By Shaffie A Mtambo
The midweek sports scene is buzzing with excitement, featuring thrilling matches and unexpected results across various competitions.
In the UEFA Women’s Euro Quarter-finals, Germany edged out France in a penalty shootout, winning 6-5 after a 1-1 draw in extra time on Friday. Spain also advanced to the semi-finals after securing a convincing 2-0 victory over Switzerland on Saturday.
Meanwhile, in the Scottish League Cup, Cove Rangers and Falkirk played out a goalless draw, with Falkirk emerging victorious 4-2 on penalties on Saturday.
Valentin Gómez’s transfer to Real Betis finalized for a fee of £6.5m and a contract until June 2030.
Other transfer rumors include Manchester United’s reported interest in Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson, valued between £80m and £100m. Barcelona’s potential deal for Marcus Rashford, which could include a 15% pay cut and a €30m buy option for June 2026.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have offered 15m euros plus add-ons and a sell-on clause for Marc Pubill. Arsenal and Sporting CP have agreed on terms for Viktor Gyökeres with potential bonuses of up to €10 million.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have confirmed that they have reached an agreement with Qatar side Muaither Sports Club to sign their captain Lloyd Aaron.
In the Airtel Top 8, Bullets won the cup after beating Silver Strikes 4-3 on post-match penalties after 90 minutes ended 1-1.
In the TNM Super League, Week 13 results, which took place on Saturday, July 19, 2025, were quite exciting. Mighty Wanderers won 1-0 against Mzuzu City Hammers, with Isaac Kaliati scoring a penalty in the 90th minute.
Meanwhile, Blue Eagles secured a 1-0 victory over Karonga United, with Micim Mhone scoring in the 25th minute. Civil Service United dominated Songwe United with a 5-0 win, with Frank Chizuza scoring twice (3′ and 36′), Precious Chipungu scoring twice (78′ and 89′), and Muhamad Biason scoring in the 90+3′ minute.
On Sunday, more Super League action unfolded. The match between Kamuzu Barracks and Mighty Tigers ended in a 0-0 draw.
Ekhaya FC defeated Moyale FC 3-0, with goals scored by James Lumbe (15′), Matamando Mwatchipisa (79′), and Alick Lungu (90+4′). Another match between Chitipa United and Creck SC also ended in a 0-0 draw.
In netball, the MPICO Gateway Central Region Netball League saw exciting matches, including Ceader Queens’ 47-35 win over Armour BN and Young Eagles’ convincing 78-21 victory over Belinda Sisters.
