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Premier League J35 : Chelsea marque enfin mais enchaine une 6e défaite
Ce 4 mai, Chelsea recevait Nottingham Forest à Stamford Bridge à l’occasion de la 35e journée de Premier League. Une rencontre marquée par une nouvelle désillusion pour les Blues. Chelsea n’y arrive toujours pas. Après le limogeage de Liam Rosenior et la nomination en intérim de Calum McFarlane, les Blues espéraient enclencher une nouvelle dynamique. Mais sur le terrain, les difficultés persistent. Neuvièmes au coup d’envoi avec 48 points, les Londoniens partaient pourtant favoris face à une équipe de Forest en 16e position avec 39 points. Un statut qui n’aura finalement pas pesé bien lourd. Un sursaut insuffisant En effet, Nottingham Forest a rapidement fait la différence, prenant l’avantage grâce à un doublé de Taiwo Awoniyi (2’, 52’) et un but d’Igor Jesus (15’). Chelsea, totalement en difficulté offensivement, a dû attendre les dernières secondes pour réagir, avec une réduction du score signée João Pedro dans le temps additionnel (90’+3). Ce but met fin à une longue disette pour les Blues, qui restaient sur cinq matchs sans marquer en Premier League. Leur dernier but en championnat remontait au 4 mars 2026 face à Aston Villa, lors d’une large victoire 4-1. Le dernier buteur des Blues était d’ailleurs João Pedro, qui avait inscrit un but à la 64’ sur une offrande d’Alejandro Garnacho. Depuis, l’attaque londonienne était totalement à l’arrêt, incapable de trouver la moindre faille. Un passage à vide inquiétant, qui illustre les difficultés offensives actuelles de Chelsea, malgré ce sursaut tardif. Avec cette nouvelle défaite, Chelsea enchaîne un sixième revers consécutif en championnat. Une spirale négative très préoccupante, qui confirme les nombreuses lacunes de l’équipe. Entre inefficacité offensive, fragilité défensive et manque de confiance, les Blues semblent plus que jamais en crise à l’approche de la fin de saison. newsindata.com
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Chelsea’s Derry, 18, taken to hospital after head injury
LONDON, England, May 4, 2026 – Teenage Chelsea forward Jesse Derry has been taken to hospital as a precaution after sustaining a head injury in the 3-1 Premier League loss to Nottingham Forest.
The 18-year-old was making his top-flight debut on Monday when he clashed heads with opponent Zach Abbott in the Forest penalty area in the 45th minute.
He received oxygen on the pitch before being taken off the field on a stretcher after a lengthy stoppage.
Chelsea said in a statement Derry is “conscious, talking and undergoing precautionary checks”.
After the match Chelsea caretaker boss Callum McFarlane told BBC Match of the Day: “All signs are positive at the moment so we’re hopeful he’s in a good condition and from what we’ve heard it’s positive.
“Gutted for Jesse, I thought he did well in the game. He gave us a threat – a massive moment for him that has ended sadly.”
Derry, the son of former Leeds and Crystal Palace midfielder Shaun Derry, was making his first start for the club having made two appearances off the bench in the FA Cup this campaign.
The England Under-19 winger has scored 12 goals in 29 academy matches this season since joining from Crystal Palace last summer.
His clash of heads resulted in a penalty being awarded to Chelsea, but Cole Palmer’s spot-kick was saved by Forest keeper Matz Sels.
Derry was replaced by Liam Delap who came on as a concussion substitute.
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Kenya’s skating sensation Kevin Kiarie encounters setback at Africa Championships
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 4, 2026 – Kenyan skater Kevin Kiarie pulled out of the Africa Inline Freestyle Championships in Egypt after incurring an injury on the final day of the competition.
In a statement, Kiarie said he suffered an ankle injury, making it impossible to compete in the speed slalom category.
“Due to a right ankle injury, I’ve made the decision to withdraw from this evening’s Speed Slalom category. Grateful for all the support—still pushing forward,” he said.
It marks an unfortunate end to what has been a medal harvest for Kiarie who has so far won two gold at the continental competition.
On Saturday, he won gold in the freestyle battle category, following it up with another in classic slalom on Sunday.
His performances in North Africa won him widespread admiration and honour from his fellow countrymen and women who applauded him for his tenacious attitude in pursuit of the top levels of the sport.
Among those to pay tribute to Kiarie was President William Ruto who saluted him for his talent and passion that has thus far spurred his success.
Kiarie shot into national and continental limelight last month when he won gold and silver at the International Challenge Skating Championships in Benin.
His tribulations in the build-up to competing in the event won the hearts of many who noted his sheer will and talent to succeed despite lack of support from the Ministry of Sports.
Kiarie narrated how he had to muster up resources by himself in order to travel to West Africa for the competition.
With the president having acknowledged him, all eyes are on the government to see whether they will support him in subsequent competitions.
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Linafoot Playoffs: Mpoyo’s stunning strike gives CS Don Bosco the victory
Élie Mpoyo produced a magical performance on Monday in DR Congo’s Linafoot playoffs, assisting the opening goal before scoring the goal of the playoffs so far in a 2-1 victory over AS Vita Club at the Stade TP Mazembe in Lubumbashi.
Élie Mpoyo with a spectacular goal for CS Don Bosco in DR Congo’s Linafoot
playoffs! “Quel but” indeed!
Don Bosco defeated AS Vita Club 2-1 for their first points from two matches in the championship phase. pic.twitter.com/LJw5tkHlCw
— Pan-Africa Football (@PanAfricaFooty) May 4, 2026
On loan from TP Mazembe, the promising attacker displayed his high level to help the hosts earn their first points of the championship phase against Kinshasa-based VClub.
Following a scoreless first half, the hosts needed inspiration after dropping to a 0-2 defeat in their playoff opener against AS Maniema Union. After the hour mark, a corner kick appeared to pass without incident for the VClub defense but Mpoyo collected the ball on the left wing and provided a perfect cross for Molindo Mbala to nod in the opening goal.
Minutes later, Mpoyo provided the decisive moment that was too much for VClub to bounce back from. A swift counter-attack found the attacker in space. After running at a defender, Mpoyo saw goalkeeper Jackson Lunanga off his line and chipped a perfectly weighted shot over the retreating shot stopper who was left in disbelief.
The club from the capital did get a goal back late but the Black Dolphins have now dropped to defeat in their first two playoff matches.
Lubumbashi continues to be the focal point of the playoffs and a massive derby will take place on Tuesday when action continues. TP Mazembe will take on rivals FC Saint-Éloi Lupopo at the same venue in the Lushois Derby, where Mazembe will hope to make it two wins from two matches.
Linafoot Playoff Table
| Team | GP | Points | GD |
|---|---|---|---|
| TP Mazembe | 1 | 3 | +2 |
| AS Maniema Union | 1 | 3 | +2 |
| CS Don Bosco | 2 | 3 | +1 |
| AS Simba | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Aigles du Congo | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Saint-Éloi Lupopo | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Celeste FC | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| AS Vita Club | 2 | 0 | -3 |
Terem Moffi celebrates first career trophy with FC Porto
FC Porto forward Terem Moffi has expressed his joy after the Portuguese side was crowned the 2025-26 Primeira Liga champions.
Francesco Farioli’s side claimed the title following a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Alverca at the Estádio do Dragão on Saturday. The “Dragons” clinched the championship with two games still left to play in the season. Porto has been dominant this year, winning 27 of their 32 matches so far and suffering just a single defeat throughout the campaign.
First success in Portugal
For Moffi, who joined the club on loan from Nice in January, this represents his first experience of success with the Portuguese giants. The 26-year-old took to social media to share his joy and appreciation for his first major trophy.
“First career trophy Portistas and above all thank you God! Forza porto!”
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Moffi has registered one goal and one assist in nine league appearances for the “Blue and Whites” since his winter arrival.