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Chelsea’s obsession with goalkeepers has lasted for some time. One of the first hints of their “special condition” came up in 2018, when they brought in Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao for €80 million, making him the highest-paid custodian in football history.The Spaniard didn’t meet the expectations, while his successor, Edouard Mendy, did well between the posts, winning the Champions League with the Blues in 2021. However, the Senegalese’s departure opened the old wound at Stamford Bridge that has yet to heal.Todd Boehly’s Seven Keepers Army: why does Chelsea have so many custodians!?In the last five seasons, Chelsea have signed six keepers, spending over €92 million on their arrivals, yet the proper solution isn’t on the horizon.They tried with various names – from an experienced free agent Marcus Bettinelli and youngster Gabriel Slonina to lavishly paid Djordje Petrovic, Mike Penders, Filip Jorgensen, and Robert Sanchez.The latter two have been the first choices in the curre..

The news that a hamstring injury has ended Lamine Yamal’s club season (he should be fit for the World Cup) has shaken everyone at Camp Nou. Even though Barcelona are on the verge of winning the La Liga title, the youngster’s injury layoff is a significant blow, considering his importance for Hansi Flick’s squad.Nevertheless, only a few days later, the Catalans received good news, as Raphinha is back in action after a month-long absence.Raphinha, Marc Bernal and Andreas Christensen do part of the session! 👏 pic.twitter.com/7LLDgdcYKU— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 29, 2026 The Brazilian was sidelined due to the same injury as Yamal, missing Champions League and La Liga duels against Atletico Madrid as well as the league clashes against Espanyol, Celta Vigo, and Getafe.Barca did well without him, recording five wins and only one defeat, but a costly one, as it eliminated them from the UCL.Rashford won’t return to Manchester at any cost – willing to take pay cut to stay at BarcelonaEi..

The Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs ended in a 1-1 stalemate, but the scoreline barely scratches the surface of a tactically rich and dynamically evolving encounter. As always, this fixture carried immense competitive weight, with both sides not only chasing points but also local bragging rights. Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe narrative heading into the match hinted at contrasting approaches: Orlando Pirates’ structured positional play against Kaizer Chiefs’ transition-heavy and compact defensive scheme. Ultimately, the match was closely contested, shaped by phases of dominance rather than outright control, with each team imposing their identity in different moments.##NAJAVA_MECA_9712478##From the outset, Orlando Pirates set up in a 4-2-3-1 base shape that morphed fluidly depending on the phase of play.Their double pivot of Makhehleni Makhaula and Thalente Mbatha provided the foundational stability for build-up, often dropping to facilitate circul..

Harambee Stars midfielder Alwyn Tera was in action as his Ararat Armenia side missed out on a place in the Armenian Cup final on Wednesday, 29 April.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsTera, 29, was on the field for 59 minutes, as Ararat settled for a barren draw with Noah FC, ending up 1-0 losers on aggregate, of the two-legged semifinal tie.Ararat, who were looking to win their second Armenian cup in three years, could not find their way past fellow top-tier side Noah in their backyard at Abovyan City Stadium, a result that ended their chase for a cup double this season.ARMENIAN CUP FINAL HERE WE GO ✅️ pic.twitter.com/YjuyueX4GS— Noah Football 🇦🇲 (@Noah_Yerevan) April 29, 2026 Noah, placed fifth in the Premier League, instead advanced to their second consecutive cup final, thanks to their 1-0 win in the reverse tie on Saturday, 16 April.Then, Noah stunned Ararat at home, courtesy of a 25th minute goal by Bosnian forward Nardin Mulahusejnovic.##NAJAVA_MECA_9712775##It is that s..

Harambee Stars forward Moses Shumah was missing in action as his Power Dynamos side moved a step closer to defending their Zambia Super League title, thanks to a big 2-0 victory over Zanaco FC at the Arthur Davies Stadium on Wednesday, 29 April.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsShumah, who has been an ever present feature for Aba Yellow, was conspicuously missing from coach Oswald Mutapa’s staring lineup, with the club moving swiftly to explain his absence.“Moses Shumah misses out due to illness,” Power Dynamos posted before the match.TEAM NEWS.Coach Mutapa names an attacking lineup against Zanaco this afternoon. Moses Shumah misses out due to illness.For more information, news and updates, visit https://t.co/knjvGqHhTu#Power #Pride #Prestige.#AbaYellow #AbaBusaka.©️ PDFC https://t.co/lhproh5gzi pic.twitter.com/2MADyLEQwG— Power Dynamos FC 🇿🇲 (@PowerDynamosFC) April 29, 2026 The unfortunate development put a hold on the Kenyan’s hot goal-scoring streak this month, which had se..

A night to remember for every football fan – a night to forget for Manuel Neuer and Matvey Safonov.The Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich custodians – not only by their fault – put in some of the worst goalkeeping performances the Champions League has ever seen, and were just spectators of the stellar night the two sides’ forwards had.“The best match I’ve been in as a manager”Truth be told, their defenders seriously flopped, but still, all eyes are on the German and the Russian, their stats are unforgiving, and the numbers don’t lie.And they reveal that Neuer conceded 5 goals and failed to make a single save! He thus set a negative record, becoming the first goalie to collapse five times without a stop in the Champions League knockout phase.Manuel Neuer did not save a single shot vs. PSG. He is the first goalkeeper in the last 16 UCL seasons to concede 5+ goals WITHOUT recording a single save in a KO stage match 😭 pic.twitter.com/v1lSZ6KnKc— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) April 28, 2026 At the s..

“Match of the century!””The best game in the Champions League history!””An epic clash!”Here is what you missed in the PSG-Bayern gameThose were only some of the reactions of football fans all around the globe after a spectacle at Parc des Princes last night, in which Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the first leg of the UCL semi-finals.And while those who watched the clash in the French capital still rub their eyes in disbelief at what a rhapsody they had witnessed, those who, for some reason, missed the game, cannot forgive themselves.Dembele and Upamecano never left home – even on football’s biggest nightHowever, believe it or not, there is someone deeply involved in football who chose third-tier football over the Champions League blockbuster. On purpose.Even though people are generally used to him doing things his way, Pep Guardiola has once again managed to astonish everyone.❌ Champions League✅ League OnePep Guardiola’s at Edgeley Park to watch Stockport County aga..

Juventus FC are already thinking seriously about next season, although—unlike AC Milan—they still need to fight to secure fourth place, as Como 1907 and AS Roma are not giving up. Qualification for the Champions League will determine a series of deals the “Old Lady” plans to pursue in England. The top target for the Turin club is Bernardo Silva. The Manchester City player is nearing the end of his contract and represents a valuable opportunity—despite being 32, he can still perform at a high level for another two or three years. The main obstacle is his salary, which Juventus can only justify if they secure Champions League football. Silva isn’t the only City player on Juventus’ radar. John Stones could join him, as his contract is also expiring and is unlikely to be renewed. But there is another striker who is of interest, and he was playing in the Premier League too.Juve are already preparing for title push next season – Alisson and Bernardo Silva targetedAccording to La Gazzetta del..

Kenya women’s national football team, Harambee Starlets, will have to go through global heavyweights including Zambia and South Africa, if they are to qualify for their first-ever Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThis comes after Kenya was placed in the qualification path of the two successful nations and past Olympians, following a CAF Women’s Olympic Qualifiers Draw held in Cairo, Egypt on Wednesday, 29 April.As per the draw, a total of 35 African nations will over the next year fight it out for just two places at the Olympic Games in 2028, with the entire process taking up to five rounds ending in December 2027.#HarambeeStarlets will begin their journey to the 2028 Summer Olympics in the second round after being handed a first-round bye in the African qualifiers. 35 nations, 5 rounds, and only 2 tickets to LA 🎟️Next up: Seychelles in October 2026.🔗https://t.co/afpSi4uty0 pic.twitter.com/IU943FvKjK— Harambee Starlets (@StarletsKE) April ..

Paris Saint-Germain are already operating from a position of strength – and still, they’re looking to add another layer.Fresh off another statement run in the UEFA Champions League and with a squad packed with elite talent, PSG are not standing still. If anything, they are doubling down. And their latest target fits perfectly into that vision – Maghnes Akliouche.Fresh blood at PSG: Monaco jewel follows in Mbappe’s footsteps?The AS Monaco 24-year-old playmaker came close to leaving the Principality last summer, but his €70 million price tag proved a stumbling block. Twelve months on, little has changed in terms of his stock, except that interest is now sharper, more defined, and increasingly centred around Paris.The driving force behind PSG’s renewed push is Luis Enrique, who sees Akliouche as a natural fit for his system, technically gifted, tactically intelligent, and capable of adding another dimension to an already fluid attack. The club have re-established contact with the player’s..