Indomitable Lions eliminate overrated Bafana Bafana out of 2025 AFCON

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….Cameroon 2-1 South Africa…..

RABAT-(MaraviPost)-Cameroon booked their place in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 after a tense 2–1 victory over South Africa in the Round of 16.

The match,saw the Indomitable Lions take control early and withstand a late fightback from Bafana Bafana.

The first breakthrough came in the first half when Junior Tchamadeu opened the scoring for Cameroon.

His goal rewarded the Lions’ early dominance and left South Africa trailing as the teams went into halftime.

The goal also highlighted Cameroon’s clinical approach in taking chances when they arise.

South Africa tried to respond but struggled to create clear-cut opportunities in the first half.

Cameroon’s midfield controlled the tempo and limited the South African attacks, frustrating Bafana Bafana’s attempts to level the score before the break.

Cameroon returned from halftime with renewed energy. Just minutes into the second half, Christian Kofane doubled the lead for the Indomitable Lions.

His composed finish gave Cameroon a 2–0 advantage and put South Africa under significant pressure to mount a comeback.

Trailing by two goals, South Africa intensified their attacking efforts.

They pressed higher up the field and tried to exploit spaces left by Cameroon, determined to keep their AFCON dreams alive.

The persistence paid off when Evidence Makgopa scored for Bafana Bafana on 88 minutes, reducing the deficit to 2–1.

The goal injected belief into the South African side and made the final stages of the match highly competitive and tense.

Cameroon, however, relied on their experience and composure to manage the closing minutes. They defended resolutely and slowed down the tempo whenever South Africa threatened, ensuring the lead remained intact.

Despite South Africa’s late pressure and attacking forays, they could not find the equalizer.

Cameroon’s defensive discipline and strategic play proved decisive in securing the win.

The victory ensures Cameroon progresses to the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals, keeping their hopes of winning the tournament alive since winning AFCON in 2017.

South Africa, meanwhile, exit the competition after a spirited but ultimately unsuccessful effort.

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Tension rises in Sironko as police deny shooting Bobi Wine’s NUP supporter: Uganda 2026 polls

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SIRONKO-(MaraviPost)-Uganda Police have dismissed claims that a National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter was shot during the party’s campaign activities in Sironko District.

The individual, identified as Lubulwa Hamza, sustained a head injury during a scuffle after resisting arrest, not from gunfire, according to police.

Hamza was driving recklessly, ignored orders to stop after overtaking the convoy of NUP presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine), and nearly caused an accident, prompting his interception.

Authorities insist there is no medical evidence of a gunshot wound and have urged the public to remain calm as investigations continue.

The incident has sparked rising tensions ahead of the 2026 elections, with conflicting accounts from NUP supporters and police.

Elgon Region Police spokesperson SP Rogers Taitika emphasized that allegations of a shooting are false and unsupported by clinical evidence.

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Late Etihad rescue shows Chelsea squad ready for new era: 2025/26 English Premier league

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LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Chelsea’s 1-1 draw away to Manchester City may only go down as a single point in the table, but in the wider context of a club in transition, it felt like much more than that.

Thrown into the deep end following Enzo Maresca’s sudden exit, interim head coach Calum McFarlane faced the ultimate baptism of fire a trip to the Etihad to take on Pep Guardiola’s champions.

Instead of retreating into damage limitation, Chelsea responded with bravery, structure and a refusal to accept defeat.

City’s early dominance was expected, and when Tijani Reijnders punished a costly Chelsea error before half time, it appeared the script was following a familiar path.

Erling Haaland had already rattled the post, and the home crowd sensed another routine win.

But Chelsea did not unravel. McFarlane tweaked his shape at the break, introducing Andrey Santos and asking his side to be braver in transition. The change worked.

Chelsea began to carry a greater attacking threat, even if Pedro Neto’s glaring miss threatened to undo their renewed momentum.

What followed was a test of mentality. Chelsea stayed compact, pressed intelligently and defended as a unit.

Young players like Josh Acheampong and Estevao Willian showed maturity beyond their years, while Enzo Fernandez led by example in midfield.
The reward came in the dying seconds.

Malo Gusto’s delivery found Fernandez once more and this time the Argentine made no mistake.

The away end erupted, the bench emptied and a moment of collective release followed weeks of uncertainty.

Beyond the drama, the performance felt like a quiet message to the club’s hierarchy and to likely incoming manager Liam Rosenior.

This squad, often criticised for inconsistency and fragility, showed togetherness, commitment and a willingness to absorb pressure for the greater good.

With this draw Manchester City remain on position two with 42 points from 20 games while Chelsea remain on position 5 with 31 points from same number of games

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Addison Rae Shows Off Her Sexy Beach Body in New Pics

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Addison Rae Addison SLAYED during a beach day in Perth, Australia … and we have the insanely sexy pics. The singer teased photographers with almost “Nothing On” as she frolicked in the Indian Ocean Sunday. The 25-year-old wore a teeny tiny pink…

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Morocco advance to 2025 AFCON Quarter-Finals

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RABAT-(MaraviPost)-Morocco capitalised on home ground advantage to secure a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Tanzania and book their place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025.

Playing in front of a passionate home crowd, the Atlas Lions started on the front foot and thought they had taken an early lead through Ismael Saibari.

However, celebrations were cut short after VAR ruled the goal out for offside, keeping the contest finely balanced.

Despite dominating possession, Morocco found it difficult to break down a disciplined Tanzanian defence in the first half, with the teams going into the break deadlocked at 0–0.

The breakthrough eventually came in the second half when Brahim Diaz found the back of the net to send the home supporters into celebration.

The goal proved decisive in a tightly contested encounter.

Diaz’s strike also etched his name into the tournament’s history books, as he became the first player to score in four consecutive AFCON 2025 matches.

His impressive performance earned him the Man of the Match accolade.

Tanzania fought bravely until the final whistle but were unable to find an equaliser against a determined Moroccan side.

With the win, Morocco advance to the quarter-finals, buoyed by the energy of their supporters and growing belief as the tournament progresses.

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MCP Secretary General Richard Chimwendo’s health is deteriorating in prison

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Opposition Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo’s health is deteriorating at Maula Prison in the capital Lilongwe.

Chimwendo lawyer George Jivason Kadzipatike says “My client is suffering”.

Kadzipatike added that the Dowa East lawmaker is yet to be charged.

He expressed worrisome on the bail ruling delays, which Justice Mzondi Mvula promised to deliver via email, has yet to come.

Kadzipatike says, “We are still waiting for the bail ruling up to now. I keep checking my mail box but the ruling is yet to come.

“My client continues to suffer unlawful detention as the State has not formally charged him before any Court. He has been in custody for over three weeks, having surrendered himself to police on 12 December, 2025.His health is deteriorating.”

Chimwendo Banda is accused of attempted murder on Frank Chiwanda in 2022 in Dowa District.

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