Azzurri and Pep – a temptation taking serious shape

Pep Guardiola is in the thick of one of the most captivating title races in recent memory with Arsenal, hardly the moment for sweeping decisions about the future. And yet, beyond the immediacy of the Premier League run-in, a different narrative is beginning to take shape – one that could come into focus once the season ends.Despite being under contract with Manchester City until 2027, there exists a gentleman’s agreement that would allow Guardiola to walk away as early as this July, without compensation. Should he feel the weight of years at the Etihad and opt for a change, the path is clear. And in Italy, they are watching closely.##NAJAVA_MECA_9701981##After a disastrous period for Italian football, punctuated by failure in World Cup qualifying, the Italian Football Federation is preparing for a reset. A new president will be elected after June 22, and with that, a new head coach for the Azzurri. At the top of the wishlist: Pep Guardiola.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Span..

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BETTING GUIDE: Kariobangi Sharks vs Muranga Seal, match preview, team news and prediction

Kariobangi Sharks welcome Murang’a Seal in a crucial FKF Premier League clash on Saturday, with kickoff scheduled for 3:00 p.m. at the Police Sacco Stadium.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsBoth sides come into this encounter under pressure, searching for a return to winning ways after difficult recent runs.With league positions tightening, this fixture carries added significance for contrasting ambitions – survival for the hosts and mid-table consolidation for the visitors.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702075##Kariobangi Sharks head into this game in poor form, having gone winless in their last five matches across all competitions.Their most recent outing ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mara Sugar, a result that further deepened their relegation concerns.Kakamega Homeboyz youngster refuses to give up on ‘Golden Boot’ chase with 6 games leftLooking at their last five matches, Sharks have scored just one goal while conceding five, underlining their struggles in both attacking efficiency and d..

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Estevao’s WC appearance hanging by a thread, Neymar rubs his hands with glee

One man’s loss is another man’s gain.As cruel as it sounds, new examples that support this saying pop up almost every day, and the latest comes from Brazil.How many players paid tribute to Liam after the sack?Chelsea forward and one of the greatest prospects in today’s football, Estevao, suffered a severe injury six days ago against Manchester United, and his World Cup appearance is hanging by a thread.Following a counterattack run in the 16th minute, the 19-year-old fired a shot towards Senne Lammens’ goal and fell on the ground with a pained expression on his face, holding his right thigh. He left the pitch straight away, but no one imagined the injury he had picked up was so grave.🚨GLOBO:Estevão has almost a fully ruptured hamstring. Chelsea wants him to have surgery, which would completely rule him out for the World Cup.The player and CBF wants to take a conservative recovery approach in Brasil, which would be his only hope of making the World Cup. pic.twitter.com/fFSIC3sdvU— Brasi..

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Harambee Stars forward returns to action in Tanzania after weeks out

Harambee Stars forward Mohammed Bajaber was introduced at the start of the second half as Simba beat Mafunzo 1-0 in a Muungano Cup quarter-final clash staged on the night of Thursday, 23 April at the New Amaan Complex in Zanzibar. Bajaber would go on to play for close to 50 minutes, marking his return from injury.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAfter a cagey and uneventful first half, the breakthrough finally arrived when Selemani Mwalimu found the back of the net eight minutes after the restart.Mafunzo, stung by the setback, responded with renewed urgency and mounted sustained pressure in the closing stages of the match. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9702050##However, Simba’s defensive resolve held firm under pressure, as they managed to keep their opponents at bay.Bajaber’s appearance not only underlined his importance to the squad but also signaled a crucial step in his recovery journey. Kakamega Homeboyz youngster refuses to give up on ‘Golden Boot’ chase with 6 games leftThe forward h..

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Vini and Mbappe are not (good) enough, Madrid targets AC Milan’s forward

Real Madrid are preparing for a calculated repair. After a season that fell short of their own standards, the plan is clear: reinforce the spine with a new central defender and midfielder. But as often happens at the Bernabeu, the market rarely follows a script. A more unexpected storyline has begun to gather pace – one that points toward the flanks, and potentially, toward the uncertain future of Vinicius Junior.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702075##With just 14 months remaining on his contract, there is still broad optimism inside the club that Vinicius will commit his long-term future. Yet optimism is not certainty, and in Madrid, contingency planning is almost an art form. As a result, alternative options are quietly being explored. Among them, according to reports relayed from England, is Rafael Leao – a name that has long hovered on the periphery of elite transfer conversations.Further intrigue comes from Spain, where Diario AS suggests that Real Madrid may not have a clear run. Barcelona, them..

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BETTING GUIDE: Mathare United vs Nairobi United, match preview,team news and prediction

Mathare United and Nairobi United are set for a high-stakes showdown this Saturday at 3:00 p.m at the Kasarani Annex.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWith each side desperate to solidify their standing, fans can expect a high-intensity battle defined by aggressive attacking and tactical grit.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702379##Mathare United head into this encounter on the back of an impressive 3-0 victory over Bidco United, a result that highlighted their attacking efficiency and defensive organization.FKF president Hussein Mohammed responds to Ksh42 million CHAN insurance scandalOver their last five matches, Mathare have scored eight goals and conceded five, showing a balanced approach in both phases of play.Currently sitting 12th on the table with 34 points and a goal difference of -2, they are pushing to climb further away from the lower half.Their home form has been relatively solid, with notable wins including a 4-1 triumph over Leopards and the recent dominant display against Bidco..

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Why Sawe is predicting new course record in 2026 London Marathon

Kenyan long-distance runner Sabastian Sawe predicts that whoever wins the London Marathon this weekend will likely have to break the course record set by the late Kelvin Kiptum.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSawe, 31, is among a list of top-class athletes, who will headline the World Athletics Platinum Label road race on Sunday, 26 April.“The TCS London Marathon course is one of the most beautiful and fastest courses in the world,” Sawe, who comes into this year’s race as the defending champion, said on Thursday, 23 April.“It was my first time running in London last year, and it was one of the proudest moments of my life to cross the line as champion. I am excited to be coming back in 2026, and I know now a little bit more about what I can expect.”Kamworor unfazed by elite field ahead of London Marathon showdownSawe, a former World Athletics Road Running champion, made his debut in London last year a memorable one, as he won the race in a dominant 2:02.27, clocking the sec..

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Tusker take on resurgent Mara as Bidco eye fifth win of the season against Posta

Twelve-time Football Kenya Federation Premier League champions, Tusker, will hope to bounce back to winning ways when they take on Mara Sugar on Friday at the Police Sacco Grounds.Tusker were shockingly held to a barren draw by the free-falling Sofapaka in their last encounter, one many had predicted would be a big win for them.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe beer makers take on Mara, who are on the back of a 1-0 win over Kariobangi Sharks and unbeaten in their last three matches.##NAJAVA_MECA_9701719##Ahead of the 2 pm encounter, Tusker head coach Julien Mette insists that the team will not only be out to win but also to keep a clean sheet.“I am looking for players with hunger because we need to get the three points that we missed in our last match, and hopefully we get that together with a clean sheet.We must play with motivation and hunger, something we missed in our last match, which, in my opinion, was our worst performance since I joined the club,” he said in an i..

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Man United don’t want him, but Onana can still deliver

If you ask Manchester United, Andre Onana’s case at Old Trafford is closed. The Red Devils found a reliable, young custodian in Senne Lammens, for whom they paid quite a bit to the Belgian Royal Antwerp (€21 million), and thus do not count on the Cameroonian.Man United’s goalkeeping overhaul – Onana discarded, Lammens the first choiceIn fact, last June, they barely got rid of the African keeper, who eventually moved to Turkish club Trabzonspor on loan. And even though the Manchester side does not want him, Onana showed yesterday that he hasn’t lost his touch.On the contrary, the 30-year-old was the hero of Trabzonspor’s triumph over Samsunspor in the quarter-finals of the Turkish Cup, as he first got the rivals’ striker Cherif Ndiaye sent off, taking a hard knee to the head, and then impressed in the penalty shoot-out that followed a goalless draw, stopping three straight spot-kicks!Onana saved 3 penalties as Trabzonspor qualified for Turkish Cup semifinals. Man Utd needs to call him b..

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Kakamega Homeboyz youngster refuses to give up on ‘Golden Boot’ chase with 6 games left

Kakamega Homeboyz forward Oliver Majaka has reaffirmed his determination to clinch this season’s ‘Golden Boot’, insisting he will not ease up in his pursuit despite the daunting challenge ahead.The Kenya U-20 attacker has enjoyed a scintillating campaign, registering nine league goals from open play and 13 across all competitions.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHis impressive tally places him within striking distance of the league’s leading scorer, Joseph Waithira of Murang’a Seal, who currently leads the chart with 15 goals.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702050##With only six matches remaining before the curtain falls on the season, the race has intensified, setting up what promises to be a gripping finale.Paul Odhiambo of Ulinzi Stars has surged into contention with 13 goals, while Yves Koutiama of Kenya Police FC is level with Majaka on nine.Close behind are Humphrey Aroko of Kariobangi Sharks and Michael Karamor of Nairobi United, both on eight goals.English club finds new home in Keny..

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