Police evidence on Chilima phones doesn’t match up

Senior Malawian police officers have delivered starkly conflicting accounts over the condition and handling of former vice-president Saulos Chilima’s mobile phones following the devastating June 10, 2024 military plane crash in Nthungwa Forest, Viphya Plantation. Former Northern Region Deputy Commissioner of Police Glinton Mitayi told the Parliamentary Ad-hoc Committee investigating the crash that he personally […] The post Police evidence on Chilima phones doesn’t match up appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-10-01 02:43 sports en

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Scorchers coach Fazili picks US-based midfielder spotted on video clips: 4 new faces for Olympic qualifiers against Zimbabwe

Malawi’s Women’s National Football Team coach Lovemore Fazili has shaken up his squad ahead of a crucial Olympic qualifying clash with Zimbabwe, drafting in four fresh faces for the Scorchers as they prepare for next month’s showdown with the Mighty Warriors. Fazili unveiled his provisional squad for the 2028 Olympic qualifiers at Bingu National Stadium […] The post Scorchers coach Fazili picks US-based midfielder spotted on video clips: 4 new faces for Olympic qualifiers against Zimbabwe appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-30 05:58 sports en

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Malawi Queens captain urges immediate preparations for 2027 Netball World Cup

Malawi Netball Team captain Takondwa Lwazi has called for preparations to begin immediately as the Queens shift focus to next year’s Netball World Cup in Sydney, Australia. The Queens returned home from Nairobi, Kenya, where they secured qualification for the 2027 World Cup after finishing with a bronze medal. Lwazi said the team could not […] The post Malawi Queens captain urges immediate preparations for 2027 Netball World Cup appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-29 10:33 sports en

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Gangata promises support as Malawi Queens celebrated after sealing World Cup berth

This is the incredible moment Malawi’s netball heroics were celebrated in style after the sensational squad touched down on home soil following a thrilling campaign in Kenya. ​The Queens brought the bronze medal home from the Africa Netball Championship — and, even more importantly, punched their ticket to the upcoming World Cup in dramatic fashion. […] The post Gangata promises support as Malawi Queens celebrated after sealing World Cup berth appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-28 11:36 sports en

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Why is Malawian talent missing from football’s global marketplace?

James Woods, a Malawian sports executive who works internationally, is asking why footballers from his country rarely reach the global market. After a series of meetings with leading European clubs, he has found that openings routine for players elsewhere in Africa are hard to create in Malawi. He admits the question has become increasingly difficult to ignore.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-26 13:46 sports en

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Malawi netball body questions ‘integrity’ of World Cup qualification process

Malawi’s netball chiefs have erupted in fury after organisers controversially axed the semi-finals at the Africa Netball Cup in Nairobi — a shock last-minute shake-up that has left the Malawi team scrambling and demanding urgent answers. The Queens had been on course to face South Africa in a highly anticipated semi-final showdown after finishing second […] The post Malawi netball body questions ‘integrity’ of World Cup qualification process appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-24 17:40 sports en

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MUST sweep football clashes as KuHES claim netball glory at Mo626 Varsity Games

Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) dominated Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KuHES) at the Mo626 Varsity Games Southern Region Championship, sweeping both the men’s and women’s football matches, while KuHES claimed victory on the netball court. MUST Ladies registered a 2-0 win over KuHES in the women’s football encounter, before the MUST men’s […] The post MUST sweep football clashes as KuHES claim netball glory at Mo626 Varsity Games appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-23 23:58 sports en

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FOMO FC’s Mary Woodworth walks free from match-fixing charges after prosecutors stall for years

A football club’s main sponsor accused of corruption and match-fixing has finally been cleared, after magistrates threw out the long-running case that prosecutors astonishingly failed to bring to court for more than two-and-a-half years. Mary Woodworth, of Friends of Mulanje and chief backer of FOMO Football Club, walked free from the Limbe Dalton Senior Resident […] The post FOMO FC’s Mary Woodworth walks free from match-fixing charges after prosecutors stall for years appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-23 19:39 sports en

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Malawi Queens to face South Africa in Netball World Cup qualifiers semi-final

Malawi’s national netball side, the Queens, are gearing up for a mammoth semi-final clash against South Africa in the Netball World Cup 2027 Africa Qualifiers — but only after a dramatic wobble threatened to knock their momentum off course. The Queens had looked unstoppable, storming through Pool 2 with commanding victories over Kenya, Nigeria and […] The post Malawi Queens to face South Africa in Netball World Cup qualifiers semi-final appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-23 16:45 sports en

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Malawi Queens seal World Cup berth with 60-goal rout of Nigeria

Malawi’s netball team, the Queens, have secured their place at the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney with a commanding 82–22 victory over Nigeria in their Pool 2 Africa Qualifiers fixture. It was a display of near-total control. Malawi set the tone from the first whistle, taking a 21–6 lead at the end of the […] The post Malawi Queens seal World Cup berth with 60-goal rout of Nigeria appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-21 15:34 sports en

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Adelaide credits NBM sponsorship for rising standards in Malawi women’s football

Women’s football in Malawi is on the up — and National Women FA president Adelaide Migogo says National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc’s cash injection deserves the credit. Migogo delivered the praise on Saturday at the launch of season two of the NBM Women’s Premiership League, held at Mpira Stadium in Chiwembe Township, Blantyre, declaring […] The post Adelaide credits NBM sponsorship for rising standards in Malawi women’s football appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-21 14:57 sports en

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Malawi footballers to have featured in European football

Malawi has never reached a World Cup and has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations only three times, in 1984, 2010 and 2021, so the Flames have never had the export pipeline of Senegal, Ghana or Nigeria. What it does have is a small, stubborn line of players who found a way into European […] The post Malawi footballers to have featured in European football appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-21 14:50 sports en

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Big Four cash in: Wanderers, Bullets lead the pack as Malawi football gate takings top K1 billion

Malawi’s football giants are laughing all the way to the bank — with Mighty Wanderers, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, Silver Strikers and Ekhaya FC revealed as the biggest earners from gate revenue after the opening round of the 2026 FDH Bank Premiership. The figures, verified by the Super League of Malawi (SULOM) on Monday, confirm […] The post Big Four cash in: Wanderers, Bullets lead the pack as Malawi football gate takings top K1 billion appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-21 12:25 sports en

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National Bank of Malawi’s K2.3bn football sponsorship kicks off in style

Football-mad fans packed out stadiums across Malawi for a thrilling opening weekend of top-flight women’s football, delighting sponsors who have just ploughed a staggering K2.3 billion into the beautiful game for the 2026/27 season. National Bank of Malawi plc risk and compliance manager Charles Ulaya said bosses were left hugely impressed by both the quality […] The post National Bank of Malawi’s K2.3bn football sponsorship kicks off in style appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-21 10:02 sports en

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Malawi Queens thrash Zambia in opening match

Malawi National Netball Team yesterday made a commanding start to their campaign at the Africa Netball Cup in Kenya with a comprehensive 71-38 victory over Zambia. The Queens established their authority from the opening whistle, racing into a 19-6 lead at the end of the first quarter before maintaining their grip on the match. Led … The post Malawi Queens thrash Zambia in opening match appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-20 08:33 sports en

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From Hunger to Hope: Tchiyiwe Nhlema

The water in the plastic basin behind a small house in Chimaliro, Mzuzu Distrcit, is not clear. It is greenish, still and alive. If you look closely, tiny dark shadows dart just under the surface. “These are my teachers,” says 23-year-old Tchiyiwe Nhlema, from Enukweni in Mzimba District, smiling as she sprinkles a handful of … The post From Hunger to Hope: Tchiyiwe Nhlema appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-20 07:51 sports en

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Malawi Queens off to flying start in World Cup qualifying campaign

Malawi Queens made a statement start to their Sydney 2027 Netball World Cup qualifying campaign, cruising to a 72-38 victory against Zambia in their opening World Cup qualifier. The reigning powerhouse of African netball were in complete control throughout, dominating across all four quarters to open their qualifying journey in style. The result sets the […] The post Malawi Queens off to flying start in World Cup qualifying campaign appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-20 00:41 sports en

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US cricket team retains Sohail

Malawi National Cricket Team captain Sami Sohail has been retained by US Minor League side Chicago Tigers for the new season’s which batted off yesterday. In an interview yesterday, the 24-year-old batsman said he is excited with the new deal. Sohail: I look forward to giving my absolute best . | Nation He said: “I … The post US cricket team retains Sohail appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-19 04:25 sports en

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Queens eye strong start in Africa Championship

Malawi Queens are eager to get off to a strong start this afternoon as they begin the 2026 Africa Netball Cup campaign in Nairobi, Kenya, against Zambia in Pool 2 opener. The continental showpiece runs from today to September 26 with the Malawi National Netball Team challenged not only to fight for the title but, … The post Queens eye strong start in Africa Championship appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-19 04:16 sports en

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NBM hikes football package

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has hiked football sponsorship from K930 million to K2.3 billion (bn), representing 147 percent increase. During the unveiling ceremony in Blantyre, NBM chief operations officer Masauko Katsala said while the new package is only for 2026/27, their commitment to football sponsorship is beyond one year as the partnership will … The post NBM hikes football package appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-17 04:59 sports en

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National Bank of Malawi unveils bumper K2.3billion football sponsorship

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has unveiled a bumper K2.3 billion football sponsorship package for the 2026/27 season – a staggering 147 percent increase on last year’s investment, in a major boost for the country’s game. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Blantyre, NBM Chief Operations Officer Masauko Katsala revealed that while the headline […] The post National Bank of Malawi unveils bumper K2.3billion football sponsorship appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-16 09:13 sports en

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Nico Group dares Queens to qualify for World Cup

Nico Holdings plc has challenged the Malawi National Netball Team to qualify for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney, Australia. Nico Holdings Group head of marketing and customer experience Taweni Gondwe-Xaba announced the target yesterday during a special send-off ceremony organised at the Queens House in Namiwawa, Blantyre before the team proceeded to Nairobi, … The post Nico Group dares Queens to qualify for World Cup appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-14 07:53 sports en

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NICO backs Malawi Queens for Africa Cup glory, World Cup ticket

NICO Group says it is banking on the Malawi Queens to clinch the 2026 Africa Netball Cup in Nairobi and punch their ticket to the 2027 Netball World Cup in Australia. Addressing journalists at a press briefing here on Sunday, the company’s Head of Marketing and Customer Experience, Taweni Gondwe Xaba, said NICO’s confidence was […] The post NICO backs Malawi Queens for Africa Cup glory, World Cup ticket appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-14 07:12 sports en

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Lilongwe ladies land golf glory: Lift Inter-club crown

Lilongwe Golf Club’s ladies team have been crowned champions of the 2026 Ladies Inter-club Golf Tournament, seeing off five rival clubs with a superb 362 gross at Kasasa Golf Course in Nkhotakota. The triumph earned the team a tidy K2.7 million prize purse, while runners-up Blantyre Sports Club had to settle for K2.1 million after […] The post Lilongwe ladies land golf glory: Lift Inter-club crown appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-13 15:55 sports en

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Six-goal horror show: Wanderers crash out of Africa as Simba cruise to aggregate rout

Mighty Wanderers have been sent crashing out of the CAF Champions League in the most humiliating fashion, after Tanzanian powerhouse Simba SC tore them apart 6-1 at a raucous Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Sunday. The mauling completed a devastating 7-1 aggregate rout, ending Wanderers’ continental dream at the very first hurdle and […] The post Six-goal horror show: Wanderers crash out of Africa as Simba cruise to aggregate rout appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-13 15:36 sports en

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Malawi Queens jet off to Nairobi for World Cup qualifier – with recall for star Galeta

Malawi’s Queens netball team boarded a flight to Nairobi today for the African Netball Cup – with wing attacker Thandi Galeta handed a surprise recall after being controversially left out of the squad that travelled to the Commonwealth Games in Scotland. Galeta isn’t the only fresh face in the squad, with Prisca Banda, Mphatso Kanyimbo […] The post Malawi Queens jet off to Nairobi for World Cup qualifier – with recall for star Galeta appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-13 14:59 sports en

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NAM sets tournament targets

The Netball Association of Malawi (NAM) has set qualification for the 2027 Sydney Netball World Cup and a top-three finish at the Africa Netball Cup as its targets for the continental tournament. The Africa Netball Cup is scheduled for September 19 to 26 in Kenya and the Queens will depart Malawi on Sunday September 13 … The post NAM sets tournament targets appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-13 03:41 sports en

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Football Legends Association passes financial health check with flying colours

Football Legends Association boss Jim Kalua is celebrating after his organisation sailed through an audit with flying colours. The seal of approval came at the FLA’s Annual General Meeting, held at Lilongwe’s Crossroads Hotel, before officials toasted the occasion with a glitzy gala dinner at the Bingu International Conference Centre. The numbers: Auditors revealed the […] The post Football Legends Association passes financial health check with flying colours appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-12 04:44 sports en

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Malawi U-23 regroups for Afcon, Olympic Games

The Malawi Under-23 National Football Team will regroup today in preparation for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) first round qualifier against Eswatini. The team’s head coach Bob Mpinganjira has named a 24-member squad for the two-legged qualifier. Heads the coaching panel: Mpinganjira. | Courtesy of Mighty Wanderers The … The post Malawi U-23 regroups for Afcon, Olympic Games appeared first on Nation Online .

mwnation.com · 2026-09-10 06:17 sports en

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Malawi’s women’s league returns with an eye on the World Cup

After nine months of uncertainty that threatened to stall the momentum of women’s football in Malawi, the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Women’s Premiership is finally set to return — and this time, with an eye firmly on the global stage. The Football Association of Malawi (Fam) confirmed that the 2026/27 season will kick off […] The post Malawi’s women’s league returns with an eye on the World Cup appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-10 03:41 sports en

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M’mbelwa V unveils K50 million football sponsorship for new Northern Region cup

Inkosi ya Makosi M'mbelwa V has unveiled a K50 million sponsorship for the Northern Region Football Association, funding a newly introduced football cup for the area. He announced the deal at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on Saturday. The paramount chief said the money is aimed squarely at developing football in the north.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-06 20:48 sports en

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Bravehearts crowned International Basketball Challenge champions for second year running

Bravehearts Ladies Basketball Club has retained the International Basketball Challenge title, thrashing Zambia’s Green Buffaloes 93-55 in Saturday’s final. The final was played at the African Bible College Gym in Lilongwe, the same venue that hosted last year’s edition of the competition – a tournament Bravehearts also went on to win, meaning the Malawian side […] The post Bravehearts crowned International Basketball Challenge champions for second year running appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-05 21:31 sports en

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Govt delegation tours BURN’s clean cooking operations as Malawi pushes climate goals

Malawi has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 51 percent by 2040, against a business-as-usual baseline. Achieving this target will require significant investment in practical climate solutions, as well as access to international climate finance. As part of these efforts, BURN, a leading African clean cooking company and the continent’s largest distributor of clean […] The post Govt delegation tours BURN’s clean cooking operations as Malawi pushes climate goals appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times .

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-03 02:06 sports en

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5 Malawian refs assigned CAF tourney matches

Five Malawian referees have been appointed to officiate in the preliminary rounds of the 2026/27 CAF inter-club competitions. The officials are Easter Zimba, Samuel Fudzulani, Lameck Mbuluma Phiri, David Chinoko and Sibusiso Sibande. The Football Association of Malawi's referees development manager Duncan Lengani commented on the appointments.

mwnation.com · 2026-09-02 08:22 sports en

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Bingu Stadium security lapses exposed as ministry awaits funding for fence repairs

Malawi's sports ministry says it still lacks funding to repair the perimeter fence at Bingu National Stadium. The gaps have let fans sneak in without tickets. The ministry has proposed a brick fence but is waiting for money.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-02 01:00 sports en

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Mtumbuka hails Bolero United for “fearless” 0-0 draw against Blue olero

Dr Matthews Mtumbuka, the UTM running mate and MP for Rumphi Central, praised Bolero United and owner Jimmy Butao after the local side held Blue Eagles to a goalless draw. He called the performance fearless. The match drew a large crowd.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-02 00:09 sports en

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Wanderers appoints Nginde as interim coach

Mighty Wanderers have named MacDonald Nginde Mtetemera as interim head coach, just one day after suspending Bob Mpinganjira. The club's board made the move after a meeting, according to a letter from board secretary Chancy Gondwe.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-01 23:59 sports en

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Bravehearts eye historic double glory as international basketball tournament returns to Lilongwe

Bravehearts Basketball Club is aiming for a historic double win at this year's Bravehearts International Basketball Challenge in Lilongwe. The tournament runs from September 3 to 5 at ABC Blue and Malcon Gym. Teams from Zambia, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Mozambique, and South Africa are set to compete. The club hopes to capture both the men's and women's titles.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-01 23:53 sports en

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Five Malawian referees named for CAF Interclub competition preliminary rounds

The Confederation of African Football appointed five Malawian referees for the 2026/27 Interclub preliminary rounds. Matches will take place between September 4 and 13.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-01 23:48 sports en

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Kukoma maintain perfect weekend with victory over Tigresses in FDH Premier Netball League

Kukoma Diamonds kept their perfect weekend going with a 61-49 win over Tigresses in the FDH Premier Netball League at Blantyre Sports Arena on Sunday. That followed a 57-25 victory over FLC Netball Team on Saturday, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

nyasatimes.com · 2026-09-01 11:40 sports en

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