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Abukuse’s try not enough as Shujaa fall to Australia in Hong Kong

Kenya Sevens suffered a 14-5 defeat to Australia in their opening match of the HSBC SVNS World Championship Series, played on Friday, 17 April at the Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong, China.Heading into the clash, Shujaa were riding on confidence after finishing third in the SVNS 2 competition, while Australia arrived as one of the top sides on the main circuit, having placed third overall with 82 points.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKenya had the first real chance to get on the scoreboard, but Patrick Odongo’s effort was ruled out after he knocked on while collecting a kick from Nygel Amaitsa.Australia capitalized on the let-off, with Josh Turner finishing off a move from Ben Dowling to score the opening try. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9684877##The Aussies extended their lead before halftime, as James Turner sliced through the defence on the left wing to give his side a 14-0 advantage at the break.Shujaa came out stronger in the second half and struck almost immediately. Vincent Onya..

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Abich unrelenting on promotion chase despite poor run at new station

FC Talanta, have found the going tough in the National Super League (NSL) since dropping from the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) last season.Languishing in the mid-table, far off the top where one would expect them to be given their history in the division, Talanta’s lukewarm results do not help either. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsA 2-1 dispatching of bottom side Mwatate last time out, however, inspires, but just a little. Whether they can make the most of the remaining ten matches to finish in the top three remains a pipe dream, but not at all impossible. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9684877##At least this is what their newest midfielder, Brian Abich, thinks. Abich, brought in during the mid-season transfer window from Kibera Black Stars, says the NSL is just that, very competitive, and even three consecutive losses can take one out of the top four and into the bottom half of the table. Three back-to-back wins, on the other hand, can have the opposite effect, and th..

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BETTING GUIDE: St Pauli vs Koln, match preview, team news and prediction

Matchday 30 in the Bundesliga kicks off Friday with a key relegation six-pointer as 16th-placed St Pauli host 13th-placed Koln in Hamburg.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsSt Pauli sit on 25 points in the relegation playoff spot, while Koln hold a five-point advantage.The hosts have lost three of their last four games, including a 5-0 home thrashing by Bayern, but remain tough at home.Koln are in better form, picking up six points from their last four matches with a recent 3-1 win over Werder Bremen, though they are winless in their last ten away league games.##NAJAVA_MECA_9676642##St. Pauli come into this match struggling for consistency, with one win, two draws, and three losses in their last six matches.They have scored just three goals while conceding ten in that run, highlighting major attacking limitations and defensive vulnerabilities. Currently sitting 16th in the table with 25 points, they occupy the relegation playoff spot and are under pressure to deliver results.Lo..

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Loyalty above all: Caicedo agrees to extend deal with Chelsea

In 2023, when Chelsea broke the then-British record and brought in Moises Caicedo from Brighton for £115 million, many were skeptical of whether the Ecuadorian was indeed worth such a lavish sum.Three years later, people would still clash in their opinions on that question, but the Blues seem more than satisfied with the Ecuadorian. In fact, they are so delighted that they have reportedly agreed to extend his deal.Moises Caicedo’s extension is fully agreed with only official confirmation pending, and imminent.Caicedo has agreed terms until summer 2033 with his new wage matching his squad standing.🇪🇨 pic.twitter.com/49YdDu0r56— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) April 16, 2026 According to the BBC, the London side will thus tie their “warrior” until 2033, as his current contract was to expire two years earlier.Caicedo has been one of the Blues’ key players during Enzo Maresca’s stint on the bench, starting every Premier League match last season. The midfielder maintained the same role after Liam R..

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Iconic rivalry continues off the pitch: 50 days after Ronaldo, Messi buys club in Spain

The competition between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi has lasted for a decade and a half. The Portuguese and the Argentinian provided the world with the greatest individual rivalry in the history of football, while their fans measured and compared every bit of their stats: from goals and assists to titles, individual accolades, and, of course, Ballon d’Or awards, which the two have won 13 times.Three years ago, when Cristiano joined Al-Nassr and Leo signed with Inter Miami, the hype around them had faded, as they weren’t in the spotlight anymore. Some new heroes took their places, though their rivalry will remain unmatched for many years to come.He’s not just player anymore: CR7 becomes co-owner of Spanish second-tier teamIt may have faded, but it hasn’t completely died. Instead, it apparently continued off the pitch.Namely, in the last days of February, La Liga 2 side Almeria announced that Ronaldo had purchased 25% of their shares, stepping into ownership.Just 50 days later, Mes..

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Boost for AFC Leopards as influential quartet return ahead of clash with Police FC

Giants AFC Leopards have been handed a major boost to their title race with the return of four influential players from injury.Ingwe, had been hit by an injury crisis over the last two months, forcing coach Fred Ambani to turn to his fringe players.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAmbani can now afford a smile after the return of vice captain Kayci Odhiambo, his defensive partner Emmanuel Lwangu, goalkeeper Humphrey Katasi, and winger Julius Masaba.##NAJAVA_MECA_9684877##Odhiambo, a central defender who can also slot in midfield, had been out nursing a foot injury.Lwangu, on the other hand, had been nursing an ankle injury that got worse during their 4-1 loss to Mathare United.Fast-rising Kenyan coach lands deal with Djibouti national youth teamsFirst-choice goalkeeper Katasi, on his part, limped off the team’s 1-0 defeat to KCB on 26 February due to a hamstring injury.Ugandan James Ssetuba has been doing business in between the sticks since then.Former Kariobangi Sharks win..

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Former Harambee Stars midfielder rejoins Shabana after parting ways Murang’a Seal

Shabana FC has confirmed the return of former club analyst Osborne Monday as the team’s first assistant coach.Download Our Mozzart Sport App For More NewsHis appointment comes just days after the former Harambee Stars midfielder parted ways with FKF Premier League side Murang’a Seal.The move signals intent from the Tore Bobe hierarchy, who are currently in the process of rebuilding their technical setup following the departure of head coach Peter Okidi on 17 March.##NAJAVA_MECA_9676656##Monday’s return is seen as a strategic decision, with the club banking on his familiarity with the team’s structure and philosophy to stabilize operations on the bench.“We are delighted to welcome back Hosbon Monday as our 1st assistant coach. Following his previous experience with the team and his deep understanding of our team philosophy, we believe he is the right fit for this role as we fast-track the rebuilding process of our technical bench,” the club announced across its social media platforms.Fa..

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BETTING GUIDE: Lens vs Tolouse, match preview, team news and prediction

Seeking to close the gap in the Ligue 1 title race, Lens will kick off Matchday 29 on Friday as they welcome Toulouse to Stade Bollaert-Delelis.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsLes Sang et Or sit four points behind Paris Saint-Germain after a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Lille, while 10th-placed Toulouse arrive following a heavy 4-0 loss to the same side last weekend.##NAJAVA_MECA_9676639##Lens come into this match with mixed recent form, recording two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six matches.They have scored 12 goals and conceded nine in that run, averaging two goals per game but showing defensive inconsistency.Sitting second in the table with 59 points, Lens remain firmly in the title race, though pressure is mounting.Salt in the wound – Ekitike’s horrific injury leaves his World Cup hopes hanging by a threadTheir home form is a major strength, having won 13 of their last 14 matches at Bollaert-Delelis, including dominant wins of 5-1 and 3-0 in recent outing..

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Fast-rising Kenyan coach lands deal with Djibouti national youth teams

Kenyan tactician Abubakar Ali has secured a breakthrough, on the continental stage, after being appointed head coach of both the Djibouti U-17 and U-20 national teams.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Eastleigh-raised gaffer now takes charge of two critical development sides, with the responsibility of nurturing young talent and building a strong pipeline for the country’s senior national team.Ali’s appointment marks a return to the dugout after a period out of active coaching since October 2025, when he parted ways with Mogadishu City Club in Somalia following their CAF Champions League preliminary clash against Kenya Police.##NAJAVA_MECA_9676565##Despite his relatively young age, the Kenyan has steadily built a reputation across the region, having previously handled Somali outfits Elman SC between 2024 and 2025 and Horseed SC, where he guided the side to an impressive second-place league finish.His immediate focus will be on preparing the two youth sides for upcoming re..

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After 42 years: Forest reach European semis and schedule English duel with Villa

It’s hard to say whether it proves the strength of the English Premier League or the weakness of the UEFA Europa League – yet, the EPL relegation strugglers, Nottingham Forest, will play in the UEL semi-finals after beating ten-man Porto at home 1-0 and securing a narrow 2-1 win on aggregate.🔴 Nottingham Forest 1-0 Porto 🔵 (2-1 agg) Forest reach their first European semi-final since the 1983-84 UEFA Cup pic.twitter.com/C2yYnlMm0T— 101 Great Goals (@101greatgoals) April 16, 2026 Even though many would point out Morgan Gibbs-White’s 12th-minute winner as the highlight of the game, the true decisive moment occurred four minutes earlier when the visitors’ defender Jan Bednarek was sent off for a horrendous tackle on the Trees’ striker Chris Wood.The New Zealander missed the past six months due to a knee surgery, returned to the pitch last week in the first leg against Porto, and now re-injured the same knee, being unable to continue the match and putting his appearance at the upcoming Worl..

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