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Will Messi lose his mentor? World Cup winner with Argentina could replace Arbeloa

Lionel Messi could soon see a familiar figure step away from the international stage, with reports suggesting Real Madrid have reached out to Lionel Scaloni as they consider a managerial change involving Alvaro Arbeloa. The Argentine boss is being viewed as a potential option to take charge at the Santiago Bernabeu should Madrid decide to move on from their current coach.The club is navigating a difficult phase, with inconsistency and a growing gap behind Barcelona in La Liga leaving little left to fight for this season. As a result, scrutiny around Arbeloa continues to intensify. His time on the sidelines has largely been seen as a short-term solution, and the board is now actively exploring more established alternatives.🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Real Madrid have made DIRECT CONTACT with Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni as Florentino Pérez weighs up his managerial options. 🇦🇷(Source: COPE) pic.twitter.com/BTq6CDF7lf— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) April 27, 2026 A number of high-profile candida..

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Six lessons learned from FKF Premier League match week 29

The FKF Premier League 2025/26 season is fast approaching its crescendo, with the past weekend witnessing match week 29 that included the Mashemeji Derby, leaving us with plenty of lessons to ponder.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya’s biggest club football fixture, the Mashemeji Derby pitting traditional giants AFC Leopards against their arch-rivals Gor Mahia, finally took place, this time with great significance to the title race.On the other end of the table, the battle against relegation also witnessed teams putting in last-ditch efforts to salvage their place in the top tier.Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards fans react to 99th Mashemeji DerbyMozzart Sport was on site, covering all nine league matches, and as has been the norm this season, here is a summary of the lessons learned from the match week.The better team won the Mashemeji Derby Gor Mahia were the biggest winners in match week 29, securing a vital 1-0 victory over AFC Leopards in a match played on Sunday, 26 April at..

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Man United + Portuguese forward: what could possibly go wrong?

Rafael Leao has become a growing focus for Manchester United, with the club intensifying their monitoring of the AC Milan forward ahead of a potential summer move. United’s recruitment team is increasingly convinced that the Portuguese star could add the attacking spark they are seeking.According to Calcio Mercato, United representatives were present at San Siro on Sunday night to assess Leao during Milan’s goalless draw with Juventus. The 26-year-old completed 81 minutes but struggled to influence the game, with sections of the home support expressing frustration as he left the pitch without a decisive contribution. Despite the stalemate, Milan remain in third place in Serie A.🚨 AC Milan would be willing to accept offers of around €50M for Rafael Leão, with Manchester United now among his top suitors ahead of the summer transfer window. 👀🇵🇹(Source: Calciomercato) pic.twitter.com/F1aZlcF9rJ— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) April 27, 2026 Even after heavy investment in players suc..

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EXCLUSIVE: Kibera Black Stars wonderkid set for European move after unceremonious exit

Kibera Black Stars youngster Andreas Onyango, popularly known as Elly Messi, has parted ways with the club, Mozzart Sport can exclusively report.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe attacking talent left the club earlier on Monday, 27 April, following underlying issues that made it impossible for him to continue his stay.Mozzart Sport understands the 17-year-old is now on the verge of sealing a move to Luxembourg National Division side FC Mamer 32, with all arrangements already in place for the transfer.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##The Ligi Ndogo Soccer Academy product is expected to put pen to paper with the European outfit, who are currently placed 14th in the league, once his travel documentation is finalised.His visa remains the only pending requirement before the deal is completed.Excl 🚨🚨Kibera Black Stars youngster Andreas Onyango (Elly Otieno) has left the club and is now being linked with a move to abraod #FootballKE #NSL2027 pic.twitter.com/r7c0FKWmJJ— Third Eye 👁 (@Odhia..

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Another one gone – Militao misses the World Cup

Defender Eder Militao of Real Madrid will undergo surgery this week in Finland due to a muscle injury in his left leg. The Brazilian center-back is expected to be out for around five months, meaning he will miss the upcoming World Cup. Militao suffered the injury during the match against Deportivo Alaves. Although he initially felt only discomfort in his hamstring while attempting a shot from an awkward position, detailed examinations by the club’s medical team confirmed a muscle tear in his left leg.Real repeated the penalty claim 245 times on TVAccording to Marca, after a short period of consideration and consultations, the Brazilian opted for surgery. Conservative treatment was also an option, which would have taken about five weeks and allowed him to represent Brazil at the World Cup. However, that approach carried a significantly higher risk of re-injury, so long-term health was prioritized. The operation will be performed by renowned Finnish orthopedist Lasse Lempainen, considere..

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Gor Mahia legend pinpoints flaw that could cost K’Ogalo league title despite Mashemeji Derby victory

Gor Mahia legend Peter Dawo has cautioned that victory in the Mashemeji Derby does not guarantee the FKF Premier League crown, urging K’Ogalo to stay focused in the run-in.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsRecord league champions Gor edged arch-rivals AFC Leopards 1-0 in a tense derby clash played in front of a packed Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday afternoon.Captain Alpha Onyango struck the decisive goal in the 85th minute, finishing off a Bryton Onyona assist from a half-cleared corner to hand K’Ogalo a crucial victory.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##The result saw Gor open a six-point gap at the top of the FKF Premier League, keeping them firmly on course to wrestle the title from defending champions Kenya Police FC.Ingwe remain second on 55 points with just three matches left in the 2025/26 season.The win also served as sweet revenge for Gor, who had fallen 1-0 in the first leg at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on 7 December, 2025.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How 10-man Nairobi U..

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TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How 10-man Nairobi United overcame Mathare United in fiery encounter

The FKF Premier League clash between Mathare United and Nairobi United, which ended in a 2-1 win for the latter, was shaped by early tactical dominance and late-game survival.Coming into the fixture, both sides had clear but contrasting objectives – Mathare United aiming to assert themselves through possession and structured build-up, while Nairobi United sought to disrupt, press aggressively, and capitalise on transitions.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWhat followed was a match defined by early intensity, a decisive pressing scheme, and a second-half siege that ultimately fell just short.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702071##From kickoff, the structural contrast was evident. Mathare United deployed a traditional 4-3-3 formation, anchored by goalkeeper Kevin Ouru behind a defensive unit consisting of Hillary Kiprotich, John Nyawir, Ian Omondi, and Francis Kayugi. Their engine room featured a midfield three of Brian Ochieng, Mohammed Kilume, and Brian Ouru, while the attack was spearheaded..

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Carrick reveals his tea party with Ratcliffe

When Ruben Amorim called out Manchester United executives after a 1-1 draw with Leeds, the writing was on the wall. The Portuguese expert was soon sacked and in came Michael Carrick to be an interim manager. His sole goal until the end of the season was to secure the Champions League participation for the 2026/27 season, nothing more, nothing less. For a club with a loss of over one billion pounds, the Champions League money is essential and Carrick took over with United when they were in the seventh place. Come April and the Red Devils are at third, as Carrick managed 26 points from the 36 available in his 12 matches, the highest in the division in that period. In the meantime, the managerial position is still not solved and the former Manchester midfielder is making a strong case for himself with recent results.United monitor as highly regarded coach becomes availableAfter all, if the Champions League is the aim, Carrick is just inches away from making it, even before May. Only Brigh..

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Bayern respond to a potential 200 million bid for Olise

Bayern Munich look like a machine this season. And as the campaign approaches its climax—when trophies are decided—the team led by Vincent Kompany is playing better and better. Club legend, both as a player and later as an executive, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge spoke in a wide-ranging interview for T-Online about various topics, and among them the potential transfer of their most valuable star, Michael Olise. The Frenchman had a fantastic season and is one of the reasons that the Bavarians are on the verge of doing a treble. His transfer from Crystal Palace proved to be a hit and a his potential move away from the club in future cannot be ignored.Rummenigge on Bayern competing with the likes of PSG in Europe despite the financial disparities: “These are completely different structures; At FC Bayern, we have to earn every euro ourselves. Nevertheless, we’ve consistently managed to field a competitive team in recent years.… pic.twitter.com/ogfnDa1P32— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) April 27, 2..

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Chandaria, Ndei Steal show at NCBA golf series Sigona leg

Akshay Chandaria and Rachel Ndei were the standout performers at the ninth leg of the 2026 NCBA Golf Series held over the weekend at Sigona Golf Club, where more than 260 golfers competed in one of the season’s most competitive qualifiers.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsPlaying off handicap one, Chandaria delivered a composed round of 76 gross to win the overall gross men’s title, edging a strong field of low-handicap challengers. His consistent performance secured him qualification for the season-ending Grand Finale at Karen Country Club later this year.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702068##In the ladies’ category, Rachel Ndei returned 90 gross to claim the Overall Gross Lady Winner title, holding off strong competition to also book her place at the Grand Finale.Adam Tayebjee finished as men’s runner-up with 77 gross, while M.N. Njoroge also carded 77 gross to place third on countback.In the ladies’ Gross category, Jane Njau finished runner-up with 91 gross, narrowly behind Ndei in a tig..

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