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In seven editions, CHAN competition has had five different winners, with DR Congo and Morocco winning twice each

January 9, 2025

* DR Congo were the inaugural champions in 2009 and 2016 while Morocco lifted the title in 2018 and 2020 * The other winners are Tunisia (2011); Libya (2014); Senegal (2022) * Flames have never qualified for the finals of this competition and have never won any match in six they played in three qualifying rounds since 2017 Maravi Express Since the launch of the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) in 2009 — a continental national team competition for…

Blue Eagles back in TNM Super League after an impressive run in Chipiku Central Region League 2024

January 9, 2025

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* They secured promotion with two games remaining — winning 17, drawing 3 and registering an impressive goal tally of 48 while conceding only 10 * They also won the FDH Bank Cup 2024 after beating defending champions Nyasa Big Bullets in the final Maravi Express Blue Eagles FC, who got relegated from the TNM Super League last season, have made a successful return to the top flight league after securing a 4-1 victory over Armour Battalion yesterday. According…

Sudan’s Al Hilal first to reach knock-out stage of CAF Champions League

January 7, 2025

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* Algeria’s CR Belouizdad end Egypt’s and defending champions Al Ahly’s group unbeaten streak * Tanzania’s Young Africans kept their quarter-final hopes alive with a resounding 3-1 comeback victory over DRC’s TP Mazembe Maravi Express The CAF Champions League Matchday 4 delivered thrilling encounters across Africa as Al Hilal of Sudan became the first team to advance while others battle to secure their places in the knockout stages. Algeria’s CR Belouizdad ended defending champions Al Ahly’s unbeaten streak in…

Haiya’s main focus for 2025 will be on six key areas of development

January 7, 2025

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* Strategic partnership, governance, technical, infrastructure, competitions, commercial and marketing * To review Mpira TV set up targeting 133% revenue increase * Secure direct funding for national teams from Parliament; among others By Duncan Mlanjira Football Association of Malawi (FAM) president, Fleetwood Haiya, who clocked 365 days in office last month, described his first tenure as success and going forward into 2025, his main focus will be on six key area — namely strategic partnership, governance, technical, infrastructure, competitions,…

Isaac Kaliati goes home with three Mighty Wanderers Presidential Awards 2024

January 1, 2025

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* Best Midfielder of the Year; 2024 club Player of the Season and Top Goal Scorer with 22 goals * 17 of the goals from the TNM Super League 2024 — five away from contenders Creck Sporting’s George Chaomba and Kamuzu Barracks’ Zeliat Nkhoma (both 12) * Was also voted Best Male Footballer; Best Sports Personality and Entertainer of the Entertainers (male) in MBC Entertainer of the Year Awards By Duncan Mlanjira Mighty Wanderers attacking midfielder, Isaac Kaliati has…

2024: A year to remember for African football

December 29, 2024

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Côte d’Ivoire lifted the AfCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023 against all odds * The qualification campaign for the AfCON Morocco 2025 delivered high-octane drama as 24 nations secured their spots for the tournament * In the FIFA World Cup 2026™ qualifiers, African teams made a strong start, with Côte d’Ivoire emerging as top scorers and Sudan and Tunisia topping their respective groups * Al Ahly reaffirmed their dominance in African club football, claiming their record-extending 12th CAF Champions League title Maravi Express…

5 donors join Ascent Soccer’s new campus Naming Campaign in December alone; has already hit almost 75% of its goal

December 29, 2024

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* Your generosity continues to amaze us! Opportunity for the underserved talent and promise of Malawi and Southeast Africa is being transformed — because of you! * Your support in 2024, and incredible year end push, unlocked new scholastic, sporting and leadership pathways for our amazing girls and boys. Thank you! By Duncan Mlanjira In December alone, 5 donors have joined Ascent Soccer’s new campus Naming Campaign and has already hit almost 75% of its festive season’s Holiday Campaigngoal….

The unyielding spirit of Wanderers and Flames goalkeeper William Thole

December 24, 2024

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* William’s first season with MZUNI was nothing short of exceptional; he played a pivotal role in helping the team qualify for the top-tier league, earning him the title of an unsung hero * His performances were a blend of raw talent and honed skill, making him indispensable to the team’s success By Limbani Magomero & Alfred Njikho In the heart of the bustling St. Augustine Market area, just opposite the vibrant grounds of Mzuzu University (MZUNI), a young…

Mighty Wanderers’ celebration of Castel Challenge Cup 2024 triumph in just one day surpasses Bullets’ 2023 quadruple and 2024 double

December 23, 2024

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* But, hey, who can blame them after ending a 24 months trophy-less period in four tournaments Mighty Wanderers went to town soon after clinching the Castel Challenge Cup 2024 after beating Mzuzu City Hammers 1-0 in the final on Saturday by posting pictures of celebration on Facebook — surpassing what their arch rivals Nyasa Big Bullets achieved — the 2023 quadruple and 2024 double. But, hey, who can blame the Nomads after ending a 24 months trophy-less period…

A look back when Morocco last hosted the AfCON in 1988 won by Cameroon for their 2nd title

December 22, 2024

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* Cameroon’s Roger Milla named as the tournament’s best player, continuing his legacy as one of Africa’s greatest football icons * Alongside him was compatriot, Joseph-Antoine Bell, who was recognised as the best goalkeeper The Golden Boot with two goals was shared by four players — Algeria’s Lakhdar Belloumi, Cameroon’s Roger Milla, Egypt’s Gamal Abdelhamid, and Côte d’Ivoire’s Abdoulaye Traoré Maravi Express In the late 1980s, Morocco emerged as a strong candidate to host the Africa Cup of Nations…