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Serial winner Matano hungry for first-ever silverware with KCB
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 4, 2026 – KCB Football coach Robert Matano has set sights on winning the FKF Cup, in what would be the first piece of silverware in the club’s history.
Matano says domestic cup glory would represent a wonderful debut season for him at the club, having joined from Tanzania’s Fountain Gate. argolida.life
“For us, our focus is on the final. We want to get there and win the cup. Also, we are keen on playing well in the league and finishing the season on a high,” the veteran tactician said.
Matano is arguably Kenya’s most successful coach, building a name as a serial winner courtesy of past successes with Sofapaka, Tusker, AFC Leopards and Nairobi City Stars (then known as World Hope).
He famously steered Batoto Ba Mungu to the FKF Premier League title at the first time of asking, in their debut season in the top flight in 2009.
With the brewers, he won three league crowns in 2012, 2020/21 and 2021/22, to add to a Top Eight title in 2013.
Matano also boasts a domestic cup title with Simba wa Nairobi in 2005 as well as with Ingwe in 2017.
It is against this background that the bankers roped him in at the start of the season, having dispensed with services of Patrick Odhiambo at the beginning of last year.
So far, that decision appears a masterstroke, with KCB at least 180 minutes away from winning their first ever silverware and a ticket to the Confederations Cup, to boot.
A solitary goal by Richard Omondi on Sunday earned them a 1-0 win over defending champions Nairobi United, and passageway into the final four.
The slim scoreline notwithstanding, Matano insists it was all about getting over the line.
“We simply wanted to win the game and qualify for the semis. Nairobi United are a very technical side and I am glad that we managed to contain them. We simply wanted to score a goal and ensure they don’t do the same to us. Of course, we also wanted to revenge our loss to them in the league,” he said.
The bankers face Matano’s former employers, Tusker, in the semis of the prestigious competition on May 16-17.
Before then, KCB have a date in the league with APS Bomet on Wednesday afternoon.
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Tennis-Open de Côte d’Ivoire : Gauthier Onclin dans l'histoire !
Gauthier Onclin a réussi le doublé à Abidjan, où il a remporté dimanche la deuxième édition de l’Open de Côte d’Ivoire de tennis, le tournoi Challenger 75 sur surface dure, une semaine après en avoir remporté la première.
L’Ebennois de 25 ans, tête de série N.1 dans la capitale ivoirienne, s’est débarrassé de l’Américain Michael Mmoh (ATP 248/N.2) en finale : 6-3, 6-4.
Une semaine seulement après sa première victoire finale en Challenger, le circuit de deuxième division du tennis masculin, Onclin a donc doublé la mise. Il a pris un excellent départ dimanche en remportant les quatre premiers jeux du match, afin de s’adjuger la première manche. Le deuxième set a été disputé, mais Mmoh y a cédé son engagement à 3-3.
Alors que Gauthier Onclin menait 5-3 (15-15), la partie a été interrompue à cause de la pluie. De retour sur le court, le joueur belge a laissé trois opportunités à Michael Mmoh de recoller au score. Celui-ci ne les a pas saisies : Onclin a écarté les trois balles de break et a transformé sa première balle de match, afin de signer une 15e victoire de suite.
"Mes remerciements vont aux autorités plus précisément au président de la république qui nous a permis depuis l'année dernière de recevoir les tournois Challenger ATP. Et avec lui le premier ministre, le ministre directeur de cabinet de la présidence et le ministre des sports. (...) Nous voulons démontrer à tous que le tennis ne se vit pas seulement sur le continent européen et américain, le tennis se vit en Afrique et particulièrement en Côte d’Ivoire. Et nous venons d'assister pendant 15 jours à d'intenses compétitions. Nous pouvons dire que nous sommes fiers en tant que serviteurs de cette balle jaune", a déclaré Me Sylvère Koyo.
De son côté, le ministère en charge des sports a indiqué qu'il travaillera de concert avec l'entité pour replacer le tennis ivoirien.
"Je voudrai dire mes encouragements au président de la Fédération ivoirienne de tennis qui en l'espace de deux semaines à organiser deux importants tournois qui replace la Côte d’Ivoire sur le chemin du retour au firmament des nations qui compte en matière de tennis. Nous marquons notre disponibilité à travailler de concert avec la Fédération", a confié Adama Doumbia, représentant le ministre des sports.
Avant son doublé à Abidjan, il avait en effet remporté l’ITF M25 de Monastir. Alors qu’il n’avait jamais dépassé le 192e rang mondial, Gauthier Onclin est 183e au classement ATP.
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Kaizer Chiefs strongest XI which could beat Sundowns
Kaizer Chiefs travel to Pretoria to face Mamelodi Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Wednesday evening in a high-stakes Betway Premiership clash.
The encounter between the two South African giants could significantly influence the title race.
Should Sundowns secure all three points and Orlando Pirates fail to beat Stellenbosch FC, the title will almost certainly remain in Chloorkop. However, anything less than a victory for Masandawana could open the door for Pirates, provided they overcome Stellies in Cape Town.
Strongest Chiefs line-up to challenge Sundowns
Goalkeeper: Brandon Petersen
Petersen impressed with a Man of the Match performance in last month’s Soweto Derby against Pirates, playing a key role in disrupting their title ambitions. The 31-year-old will be crucial if Chiefs are to secure a rare league win over Sundowns.
Defence: Thabiso Monyane, Inácio Miguel, Aden McCarthy, Bradley Cross
This back four arguably represents Amakhosi’s most solid defensive unit. Miguel’s leadership, alongside Petersen’s experience, will be vital against one of the most potent attacking sides on the continent.
Midfield: Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Siphesihle Ndlovu, Lebohang Maboe
Chiefs’ midfield trio delivered an impressive performance against Pirates, effectively limiting their attacking threat. The technical team is likely to retain this combination to neutralise Sundowns’ dynamic midfield.
Attack: Wandile Duba, Pule Mmodi, Flávio Silva
Duba has been in excellent form in recent months and remains one of Chiefs’ key attacking outlets. He is also among the last Amakhosi players to score against Sundowns, alongside Ashley Du Preez.
Mmodi is expected to start on the left wing, while Silva will lead the line as Chiefs look to penetrate a well-organised Sundowns defence.