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It’s been seven long years since Roma played in the Champions League and finally, they managed to do it in 2026. Their first home game in the competition was against none other than Real Madrid, an opponent which defeated Roma the last four times, not allowing a single goal. But Roma under Gianpiero Gasperini is a bold team, which attacks and runs at anybody, including the multiple winner of the Champions League. After all, Gasperini used to defeat Jose Mourinho while at Atalanta. And when the home team took a 3-1 lead in the 57th minute, it looked that a victory is within reach. But suddenly, Roma’s inexperience kicked in and Giallorossi allowed three goals in the space of just seven minutes for a total turnaround and Real’s 4-3 victory.Real played bad, Real allowed three goals and could have allowed even more, Real missed its chances, but somehow, Real won. That half an hour of the game after Roma took a 3-1 lead was Madrid’s best performance so far, and the home team will have only ..

AFC Leopards will kick-start their new FKF Premier League campaign on Wednesday afternoon with a clear objective: secure maximum points against Bandari FC at Police Sacco Grounds in South C, with kick-off scheduled for 4 pm.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe fixture was initially scheduled for Sunday but was postponed due to no suitable venue being available. Ingwe, who boast one of the largest fan bases in Kenyan football, will host a league match at Police Sacco Grounds for the first time, with their traditional home ground, Nyayo National Stadium, unavailable.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027773##Having finished behind record league champions Gor Mahia last season, Leopards are determined to mount a stronger title challenge and end their 29-year wait for league glory.Head coach Fred Ambani has made it clear that the club’s ambitions have risen following last season’s second-place finish, with the title now firmly in their sights.“Definitely, we cannot do anything below the second pos..

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..

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..

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..

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”…

Michael Carrick is under pressure, and it’s hardly any news when it comes to Manchester United. Every manager since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure 13 years ago has been under huge pressure, the question was only how quickly the pressure arrived during his tenure. For Carrick that time is already now, in October. After some bad results before the international break, the fans expected a win over sorry Tottenham, but instead, the 10-men Spurs managed an injury-time draw. And after that ‘bitter pill’ comes the tricky away game at Madrid, against Atletico.##LINKED_NEWS_69778##Carrick is second-favourite for a sack (after Fulham’s Arbeloa), but he tried to point out that long-term managers have proved to be good solutions, like Cholo Simeone.“Building something takes a journey and you’ve got to overcome things. I’m sitting here with a coach that’s been here a long, long time and I’m sure there’s times when there’s been waves when it hasn’t quite gone to plan. They’ve had huge successes and w..

Harambee Starlets head coach Godfrey Oduor was left impressed after the returning duo of Corazone Aquino and Jentrix Shikangwa helped the team beat Seychelles 11-0.The duo had been left out of the squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) by former head coach Beldine Odemba.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsHowever, following Odemba’s departure and Oduor’s appointment on an interim basis, both players were recalled to the national team, a move that was welcomed by Kenyan supporters.Speaking after Monday’s second-leg encounter in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualifiers at Ulinzi Sports Complex on October 12, Oduor highlighted the pair’s contributions as they returned to competitive action.“Jentrix came and scored a hat-trick, while Corazone had good command in midfield. They are part of the players we will be banking on and pushing to get even better,” said Oduor.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027781##The former Nairobi United tactician also assessed the team’s performance, ..

Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette has challenged Benni McCarthy’s assessment of Kenya’s chances at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting that Harambee Stars must believe they can win the continental title rather than rule themselves out of contention.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsMcCarthy recently cast doubt on Kenya’s ability to compete for the trophy, citing a lack of resources and the gap between the national team and Africa’s established football powerhouses. Mette, however, believes that every team entering a competition must have the ambition to win it, regardless of the calibre of its opponents.##NAJAVA_MECA_10017427##The South African coach sparked debate with his assessment of Harambee Stars ahead of next year’s tournament, which Kenya will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania.While acknowledging the emergence of a new generation of Kenyan players, some of whom are based in Europe, McCarthy maintained that the team was not yet equipped to challenge the continent’..

Gor Mahia and Murang’a Seal kick off their 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season opener at Nyayo Stadium under the floodlights.The reigning champions look to begin their domestic title defense on a high note following an intensive pre-season and continental campaign.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsBoth teams enter matchday one following extensive squad overhauls during the transfer window. While Gor Mahia look to integrate key additions such as Denis Omedi and Ebenezer Ocran, Murang’a Seal arrive with a refreshed roster featuring marquee signings like Shami Mwinyi and Austine Omondi, setting the stage for a compelling opening clash.##NAJAVA_MECA_10017448##Kick-off: 7:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Tuesday 13 OctoberVenue: Nyayo StadiumGroup: Matchday One, SportPesa LeagueCurrent standings: 0 points (Season Opener)Aldrine Kibet’s major stumbling block revealed by Celta head coachQualification implications: First match of the 2026/27 SportPesa League season for both teams; crucial opportu..