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Chelsea boss Rosenior warns players over discipline
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has demanded improved player discipline after Pedro Neto received the team's ninth red card of the season, threatening to drop players who fail to demonstrate better control on the field. Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola stated that Premier League teams must adapt to the increasing threat of set pieces, responding to comments from Liverpool's manager Arne Slot. Liverpool's Arne Slot expressed his belief that the Premier League's growing focus on set pieces diminishes the enjoyment of football, though he acknowledged it represents the new reality. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has urged his team to "make the impossible possible" as they face a daunting 4-0 deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg.
Strathmore Blades in perfect start in league title battle
The Strathmore University Blades have started their Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League campaign with a perfect record. Braeburn Swimming Club emerged as the dominant force at the Nairobi County Swimming Association Level Three gala, securing top honors in both men's and women's categories after accumulating 74 medals. The Kenya Hockey Union 2025 season concluded with championships crowned and teams promoted and relegated, though the ceremony highlighted the dire state of the sport's infrastructure. Meanwhile, defending champions St Mary's Yala and Ng'iya Girls are poised to dominate the upcoming Siaya County Term One games at Ukwala High School.
Marathon champion Jeptoo, Were among 27 Kenyan athletes suspended for doping violations
Kenya's anti-doping agency has provisionally suspended 27 athletes for various doping violations. Among those suspended are former marathon winner Rita Jeptoo and national 400m hurdles champion Wiseman Were. Separately, Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon has been nominated for the 2026 Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award, recognizing her exceptional performances in 2025.
