One year to AfCON Morocco 2025: Biggest upsets; and unforgettable tournament finales and celebration of the legends

* In the early days, there were only eight finalists, right up to 1990 when the field was increased to 12 * It meant little opportunity for smaller countries to get to the finals, never mind upset the odds * The field was increased to 16 teams in South Africa in 1996 and 24 at the 2019 edition in Egypt, which has meant more uneven clashes and the potential for upsets Maravi Express Africa’s biggest event; the CAF Africa…

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One year to kick-off of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025

* COSAFA to be represented by Angola, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Comoros, Mozambique and Botswana * Botswana returning to the great continental soccer fiesta after a 12-year absence Maravi Express In exactly 12 months from today, Africa’s biggest event; the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) will kick-off in Morocco and expected to break all records set by the previous edition, the Côte d’Ivoire 2023. CAFonline highlights that the AfCON is now the single biggest event on African soil…

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Cameroonian striker Sama Thierry Tanjong finally makes a huge positive impact for Wanderers helping clinch Castel Challenge Cup 2024

* Scores the eventual winning goal two minutes after been brought in at half time * Ending a 24 months trophy-less period for the Nomads in three tournaments * Of TNM Super League (2023,2024), FDH Bank 2023, 2024), Airtel Top 8 (2023,2024), Castel Cup (2023) By Duncan Mlanjira Mighty Wanderers have ended their 24 months dry spell of no trophies by clinching the Castel Challenge Cup 2024 after beating Mzuzu City Hammers 1-0 at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe…

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Mzuzu City Hammers appear in their second-ever cup final since the FDH Bank Cup 2021

* In which they lost 0-2 to Silver Strikers then trending under the name Ekwendeni Hammers  * Now have the chance to claim their first-ever cup title as they face Mighty Wanderers in Castel Challenge Cup 2024 final on Saturday at Bingu National Stadium  * It will be a really intriguing match on two folds — the Hammers’ intent to claim their first cup title and for Wanderers to atone their fans for ending the 2023 season trophy-less By…

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Mzuzu City Hammers date Mighty Wanderers in final of Castel Challenge Cup

* After beating defending champions Nyasa Big Bullets 4-1 in post-match penalties in the semifinal that ended 0-0 after 90 minutes this afternoon at Kamuzu Stadium * The Northern Region side, who finished 4th in the TNM Super League 2024 season, follow Wanderers’ intent to grab the title after the Nomads ended 2013 season trophy-less By Duncan Mlanjira Mzuzu City Hammers have beaten Castel Challenge Cup defending champions 4-1 after post-match penalties of the semifinal clash played this afternoon…

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Barbra Banda becomes 2nd Zambian to win African Player of the Year since Kalusha Bwalya in 1988

The best in Africa, Barbra and Ademola * 24-year-old Barbra was a worthy winner after a stunning year in which she showcased her quality for club and country at some of the biggest stages in the women’s game * As Ademola Lookman became the 7th Nigerian to win the CAF men’s category while South African Ronwen Williams is crowned Africa’s Best Goalkeeper * After he played a pivotal role in South Africa’s 3rd place podium finish at the Africa…

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Tonight’s CAF Awards 2024 in Marrakech to be beamed live on SuperSport Africa 1

* The awards are a celebration of African football excellence and a chance to honour those who have enriched the game on the continent over the past year * COSAFA is being represented by Mamelodi Sundowns and South Africa’s goalkeeper Ronwen Williams and Zambia’s captain Barbra Banda of Orlando Pride in US By Duncan Mlanjira The CAF Awards 2024 Gala Night at the Palais des Congrès tonight in Marrakech, Morocco is expected to be beamed live on SuperSport tonight….

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Gate revenue for TNM Super League 2024 increase by 17.21% from MK915.7 million to over MK1 trillion

* The increase in revenue demonstrates the growing popularity of the TNM Super League and the commitment of all stakeholders involved * SULOM remains dedicated to enhancing the fan experience by providing competitive and entertaining football at league games By Duncan Mlanjira The gate revenue from 240 games of the TNM Super League 2024 increased by 17.21% from MK915.7 million (MK915,726,999.01) to over MK1 trillion (MK1,073,280,460), announces the Super League of Malawi (SULOM). “This impressive achievement accentuates the continued…

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Pasuwa bemoans fixture congestion ahead of Tuesday’s Castel Challenge Cup 2024 semifinal clash with Mzuzu City Hammers

* Coming three days after a crunchy tie against MMF Marines on a waterlogged Dedza Stadium * And six days after traveling to Mzuzu and back where they faced Hilltop FC  By Duncan Mlanjira Nyasa Big Bullets coach, Kalisto Pasuwa has expressed his worry that his players are fatigued as they are not having enough time to recover due to fixture congestion. Thus is ahead of their next assignment in their defence of the Castel Challenge Cup 2024 against…

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Wanderers end Panthers FC’s giant killing fairytale run the Castel Challenge Cup 2024

* Panthers reached this far having knocked out four TNM Super League giants, MAFCO, Silver Strikers, Chitipa United and Civil Service United * All through post-match penalties and after a barren first half today it seemed the match would go to the same penalties * But Wanderers proved their superiority through Clement Nyondo (57′), Blessings Singini (68′) and Gaddie Chirwa (88′) to book their place in the final By Duncan Mlanjira Mighty Wanderers have beaten Lilongwe-based Panthers FC 3-0…

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