Player tracking technology helping Brazil gather years of data on its stars in run up to FIFA World Cup™ 2026

* Players wear ‘smart vests’ as they train and play matches at their clubs throughout the season * Generating detailed data about how they move, how hard they are working and how well they are recovering * As the 5-time world champions date Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2025 runners-up Morocco from 12h00 Maravi Express Brazil national team players wear ‘smart vests’ as they train and play matches at their clubs throughout the season, generating detailed data about how…

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2nd-placed Songwe Border United against 3rd-placed Embangweni United marks it as headline fixture for NBS Bank NDL Matchweek 4

* Ndirande Stars will be at home at Mpira Stadium tomorrow, hosting 7th-placed Ntaja United who have 4 points * Bangwe All Stars and FOMO FC maintain their NBS Bank NDL log table positions after their 1-1 draw yesterday By Duncan Mlanjira Tying on 7 points and separated by goal difference, the match between 2nd-placed Songwe Border United and 3rd-placed Embangweni United today (14h30) at Rumphi Stadium, should certainly be marked as headline fixture for Matchweek 4 of NBS…

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Ghana’s midfielder Thomas Partey denied entry into Canada for Black Stars’ opener against Panama in Toronto

* Partey is on bail for allegations of rape and sexual assault whose trial has been delayed to June 2027 and he denies the charges * But he is available to play against England second Group L fixture on June 23 in Boston and final group game with Croatia on June 27, both in USA where his Visa was accepted  Maravi Express Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been refused entry into Canada for the Black Stars’ opening FIFA World…

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Senegal v France another case of déjà vu at FIFA World Cup™ 2026

* Following that between Bafana Bafana and Mexico yesterday, which was a repeat of their meeting during the South Africa 2020 edition * The Lions of Teranga shocked the then defending champions France with a famous 1-0 victory in the South Korea 2002 finals * We can’t deny that there’s a history between France and Senegal that will make this match something more exciting. It’s going to be great—Kylian Mbappe By Duncan Mlanjira Yesterday’s opening match of the FIFA…

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Somali referee Omar Artan to officiate in UEFA Super Cup 2026 after being rejected entry into USA for FIFA World Cup 2026

* To take place on August 12 in Salzburg between UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain and UEFA Europa League winners Aston Villa FC * Despite his young age, Artan has established himself as one of the world’s top referees and has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 Maravi Express Somali referee, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry to the United States of America for the FIFA World Cup 2026 despite holding the right papers and…

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Goalkeeper Ronwen Williams admits South Africa handed FIFA World Cup reality check

* Believes they executed their initial game plan for long periods before being punished for key errors at crucial moments in the match * The task became even tougher in the second half after two red cards reduced them to nine men in 49th and in the closing stages * Williams also believes Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane getting sent off could have been due to their failure to manage their emotions SABC & African Sports Bafana Bafana captain…

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi joins SuperSport’s Dream Team of FIFA World Cup 2026™ analysts

* To provide viewers with unique insight into the modern game alongside other African football icons; Asamoah Gyan, Siphiwe Tshabalala, William Troost-Ekong, and Salomon Kalou  * Viewers should expect unrivalled insight from players and legends who have lived football’s biggest moments * As SuperSport assembles its most formidable World Cup broadcast team ever with all 104 matches live across DStv and GOtv Maravi Express Nigerian international, Alex Iwobi, who is English Premiership side Fulham has joined the extraordinary lineup of…

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Opening FIFA World Cup™ 2026 match between Bafana Bafana and Mexico a case of déjà vu of the South Africa 2010 edition

* Bafana’s first goal of the tournament sensationally scored by Siphiwe Tshabalala in the 55th minute wasn’t just a goal — it was, as the iconic commentary echoed, a ‘Goal for South Africa! Goal for all of Africa’ * Exactly 16 years later, history has produced a script that even the most seasoned Hollywood writer would find poetic as the 2010 Legends rally behind new Bafana Bafana generation * The match will kick off 21h00 CAT to be live…

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30 days to go towards the much-anticipated Mount Mulanje Porters Race 2026

* As over 80 local enthusiasts register while internationals have also shown interest to participate * To be held on July 11 under the theme; ‘Mountains & Forests: Guardians of Our Water’ that highlights importance of protecting natural forests and mountain ecosystems * Registration still open at MK7,000 for porters; MK10,000 for non-porters; MK12,000 for individual fun-runners and MK100,000 for corporate/group fun run By Duncan Mlanjira Today, June 11, marks 30 days before the much-anticipated Mount Mulanje Porters Race…

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World football legends headline SuperSport’s unrivalled roster of analysts for the FIFA World Cup™ 2026

Former Chelsea and England captain John Terry. (Credit: Getty Images) * Featuring John Terry, Bacary Sagna, Asamoah Gyan, Côte d’Ivoire forward Salomon Kalou along with former Bafana Bafana stars Bongani Khumalo and Siphiwe Tshbalala * To be anchored by ‘First Lady of Sport’, Carol Tshabalala; the encyclopaedic desk-anchoring of Thomas Mlambo, and the vibrant, engaging presence of Thato Moeng By Duncan Mlanjira SuperSport has unveiled a breathtaking, star-studded lineup of global football icons, continental legends, and elite broadcasters to…

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