimed at giving back to the local community and spreading the word about the benefits of Freestyle Football for kids and teenagers.

    The World Freestyle Football Championship will bring together the best 32 freestylers on the planet, coming from all regions of the world through the six qualifying events of the WFFA Pulse Series:

    • Online Pulse Mombasa for Africa
    • Pulse Riga for Europe
    • Pulse New York City for North America
    • Pulse Córdoba for South America
    • Pulse Hiroshima for Asia-Pacific
    • Pulse Online for the rest of the world

    The list of participating athletes includes the two current World Champions, Caitlyn Schrepfer from the USA and Erlend Fagerli from Norway, as well as a collection of first-class talents from all continents:

    • Angelique Ferreira (South Africa) and Ali Yahia Ouahmed (Algeria), representing Africa
    • Melody Donchet (France), Aguska Mnich (Poland), Yoanna Dallier (France), Jasmijn Janssen (Netherlands) and Anastasia Bagaglini (Italy), as well as Tristan Gac (France), Jesse Marlet (Netherlands), Joan Sitjar (Spain), Tim Hoekman (Netherlands) and Nicolas ‘Nicox’ Rivière (France), representing Europe
    • Mathilde Fortier (Canada) and Yahaira Zapata (Mexico), as well as Patrick ‘Patshaw’ Shaw (USA) and Fahed Albreiki (USA), representing North America
    • Laura Biondo (Venezuela), DianaKarol’ Rojer (Panamá) and Marisa Cintra (Brazil), as well as Sebastián ‘Machine’ Peña (Colombia), Sebastián ‘Boyka’ Ortiz (Colombia) and Julián ‘KMP’ Sosa (Colombia), representing South America
    • Moeka ‘Moe-K’ Sakurai (Japan), Mai Yasutake (Japan) and Miharu Miyoshi (Japan), as well as Jay Hennicke (Australia), Hiroyuki ‘Hiro-K’ Kaneko (Japan), Philip ‘PWG’ Warren Gertsson (Philippines) and Akinobu ‘Aki’ Komine (Japan), representing Asia-Pacific

    A team of international elite judges will evaluate the performance of the participants following the official Rules of Freestyle Football, available on the website of the Association. The list includes prestigious former freestylers and experts in the sport, namely:

    • Andrew Henderson, 2014 World Champion, from the UK
    • Kamal ‘Kamalio’ Ranchod, from South Africa
    • Yo Katsuyama, from Japan
    • Sven Fielitz, from Luxembourg
    • Andreas Cetkovic, from France

    “This is the first World Final after the implementation of the Pulse Series qualification system, and honestly, we couldn’t be more proud of how everything has been so far,” said Steve Elias, President of the WFFA. “Our partnership with a top-notch agency such as the Homeboyz ensures that the event will be nothing short of sensational. We really can’t wait to meet the athletes in Kenya and kickstart the competition!”.

    “It’s an honour for me to be able to defend my World Championship in such a captivating location as Nairobi” declared Caitlyn Schrepfer, current female World Champion. “I’ve been working hard this year to be at my best in Kenya and can’t wait to face the best female freestylers in the world there. No doubt it will be a fantastic experience!”.

    “We are honoured to host these international tournaments in Kenya”, added Myke Rabar, President of the Kenyan Freestyle Football Federation. “It highlights our commitment to promoting Freestyle Football, and in the meantime, it provides a platform to showcase our beautiful country and boost tourism”

    For more information about the World Freestyle Football Championship, follow the official channels of the WFFA or visit the corresponding Event Page.


    For more information about the activities of the WFFA, follow its official channels to get the latest updates!

  • World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

    World Freestyle Football Championship 2023

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    The most awaited and competitive event of the Freestyle Football global circuit has finally arrived: the World Freestyle Football Championship 2023 is around the corner!

    In 2023, the World Finals of the one and only official World Championship will take place at the amazing Bomas of Kenya, located in the city of Nairobi, on November 25th. The best 32 freestylers in the world (16 men and 16 women), coming from the 6 events of the Pulse Series, will battle it out to crown the male and female World Champions!

    The list of judges, as well as all the details on the schedule of the event, will be revealed in the run-up to the event on the official channels of the WFFA. Stay tuned to keep up to date with the news!


    List of participants

    NameSurnameCountryQualifier
    ErlendFagerliNorwayPulse Riga
    TristanGacFrancePulse Riga
    JesseMarletNetherlandsPulse Riga
    JoanSitjarSpainPulse Riga
    NicolásRiviereFrancePulse Riga
    Patrick ColinShawUSAPulse New York City
    FahedAlbreikiUSAPulse New York City
    SebastiánPeñaColombiaPulse Córdoba
    SebastiánOrtizColombiaPulse Córdoba
    JuliánSosaColombiaPulse Córdoba
    JayHennickeAustraliaPulse Hiroshima
    Philip WarrenGertssonPhilippinesPulse Hiroshima
    HiroyukiKanekoJapanPulse Hiroshima
    AkinobuKomineJapanPulse Hiroshima
    AliYahia OuahmedAlgeriaOnline Pulse Mombasa
    MélodyDonchetFrancePulse Riga
    YoannaDallierFrancePulse Riga
    AguskaMnichPolandPulse Riga
    JasmijnJanssenNetherlandsPulse Riga
    AnastasiaBagagliniItalyPulse Riga
    Caitlyn MarieSchrepferUSAPulse New York City
    MathildeFortierCanadaPulse New York City
    Diana KarolRojerPanamaPulse Córdoba
    LauraBiondoVenezuelaPulse Córdoba
    MarisaCintraBrazilPulse Córdoba
    MoekaSakuraiJapanPulse Hiroshima
    MaiYasutakeJapanPulse Hiroshima
    MiharuMiyoshiJapanPulse Hiroshima
    SoraSuzukiJapanPulse Hiroshima
    AngeliqueFerreiraSouth AfricaOnline Pulse Mombasa
    TimHoekmanNetherlandsPulse Online
    YahairaZapataMexicoPulse Online

    Stay tuned to the official channels of the WFFA to follow the latest updates!

  • The WFFA unveils the visual identity of the 2023 World Freestyle Football Championship

    The WFFA unveils the visual identity of the 2023 World Freestyle Football Championship

    The World Freestyle Football Association has unveiled the visual identity of the 2023 edition of its most competitive tournament: the World Freestyle Football Championship (WFFC), which this year will take place in Nairobi, Kenya in late November.

    This event, the climax of a Freestyle Football competitive circuit that has visited all continents this season, will feature the 32 best freestylers in the world (16 males and 16 females). The athletes who have made it to this year’s World Final have been selected through the Pulse Series, comprising 6 events across all inhabited continents —Africa, Europe, North America, South America and Asia-Pacific— plus an Online qualifier for those who couldn’t make it to a physical competition.

    This year’s edition of the WFFC will be held at the extraordinary Bomas of Kenya, in the capital city of Nairobi. The event will be co-organised together with the prestigious Homeboyz, the leading sports events and communications agency in Kenya and in the whole Eastern Africa region.

    Lucaso Škoda, Head of Operations at the WFFA, said: “The 2023 edition of the WFFC will be the first-ever with the new global format and under the full ownership of the community. This is yet another evidence of the growth and strength not just of the WFFA as an organisation, but also of the sport of Freestyle Football itself. We can’t wait to put out this extraordinary show to the world!”.

    For more information about the WFFC, please visit the corresponding Event Page on our website.


    Stay tuned to the official channels of the WFFA to follow the latest updates!

  • WFFA Pulse Mombasa changes format and goes online to reach all corners of Africa

    WFFA Pulse Mombasa changes format and goes online to reach all corners of Africa

    The World Freestyle Football Association and their partners Homeboyz have announced today a change in the format of Pulse Mombasa, the official African qualifier for the World Freestyle Football Championship Finals. The competition, which was due to take place in the city of Mombasa, Kenya between July 15 and 16, 2023 will now move to an online basis to accommodate more freestylers across the continent.

    The decision to change the format of Pulse Mombasa has been reached after a thorough consultation process with the African community. The online solution, which will allow freestylers to compete from their cities instead of requiring them to travel, will ease the participation of athletes throughout the whole continent.

    The renewed Pulse Mombasa will keep using the current registration platform to ensure the change of format is as smooth as possible for the participants. Once they confirm their participation, the athletes will be contacted individually via Whatsapp and asked to send a 30-second qualification video, which the judges will use to rank them and split them into Circles of four freestylers. 

    These Circles will define the order of the battles in the knockout stage, featuring a Top-16 and a Top-8 both in the male category and a Top-8 in the female category. The best 12 freestylers, 8 men and 4 women, will then make it to the live online Finals, which will take place on July 16th – exactly the same weekend the live event was scheduled at.

    The updated calendar of the competition will be as follows

    • Signups process: from May 30th to June 13th
    • Qualification video reception process: From June 14th to June 21st
    • Online competition (including circles and knockout stage): from June 27 to July 12
    • Live Finals: July 15th and 16th

    The WFFA will reach out to all registered freestylers to let them know about the new structure. The judges of the competition, as well as the detailed calendar and all the relevant details about the event, will be made available on the corresponding Event Page on the official WFFA website, as well as on the social channels of the Association.

    Lukáš Škoda, Head of Operations at the WFFA, said: “During the build-up to Pulse Mombasa, we have been listening to the African community and realised that an adjustment in the format could help lots of athletes participate, particularly those from countries far away from Kenya. We are positive that this change will mean not just an increased participation, but also a higher competitive level plus the opportunity for many African athletes to showcase their amazing skills… and earn their well-deserved spot in the World Final!”.

    Myke Rabar, CEO of Homeboyz, spoke about the significance of this change, saying, “Homeboyz is excited to collaborate with WFFA in reimagining Pulse Mombasa as an online event. By leveraging the digital landscape, we can engage a wider audience and provide an avenue for Freestyle Football enthusiasts from all over Africa to participate and be recognized for their skills. This format change aligns with our commitment to fostering talent and promoting the growth of freestyle football across the continent.”


    About Homeboyz Entertainment PLC

    Homeboyz Entertainment made history by becoming the first publicly listed company in the entertainment industry on the Nairobi Stock Exchange in Kenya.

    With a strong presence and widespread recognition locally and internationally, Homeboyz has established itself as a household name in the entertainment industry since its inception in 1995. Over the years, the company has continuously reinvented itself, ensuring that its brand remains relevant and appeals to a diverse range of age groups and interests. As an integrated entertainment agency, Homeboyz offers a wide array of services including marketing, event management, 360-degree production, digital strategy, experiential marketing, and public relations.

    Homeboyz Entertainment PLC encompasses several leading brands, such as Homeboyz TV, Soundtraxx, Activate, Publicis Africa Group, and Tikiti, among others. The company takes immense pride in its ability to deliver tailor-made services and create memorable experiences for some of the region’s most esteemed brands, companies, and campaigns.

    For more information about Homeboyz Entertainment PLC, please contact info@homeboyz.co.ke or visit their various channels:

    • Website: https://homeboyz.co.ke/
    • Instagram: @homeboyzkenya
    • Twitter: @homeboyzPLC
    • Facebook: Homeboyzkenya
    • Youtube: Homeboyz TV

    Stay tuned to the official channels of the WFFA to follow the latest updates!

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