Gor Mahia Vs Tusker: A Renewed Rivalry

The second leg derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards mid next month is already being touted as the match that could settle the 2013 Kenyan Premier League contest, but the title decider could come much earlier – Tonight when Gor takes on Tusker.

Over the last two seasons the two teams have had brutal run-ins, from the last two editions of the DSTV Super Cup to two consecutive semifinal meetings in the KPL Top 8 where the spoils have been equally shared and the respective winners going on to lift the title and the KSh. 1 million prize money.

This is without mentioning that the brewers yanked the league trophy by the scuff its neck from the K’Ogalo’s grasp on a dramatic final day of last season.

Gor Mahia's RAMA SALIM Could be ON HIS WAY OUT of K'ogalo

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Story Courtesy of Goal: Gor Mahia striker Rama Salim has received interest from a club in Qatar, a top club official has revealed to Goal.Com

According to Gor Mahia Secretary General George Bwana they are ready to release the player so long as he gets a good deal.

Bwana however, clarified that the Qatar-based Division Two side - Al Markhiya FC - has not officially written to Gor Mahia and therefore, there is no deal yet.

He has informed us of the interest and we have advised him to tell the club to write to us and then we can begin to negotiate. Gor Mahia will never stand in the way of a player who wants to further his career.

AFC LEOPARDS Coach Eymael threatens to Resign

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The Belgian tactician accuses top officials of neglecting the team and not respecting advise from technical bench and says he will quit if things don't change.

Incensed AFC Leopards tactician Luc Eyamel is at it again. The Belgian has issued fresh threats to quit the club he has served for the last three months on what he term as ‘being frustrated by the team’s top hierarchy.’

Eymael samples failure by Ingwe’s top executive to find a better training venue and delay in paying match bonuses as some of the issues that could trigger his unceremonious exit. Eymael has now threatened to resign in the next 48 hours if the problems are not solved.

Victor Wanyama is Delighted at Making The GOAL 50

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Kenya midfielder Victor Wanyama has expressed his delight at making the Goal 50 list that was released on Monday.

Wanyama, who joined English Premier League side Southampton from Scottish giants Celtic on a record breaking 12.5million pounds transfer deal, is ranked in position 44 on the list that comprises of the best players over the last year in the world of football.

It feels great that I have made the list and it gives me confidence going into the new season with my new club. I look forward to improving on the position now that I will be playing in the English league,” Wanyama Said.

Finally!!!!! Former AFC Leopards Coach Jan Koops Joins Mulembe FC

Former Kenya Premier League side AFC Leopards tactician Jan Koops has joined Western provincial side Mulembe FC.

Koops has signed a one year deal with the club with top priority being qualification to next season's Division One league.

Speaking about the signing Mulembe FC chairman Ssemi Aina said he remains confident the new coach will help them achieve their lofty ambitions.

"We respect Koops because of what he did at Leopards and we are confident the same can be replicated here at Mulembe.

Gor Mahia Continues to extend lead on top of Kenyan Premier League

Gor Mahia football club continued their dominance on this year's Tusker Premier League by 2-0 win against Karuturi Sports in a hotly contested football game played at the famous City Stadium.

Gor Mahia's new coach, Bobby Williamson could not hide his joy after a fantastic and a spirited performance from his boys that saw them bag three vital points and position themselves with five points on top of the

Latest Kenyan Premier League Results

It was a cold Sunday not to forget for the Kenyan Premier League Title Hopeful side; Thika United after being humiliated to a 4 - 0 defeat by Western Stima in a thrilling encounter played at Bhukungu Stadium in Kakamega.

AFC Leopards on the other Hand had a field day and mauled Sofapaka to a 1 - 0 defeat at a match played at the Kasarani Stadium.

Other Results

Manchester United Rejects Wayne Rooney Transfer Bid

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England: Manchester United have rejected a bid from English Premier League rivals Chelsea for Wayne Rooney, British media reported on Wednesday.

The Daily Mail, the domestic Press Association news agency and Sky Sports News television said that the league champions had turned down an offer from the west London club, without quoting sources.

Television pictures on Sky Sports News showed Rooney arriving at the club's training ground in northwest England. The channel added that United "immediately rejected" Chelsea's offer.

Reports said the Blues offered £10 million plus either Juan Mata or David Luiz in exchange.

' We are willing to risk FIFA BAN to help transform football Management in the Country' - Kenyan Sports, Arts and Culture Cabinet Secretary Hassan Wario Threatens

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Nairobi Kenya: Sports, Arts and Culture Cabinet Secretary Hassan Wario says he is willing to risk a Fifa ban if it will help transform football management in the country. 

He also called for better management and good governance of Kenyan football from the federation incharge for the betterment of the sport. 

This comes days after ex-NEC members comprising of Hussein Terry, Tom Alila and Sammy Sholei accused FKF chairman Sam Nyamweya of embezzlement. 

“I would like to tell them, don’t go to the press, let’s sit and talk about the matter.” 

“Football should get their act together. Other sports federations have done that in what they do but football is yet to

Gor Mahia's New Coach, Bobby Williamson is More than delighted with a winning Start

Nairobi Kenya: Coach Bobby Williamson is determined to make a mark at Gor Mahia after getting his tenure off to a great start with a 2-0 win over Chemelil Sugar at Nyayo Stadium on Wednesday. 

Williamson also explained why he accepted the K’Oogalo job saying the passion of the fans and the directors gave him the motivation to take up the offer and promised to help guide Gor to greater heights. 

He urged the passionate fans to always give 100 percent support to all the players even when they face low moments in a match as it would be motivational to the entire team. 

Gor Mahia Thumps Helpless Chemelil Sugar To Go Top Of Kenya Premier League with one game at hand

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Nairobi Kenya: Gor Mahia moved to the top of the Kenyan Premier League table courtesy of a 2-0 win over Chemelil Sugar at Nyayo Stadium on Wednesday evening. 

It was a dream debut for Gor Mahia's newly appointed coach Bobby Williamson who was incharge in his first game since taking over. 

Chemelil begun the game like a house on firing pilling pressure on Gor's defence from the onset but it was K’Ogalo who took the lead on the stroke of half time when Rama Salim took advantage of Chemelil's keeper blunder to head home the first goal. 

Gor’s only setback of the half saw defender Christopher Wekesa was pulled out with an injury as Israel Emuge replaced him. 

Gor Mahia Vs Chemelil Sugar: Latest Update

Gor Mahia's Starting Line Up

Jerim Onyango (GK), Solomon
Nasio, Christopher Wekesa, David Owino,
Mosoti, Joseph Njuguna, Eric Ochieng, Edwin
Lavatsa, Rama Salim, Paul Kiongera and
Innocent Mutiso.

Substitutes: Ivo Mapunda (GK), Israel Emuge,
Ivan Anguyo, Anthony ‘Teddy’ Akumu, Kevin
Omondi, Patrick Oboya and Dani Sserunkuma.

Breaking News: Victor Wanyama Moves from Celtic to Southamption, Smashing Celtic's Transfer Record

Good News: Victor Mugubi Wanyam has completed a medical test and agreed on personal terms with Southampton  in a £12.5million deal that smashes the Scottish transfer record.

Game Yetu Sports Blog can authoritatively confirm that this time round, the rumour is turned true.

The deal blows away the previous transfer record of £11m that Spartak Moscow paid Celtic for Aiden McGeady in the summer of 2010.

Cosafa Games: Kenya Tops Pool B after Gor Mahia's Lavasta Brace Against Swaziland

Edwin Lavasta

It took Gor Mahia's striker, Edwin Lavatsa only Nine Minutes to score past Swazi goal posts and register three points that Kenya's Harambee stars safeguarded to the end of their second pool B match. On 59th minute, Lavasta completed his brace by scoring a 20-yard screamer to double the advantage.

The Stars have something to smile about this evening. After playing two matches in the ongoing Cosafa games, they top pool B with 4 points (Having drawn against Lesotho and Having secured a win against Swaziland, thanks

Cosafa Senior Challenge Results: Kenya's Stars Fight Back to Hold Lesotho

Two goals in the last seven minutes helped Kenya salvage a point in a 2-2 draw against Lesotho in their opening Cosafa Cup clash on Monday. (Courtesy of Super Sports).

Having found themselves 2-0 after 52 minutes, Stars produced a stirring second half performance pinning their opponents in their own half and were rewarded with two late strikes as they made their debut in the Southern Africa regional tourney. 

Kenya had arrived in Zambia earlier Monday and went into the match without having held a single training session. Despite the jetlag, they started well forcing a couple of corners in the opening minutes. 

Gor Mahia Set To Unveil New Coach and Quick Facts about Bobby Williamson

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Its now official, Bobby Williamson is the new Gor Mahia Coach taking over from the sacked Croat, Zdravko Logarusic. 

He arrived in Nairobi on Thursday where he met the Gor hierarchy and agreed on a two-year renewable contract. Few hours back, he signed a written contract and flown back to Kampala. He will be unveilled officially on Tuesday to the Media and at the same time he'll meet the current Technical Bench plus the squad. At the same time, the newly signed winger, Patrick Oboya will be unveilled.

 

Robert "Bobby" Williamson (born 13 August 1961 in Glasgow) is a Scottish football player and manager .

AFC Leopards Maul Thika United: Final Scores AFC leopards 4 Thika United 1

After a series of defeat, frustrations and confusion, AFC Leopards have sent a warning to their opponents in the Kenya Premier league. And what better way could they have done that, other than by hammering the current premier league leaders Thika United 4-1.

The match was like the famous ' ni kama drama, ni kama video'. New AFC Leopards coach could not hide his joy after registering 'such a massive win' over league leaders.

Gor Mahia Beat Bandari FC to move to Second Spot on Kenya Premier League Table

Gor Mahia beat Mombasa based and KPA sponsored Bandari football team 1 - 0. 

This win is vital to K'ogalo since it moves them from third place to second spot in the 2013 Kenya Premier League.

Bandari FC suffered an early exit of their prolific goal keeper, Wilson Oburu after a clash with Gor Mahia striker; Paul Kiogera. Oburu was immediately rushed to a hospital for treatment.

Mombasa town has been brought to a stand still following wild celebrations of the enthusiastic k'ogalo

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David Moyes appoints PHILIP NEVILLE as a MANCHESTER UNITED COACH with immediate effect.

Philip, 36, retired from playing football after leaving Everton at the end of last season. He played for Manchester United from 1995 to 2005 and is currently taking his coaching badges.

Announcing the appointment, manager David Moyes said:

"I have known and worked with Philip for eight years and, in that time, I have come to know his dedication, ability to lead and appetite for hard work. In addition, of course, he understands the club very well and I think his addition to the coaching staff will be a valuable one."

Philip Neville said:

"When I retired from football, I knew that I wanted to continue in the game; it’s something that I have been preparing for over the last few years. So when David called to give me this opportunity, I couldn’t resist. I gave my all when I played for Everton but it is no secret that this club is in my heart. I’ve really enjoyed working with David and his staff as a player and I think that, together with Ryan, we can make a real contribution to Manchester United."

Arsenal Set to Complete £23m Transfer of Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain

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Madrid/England: Gonzalo Higuaín is on the verge of signing for Arsenal for £23m. The Argentinian striker is hoping to fly to London on Thursday evening to complete the move after Real Madrid gave him permission to formally reach agreement with the London club.

Higuaín, who has been talking to Arsenal for some time, had also received an offer from Juventus. But the Italians' bid failed to convince Madrid and they instead signed Carlos Tevez.

Higuaín's father and agent, the former footballer Jorge Higuaín, told Fox Sports Latin America that a final resolution was close. "We managed to get permission from Real Madrid to negotiate face to face with Arsenal," he said. "Fortunately, I will soon be able to watch my son play in the Premier League."

Higuaín is expected to sign a three-year deal on £100,000 a week, putting him among the club's top earners, and Arsenal remain keen to pair him up front with Wayne Rooney should Manchester United be willing to let him go.

The 25-year-old was on the verge of leaving Real Madrid last summer but was persuaded to stay by a combination of José Mourinho, team-mates and fans. But, signed by the former president Ramón Calderón, he has long felt unsupported at institutional level, despite scoring 107 league goals in 190 games over the last six and a half seasons since arriving as a 19-year-old. Higuaín's competitor for the striker's position, Karim Benzema, was a personal signing of the president Florentino Pérez.

Last season Mourinho used both Higuaín and Karim Benzema in the central striking position but rarely seemed entirely convinced by either man and Higuaín tended to start the biggest games on the bench. He scored 16 in 28 league games but just one in nine Champions League matches.

Higuaín publicly announced his departure, following the final game of the season against Osasuna. "It has been seven years at Real Madrid and I need a change," he said. "This is a decision that I have taken calmly, it is not a snap decision. No one has gifted me anything: I have always had to fight. I came here for €12m and they will sell me for a lot more. I want to go where they show they really want me."

He also said that day: "I know that Juventus want me." But it is Arsenal who will finally get him.

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Former AFC Leopards Coach Jan Koops Wants Vacant Gor Mahia Coaching Position

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Former AFC Leopards head coach Jan Koops has expressed interest in taking up the coaching reins at Gor Mahia. 

Koops has urged the 12-time KPL champions to give him a chance to replace Croat Zdravko Logarusic who was sacked last week. 

Koops has been a regular at Gor matches recently and in an interview he said he is a professional and sees absolutely no wrong in taking up a role at his former employers’ arch rivals. 

“Gor Mahia is a big club and with the role currently unoccupied why would anyone refuse if approached,” said Koops. 

“I am open to taking up the job if asked to despite my history with AFC Leopards. The two clubs have a big rivalry and, yes, AFC Leopards was my first club in Kenya but I am a professional. I can handle the pressure. 

“Gor Mahia fans are as well happy when they see me at their matches so their social nature is all special.” 

Bobby Ogolla, who served as Logarusic’s assistant is holding the coach’s role on a stand in basis as the club looks for a permanent replacement. (Source)

Manchester United Names Ryan Giggs as Player Coach

Ryan Giggs

Midfielder Ryan Giggs has been appointed player-coach at Manchester United, the English champions said on Thursday.

Giggs, 39, signed a one-year extension to his playing contract in March and will combine his new duties with being a member of the first-team squad.

"I'm delighted that Ryan has accepted the chance to become player-coach. His success and ability to adapt his game over a number of years gives him an unrivalled perspective on the modern game," manager David Moyes said in a statement.

"His career is an example to any aspiring young player and I'm sure that both he and the players will benefit from his new role."

Former Welsh international Giggs, who made his senior debut for United in March 1991, is the most decorated player in English soccer with 13 Premier League winner's medals, four FA Cup winner's medals and two Champions League winner's medals among his collection.

"It's a great privilege to be appointed a player-coach. I hope I will be able to bring my experience to bear, having been both a player and part of the Manchester United family for so long," Giggs said.

"It's no secret that I have been taking my (coaching)qualifications and I see this as the first step in my future career. I'm really looking forward to working alongside David and the team." 

(Source)

Rugby World Cup Sevens: Kenya Qualifies for the Main Cup Quarters after edging Samoa 17-12 in Pool C Decider

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News Just In: Kenya are through to the main cup quarters at the Rugby World Cup Sevens after edging Samoa 17-12 in a Pool C decider at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Saturday 29 June 2013.

Humphrey Kayange put Kenya ahead, spotting a gap and scoring close to the posts, Biko Adema missing the ensuing conversion. Kenya would continue bossing Samoa at the break down, keeping possession and denying their opponents any breathing space. 

Willy Ambaka would extend Kenya's lead, racing the length of the field to score at the corner with Adema converting for a 12-0 lead at half time. 

The side would get their foot off the gas pedal,allowing Samoa to come back courtesy of Lio Lulu's brace of tries and Alatasi Tupou's sole conversion and it seemed like the match was slipping away from the Kenyans as they ceded possession and ground. 

They would however regroup, eating into Samoan territory and substitute Mike Wanjala's try at the death earned them the quarter final ticket by virtue of topping Pool C. Kenya will know their quarter final opponents at the close of group play later today. (Kenya Rugby Union).

Latest Updates: Kenya Registers A second Win against Zimbabwe - Rugby World Cup Sevens in Moscow

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Moscow: Kenya have registered their second win at the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Moscow, the 31-5 result over Zimbabwe putting them within reach of a main cup quarter final berth.

Zimbabwe made life difficult for Kenya early on, dominating the early exchange but Mike Friday's charges held their nerve, Biko Adema dummying his opponents before grounding the ball, his unconverted try putting Kenya 5-0 up. 

Now with the momentum, Kenya ate into Zim territory and Felix Ayange scored his third try of the tournament,Adema missing the conversion with the scores at 10-0. Willy Ambaka would score the simplest of tries, Adema's conversion putting Kenya 17-0 before Tafadzwa Chitokwindo pulled one back for the Cheetahs, 17-5 the half time scores.

Former skipper Humphrey Kayange punished a Zim mistake on the restart, scoring under the posts with Adema converting for a 24-5 lead before Oscar Ouma sealed the deal for Kenya, his try and Lavin Asego's conversion handing Kenya the 31-5 result.

Up next is a clash against Samoa at 2.14pm, a clash that Kenya must win to top the pool and reach the quarters by virtue of being Pool C winners. (Kenya Rugby News).

Kenya Thumbs Phillipines 45-5: It's a winning Start for The Kenya Rugby Team

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Moscow: Kenya started their Rugby World Cup Sevens 2013 with a 45-5 win over Philippines in a Pool C encounter at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday 28 June.

The Filipinos would press Kenya from kick off but Kenya kept their heads, Oscar Ouma racing clear to score under the posts with Biko Adema converting for a 7-0 after a minute of play.

Good News: Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been incorporated into the Kenyan Premier League (KPL)

Nairobi Kenya: Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been incorporated into the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) following an Annual General Meeting (AGM) over the weekend.

The new development will see FKF chairman Sam Nyamweya attend governing council meetings and AGM's of the league body. 

KPL Chief Executive Officer Jack Oguda confirmed the new development to supersport.com.

"Yes it is true that FKF has been incorporated as a special shareholder in the KPL and chairman Sam Nyamweya will be attending both governing council meetings. The decision was reached on Friday when we had an AGM in Nairobi." 

However FKF will not have voting rights in meetings or AGMs which is restricted to the 16 member clubs.

The federation will also not be entitled to participate in the distribution of dividends or investments of the company, reckoning of the quorum in meetings of the company, or in the appointment of Directors, or in any decision making of the company. 

It will also not, like other members, be liable to forfeiture or refund by virtue of relegation of the clubs...(Super Sports)

Breaking News: Carlos Tevez Completes Move from Manchester City to Juventus

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Courtesy of Supersports: Carlos Tevez sealed his move to Juventus on Wednesday after four controversy-filled years at Manchester City and was handed the unenviable task of trying to emulate club hero Alessandro Del Piero.

Italian champions Juve announced his arrival with a picture of the Argentine striker holding up Del Piero's old number 10 jersey alongside club president Andrea Agnelli.

A statement said he had reached a deal to sign a three-year-contract. There was no word on the transfer fee but media reports have put it at €12 million.

"The Argentine is used to winning. He has done so wherever he has been," Juve's website (www.juventus.com) added.

Del Piero spent almost 20 years at Juve, helping them win the 1996 Champions League and sticking by the club when they spent one season in Serie B in 2006/07 after being demoted for match-fixing.

He left for Australia's Sydney FC last year having broken almost every Juve record in the book. Michel Platini and Roberto Baggio also famously wore Juve's number 10 shirt.

Handing Tevez the ex-Italy striker's former shirt is a mark of intent from Juve, who have won the Serie A twice in a row without a big name forward but are now targeting renewed European glory.

Coach Antonio Conte has rotated between any two of Sebastian Giovinco, Alessandro Matri, Mirko Vucinic and Fabio Quagliarella, who have shared the goals evenly between them.

Athletic Bilbao forward Fernando Llorente joins Juve next month.

Matri could now be sacrificed to suitors AC Milan, who had been tracking Tevez.

Earlier Tevez was whisked to Turin after hundreds of fans greeted him amid chaotic scenes at Milan's Malpensa airport.

Television pictures showed Tevez being mobbed by fans before being taken back into the terminal by Juventus staff and put into a car via a side entrance.

Manchester United's Ryan Giggs Undecided on Future

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Ryan Giggs says he is yet to map out the path that will follow his eventual retirement from football, but the Manchester United legend admits he is excited about the next chapter in his career. 

Giggs is currently attending the FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Turkey as part of the UEFA Pro Licence course and has been widely tipped for success in either management or coaching following an illustrious playing career that has yielded 25 major honours and over 1000 matches.

Of course, the iconic Welshman is far from finished yet and is about to embark on an unprecedented 24th season at Old Trafford – his first without mentor Sir Alex Ferguson. But he is self-aware enough to know the end is near and is already planning for whatever might come next.

“It’s quite tough, I am sort of an intense person so when I am still playing and concentrating on that,” Giggs explained during an interview with The FA's official website. “But also, I have got to start thinking that it is near the end, I have to start thinking about what I am going to do afterwards.

“I am in the process of doing that really and obviously coming on this course has helped me, speaking to other people, listening to what the coaches or tutors say, and just trying to get little bits that can help you really. Everyone has their own style and everyone picks up different things.

“Obviously, I'd be stupid not to pick up on the stuff I've learnt from Sir Alex. So I don’t know where I am going to be a coach or a manager, if I decide to go into coaching, but it is obviously exciting for me.

Leopards confirm five signings

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Nairobi Kenya: Kenyan Premier League (KPL) giants AFC Leopards have confirmed the acquisition of five new players as the midseason transfer window draws to a close. 

According to the team’s head coach Luc Eymael, the club has secured the services of Ugandan forward Daniel Wagaluka who has been a free agent since leaving Tanzanian side Azam FC last year. 

The team has also completed the moves for Kenyan internationals Peter Opiyo from Tusker and Abdalla Juma from Sofapaka. 

The highly rated forward Michael Khamati from Administration Police has also completed the move as well as Sadique Mohamed who was on trials at the team during the mid-season break. 

The coach also confirmed that he is still looking to sign one more player before the end of the transfer. 

“We have completed transfers for Daniel Wagaluka, Peter Opiyo, Abdalla Juma, Sadique Mohamed and Michael Khamati and so far things are fine to that extent. The treasurer also gave me a call and told me funds will be availed for another new signings so I am hoping to bring in one more player,” he said. 

The signings are yet to be confirmed by KPL but the players could be registered in time for the team’s game against Thika United on Monday 1 July............(Supersports)

Photos: Game Results:-Gor Mhia Vs Thika United

In a mid week match played at Kasarani Stadium, Gor Mahia Fc and Thika United have palyed out to a barren 0-0 draw.

Sample part of the photos below:

 

Carlo Ancelotti moves to Real Madrid as Blanc appointed his PSG successor

(CNN) -- Football's managerial merry-go-round swung into action Tuesday as both Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain ended months of speculation by appointing new coaches.

Carlo Ancelotti has left PSG to take over at Real, while former French national team coach Laurent Blanc has replaced the Italian in Paris.

Nine-time European champion Real has been searching for a new coach since Jose Mourinho moved to Ancelotti's former club Chelsea earlier this month.

Ancelotti has signed a three-year contract at the Bernabeu and will be presented to the media on Wednesday.

Former France captain Blanc's arrival at PSG was announced at almost exactly the same time as Ancelotti's appointment.

"Paris Saint-Germain is delighted to announce the appointment of Laurent Blanc as coach for the next two years," read a PSG statement.

"The board of Paris Saint-Germain has given Laurent Blanc the mission to build on last season and to continue the club's ascendency towards the summits of the European game."

Both Ancelotti and Blanc will be tasked with improving their respective club's performance in the European Champions League.

Ancelotti will look to deliver an historic 10th triumph in Europe's premier club competition for Real, having won the competition twice as coach of AC Milan.

The 54-year-old also won the European Cup twice with Milan as a player.

Qatar-owned PSG will expect Blanc to mould an expensively-assembled squad into a major European force.

Blanc will have players such as Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Brazil captain Thiago Silva at his disposal at the Parc des Princes.

As a player, Blanc led the France team during the greatest period in its history.

He captained the team to victory on home soil at the 1998 World Cup, when France beat Brazil 3-0 in the final, before playing a central role in Les Bleus' win over Italy in the final of Euro 2000.

Blanc has been out of work since stepping down as France coach after Euro 2012.

Nairobi City Stars suspend two Ugandan Players over indiscipline

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As Reported by Kawowo Sports: Nairobi City Stars have suspended two Ugandan players, Bruno Sserunkuma and Kenneth Tumusiime for a period of 720 hours (1 month), without featuring for the Kawangware-based team over gross indiscipline.

The duo missed club training for training one week after the team resumed preparations for their Kenyan Premier League matches, following the two weeks break they had granted as Kenya played two world cup 2014 qualifiers against Nigeria and Malawi.

City Stars chairman Peter Jabuya said that the club was forced to drop the two on disciplinary grounds and pointed out that their conduct is wanting.

“We released the duo during the international break and they promised to be back by last week but one week later we have not seen them and neither had they communicated about their where-bouts. We cannot tolerate this kind of behavior because it is affecting our plans,” he said.

Bruno Sserunkuma, a former Kasenyi F.C and Aurum Roses F.C player,  and Kenneth Tumusiime, who once featured for City Lads, Express and Entebbe Young football cubs are both residents in Entebbe Municipality. The two, Kawowo Sports asserts were sighted in Entebbe during the said period they went missing at their club.

When Kawowo sports spoke to the suspended players, they pleaded innocent and never remorseful to club management. "How can i apologise for no wrong done, i had domestic problems back home and i communicated to the officials, 30 days is no big big deal,  i will serve them to return a better player", Tumusiime, a former St Mary's Kitende Student spoke to Kawowo Sports as he was doing gym work in Nairobi.

Having already missed the goalless draw against Ulinzi stars in Nakuru last weekend, they are set to sit out this weekend's home game against Mathare United at the team's 5000 sitter Hope center stadium in Nairobi and the return leg fixture at Nyayo Stadium against the same opposition a week later.

The stars face a torrid time after their Gambian head coach, Bye Wadda departed back to his native nation, following the expiry of his contract. But Jabuya, the club chairman insists the whole house will be put to order as soon as possible. "We have people willing to take over from Wadda, and we shall ensure continuity of this great club, he says. Wadda has been since replaced by Kenyan native, Charles "Korea" Omondi. He is reportedly said to have commenced official club duties on Monday.

Joel Ssebuliba Kayongo and Jimmy Bageya are the other Ugandans featuring in the same side.

Breaking News: Gor Mahia Sack Coach Logarusic

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Nairobi Kenya: Gor Mahia FC coach Zdravko Logarusic has been fired today by the club’s management. The breaking news comes after a long and unclear wait for his return from holiday in his native home Croatia.

The Croatian Coach failed to report back as was expected by the club management when he went for a three weeks international break that halted the Kenya Premier League to allow Harambee Stars play the 2014 World Cup qualifying matches against Nigeria and Malawi without interruption.

 Assistant coach Bobby Ogolla stood in as the head coach when the team faced Karuturi Sports over the weekend at Afraha stadium in Nakuru.

According to the club website, Logarusic was sacked via email in a letter signed by club General Secretary George Bwana.

"You have not returned to your coaching duties on the day agreed and as far as we are concerned, you have deserted. The club has decided to relieve you of your duties with immediate effect", read part of the letter.

Bwana appreciated Logarusic’s services and indicated that Bobby Ogolla will lead the team as the head coach in the league title campaign and other competitions as well.

“We wish to thank Mr. Logarusic for the services he has so far rendered to the club and wish him well in his future endeavors. Bobby Ogolla will continue to steer the team as the search for a long term coach begins in earnest", added Bwana.

Logarusic was appointed by Gor Mahia as head Coach in March 2012 and steered the side to the 2012/13 FKF Cup but lost the Tusker Premier League trophy to Tusker FC on the season’s final day.

Under his reign, Uganda Cranes’ striker Daniel Sserunkuma won the 2012/13 KPL Most Valuable Player of the Year Award and finished runner up in the golden race behind eventual winner John Baraza.

He also signed Ugandan defender Israel Emuge from Kiira Young FC at the start of the current campaign who became the third Ugandan at the club. Former Kinyara and Maroons defender cum midfielder Ivan Anguyo also plays for Gor Mahia.....Kawowo Sports.

Logarusic-Less Gor Mahia Moves to Third Place On League Table After 2-1 Defeat of Karuturi Sports

Gor Mahia football club seems to have started the second leg of the 2013 Kenyan Premier League on a right foot.The gods of good luck seems to be on their side.

A goal from Rama Salim in first half and another goal, from Edwin Lavasta has given K'ogalo the needed three vital away points and has equally pushed the club to the third spot of the Kenya Premier League Table. Karuturi sports pulled one back in the second half, but it was not enough to dilute the three points already secured by the milk men.