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Obiri credits fellow Kenyan marathoner for motivation ahead of London Marathon debut

Former Boston and New York City Marathon champion Helen Obiri is lining up for her first London Marathon race in Sunday 26 April, hoping to continue her winning streak in the World Marathon Majors.Aside from the 2024 Olympics, where Obiri earned bronze, all seven of her other marathons have been in the US. She has won twice in Boston (2023 and 2024) and in New York (2023 and 2025), smashing the course record with 2:19:51 with her latest victory.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsObiri who went back-to-back in Boston before relegating the title to compatriot Sharon Lokedi, settling for second last year and missing last week’s action in the American race says she is motivated by her fellow compatriot to chase the London title, which is a different challenge for the former World Champion.”Watching Lokedi win in Boston last weekend has added to my motivation for Sunday’s race. I didn’t get to travel to London ahead of time to check out the course, but my coach has raced here and h..

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New stars emerge as curtains fall on 7th Kip Keino Classic

Rising star Kevin Chesang raced to the men’s 10,000m title at this year’s edition of the Kip Keino Classic, after clocking an impressive 28:31.50 to cross the line first in a tightly contested national event.Held at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, 24 April and concluding under the Nairobi lights, on a night that the skies held off to give the global champions who had gathered at the 18,000-seater facility a chance to entertain the Kenyan fanbase, the day was filled with phenomenal performances throughout the day.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIn a loaded race, the 20-year-old held his own to win ahead of Kipkandie Mkulia who came home in 28:36.37 and Kiboino Charles who closed the podium places in 28:37.81.Chesang’s victory marks another significant milestone in what has been a rapid rise through the ranks after an impressive show at the national cross country championship for second place.“The field was competitive but all along I was determined to win. Training in a hi..

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WPL: Trinity Starlets host Madira Soccer as Zetech takes on Bungoma Queens

The FKF Women Premier League returns after a three-week hiatus occasioned by the International break, as well as Junior Starlets FIFAU17 Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsTwo matches are lined up for Saturday, 25 April, when Trinity Starlets take on Madira Soccer Assassins, while Zetech Sparks square it out with Bungoma Queens.Heading into today’s matches, Kenya Police Bullets remain at the top of the league with 46 points, two more than second placed Ulinzi Starlets, with Trinity coming a distant third with 34 points.The relegation zone is occupied by Kisumu All Starlets, who are bottom of the log with -10 points, KISPED Queens with -5 points, and Gideon Starlets with 17 points.FKFPL PREVIEW: Shabana host Police as Sharks, Ulinzi fight for survivalTrinity Starlets vs Madira Soccer AssassinsTrinity Starlets will play host to Madira Soccer Assassins at their Comboni Polytechnic backyard from 1400 hrs.Trinity will take to the pitch for the f..

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Manchester boys dismantle Cremonese to secure Napoli’s UCL spot

The Scudetto race has long been over for Napoli, as Inter Milan’s advantage is practically unattainable, but the second place in the Serie A still has to be confirmed, and the Champions League ticket booked.Therefore, it’s no wonder Antonio Conte’s men took the home clash against the relegation strugglers Cremonese very seriously and demolished the rivals 4-0, breaking a two-game winless streak.The Azzurri run riot at the Maradona! 🍿🔥#NapoliCremonese pic.twitter.com/KtA3hZlWH6— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) April 24, 2026 The Neapolitans were already 3-0 up at the break, which perfectly reflects their strong motive, while the former Manchester boys took the lead in the first half.Scott McTominay broke the deadlock only three minutes into the game with a precise long-range effort. In the 45th minute, Rasmus Hojlund’s strike led to Filippo Terracciano’s own goal (though many would claim it was the Dane’s goal), as the ball deflected off the Cremonese midfielder and tricked the visitors’ cust..

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FKFPL PREVIEW: Shabana host Police as Sharks, Ulinzi fight for survival

The FKF Premier League match week 29 continues today, Saturday, 25 April, with four matches lined up after two others were played yesterday, Friday, 24 April.Shabana hosts Police FC, Mathare United face Nairobi United, Bandari takes on Ulinzi Stars, as Kariobangi Sharks battles Murang’a Seal.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsAhead of today’s games, Gor Mahia are still at the top of the league table with 58 points, with their arch-rivals AFC Leopards following closely with 55 points, while Police FC close the top three with 47 points to their name.At the other end of the table, Sofapaka are bottom with 17 points, and are joined in the relegation zone by Bidco United and Kariobangi Sharks with 23 and 26 points respectively.How the table looks ahead of the weekend#SportPesaLeague pic.twitter.com/UoAfEk4CLw— SportPesa League (@Officialfkfpl) April 24, 2026 Shabana vs PoliceShabana FC face Police FC at the Gusii Stadium from 1400 hrs, in what is the biggest highlight of today’s act..

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NSL Preview: MOFA, Fortune Sacco and Kibera lead promotion charge as relegation battle intensifies

The National Super League takes center stage this Saturday, 25 April, with a captivating round of fixtures that promise drama at both ends of the table, as promotion hopefuls intensify their charge, while relegation-threatened sides battle desperately for survival.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsAt the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium, all eyes will be on the clash between MOFA and Mwatate United—a fixture laced with significance for both promotion ambitions and relegation fears.MOFA, who have struggled for rhythm and consistency since the onset of the second leg, find themselves in a delicate yet promising position.Currently fifth on 53 points, they remain firmly within reach of the automatic promotion slots. Mwatate United this afternoon.🏟 Jomo Kenyatta Stadium, Mamboleo – Kisumu⏱ 2.00 PM👕 Jersey – Ksh. 1,000Show up for the White Rhinos.#WeAreMOFA #MOFAvMwatate pic.twitter.com/UpgYvN8Xr8— MOFA FC (@MOFAFC) April 25, 2026 Victory on Saturday could see them climb back to third place on..

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Kenya Cup: KCB, Kabras lead chase for final return as Blak Blad eye history

The long wait appears headed to an end. The gods of Kenya rugby have spoken, and the ancestors are patiently waiting.Excitement is sweeping across the local rugby scene. Mark your calendar and hold your horses.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsA rich rugby menu awaits to spice up a super Saturday at the KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka and the ASK Kakamega Showground, as the powerful valves of the game once again unite the nation in what analysts describe as a global battle in character and competition.The stage is now set for the Kenya Cup semi-finals on Saturday, 25 April, with four teams left standing in the race for the coveted title.In Kakamega, defending champions Kabras Sugar RFC will host the season’s surprise package Blak Blad at 3:00 p.m., while in Nairobi, KCB Rugby face off with Nondescripts RFC at 4:00 p.m.The Lions derby comes to live this weekend at the Lions Den Ruaraka for the #KenyaCup semi-finals.Second place KCB host Nondescripts RFC who earned a semi-final slot af..

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Is this the end? Former Arsenal star snatched the win from Real and sent Barca towards the title

It was already almost clear before the match that Barcelona would most likely win the La Liga title this season. But whenever we think Real Madrid might introduce even a hint of uncertainty into the race, they immediately prove us wrong.Tonight, they took the lead against Betis in the 17th minute, only to suffer a shock in the final seconds — a result that leaves Barça on the verge of a virtually certain title.Alvaro Arbeloa’s team started on the front foot and threatened early. In the 7th minute, Brahim Diaz delivered a cross from the edge of the box that found Kylian Mbappe in front of goal, but his touch sent the ball just wide. Betis were struggling to cope with Madrid’s tempo in the opening stages, barely seeing the ball and relying mostly on long runs from Cedric Bakambu, who couldn’t quite make them count.Kylian Mbappé will play his 100th game for Real Madrid todayReal Madrid only have a 52% chance to beat Real Betis Balompié pic.twitter.com/byFjNkV8a9— Kalshi FC (@KalshiFC) Apr..

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Pre-Match Tactical Analysis: How subtle patterns will decide Shabana’s clash with Kenya Police

Shabana’s upcoming clash with Kenya Police sets up as a fascinating tactical duel between two sides that share structural similarities out of possession, but diverge significantly in how they interpret transitions, build-up play, and attacking width.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsBoth teams have shown a preference for a 4-4-2 midblock defensively, yet the nuances within those systems – and how they morph in different phases – will likely define the outcome of this encounter.##NAJAVA_MECA_9701873##Kenya Police come into this match off a commanding 3-0 victory over AFC Leopards, but beneath that scoreline lies a very specific and somewhat unconventional match profile.They completed only 84 passes in a game with just 24 minutes of actual ball-in-play time, highlighting a highly direct, transition-heavy approach.Out of possession, they deploy a compact 4-4-2 midblock, occasionally stepping into a higher press led by the frontline pairing of Marvin Nabwire and Yves Koutiama.Thei..

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There can be only one, that one is Gasperini – Roma have sacked Ranieri

There can be only one — that was the motto of the cult film Highlander, and it turned out to be true in Roma’s case. Especially true when the two most important figures in the sporting sector — head coach Gian Piero Gasperini and the American owners’ advisor Claudio Ranieri — simply cannot stand each other.Somewhat surprisingly, considering they are both elderly: Gasperini is 68, Ranieri 74 — and yes, both are indeed gray-haired. But they couldn’t work together, and the management had to choose. They sided with the head coach.A dramatic fallout between Gasperini and RanieriRanieri, meanwhile, has ended his ten-month stint as an advisor, even though he had a contract until 2027. It’s not official yet, but only because the club is figuring out how to present it as a mutual termination.It isn’t mutual. After a public spat between Ranieri and Gasperini, the Friedkin family chose the latter. To be fair, Ranieri struck first when he openly criticized Gasperini in an interview with Gazzetta d..

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