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Barcelona have spent months circling their ideal long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski – and now, their pursuit of Julian Alvarez is beginning to take real shape.The Atletico Madrid forward has been at the centre of persistent transfer talk throughout the season, with Barca identifying him as the profile they want to lead the line in the years ahead. Until now, it has all felt speculative. Not anymore.Atletico draw a line in the sand – Alvarez is not for sale!According to reports in Spain, Barcelona have already made initial contact – via intermediaries – to explore the conditions of a deal. Club president Joan Laporta is expected to take personal charge of negotiations with sporting director Mateu Alemany, fully aware that prising Alvarez away from a direct rival will be anything but straightforward.Atletico’s stance, publicly at least, remains unchanged. The message from Enrique Cerezo has been clear: Alvarez, tied to the club until 2030, is not for sale. And yet, beneath that fi..

If some conducted a survey with a simple question: Who is the most essential Inter Milan player?, several players would get the most votes – the captain Lautaro Martinez, the ruthless scorer Marcus Thuram, the team’s brain Hakan Calhanoglu, the crucial defensive pillar Alessandro Bastoni, or the reliable custodian Yann Sommer.Hardly anyone would remember Federico Dimarco.”Barca know our phone number,” Inter throw down the gauntlet over BastoniAnd that’s okay. The 28-year-old is, above all, the Nerazzurri’s silent and, in most cases, unsung hero.However, once in a while, the wing-back comes into the spotlight, and when that happens, he has to be given a well-deserved credit.Namely, as of Saturday, Dimarco’s name is written down in the Italian football’s history books, as he has become the player with the most assists in a single Serie A campaign, breaking Alejandro “Papu” Gomez’s record from six years ago when the Argentinian wore Atalanta’s jersey.Federico #Dimarco makes 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 in #Se..

Kenya is among 35 African nations set to compete in the qualification campaign for the African qualifiers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games Women’s Football Tournament.The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the draw for the qualifying phase will be held on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, at its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The event will be streamed live on CAF TV from 3 pm.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##The participating teams include:Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.Harambee Stars prospect suffers second ACL injury in EnglandHarambee Starlets head into the qualifiers on the back of an impressive outing in the FIFA Series tournam..

Gor Mahia captain Philemon Otieno has issued an emotional rallying call to supporters as the club closes in on reclaiming the league title, following their Mashemeji Derby win, which sent them six points clear.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsApha Onyango’s decisive strike proved the difference in a tightly-contested derby against AFC Leopards, a result that not only secured bragging rights but also strengthened Gor Mahia’s grip on the title race. With just five matches remaining, the win has placed K’Ogalo firmly on course for what could be a 22nd league crown, following their 2025 disappointment.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##Taking to his Facebook page on Monday, April 27, 2026, Otieno expressed deep gratitude to the fans whose unwavering support has driven the team throughout the season.“We want to take a moment to sincerely appreciate all our fans for their incredible support. Your energy, passion, and belief in the team continue to drive us forward every single day. That derby..

Real Madrid are gearing up for a pivotal transfer window, and while defensive reinforcements remain on the agenda, their first move is already taking shape.That move leads straight back to Nico Paz. The 21-year-old versatile midfielder who came through their ranks before moving to Italy in 2024 in search of more playing minutes.The Argentine playmaker has blossomed at Como 1907, emerging as one of the standout young talents in Serie A. And after passing up the chance to bring him back last year, Madrid have now made their decision: 2026 is the moment to act.##NAJAVA_MECA_9712775##According to reports in Spain, the club are set to trigger Paz’s €9 million buy-back clause before the May 30 deadline. The process hasn’t been finalised just yet, but all indications are that it’s only a matter of time.At Como, there’s already an acceptance that Paz’s return to the Santiago Bernabeu is inevitable. The Italian side have begun planning for life without him and are even looking toward Madrid onc..

The Champions League campaign has entered its final stage, and the time has come for a new clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich – their 10th in this century, third in the last over the past nine months, and the second most important ever.The first is, of course, the 2020 final, when PSG’s child, Kingsley Coman, stunned his boyhood club and won the UCL title for the Bavarians.Thanks for everything and – goodbye!So far, the two rivals have met in the group stage, the Round of 16, quarter-finals, and the trophy match of the elite European competition, but never in the semi-finals. Tonight, they’ll break the ice.In general, the Bundesliga side has been more successful, as they won seven out of the aforementioned 10 duels – the last one in the current campaign’s league phase, 2-1 in Paris.Nevertheless, one of the key differences compared to the match from last November will be the absence of the Bavarians’ boss Vincent Kompany, as the Belgian is suspended for the accumulated ..

Hull City midfielder Eliot Matazo has suffered a crushing setback after sustaining a second Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury during his long-awaited comeback against Charlton Athletic, casting fresh doubt over his future and international prospects.The 24-year-old was handed a start at The Valley in what marked his first Championship appearance in 14 months, but his return lasted just 11 minutes before he was forced off injured in visible distress.##NAJAVA_MECA_64799##Matazo had only recently returned from an ACL injury to his left knee sustained in February 2025 against Cardiff City. This latest blow has now affected his right knee, compounding a nightmare spell of injuries that has stalled his progress at Hull City.Hull City confirmed the diagnosis in an official statement:“Hull City can confirm that midfielder Eliot Matazo has suffered a second Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury, this time to his right knee. The 24-year-old was withdrawn in the early stages of the trip to Char..

There is no hesitation, no doubt, no inferiority complex. Under Luis Enrique, Paris Saint-Germain arrive at another UEFA Champions League semi-final convinced they belong at the very top – and ready to prove it again.On the eve of a heavyweight clash with Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes, the PSG boss set the tone with quiet authority rather than empty bravado.”As a team, we’re up there. No one is better than us,” he said. A statement that speaks volumes about the transformation he has overseen in Paris.##NAJAVA_MECA_9712826##And yet, there is nuance behind the confidence. Luis Enrique openly acknowledged Bayern’s relentless consistency, placing the German giants just a shade ahead in that regard. But when it comes to raw quality, cohesion, and belief, PSG no longer feel second to anyone.It’s a mindset shift, and perhaps the most telling sign of how far this team has come.Last season’s triumph in Europe felt like a release, the weight of expectation finally lifted. This time, it’s..

Nondies RFC head coach Moses Wanyaga has lauded the influence of Strength and Conditioning expert Mike Shamiah, despite his side suffering a humbling 52-7 defeat to KCB Rugby in their Kenya Cup semifinal clash.The Ngong Road-based club saw their impressive playoff run come to an abrupt halt at the hands of the Bankers, who dominated proceedings from the onset to book their place in the final. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsDespite the scoreline, Wanyaga believes the season has marked significant progress for his side, largely driven by Shamiah’s arrival.“We were thoroughly beaten, especially in the first half, where KCB dominated both territory and possession. We struggled to put phases together and made basic errors that allowed them to keep piling pressure on us. That pressure eventually tore us apart in the opening half. Defensively, we were too narrow, and they exposed us out wide,” the tactician offered.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702067##The defeat stood in stark contrast to Nond..

FKF Premier League referees have threatened to boycott all matches involving AFC Leopards until club chairman, Boniface Ambani, issues a public apology and provides assurances for their safety.The decision follows Sunday’s heated Mashemeji Derby between AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia, which Gor Mahia won 1-0 to extend their lead at the top of the table by six points.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more news After the final whistle, match officials were reportedly attacked in the dressing room by individuals who accused them of bias.Earlier, the referees had also been pelted with stones and bottles while heading to the dressing room, before further confrontation followed inside.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##Tensions escalated further on Monday morning when AFC Leopards chairman Boniface Ambani took to social media, strongly criticizing the officiating.He accused referees of being involved in match manipulation and called on the federation to urgently address what he described as deep-rooted ref..