Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca praised teenage forward Estevao after the Brazilian starred in a 5-1 Champions League victory against Ajax. The Italian coach said he feels fortunate to work with talented attackers who attract fans to matches. Maresca emphasized that the striker remains grounded despite his abilities and benefits from strong family support around him.
The Chelsea boss highlighted the club's commitment to developing young talent after fielding the Premier League's youngest squad last season. Three teenagers found the net against the Dutch side in what Maresca described as a memorable evening for the organization. The manager acknowledged that maintaining consistency will prove challenging ahead of upcoming fixtures, but...
Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler discussed his side's 1-0 win against Juventus in the Champions League group stage competition at Santiago Bernabeu. The Turkish international thanked supporters and expressed gratitude for coach Xabi Alonso's confidence in his ability to dictate tempo and provide creative spark. He noted his versatility allows him to operate as either a traditional playmaker or box-to-box midfielder.
Guler praised teammate Kylian Mbappe and said he felt surprised after earning man of the match honors. The 19-year-old stated that individual recognition matters less than securing victories for the club. He confirmed the team will pursue all three points when they face Barcelona in El Clásico.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois reflected on his team's 1-0 triumph against Juventus in Champions League group stage play. The Belgian reached 300 appearances for the Spanish club and praised the squad's performance against elite opposition. He noted the Italian side's defensive discipline and counterattacking threat posed challenges that required better ball movement and wider play.
Courtois highlighted a key save against striker Dusan Vlahovic and credited Jude Bellingham for his alertness in scoring the decisive goal. The keeper expressed satisfaction with Vinicius Junior's improving form and execution in attack. He looked ahead to the upcoming El Clásico match, acknowledging both teams enter in strong shape after Madrid...
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario criticized his team after a scoreless draw with Monaco in Champions League group stage action. The Italian shot-stopper said the squad failed to meet the required standards and lacked the essential fundamentals needed to compete at this level. He acknowledged Monaco outperformed Tottenham and deserved recognition for their superior play.
Vicario stressed the team must address deficiencies in effort, mental approach, and tactical awareness ahead of future matches. He noted the single point came through struggle rather than quality performance. The goalkeeper emphasized that basic elements like work rate and movement cannot be absent, particularly in road contests against technically skilled...
Sporting Lisbon defeated Marseille 2-1 in third-round Champions League group stage action. The French side grabbed an early advantage through Igor Paichao's 14th-minute strike but played a man down after Emerson Palmieri received a red card in first-half stoppage time. Geni Katamo leveled the match for the Portuguese club in the 69th minute before Alisson Santos netted the winner with four minutes remaining.
Sporting sits in 12th place with six points while Marseille holds three points in 18th position. The victory strengthened the Portuguese team's campaign as they chase advancement from the group stage. Marseille's numerical disadvantage proved costly as they surrendered their lead and suffered defeat. Both clubs face contrasting...
Samsung started mass production of its Exynos 2600 processor, but faces significant manufacturing challenges with its 2nm GAA technology. Initial wafer output stands at 15,000 units with 50 percent yields, allowing the chip to appear in just 30 percent of Galaxy S26 devices. Industry observers label the processor premature for widespread deployment across flagship models.
The Korean manufacturer targets 70 percent yield rates as it prepares pilot production of Tesla's AI6 chip on the same process node. Qualcomm is evaluating 2nm samples for its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, but may delay orders due to production limitations. Samsung hopes these projects will attract major clients and help compete with TSMC in advanced semiconductor...
ZANU PF Councillor Basil Mutosvori praised local organizations for supporting government initiatives to deliver health care services to underserved populations after Greenlight International Trust distributed mobility devices to 28 recipients on Saturday. The councillor from Zibagwe-Chirumanzu Ward 2 commended efforts to ensure marginalized communities receive essential services through collaborative partnerships between public institutions and private entities.
Greenlight International Trust founder Tawanda Makwiramiti announced plans for a 20-hectare rehabilitation center serving children with severe disabilities and substance abuse victims. The organization provided wheelchairs and mobility aids to 103 people in 2025 through its...
Enock Kanzingeni Chihana took the oath as Second Vice President of Malawi on Monday at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre, with Deputy Chief Justice Lovemore Chikopa administering the ceremony before senior government officials and political leaders. The Alliance for Democracy president becomes the second person to hold this position after his late father Chakufwa Chihana, who served under President Bakili Muluzi in the 1990s. His appointment follows Section 80(5) of the Constitution, which permits the president to name a second vice president when necessary.
AFORD formed an electoral alliance with the Democratic Progressive Party before the Sept. 16 general election, contributing to the DPP's victory. Chief Registrar of the High Court...
Former President Lazarus Chakwera pardoned FDH Bank owner Thom Mpinganjira on July 6, 2025, as part of celebrations for Malawi's 61st independence anniversary. Mpinganjira received a nine-year sentence with hard labor in 2021 for attempting to bribe five Constitutional Court judges hearing a presidential election case, but served only 122 days at Chichiri prison in Blantyre before release on bail. The businessman appeared among 37 inmates granted clemency and has notified the Supreme Court of plans to withdraw his appeal.
Homeland Security Principal Secretary Steve Kayuni stated the pardoned inmates met requirements and demonstrated good behavior. Center for Human Rights Education Advice and Assistance Executive Director Victor Mhango...
