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Mark Kinyanjui

19 published stories

Brighton’s data-led approach has been a mixed bag recently, but can they get it right with Said El Mala?

Brighton & Hove Albion are at a crossroads in their eighth consecutive year as a Premier League team. In the period they have defied all odds to cement themselves as an established...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 21, 2026

The Cristian Chivu blueprint: How Inter Milan moved on from Simone Inzaghi to dominate Serie A

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The Cristian Chivu blueprint: How Inter Milan moved on from Simone Inzaghi to dominate Serie A

When the Inter Milan hierarchy turned to Christian Chivu to replace Simeone Inzaghi shortly after the Italian manager left for Al Hilal following their 5-0 drubbing to PSG in the f...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 19, 2026

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Life after Casemiro: Scouring Europe for Manchester United’s next great midfielder

In January, Manchester United officially confirmed that Casemiro will depart Old Trafford this summer after four years at the club. The Brazilian veteran has been a polarising figu...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 18, 2026

CAF president Patrice Motsepe after Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania won the AFCON 2027 bid

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AFCON 2027: Why Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania’s historic bid will defy the sceptics

The whispers of doubt had been circulating over East Africa’s level of preparedness for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). For the first time in history, Kenya, Ugand...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 14, 2026

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Why Jhon Duran’s 13-month whistle-stop tour is the ultimate cautionary tale for young footballers

In October 2024, Jhon Duran was the name causing waves of excitement across European football. He had just lobbed Manuel Neuer from distance to secure a historic UEFA Champions Lea...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 12, 2026

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Giorgio Scalvini and Honest Ahanor: The data behind Serie A’s newest defensive wall

Over the years, Atalanta have long served as a talent hub that produces top-quality players. Players like Amad Diallo and Frank Kessie, who have gone on to achieve big things in th...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 11, 2026

Casemiro's replacement is taking the Bundesliga by storm

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Manchester United’s perfect Casemiro successor is ripping up the Bundesliga- and his stats are eye-watering

With Manchester United officially confirming that Casemiro will depart Old Trafford this summer after four years, the hunt for a successor is already on. With players like Adam Wha...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 9, 2026

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Santi Cazorla says La Liga is light years behind the Premier League – but what does he actually mean?

Spanish football is currently weathering a storm after legendary former Spain midfielder Santi Cazorla openly criticised the standards of the country’s top-flight league. Following...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 9, 2026

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Ranked: The 10 best Premier League wonderkids of 2026

The golden age of Premier League football is here. More and more exciting wonderkids are being churned out by several Premier League teams, epitomising the fans’ excitement. In 202...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 7, 2026

Man United wonderkid JJ Gabriel. Image || Getty

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Why JJ Gabriel cannot debut for Manchester United this season despite Michael Carrick call-up

Manchester United fans are buzzing after 15-year-old sensation JJ Gabriel was spotted training with the first team for a second consecutive day. Despite rubbing shoulders with seni...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 6, 2026

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PIF betrayal, secret release clause and more: Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s strike at Al Nassr

The football world has been rocked as Cristiano Ronaldo has effectively gone on strike at his club Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Despite earning a staggering £175 million annua...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 5, 2026

Arsenal signed the Quintero twins to their academy

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Inside Arsenal’s youth recruitment strategy: Mertesacker exit, the Quintero twins and the James Ellis reform

At Arsenal’s famed Hale End academy, work is ongoing to transform the setup in the same way the first team has under Mikel Arteta’s leadership. Led by Technical Director James Elli...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 5, 2026

Spanish pedigree and Xabi Alonso WhatsApp group: Who is new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera?

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Spanish pedigree and Xabi Alonso WhatsApp group: Who is new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera?

On January 30, Eintracht Frankfurt officially placed their future in the hands of Albert Riera on a two-and-a-half year contract. Riera, 43, arrived at Waldstadion with a resume th...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 4, 2026

Who is new Arsenal defender Jaden Dixon?

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Tottenham roots, versatility and more: Everything you need to know about new Arsenal wonderkid Jaden Dixon

Premier League leaders Arsenal pulled off a fascinating piece of late-window business when they secured the signature of 18-year-old defender Jaden Dixon from Stoke City. Dixon is...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 4, 2026

Unai Emery has been linked with Real Madrid job

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Is Aston Villa coach Unai Emery a sensible fit for Real Madrid’s star-studded squad?

“I have nothing to say.” Unai Emery responded when asked about the possibility of accepting the Real Madrid job in the future after Aston Villa sealed a place in the UEFA Europa Le...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 2, 2026

Kader Meite snubs Premier League advances for Saudi Arabia as familiar trend emerges

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Kader Meite snubs Premier League advances for Saudi Arabia as familiar trend emerges

Kader Meite has made the bold decision to leave French football for Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, ending speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United. Meite, who is conside...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 1, 2026

Marcus Rashford has gone from an outcast at Man United to a hero at Barcelona

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From Manchester United outcast to Barcelona hero: Inside Marcus Rashford’s revival under Hansi Flick

When Marcus Rashford signed for Barcelona on loan from Man United in July 2025, many viewed it as a desperate attempt to escape the Red Devils’ ‘bomb squad’ under Ruben Amorim. The...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 31, 2026

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Fabregas record shattered, Messi comparison and more: Why Max Dowman has the world at his feet at Arsenal

While most 15-year-olds are worrying about GCSE mocks, Max Dowman is busy rewriting history at Arsenal. On Friday, Arsenal officially announced a pre-contract agreement with Dowman...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 31, 2026

Arsena; beat Kairat 3-2 to finish top of the Champions League group phase

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5 talking points as history-making Arsenal finish top of UEFA Champions League

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have made history by becoming the first ever side to get eight wins from eight in the reformatted UEFA Champions League and finish top of the table. Their 3-...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 29, 2026