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Former AFC Leopards midfielder and head coach Tom Juma believes the popular “Mashemeji” tag, now widely used to describe the clash between AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia, has unintentionally softened the edge of what was once Kenyan football’s fiercest rivalry.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe “Mashemeji Derby,” a phrase that loosely translates to “in-laws derby,” has over the years become the accepted identity of the fixture pitting the country’s two biggest clubs.##NAJAVA_MECA_9700942##The term was coined in 2011 by veteran journalist Odindo Ayieko, who introduced it in a Sunday Nation piece to give the match a more culturally rooted identity, with fans and influencers later embracing and amplifying it across platforms.But for Juma, who spent more than a decade at Ingwe across different roles, the shift in language has come at a cost, gradually draining the raw intensity that once defined the encounter both on and off the pitch.“The moment we started calling ourselves ‘Mash..

The long-awaited day is finally here as Kenya’s biggest football fixture, the Mashemeji Derby, takes center stage at Nyayo National Stadium this afternoon.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAFC Leopards and Gor Mahia will renew their rivalry from 1500hrs in what will be the 99th meeting between the two most supported clubs in the country.Unlike many previous derbies, today’s clash carries extra weight as both sides are firmly involved in the title race.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702068##Gor Mahia head into the contest at the top of the table with 58 points, three ahead of AFC Leopards, while Kenya Police sit third on 48 points.A win for K’Ogalo would stretch their lead to six points and move them closer to reclaiming the league title.For Ingwe, victory would draw them level with Gor Mahia and significantly boost their hopes of ending their 28-year wait for a league title.History slightly favors Gor Mahia, who have won 34 previous derbies, with AFC Leopards winning 29 while 35 matches have..

Former AFC Leopards team manager Tom Juma believes the outcome of the 99th Mashemeji Derby will not be decided by tactics alone, but by which side carries the stronger mind into the storm.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAs Leopards prepare to face arch rivals Gor Mahia on Sunday at Nyayo National Stadium, the weight of the fixture stretches far beyond bragging rights, with the title race hanging delicately in the balance.For the first time in over a decade, the country’s most iconic clash arrives at a moment when both sides can see the trophy within reach, turning what is already an emotional contest into a battle of nerve and belief.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702089##K’Ogalo heads into the match perched at the top of the table on 58 points, with Ingwe breathing right behind them, separated by just three points.In such tight margins, Juma insists, it is not just the legs that will decide the game but the mind.“Mental strength will be key,” he told Mozzart Sport, speaking with the calm ..

Saturday’s National Super League (NSL) fixtures delivered a gripping blend of drama and defining moments, as both the promotion race and relegation battle took fresh shape in a day marked by emphatic scorelines and costly slips.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsMOFA 3-2 Mwatate UnitedAt Kenyatta Stadium, all eyes were on the high-stakes clash between Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) and Mwatate United, two sides with contrasting ambitions but equal urgency. The hosts, under the guidance of Charles Bruno, made a blistering start, asserting early dominance with a well-taken opener from Steve Otieno in the 18th minute. Benni McCarthy among seven former players honoured by Blackburn RoversBarely three minutes later, Kevin Bulimo doubled the advantage, capping off a fluid attacking move that left Mwatate reeling and seemingly on course for a long afternoon.Yet, football’s unpredictability quickly surfaced. Mwatate United, showing resilience and fighting spirit, clawed their ..

A tantalising FKF Premier League clash is on the cards as KCB FC take on Kakamega Homeboyz. The match will be played at the Kasarani Annex on Sunday, with kick-off scheduled at 3 pm as part of Round 29.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWith league positions closely matched and momentum fluctuating, this fixture could prove decisive in shaping their end-of-season ambitions.##NAJAVA_MECA_9702068##The setting provides KCB with home advantage, something they will hope to capitalise on given their mixed but generally competitive performances this season.KCB currently sit ninth on the table with 40 points from 28 matches, having scored 29 goals and conceded 30.Their recent form has been inconsistent, registering three wins and two losses in their last five matches across all competitions.10-man Nairobi United edge Mathare as Shabana, Police share spoilsIn that run, they scored eight goals and conceded five, showing some attacking promise but also defensive vulnerability.At home, KCB..

Everything in Paris revolves around the upcoming Champions League spectacle and the clash with Bayern in the semi-finals. On the eve of what many are calling a “final before the final” — a meeting of the two strongest teams in European football this season — Luis Enrique once again showed the incredible depth of his squad. While all of Europe’s attention is fixed on Paris Saint-Germain and their push for a second consecutive continental title, the Parisians must also take care of business in Ligue 1, which has become a platform for squad players who usually wait for their chance in the decisive Champions League matches.⏱️90+4′ – VICTORY! ✅❤️💙Crucial win for our Parisians 👊#SCOPSG 0️⃣-3️⃣ I #Ligue1 pic.twitter.com/def5oDiw6F— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) April 25, 2026 The PSG coach deliberately rested most of his key players, especially in attack, but it made no difference on the pitch. On the contrary, Paris Saint-Germain dominated and comfortably defeated Angers away from home ..

Harambee Stars forward Moses Shumah played a pivotal role as Power Dynamos edged past Mufulira Wanderers in a tense Absa Cup semi-final clash staged at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, sealing their place in the final after a dramatic penalty shootout.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsShumah retained his place in the starting line-up, underlining his growing influence within the squad, and went on to complete the full match in what proved to be a gruelling and tightly contested encounter.Benni McCarthy among seven former players honoured by Blackburn RoversDespite Power Dynamos’ dominance on paper, they were forced to dig deep against a resilient Wanderers side that showed remarkable defensive discipline throughout regulation time.Mufulira Wanderers proved a hard nut to crack, frustrating the defending league champions for long spells and successfully keeping them at bay, ultimately forcing the contest into a post-match penalty shootout to determine the winner.Power Dynamos and Red Ar..

AFC Leopards captain Victor Omune and his assistant Kayci Odhiambo are carrying quiet belief into Sunday’s Mashemeji Derby, convinced Ingwe have the mindset and momentum to claim all three points in a clash that could tilt the title race.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsLeopards will host arch rivals Gor Mahia at Nyayo National Stadium in what feels less like a routine fixture and more like a season-defining contest, with the air already thick with expectation ahead of the 3 pm kickoff.For a rivalry that has seen its fair share of drama over the years, this meeting arrives with sharper edges, as both sides stand within touching distance of the FKF Premier League crown.##NAJAVA_MECA_9700942##Speaking to the press on Saturday morning, Omune made it clear that this is not just another derby circled on the calendar, but a moment that demands conviction, clarity and composure.“This time it’s different. There is a lot at stake, and the way we have prepared mentally as a team has b..

While Arsenal were battling Newcastle at home in the Premier League, Manchester City were competing in a different competition at Wembley — the FA Cup semi-final against Southampton. Guardiola’s side dominated for almost the entire match, but then came a shock in the 79th minute as the Championship side found a goal. However, their joy didn’t last long. The Manchester team quickly showed their superiority, scoring twice in rapid succession to turn things around and secure their place in the final.We fight ’til the end! 💪🩵 2-1 🟡 @okx pic.twitter.com/5yUxq97P3M— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 25, 2026 Manchester City thought they had taken an early lead in the 5th minute when Reijnders struck the post after a good save from Peretz, but the referee had already ruled it offside anyway as Marmoush, who provided the cut-back, had been in an offside position. It was an early warning for Southampton, who were caught out quite easily.Southampton responded quickly and had the ball in the net i..

The race continues! Every match is now a small final for Arsenal, and in this one against Newcastle, Mikel Arteta’s side managed to come away with a win.What happened in the 9th minute proved to be decisive — Eberechi Eze scored with a superb strike to give Arsenal the lead, which ultimately turned out to be the winning goal and sent them back to the top of the table.Shockingly, Newcastle almost scored inside the first 20 seconds when Osula was played through on the left side. He had a clear opportunity to trouble Raya, but completely missed the ball and wasted what was a huge early chance.In the 4th minute, Bruno Guimaraes tried his luck from distance after picking up space around 20 metres out, but his powerful effort flew over the Arsenal crossbar.📸 – BRUNO GUIMARAES ALMOST SCORES VS ARSENAL! pic.twitter.com/AsuvYIbCMX— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) April 25, 2026 Arsenal responded in the 8th minute through a rehearsed corner routine, with Eze attempting a long-range shot, althoug..