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BETTING GUIDE: Arsenal vs Bournemouth, match preview, team news and prediction

On the verge of equalling their best Premier League winning run of the 2025-26 campaign, Arsenal welcome Bournemouth to the Emirates Stadium for Saturday’s lunchtime kickoff.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Gunners have prevailed in each of their last four top-flight encounters, while the Cherries have played out five successive draws in the division to establish a reputation as stalemate specialists.##NAJAVA_MECA_9658188##Arsenal come into this fixture in strong league form, having won four consecutive Premier League matches to reach 70 points from 31 games.Despite distractions from cup competitions and Europe, they have remained consistent domestically.Across their last five matches in all competitions, Arsenal have scored six goals and conceded four, reflecting a more controlled and defensively solid approach.End of golden era at Anfield: Robertson bows out after nine glorious yearsThey currently sit top of the table, nine points clear of their nearest challengers, put..

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End of golden era at Anfield: Robertson bows out after nine glorious years

Andy Robertson will bring the curtain down on a remarkable chapter at Liverpool, with the club confirming the Scottish left-back will depart at the end of the 2025-26 season when his contract expires.After nine years at Anfield, the 32-year-old leaves behind a legacy few full-backs in modern football can match. Signed from Hull City AFC in 2017, Robertson went on to make 373 appearances, becoming a cornerstone of one of Liverpool’s most successful eras.Through the years 🗓️ pic.twitter.com/w6LzvyhIUy— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 9, 2026 During his time on Merseyside, he helped deliver two Premier League titles and a Champions League crown, alongside a host of other silverware – from domestic cups to global honors – cementing his place in the club’s modern greats.”Now is the time for me to move on,” Robertson said. “I’ll always look back on amazing memories. I’ve put my heart and soul into this club for nine years and I’ve not got many regrets.”His departure signals more than just the exit..

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Loyalty over Messi – Maguire turned down Inter Miami for a new contract

Harry Maguire has reportedly turned down a big-money move to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, choosing instead to extend his stay with Manchester United. The experienced centre-back, who was set to become a free agent this July, has now agreed to a one-year extension at Old Trafford, with the option to prolong it by a further season.Despite strong interest from David Beckham’s Inter Miami, the England international has decided to remain in Manchester. As per The Sun, Maguire declined the chance to link up with Messi in MLS, prioritising continuity with United.🚨 England defender Harry Maguire snubbed a move to Inter Miami before signing a new contract with Manchester United.The 33-year old wants to finish his career at Old Trafford. (Source: Sun Sport) pic.twitter.com/47MhXlWAGd— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) April 8, 2026 Once viewed as expendable, he has revived his role within the squad and become a key figure under interim manager Michael Carrick, starting every game since ..

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Why Akonnor is not interested in ditching Gor Mahia for Black Stars job

Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has downplayed growing speculation linking him with a return to the Ghana national football team. The tactician insisted that his immediate priority remains firmly with the 21-time Kenyan champions.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAkonnor’s name has resurfaced in Ghanaian football circles following the departure of Otto Addo, who was relieved of his duties by the Ghana Football Association after a string of poor results.Ghana suffered a 2-1 defeat to Germany in Stuttgart on March 30, just days after a heavy 5-1 loss to Austria in Vienna, results that intensified pressure on the federation to make changes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.##NAJAVA_MECA_9647233##In a statement, the GFA confirmed the decision, thanking Addo for his service and indicating that a new technical direction for the Black Stars would be communicated in due course.With the position now vacant, Akonnor has emerged as one of several local coaches under consideration. R..

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FKFPL: Kizza scores stunner as Nairobi United leave massive dent on Shabana’s title hopes

Mustafa Kizza scored a stunning long-range goal as Nairobi United secured their first victory in five league matches after downing Shabana 3-0 at the Kasarani Stadium on Sunday, 5 April.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsWith his side looking poised for a comfortable 2-0 win, the Ugandan left-back scored one of the best goals this season, as he lifted a left-footed shot from deep inside the half-way line over Shabana keeper Stephen Ochieng, to cap a rampant performance from the league newcomers, who secured double over their free-falling visitors.Just like Christ, WE HAVE RISEN.•|| One City. One Dream. One Champion||•#WeAreNaiBois | #LazimaIchezwe pic.twitter.com/iIUKron4I5— Nairobi United (@nairobiunitedfc) April 5, 2026 Dancan Omala and Michael Karamor had been on target for Naibois in the first half, as Shabana were taken to school, before ultimately submitting to their fourth defeat in five league matches.Omala, who previously failed trials at Shabana, got the hosts rollin..

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Why Muluya is loyal to his philosophy despite Sharks facing relegation threat

Kariobangi Sharks head coach William Muluya has remained defiant in the face of mounting pressure, insisting he will not abandon his football philosophy even as his side continues to flirt with relegation.Sharks are currently 14th on the Kenyan Premier League table with 26 points, sitting 10 points above bottom-placed Sofapaka F.C, who have 16. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsDespite that cushion, their campaign has been far from convincing, having managed just five wins, alongside 11 losses and a similar number of draws so far this season.Pressure has been steadily building on Muluya to adapt, especially with results failing to reflect progress. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9647233##However, speaking after a barren draw against Gor Mahia F.C on Saturday, 4 April at the Kasarani Stadium, the tactician stood firm on his commitment to a possession-based style of play.“To me it is a religion, it is a culture, and we are not going to change, and no one is going to change William Muluya. I wil..

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🔴 LIVE BLOG: Austin Odhiambo puts Harambee Stars ahead against Grenada

Hello from wherever you are following us from, and welcome to our live blog as Harambee Stars aim to bounce back from their Estonia defeat with a clash against Gernada.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe match is slated for a 5 PM (EAT) kick-off at the Stade Amahoro in Kigali, Rwanda, with this being the first-ever meeting between the two nations.Kenya have an opportunity to secure a third-place finish in the FIFA Series with a win against the Caribbean nation.

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NSL: 3K FC, Equity solidify promotion credentials with mid-week wins

Mid-week fixtures of the National Super League delivered interesting outcomes as promotion-chasing sides asserted their dominance, securing vital victories in two rescheduled fixtures played on Wednesday, 25 March.The matches featured high-flying contenders 3K FC and Equity FC squaring off against relegation-threatened Gucha FC and Mully Children Family (MCF), respectively.At Ndalani Complex, hosts Mully Children Family suffered yet another damaging blow to their survival hopes after falling 3-0 to a clinical Equity FC side. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9626878##The visitors, determined to solidify their push for an automatic promotion slot, approached the contest with intent and precision, leaving little room for error.Goals from: Rashid Moyo, George Kamau, and Vinedine Ambetsa sealed a comprehensive victory for the side coached by John Kamara Mbezwa. The result marked Equity’s first run of three consecutive wins this season, lifting them to 46 points and propelling them into third place, leapfroggi..

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Harambee Starlets striker on target as Kibera bag maximum points in Wednesday action

Harambee Starlets striker Esse Akida was the heroine as Kibera Soccer Women secured a 1-0 win over Gideon Starlets in FKF Women’s Premier League match played on Wednesday, 25 March at the Marist International University, Karen. Prior to the match, Kibera Soccer were sixth on the league table with 26 points, 15 shy of league leaders Kenya Police Bullets,while Gideon Starlets were 10th with 17 points.##NAJAVA_MECA_9626878##Kibera headed into the match on an averagely good form having lost one, drawn two and won two of their previous five matches, including back-to-back wins over Kayole Starlets and Madira Soccer Assassins.Gideon were equally in the same form, winning two, drawing two and losing one of their previous five matches, with the latest being a barren draw against Bungoma Queens.Harambee Stars midfielder on how call up, McCarthy’s trust will help him regain lost formKibera dominated the early proceedings of the match, but with little goalscoring opportunities as Gideon sat back ..

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Apple doesn’t fall far from tree: Cristiano Jr trains with Real Madrid

All respect to Al-Nassr, but Cristiano Ronaldo joined the Saudi side to end his career in a more relaxed mode and – why not admit it? – earn vastly. He had made a name for himself at Manchester United, becoming one of the greatest prospects in the world, while his stint with Real Madrid established him as arguably the most ruthless scorer football has ever had.His son, Cristiano Jr, made his first teenage football steps in Riyadh due to circumstances, because CR7 played there, but it was clear that the youngster would sooner or later have to seek his fortune at a much more powerful club than Al-Nassr.He’s not just player anymore: CR7 becomes co-owner of Spanish second-tier teamAnd that day seems to have come. It was only a matter of time before Ronaldo guided his boy to either Manchester or Madrid, and he apparently opted for the latter.Namely, according to The Athletic, Cristiano Jr did his first training session with Los Blancos’ U-16 team yesterday, all part of a plan to join his fa..

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