Chelsea sacked manager Liam Rosenior after less than four months in charge, following five consecutive Premier League defeats—the club's worst such run since 1912. Assistant Calum McFarlane will take over as caretaker for the remainder of the season.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Chelsea sacked manager Liam Rosenior after less than four months in charge, following five consecutive Premier League defeats—the club's worst such run since 1912. Assistant Calum McFarlane will take over as caretaker for the remainder of the season.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Manchester City on Sunday nursing a six-point league lead but having lost form with just one win in their last five matches, while City have won their last three games including against Arsenal. Chelsea and Liverpool also face crucial weekend fixtures as they battle for Champions League qualification.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal reached the Champions League semi-finals after a goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon secured a 1-0 aggregate victory, though the Gunners played below par and will face Atletico Madrid next. Despite the progression, Arsenal's recent struggles—including losses to Manchester City, Southampton, and Bournemouth—have raised questions about the team's character as they chase the Premier League title.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Mikel Arteta has rejected fatigue as an excuse for Arsenal's recent poor form, urging his side to beat Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter-final second leg despite injuries and a gruelling fixture schedule. Arsenal hold a 1-0 lead from the first leg and are also preparing for a crucial Premier League showdown against Manchester City on Sunday.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool trails Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 from their Champions League quarter-final first leg and must overturn the deficit at home on Tuesday. The Reds, struggling in the Premier League and sidelined from domestic cups, see the Champions League as their last hope for silverware this season, with captain Virgil van Dijk calling for "a special performance" and invoking memories of previous comebacks at Anfield.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City closed the gap on leaders Arsenal to six points after defeating Chelsea 3-0, while Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth. The title race will intensify with a looming meeting between the two clubs, as Arsenal's recent form has raised doubts about their chances of a first league title in 22 years.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, losing ground in the Premier League title race and handing momentum back to Manchester City, who have two games in hand. Liverpool beat Fulham 2-0 to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Kai Havertz scored a late winner as Arsenal defeated Sporting Lisbon 1-0 in the Champions League quarter-final first leg, bouncing back after recent domestic defeats. Goalkeeper David Raya made key saves as Arsenal finished strongly despite struggling for momentum for much of the match.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Leeds United advanced to the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in 39 years by defeating West Ham United 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. Leading 2-0 late in the match, Leeds conceded twice in stoppage time before winning through goalkeeper Lucas Perri's crucial saves in the shootout.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to second-tier Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals, with Mikel Arteta criticizing his side's sloppy defending and inability to capitalize on chances. The loss compounds the Premier League leaders' recent struggles following a League Cup final defeat to Manchester City.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →