Category: International Sports

* Valiant Egypt were undone by France late surge after taking the lead in the 62nd minute to lose 1-3 * Morocco’s quest came to a heart-wrenching end as they suffered a 1-2 defeat to Spain Maravi Express Egypt’s and Morocco’s quest for Olympic football glory ended in heartbreak as they succumbed to defeats by France and Spain, denying an all-African final at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Mahmoud Saber etched his name in Egyptian football history with a…

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* The Scorchers had fruitful eight-day training camp mid July at Chiwembe Village in preparation for the title defence * The opportunity gave coach Lovemore Fazili a good picture of the players ahead of upcoming international assignments By Duncan Mlanjira Council for Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) have confirmed the dates of the COSAFA Women’s Championship to be played from October 22-November 2 in Gqeberha, South Africa. Thus, the COSAFA Women’s Championship 2023 champions, are set to defend their…

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* Malawi’s other representatives at the Paris Olympics are swimmers Tayamika Chang’anamuno and Filipe Gomes * Gomes did not qualify for the next round of the men’s 50m freestyle after finishing 8th in heat 5 with a time of 24.11 * Chang’anamuno’s debut in 50m freestyle will be tomorrow to be beamed live on GOtv and DStv Maravi Express Malawi’s up-and-coming short distance athlete, Asimenye Simwaka has made it to the first round of the 100m title campaign at…

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* Before meeting UD de Lichinga (Mozambique) two days later, August 18 and Gaborone United of Botswana on August 20 * They seek to reach new heights in their debut appearance and playing at home at Mpira Stadium * The youthful club are based in Lilongwe but will no doubt feel the support of Malawi’s passionate football following from the stands Maravi Express In their debut appearance at the CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifier, hosts Ascent Soccer will meet…

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The phenomenon athlete * I am very privileged to be selected for another year of the Army Elite Sport and Talented Athlete Scholarship programme * My sporting career has been massively helped by being in the British Army — I wouldn’t have been able to manage by myself * The Army provides me so much – financial assistance, time, training facilities and it has had a big impact on my achievements By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi’s UK-based taekwondo Master, Yamikani…

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* The Atlas Lions in commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq as the Pharaohs defeat Spain 2-1 * Mali play their second game on Saturday against Japan after drawing 1-1 with Israel in opener Maravi Express Morocco and Egypt secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 as the Atlas Lions delivered a masterclass performance on Tuesday with a resounding 3-0 victory over Iraq while the Pharaohs defeat Spain 2-1. The other African representatives, Mali play…

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* Bitter loss for Zambia at Olympics’ women football in Paris beaten 6-5 by Australia from a late goal * Nigeria also lose 0-1 to world champions Spain after another 0-1 defeat against Brazil in first game Maravi Express The second round of matches in Women’s Olympic Games Paris 2024 football competition saw both African representatives, Zambia and Nigeria, suffer defeats on Sunday complicating their paths to the quarter-finals. In a thrilling 11-goal encounter at the Stade de Nice,…

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* As they secure back to back Beach Soccer AFCON qualification after beating Burundi 15-14 on aggregate * We have made it to the AFCON finals and I am happy with the result but not our performance Maravi Express Malawi Beach Soccer national team have qualified for their second consecutive Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals after beating Burundi 15-14 on aggregate, but coach Willy Kumilambe admitted that the team has plenty of homework before the finals in Egypt later…

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* Her participation in this event marks the realisation of her childhood dream * And a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence in swimming By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express & Twimepoki Mangani, MANA MultiChoice Malawi announces that Malawi swimmer Tayamika Chang’anamuno’s Olympic Games Paris 2024 action 50m and 100m freestyle will be beamed live by GOtv and DStv. Tayamika will be swimming the 50m freestyle on August 3 and encourages sports enthusiasts not to miss out on catching…

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* From humble beginnings to gold medal triumphs, African teams have left an indelible mark on the Olympic stage * Showcasing the continent’s passion and talent for the beautiful game * Now it is the turn of Egypt, Guinea, Mali and Morocco to make their mark in Paris 2024 * To build on the impressive record of African sides at the global competition Maravi Express As the world turns its attention to Paris for the Olympic Games Paris 2024…

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