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." 

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