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National Super League side, Nairobi City Stars, has parted ways with head coach Salim Babu and his assistant, Patrick Gitagia, following the expiry of their contracts. Babu joined the Kawangware-based side in January 2025, midway through the 2025/26 season, while the team was still competing in the FKF Premier League with the task to avoid the chop. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHis arrival came at a turbulent period, and despite his efforts, the former Kenya Police and Nzoia Sugar coach could not prevent relegation to the lower tier. Following the conclusion of the season, Babu opted to remain with Nairobi City Stars, determined to lead the team’s immediate push for promotion back to the top flight. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9658189##While the Simba Wa Nairobi enjoyed an encouraging start to the current NSL campaign under the one-time Mozzart Bet Cup winning coach, their form soon faltered. A recent four-match winless streak, including three losses and a draw, further complicated th..

It was chaos, frustration, and total collapse for Daniil Medvedev on Wednesday in Monte Carlo, where the Russian suffered the first 6-0, 6-0 defeat of his career, courtesy of a ruthless Matteo Berrettini.On a surface he has long despised, Medvedev looked completely out of sorts. After dropping the opening set and immediately falling behind in the second, his frustration boiled over. First came a racquet throw into the backboards, then, to the crowd’s amusement, he retrieved it and smashed it into the ground repeatedly until it snapped in half.Este es el clip del milenio pic.twitter.com/mp5lydngdG— MUNAR ‘EL MAGICO’ (@BerridosDeMunar) April 8, 2026 The outburst summed up a nightmare performance.Medvedev won just two points across the final 11 games, finishing with 28 unforced errors, five double faults, and a woeful return behind his second serve. For a player who once called clay “a surface for losers,” this was another painful chapter in his uneasy relationship with it.Meanwhile, Berr..

Red-hot Harambee Stars forward Moses Shumah delivered yet another clinical performance on Wednesday, 8 April netting a brace to inspire Power Dynamos to a 3-0 victory over Mines United in a rescheduled Zambia Super League fixture at Arthur Davies Stadium.The reigning champions wasted little time asserting their dominance, with midfielder Austin Muwowo breaking the deadlock at the quarter-hour mark. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsRising highest to meet a well-delivered cross from Evans Ogbonda, Muwowo powered home a header to hand the hosts an early advantage.Dynamos maintained their attacking tempo, and their persistence paid off nine minutes before the break when Shumah doubled the lead. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9658189##The former Kakamega Homeboyz forward latched onto a precise delivery from Daniel Adoko, before calmly dispatching a low right-footed effort past goalkeeper Chitambala Christo, ensuring the hosts went into halftime firmly in control.Upon resumption, Mines United show..

When Kylian Mbappe burst onto the scene as a teenager, the football world quickly pencilled him in as a future Ballon d’Or winner. Years later, that crowning moment still hasn’t arrived. Instead, he’s watched fellow Frenchmen like Karim Benzema and Ousmane Dembele take the prize – players few would have tipped ahead of him not long ago.And now, he might have a new rival. Because after a dazzling night in Madrid, Michael Olise has officially entered the conversation.Bayern finally win in Madrid, Mbappe gives hope to RealFor years, the Bundesliga has been dismissed as a ‘farmers league’, its stars often overlooked in major individual awards. Only Robert Lewandowski has cracked the Ballon d’Or top three in the past decade. But that narrative could shift this season, with Bayern Munich chasing major silverware and boasting two genuine contenders.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658380##One is, of course, Harry Kane, whose goalscoring exploits continue to make headlines. The other? Michael Olise. Quietly bri..

Meeting for the third time in two seasons, Aston Villa and Bologna will convene at Stadio Dall’Ara for the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday evening.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsAfter losing twice in England, the Italian side are now aiming to extend a long streak without European defeat; meanwhile, Villa will seek an eighth straight win in UEFA’s second-tier tournament.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658024##Bologna head into this fixture in solid form, having gone unbeaten in 11 consecutive European matches.Across their last five games in all competitions, they have recorded three wins, one draw, and one loss, scoring eight goals while conceding six.Domestically, Bologna sit outside the European qualification spots in Serie A, trailing the top six, which makes this competition their primary route back into continental football.If anyone can fix Azzurri, it’s PepTheir home form has been mixed compared to their away performances, but they remain difficult to break..

Often described by the phrase “Tulia” (keep calm) Stephen Ochieng serves as the calm and composed presence between the posts for Shabana FC.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsHis emergence as one of the standout goalkeepers in the league this season is no coincidence.With 11 clean sheets to his name, he has become the defensive cornerstone of Shabana’s structure, blending shot-stopping excellence with modern goalkeeper responsibilities in build-up and space control.His profile is not just that of a reactive, last-line-of-defense, but increasingly that of a proactive, game-influencing No. 1 who shapes phases both in and out of possession.##NAJAVA_MECA_9646863##Within Shabana’s tactical framework, Ochieng operates as a stabilizer and tempo-setter, balancing calculated risk with positional discipline.STARS ABROAD: Harambee Stars defender features as Wrexham hold West BromFrom a physical standpoint, Ochieng’s athleticism underpins much of his effectiveness. He can react quickly to ..

Kakamega Homeboyz twice surrendered their lead to settle for a 2-2 draw with Nairobi United in an entertaining FKF Premier League encounter staged at Kasarani Stadium on Wednesday, 8 April.In a match that lived up to expectations, a brace from Oliver Majaka proved insufficient for the visitors, as Nairobi United responded through Michael Karamor and Mustafa Kizza to ensure the spoils were shared in a pulsating contest.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHeading into the rescheduled fixture, Homeboyz were keen to secure maximum points to close the gap on title contenders Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards, while also seeking revenge for their 2-0 first-leg defeat at Bukhungu Stadium. Nairobi United, on their part, came into the clash buoyed by a commanding 3-0 win over Shabana, aiming to complete a season double and strengthen their push for a top-five finish in their maiden top-flight campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_9657770##The match began at a frenetic pace, with the hosts pressing aggressive..

Seven heaven? The Premier League could be on the verge of sending a staggering seven clubs into next season’s UEFA Champions League – a scenario that would underline its growing dominance across Europe.The pathway is complex, but very real.Champion jealously guards the trophy – PSG on the charge steamrolls a broken LiverpoolEngland is already guaranteed at least five Champions League spots thanks to its UEFA coefficient ranking. But that number could rise even further depending on European success.If either Aston Villa – currently sitting fourth – or Nottingham Forest win this season’s UEFA Europa League, they would secure automatic qualification for the Champions League, regardless of their league position.Add another twist: if Liverpool fail to finish in the top five but go on to win the Champions League, they would also book their place in next season’s competition.Put those scenarios together, and the number could climb to seven.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658024##There is, however, a balancing..

Amateur Ali Wasim maintained his position at the top of the leaderboard after round two of the Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing Qualifying School at Limuru Country Club.Wasim, who led after the opening round, returned a 1-over-par 73 to move to 3 under par 141 overall, enough to keep him narrowly ahead heading into the third round. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHis round featured an early bogey on the par 5 third hole, but he recovered well with a birdie on the ninth to make the turn at level par. On the back nine, he mixed a birdie on the 13th with bogeys on the 12th and 14th, doing just enough to retain the outright lead.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658371##Reflecting on his performance, Wasim said: “It wasn’t my best round, but I’m happy I was able to stay in it. I made a few mistakes out there but also managed to recover at key moments. Over four rounds, that’s part of the game, so the focus now is to reset, stay patient and come back stronger tomorrow.”Tanzania’s Isaac ..

The 2026 Diamond League season has suffered an early disruption after the opening leg in Doha was postponed due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Originally scheduled for Friday, 8 May at the Qatar Sports Club, the event will now be held on Friday, 19 June at the Khalifa International Stadium, provided conditions in the region improve.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe decision comes amid heightened tensions following military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran in February, sparking a broader conflict that has since destabilized the region. The situation escalated further this month when Iranian aerial attacks reportedly caused significant damage to Qatar’s major gas infrastructure, following earlier Israeli strikes on Iranian facilities.##NAJAVA_MECA_69658189##As a result, several sporting events across the Middle East have either been postponed or cancelled, highlighting the far-reaching impact of the crisis. Among them are Formula One race weekends..