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Maresca refuses to apologise for City’s Anfield party: “What do you want us to do?”

Enzo Maresca has no regrets about Manchester City’s celebrations at Anfield. If anything, the Italian cannot understand why anyone expected them to behave differently after a statement 3-0 victory over Liverpool.City’s players celebrated wildly at the final whistle, while their travelling supporters filled the away end with inflatable bananas in a defiant display amid the storm surrounding the club’s alleged financial breaches.The reaction drew criticism, with City facing the prospect of severe sanctions over accusations that they artificially inflated sponsorship income by more than £850 million. ##LINKED_NEWS_69805##But when the subject was raised ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, Maresca’s response was blunt.”Criticised for what?” he asked.Once the question was explained, the City boss doubled down.”We won 0-3 at Anfield, what do you want us to do? And even if it was 0-1, it was exactly the same,” he said.”We are here today to win tomorrow’s gam..

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BETTING GUIDE: Manchester City vs PSG, Match Preview, Team News and Prediction

Fresh from their statement win at Anfield, Manchester City lock horns with UEFA Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain under the lights at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThese two European giants meet for the first time since PSG secured a 4-2 home victory over the Citizens in the League Phase of the 2024-25 competition.Amid all the off-pitch financial adversity, Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City side are in electric form, having won eight consecutive matches across all competitions – including their 2-0 UCL opener against Porto.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027781##Meanwhile, back-to-back European champions PSG sit top of the 36-team Champions League Phase standings after cruising to a 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava, setting up an unmissable heavyweight clash.Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Wednesday 14 OctoberVenue: Etihad Stadium, ManchesterGroup: UEFA Champions League (League Phase – Matchday 2)Current standings: PSG 1st (3 pts, +5 GD) ..

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Gor Mahia’s title defense off to perfect start in historic night clash

Record league champions Gor Mahia got their title defense off to a flying start after swatting aside Murang’a Seal 4-2 in their opening FKF Premier League encounter staged under the floodlights at Nyayo Stadium on Tuesday, 13 October. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe game was the first clash to be staged past dusk, despite FKF lifting a night match ban in April 2014 that it had slapped on Premier League clubs due to security concerns in the aftermath of the 2013 Westgate Mall terror attacks in Nairobi. Talanta Stadium confirmed for first major international sporting eventAlpha Onyango set the tone of the game with his opener in the fifth minute, as Gor Mahia turned on the style in the second half, with Shariff Musa bagging a brace either side of a Jackson Dwang’s thunderbolt. Former Gor Mahia forward Josphat Lopaga managed to put some respect on the scoreline by grabbing a brace in the final 15 minutes of the game.More to follow…

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Priceless legacy of #23: Michael Jordan’s $14M jersey makes history

A jersey worn by Michael Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals has changed hands for a staggering $14 million, setting a new record for basketball memorabilia, according to auction house Hunt Auctions.The company confirmed on Monday that Ron Firman, a Miami-based real estate investor, acquired the historic item through a private transaction. Jordan wore the red Chicago Bulls jersey in Game 2 of the Finals against the Utah Jazz, helping his team secure a victory that levelled the series at 1-1. The Bulls eventually prevailed in six games, capturing their sixth NBA championship and the final title of Jordan’s legendary career.A piece of Michael Jordan history just sold for a staggering $14 million. His autographed, game-worn Chicago Bulls jersey from Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals set a new record as the most expensive piece of basketball memorabilia ever sold. 📷 Getty, Hunt Auctions https://t.co/KQ37SyU9De— Complex (@Complex) October 12, 2026 That memorable 1997-98 campaign later became the ..

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Ambani’s plan to dethrone Gor Mahia as AFC Leopards commence new season

AFC Leopards head coach Fred Ambani has challenged his side to build on last season’s second-place finish by mounting a serious title challenge as they begin their 2026/27 FKF Premier League campaign against Bandari FC on Wednesday, 14 October.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIngwe face the Dockers at Police Sacco Stadium, with Ambani stressing the importance of winning their opening fixture as they seek to end their 29-year wait for the league title.Talanta Stadium confirmed for first major international sporting eventSpeaking to the club’s media ahead of the encounter, Ambani said the team’s objective was to improve on last season’s performance and reclaim the championship.“Definitely, we cannot do anything below the second position from last year’s performance, so now we aim higher and, for sure, we are going for the title.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027761##“We have talked to the players about the need for a solid outing. We want to start strongly, and that is what we have made them..

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“I’d steal that from Mourinho!” Gasperini delivers a witty tribute before Madrid clash

Jose Mourinho is heading back to Rome, where applause is expected to greet the man who delivered European silverware to the Eternal City. But once the emotion fades at the Stadio Olimpico, the focus will shift to a heavyweight Champions League showdown – and a reunion that could come with plenty of tension.Real Madrid visit Roma on Wednesday at 10 pm, marking Mou’s first return since leaving the Italian capital in January 2024. ##LINKED_NEWS_69789##Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini believes the Portuguese deserves a warm welcome, even if his own side will be determined to spoil the occasion.”It is right that the fans greet him with applause. There was a great deal of love for Jose, and he deserves every recognition he receives,” Gasperini said. “He is one of the most decorated coaches of all time.”The Roma boss, however, expects that affection to disappear the moment the match gets underway.”I’m convinced that once the game starts, the fans will think only about supporting Roma,” he adde..

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Migori Youth tipped for greatness by Kenya Police FC head coach

Kenya Police FC head coach Nicholas Muyoti has backed Migori Youth FC to become a competitive force in their debut FKF Premier League campaign, citing their youthful squad, quality players and experienced technical bench as key ingredients for success.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMuyoti made the remarks after Police were held to a 1-1 draw by the newly promoted side in their league opener at Awendo Green Stadium on Sunday, 11 October, with Migori Youth displaying composure and tactical discipline in their first-ever top-flight outing.Robert Matano slams current state of Kenyan footballThe hosts made a flying start, taking the lead in the fifth minute through Vincent Wanga before Police fought back to restore parity on the stroke of half-time through Brian Chonjo.Migori Youth remained a difficult opponent for the Law Enforcers for extended spells, with their tactical adjustments forcing Muyoti to respond from the technical area.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027794##Although neither sid..

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Robert Matano slams current state of Kenyan football

KCB FC head coach Robert Matano has condemned the state of Kenyan football after playing their opening game of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, which was delayed for over a month.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe veteran tactician has joined a growing list of football stakeholders expressing frustration with the persistent wrangles that have continued to disrupt the local game, with the delayed start of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season providing the latest flashpoint.The new campaign was pushed back by several weeks after the promotion/relegation playoff between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United disrupted the league’s planned start.Government issues update on Moi Stadium Kisumu reconstruction [PHOTOS]The decisive encounter, which determined the final composition of the top flight, was eventually scheduled for Thursday, 1 and Tuesday, 6 October, further prolonging the wait for the new season.The delay came against the backdrop of divisions within the Football..

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End after 13 years: Real Madrid legend has a new club

According to popular superstition, 13 is an unlucky number, but for Dani Carvajal, it could hardly be further from the truth. After 13 memorable years at the Santiago Bernabeu, the former Real Madrid captain has left the Spanish giants and officially joined their city rivals, Getafe, on a free transfer.##TWITTER_

##For that deal to go through, both sides had to make a concession. Azulones have signed a highly experienced player, albeit one with a worrying injury record, as Carvajal has struggled to stay fit since tearing his ACL in October 2024.On the other hand, the 34-year-old right-back agreed to a significant pay cut, taking home €..

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Wedding party where bride and groom ignored the guests – Benin coach reveals further details of Messi’s farewell

From the Argentinian point of view, Lionel Messi’s last game was a national holiday. The game was great, they defeated Benin 3-0 and the most popular person in Argentina was given a spectacular farewell from the national team.But for their opponents, it was not a pleasant experience at all. Many were surprised to hear that a small African country was chosen for such a spectacle, but for the Cheetahs, it was certainly an honour. Still, after the game, the Benin coach lamented, in particular, the impossibility for his players to obtain photos or jerseys from their Argentinian counterparts, despite their attempts. He also denounced the restrictions imposed by security personnel, who allegedly prevented the players from approaching Messi and accessing the areas reserved for the Argentinian national team.##LINKED_NEWS_69710##And now Gernot Rohr’s words were confirmed by his assistant Tunde Adelakun, who shared his thoughts in a long post published on the website “The African Football Club”…

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