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Silver Strikers continue their unbeaten run against Mighty Wanderers in Airtel Top 8

November 3, 2024

* As the Bankers face the other semifinal winner between Kamuzu Barracks and defending champions Nyasa Big Bullets this afternoon * We had an exciting game as we created a lot of scoring opportunities but couldn’t turn them into goals * We are happy to have proceeded to the final and we will look forward to seeing how it ends Maravi Express Since its inception in 2017, Silver Strikers have never lost an Airtel Top 8 match against Mighty…

Zambia crowned champions of COSAFA Women’s Championship after beating South Africa on penalties

November 3, 2024

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* Zambia’s previous success came in 2022, while South Africa were hoping to lift the trophy for the first time since 2020 * To reach the final, Zambia defeated defending champions, Malawi Scorchers 2-0 in the semifinal while the hosts beat Mozambique 4-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw Maravi Express Zambia have been crowned champions of COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024 after they edged hosts and record seven-time title holders, South Africa 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw…

All set for Airtel Top 8 semifinals at Bingu National Stadium

November 2, 2024

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* Mighty Wanderers v Silver Strikers today and Nyasa Big Bullets v Kamuzu Barracks tomorrow to be on Mpira TV and on FIFA+ By Duncan Mlanjira First to take to the pitch in the fight for a spot in the Airtel Top 8 final are Mighty Wanderers in a head-to-head with Silver Strikers under floodlights from 18h00 at Bingu National Stadium. Nyasa Big Bullets will face Kamuzu Barracks tomorrow at the same venue from 15h00 in matches that are expected…

FAM engaging with Ministry of Sports for immediate replacement of Flames coach Mabedi

November 2, 2024

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* As Kalisto Pasuwa appointed as interim head coach, with Peter Mponda and Prichard Mwansa as his assistants * Former Flames coaches who took the team to the AfCON Angola 2010, Kinnah Phiri and Young Chimodzi are technical advisors By Duncan Mlanjira Football Association of Malawi (FAM) executive committee has approved decision to fire Malawi Flames head coach, Patrick Mabedi and the recommendation to appoint an interim technical panel while at the same time, it is to engage Ministry…

It’s Zambia v South Africa in final of COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024

November 1, 2024

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* As defending champions are ousted by Zambia in the semifinal, the team they beat 2-1 to claim the title last year * The girls played well in the first half but in the second—Scorchers’ coach Lovemore Fazili * But they didn’t give us what we expected according to the first half performance Maravi Express Record seven-time COSAFA Women’s Championship victors, South Africa edged Mozambique 4-1 on penalties yesterday after a 1-1 draw to date 2022 winners Zambia, who…

Mixed reaction over firing of Flames coach Patrick Mabedi

November 1, 2024

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* The problem was not Mabedi believe me, but we have low quality players as Mabedi put it—Peter Austin * Even if you bring Jose Mourinho here, our football will be as it is—Chisomo Mwale * The team is very, very sick and needs a great physician — the coach has suffered the consequences of being in a sick team—Memory Kamanga * Any coming coach from wherever he will come from, will suffer the same consequences of a sick…

CAF president Motsepe happy with the development and growth of beach soccer in Africa

October 29, 2024

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* 2024 edition’s champions, Senegal have won five of the last six CAF Beach Soccer AfCON tournaments * Africa will be the centre of attention next year when Seychelles hosts the historic FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in May 2025 Maravi Express Happy with the development and growth of beach soccer Confédération of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe says it is important to encourage more African countries to play regular and competitive matches in order to ensure that…

Manchester United sack Erik ten Hag after two-and-a-half years as manager with side 14th in Premier League

October 29, 2024

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* The decision to sack Ten Hag has been described as ‘difficult and finely balanced’ by Manchester United’s hierarchy * After he was only given a contract extension in July after surviving a summer review and spent over £600m in transfer fees during his tenure * It is understood that the decision by the club’s board, made less than 24 hours after their controversial 2-1 defeat at West Ham on Sunday, was unanimous Sky Sports Manchester United have sacked…

Malawi Scorchers to meet either Zambia or Comoros in semifinals of COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024

October 29, 2024

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* The two teams tie on points but Zambia are top due to goal difference and if they tie on both after this afternoon’s match, they will go straight into penalty shootout to determine who finishes top of Group C * The match will be followed by another decisive Group D game between Mozambique and Lesotho with Mozambique needing only to draw Maravi Express Zambia and Comoros share 3 points apiece in Group C of the COSAFA Women’s Championship…

Malawi to host Cycling Grand Prix on Saturday at Gateway Mall in Lilongwe

October 28, 2024

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* Event will also highlight African Union Sports Council Regional 5 achievements, promote the sport of cycling in Malawi * And to identify local cycling talent, raise awareness of AUSC Regional 5 as well as foster a healthy lifestyle By Duncan Mlanjira As part of African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Regional 5 Silver Jubilee celebrations, Malawi will host cycling Grand Prix at Gateway Mall in Lilongwe on Saturday, November 2. A statement from Ministry of Sports, through the Malawi…