BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Ekhaya FC head coach Enos Chatama has expressed confidence in his side’s future despite suffering a 2–0 defeat to FCB Nyasa Big Bullets on Sunday afternoon in Blantyre.
The loss marked Ekhaya’s third consecutive defeat, but the coach insists the struggles are part of a learning process that will make the team stronger next season.
Speaking after the match, Chatama admitted that results have not gone his team’s way in recent outings. However, he maintained that the technical panel has already identified key areas that need improvement and believes the team will return “more dangerous” once those problems are addressed ahead of the next campaign.
The match, played at Mpira Stadium, saw Bullets start on the front foot, immediately setting the tempo with quick ball circulation and high pressing.
Ekhaya were forced to defend deep in the opening minutes as the hosts pushed numbers forward, stretching their defensive line in search of an early breakthrough.
Bullets’ persistence paid off in the 31st minute when substitute Maxwell Phodo, who had just come on for Mike Mkwate, found the back of the net. Phodo calmly finished after receiving a well weighted pass from Chikumbutso Salima, giving the hosts a deserved 1–0 lead.
Just before the halftime whistle, Bullets doubled their advantage. Ephraim Kondowe scored a fine goal in stoppage time after being set up by Phodo, capping off a dominant first-half display by the home side and sending them into the break with a comfortable 2–0 cushion.
Ekhaya attempted to regroup in the second half, while Bullets made tactical changes, including the introduction of Babatunde Adebouje in the 58th minute.
Ekhaya also responded with a series of substitutions, bringing in Kester Simbi, Vincent Salawila and later Clever Chikwata in an effort to inject fresh energy into the game.
Despite the changes, Ekhaya struggled to break down a well-organised Bullets defence. The hosts managed the game professionally, limiting Ekhaya’s chances and maintaining control as the clock ran down.
After three minutes of added time, the referee brought the match to an end with Bullets securing a solid 2–0 victory. The win further underlined their authority, while Ekhaya were left to reflect on another tough afternoon.
Maxwell Gastin Phodo was named Man of the Match for his decisive impact off the bench, contributing a goal and an assist. For Ekhaya and coach Enos Chatama, the focus now shifts to rebuilding with optimism firmly placed on a stronger and more competitive return next season.
Bullets remain on position two with 62 points from 28 matches while Ekhaya Fc stay on position 7 with 39 points from the same number of matches.
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The Hallmark Channel is far and away the best place to find the corniest, cheesiest holiday movies.
And during the Christmas season, that’s just what many people are looking for. They want to light a Yankee candle, brew some peppermint tea and sink into a world where beautiful people get just what they want for Christmas.
Watch With Us loves a good Hallmark Christmas movie, so we decided to do a civil service and rank the very best ones you can watch right now on Hallmark+.
Did your favorites make the cut? Read on to find out!
Humble seamstress Emily (Lacey Chabert) devotes herself to her family’s Philadelphia business, but she finds her world turned upside-down when she discovers that her European boyfriend, Leopold (Stephen Hagan), is a royal prince and heir to the throne of a small sovereign country. Leopold takes Emily back to his home to met his family for Christmas with intent to marry her. However, Leopold’s mother has other plans for him.
With some The Princess Diaries sprinkled in, A Royal Christmas hits all the notes you want from a royalty-themed Christmas Hallmark movie: everyone learns a lesson, everyone looks beautiful, love prevails and, of course, the beautiful gowns. Plus, Chabert and Jane Seymour shine in the film.
Estranged identical twin sisters Kate and Christ Lockhart (both played by Candace Cameron Brue) are stuck planning their respective holiday parties when they decide to switch things up. In order to see if one twin has things better than the other — and unbeknownst to their families — the twins swap lives, and the lessons they learn from the experience may just make for the best Christmas they’ve ever had.
Switched for Christmas makes for an adorable Christmas tale of family, friendship and learning to understand and appreciate your loved ones — and what would a Hallmark movie be without a little romance as well? It doesn’t hurt that the movie has a good sense of humor too, and with Cameron Brue playing an impressive dual role.
In a gambit to give his parents a good Christmas, speech writer Jaime (Tyler Hynes) makes a deal with his ex-girlfriend Emily (Bethany Joy Lenz) to come home with him for the holidays and pretend that they’re still together. However, it doesn’t take much before the act starts to unravel — especially when they realize their dormant feelings for one another are coming back.
This is a great Christmas Hallmark movie to watch for some silly antics, as Jaime and Emily do their best to maintain their week-long ruse in front of Jaime’s family, but it ends on a heartfelt note when the two exes realize they still love each other. Lenz and Hynes have wonderful, believable chemistry, and the film sports the perfect warm and festive holiday atmosphere.
Bachelor Zachary Stone (Brandon Routh) is only committed to one thing, and that’s being single. But when a stray cat winds up on his doorstep, he starts to realize that a little company in his day-to-day life might not be so bad. However, things take an unexpectedly romantic turn when he meets Marilee (Kimberly Sustad), a veterinary student who helps teach him how to take care of his new feline friend. Can the two make it work despite their differences?
The Nine Lives of Christmas is a fun rom-com with the perfect amount of schmaltz, made all the more enjoyable by Routh and his dynamic with Sustad. The movie is an ideal, easy Christmas watch, with some critics even feeling that the script and characters were better written than the book it was based on.
Hardworking single mom Jennifer (Brooke Burns) has become a bit of a Scrooge around Christmas, and her young son barely believes in Santa Claus. However, when her Uncle Ralph (Henry Winkler) brings over a man named Morgan (Warren Christie) whom he met on his flight, Jen and Morgan hit it off, but Morgan doesn’t like Jen’s attitude towards the holiday. For them to make it work, Morgan has to teach Jen how to get into the Christmas spirit.
While The Most Wonderful Time of the Year features a fairly familiar premise, it’s executed in a refreshing way through its smart scriptwriting, genuinely funny moments and the inclusion of Happy Days legend Henry Winkler. With fun, mismatched chemistry between Burns and Christie and a brisk script, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year is a Christmas movie highlight.
The premise of the 1987 Tom Selleckmovie Three Men and a Baby gets a Christmas twist in Three Wise Men and a Baby, when three brothers named Stephen (Paul Campbell), Taylor (Hynes) and Luke (Andrew W. Walker) find themselves stuck caring for a baby over the holidays. After an abandoned infant is left at the doorstep of Luke’s work, the brothers, who have grown apart over the years, must now work together in an unexpected situation.
Well-written, genuinely funny and featuring a terrific cast, Three Wise Men and a Baby is a Hallmark holiday favorite for a reason. The characters are believable and have well-developed relationships with one another, and the movie balances the perfect mix of humor and heartfelt moments.
Screenwriter Lucy Hardgrove (Joy Lenz) has been hired to write the script for a remake of a beloved Christmas classic filmed at the historic Biltmore house. However, when Lucy’s script isn’t up to studio standards, she’s sent to the house for inspiration — where she finds herself traveling back in time to 1947 when His Merry Wife! was filmed. As she uses it as a chance to learn more about the film, she gets cozy with one of the stars, but her presence in the past threatens the film’s future.
Many consider A Biltmore Christmas to be the ultimate Hallmark holiday classic, but also a fantastic Christmas movie in its own right. The plot frees itself from many tired Christmas tropes while still hitting the right beats and heartfelt moments. The music, sets, costuming and performances all come together to make A Biltmore Christmas can’t-miss during the holidays.
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LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has highlighted commitment, patience and steady improvement as key takeaways following his side’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield on Saturday.
A brace from Hugo Ekitike ensured all three points for the Reds and extended their unbeaten run to five matches in all competitions.
The French forward wasted no time in making his mark, opening the scoring inside the first minute before completing his double with a well-timed header from a Mohamed Salah corner midway through the second half.
Slot described the win as a reward for hard work rather than a sudden transformation, brushing aside claims that Liverpool only looked defensively solid because of the clean sheet.
He noted that recent performances had already shown improvement, pointing out that three shutouts in the last five matches offer something tangible to build on after earlier defensive setbacks.
Much of the post-match attention focused on Salah, who returned to the squad after missing the previous outing.
Introduced as Slot’s first substitution, the Egyptian winger made an immediate impact, providing creativity, energy and an assist.
The Liverpool boss insisted that actions on the pitch mattered more than off-field discussions, praising Salah for delivering the kind of performance supporters expect.
Slot also played down suggestions of lingering issues between himself and Salah, stressing that the forward is treated no differently from any other member of the squad.
According to the Dutch coach, internal conversations remain private and selection decisions are made purely on footballing needs.
Salah’s gesture of applauding supporters at full-time was also addressed with Slot emphasizing that the appreciation was collective.
He said the players owed the fans gratitude after a demanding display that required both effort and a slice of fortune to preserve the clean sheet.
Looking ahead, Slot acknowledged the challenge of coping without Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations but welcomed the upcoming schedule, which offers valuable recovery time between fixtures. He remains hopeful the winger will return in good form after the tournament.
Ekitike’s early substitution late in the game was explained as a precaution, with Slot revealing the striker was suffering from cramp.
The coach praised the youngster’s rapid adaptation to the Premier League’s intensity, noting clear progress compared to the start of the season.
Slot concluded by expressing satisfaction with the development of Liverpool’s summer signings, many of whom are still adjusting to the physical and tactical demands of English football.
With confidence growing and performances stabilizing, the Reds appear to be finding momentum at a crucial stage of the campaign.
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CHITIPA-(MaraviPost)-Mzuzu City Hammers head coach Elias Chirambo has reiterated that his side’s main target is to win their remaining two league matches in order to escape relegation, following a hard-fought 2–2 draw against Chitipa United at Chitipa Stadium on Saturday.
Chirambo made the remarks after watching his team surrender a lead twice in a tense and physical encounter that underlined the pressure facing clubs at both ends of the table.
Going into the match, Hammers were desperate for maximum points as they continue to battle near the relegation zone.
The match began at a high tempo with both teams committing strongly into challenges, forcing medical staff to attend to players early on.
Despite the physical nature of the contest, Mzuzu City Hammers struck first in the ninth minute when Samson Olatubosun calmly finished to give the visitors a 1–0 advantage.
Tempers flared midway through the first half as fouls disrupted the flow of the game but Hammers managed to protect their narrow lead going into the break.
At half-time, the visitors looked on course for a crucial away victory that would have boosted their survival hopes.
However, Chitipa United emerged stronger in the second half and were rewarded in the 67th minute when Mally Kasongo produced a fine finish to level the scores.
Just five minutes later, Kasongo completed his brace with a well-taken header, completing a remarkable turnaround for the hosts.
As the match entered the closing stages, Chitipa were forced into a goalkeeping change after Jacob Anyambwire sustained an injury with Kennedy Nakhaima coming on in his place.
Nine minutes of added time were announced, giving Hammers renewed belief.
That belief paid off in the 90+2nd minute when substitute Alex Orotomal made an instant impact, scoring a dramatic equaliser to rescue a point for the visitors.
The match ended 2–2, with Kasongo later voted Man of the Match for his influential performance.
After the game, Chitipa United coach Kondwa Ikwanga described the encounter as one of the toughest matches his side has played, noting that Mzuzu City Hammers were highly motivated by their desire to escape relegation.
Mzuzu City Hammers remain 15th on the table with 28 points from 28 matches while Chitipa United sit ninth with 37 points from 29 games.
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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The 2025 TNM Super League season has delivered a spectacle of thrilling football, showcasing the grit, skill, and determination of Malawi’s top clubs.
As the dust settles on this fiercely contested campaign, one thing is clear: the Mighty Wanderers are the team to beat, but the battle for supremacy remains intense with FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Silver Strikers FC hot on their heels.
Mighty Wanderers have stamped their authority on the league, finishing with an impressive 62 points.
Their relentless attacking prowess is matched only by a rock-solid defense that conceded a mere 12 goals all season — the best defensive record in the league. This formidable balance between attack and defense is the cornerstone of their success.
Scoring 42 goals, they have proven that winning football is about more than just finding the net; it’s about controlling the game and shutting down opponents at every turn.
Right behind them, the FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have blazed a trail of their own.
Despite scoring the highest number of goals in the league — a staggering 54 — they fell just short of the summit, collecting 59 points.
The Bullets’ attacking line-up has been a constant threat, ripping apart defenses with an average of nearly two goals per game.
However, their Achilles’ heel has been their defense, conceding 20 goals and suffering six losses, which ultimately cost them vital points in the title chase.
The Bullets’ campaign has been a rollercoaster of dazzling attacking flair punctuated by rare but costly defensive lapses.
Silver Strikers FC, the perennial contenders, secured third place with 56 points.
Their season was marked by a blend of tactical discipline and attacking tenacity, netting 44 goals and conceding 16.
With only two losses, Silver Strikers displayed resilience but lacked the extra edge to usurp the dominant duo above them.
Their campaign was a masterclass in consistency, but in the fierce TNM Super League, consistency alone is not enough to clinch the crown.
Looking deeper into the league standings, Karonga United and Ekhaya FC have been the surprise packages, both racking up 40+ points.
Karonga United scored 28 goals and conceded 25, while Ekhaya FC found the back of the net 32 times but let in 22 goals.
Their solid performances have injected fresh excitement into the league, proving that the TNM Super League is not just a two or three-horse race but a vibrant competition where any team can challenge on their day.
Blue Eagles FC and Civil Service United, both with 41 points, have had respectable campaigns.
The Eagles scored 34 goals but conceded 28, showing flashes of brilliance tempered by defensive vulnerabilities.
Civil Service United, scoring 32 and conceding 19, demonstrated a well-rounded approach but lacked the finishing touch to climb higher up the standings.
Kamuzu Barracks and Moyale Barracks, stalwarts of the league, have had mixed fortunes.
Kamuzu Barracks netted 29 goals but conceded 33, finishing with 38 points. Moyale Barracks, despite scoring 26, conceded a hefty 34 goals and ended with 36 points.
Their campaigns were defined by moments of promise undone by defensive frailties.
The mid-table battle was fierce, with teams like Chitipa United, Creck Sporting Club, MAFCO FC, and Dedza Dynamos all grinding out points in a league where every victory counts.
Chitipa United and Moyale Barracks both amassed 36 points, while Creck Sporting Club and MAFCO FC finished with 33 and 31 points respectively.
Dedza Dynamos matched MAFCO with 31 points but conceded 32 goals, highlighting the need for defensive tightening in future campaigns.
Mighty Tigers and Mzuzu City Hammers struggled to find consistent form.
The Tigers managed only 26 points despite scoring 21 goals, conceding 32 in return.
Mzuzu City Hammers, on the other hand, had a tough season, scoring 24 but conceding a league-high 40 goals, finishing with just 27 points.
Their campaigns illustrate the brutal nature of the TNM Super League where defensive solidity is as crucial as offensive firepower.
At the bottom of the table, Songwe Border United faced a harsh reality.
With only nine goals scored and a staggering 70 goals conceded, their solitary win and 24 losses epitomize a season to forget.
Their struggles underscore the challenge of competing in a league packed with quality and competitiveness.
What stands out this season is the striking contrast between offensive firepower and defensive resilience.
Teams like Bullets and Wanderers have shown that while scoring goals wins matches, it’s minimizing concessions that wins championships.
The Wanderers’ near-impenetrable defense and tactical discipline have been their greatest assets, while the Bullets’ relentless attacking style has thrilled fans but exposed occasional defensive weaknesses.
The TNM Super League continues to grow in stature, with rising talents and seasoned veterans delivering captivating football week in, week out.
The league’s competitive balance ensures that no team can afford complacency, making every game a high-stakes encounter filled with drama and excitement.
As the 2025 season concludes, the focus shifts to the off-season, where clubs will look to strengthen their squads and address weaknesses.
Will the Mighty Wanderers maintain their iron grip on the title? Can the Bullets sharpen their defense to reclaim the crown? Or will the Silver Strikers find that elusive spark to overturn the established order?
One thing is certain — the TNM Super League remains Malawi’s premier football battleground, where passion, skill, and determination collide to create unforgettable moments.
Fans can already start counting down the days to the next season, eager to witness more spectacular goals, nail-biting finishes, and the relentless pursuit of glory.
In the meantime, the 2025 TNM Super League will be remembered as a season of fierce competition, remarkable individual and team performances, and the unyielding spirit of Malawian football.
The battle for supremacy continues, and the beautiful game in Malawi shines brighter than ever.
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My boyfriend is my personal life-size Ken doll. Whenever he asks me for styling assistance, I jump at the opportunity to dress him in dapper outfits — just like Ken’s job is beach, my job is wardrobe.
We may have different taste in television (sports for him, reality TV for me), but we do have the same taste in fashion. Our favorite men’s clothing brand? Vuori.
Known for the softest activewear and loungewear, Vuori delivers coastal style, high quality and premium comfort. As founder Joe Kudla told Us, “At the end of the day, it’s all about feeling good.” With Vuori, your man will feel good and look good! Win-win.
My handsome boyfriend in head-to-toe Vuori.Hannah Kahn
Not only did my boyfriend wear Vuori Meta pants on our first date, but he also rocks those same slacks to the office and the golf course! That’s the versatility of Vuori. You can take these comfortable designs from day to night. And unlike some activewear, these styles are always sleek and never sloppy.
Below are 11 men’s pieces from Vuori that get my stamp of approval as a shopping editor. From joggers to jackets, each of these styles deserves a spot on your hubby’s holiday wish list.
Seaside Half-Zip Sweatshirt
Vuori
Made from brushed-back fleece, this half-zip feels like a vintage sweatshirt in brand-new condition. Super soft with a relaxed fit, this classic pullover is perfect for weekend plans or post-workout comfort.
