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

* 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…

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Mixed reaction over firing of Flames coach Patrick Mabedi

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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Silver Strikers drop two points after 0-0 draw with Civil Service United yesterday

* I am very disappointed with our performance today as most of my players looked so off today * However, we should celebrate that at our worst, we managed to get a point from this match, otherwise today the performance was not good * We can’t say pressure is creeping in but it was just not our day today—coach Peter Mponda By Duncan Mlanjira After their 0-0 draw yesterday in the Lilongwe Derby against city rivals Civil Service United,…

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Malawi Scorchers need to score a lot of goals this afternoon in their last group match

* The Scorchers drew 1-1 in their Group B opening match and just won 1-0 against Madagascar * While Botswana beat Mauritius 5-1 to take the top spot due to goal difference Maravi Express Second-placed Malawi Scorchers play their last group match this afternoon needing to score a lot of goals against Mauritius to boost their chances of making it to the semifinals of the COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024 in South Africa. The Scorchers drew 1-1 in their Group B…

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Senegal retains Beach Soccer AfCON title after overpowering debutantes Mauritania 6-1

* Showcased their superior skill and experience, adding yet another accolade to their impressive record in the sport * Their 7th title (2008, 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022) and two final game appearances (2007 and 2015) Maravi Express Senegal reaffirmed its dominance in African beach soccer by clinching the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2024 title in Hurghada, Egypt, with an emphatic 6-1 victory over Mauritania in the final yesterday. The Teranga Lions showcased their…

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Thom Mpinganjira commiserates with Wanderers fans for loss against Nyasa Big Bullets

* Loss reduces the Nomads chances of catching up with TNM Super League 2024 leaders Silver Strikers * Like all of you, I feel the weight of this outcome, and I share in the disappointment * I understand the depth of your pain and the emotions that come with it, and it gives room to go back to the drawing board By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express & McDonald Dawala, correspondent Club president & chairperson of the Board of Directors…

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