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Liverpool beat Napoli but have to settle for second in the group
Napoli suffered its first loss of the season after late goals from Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez helped Liverpool claim a 2-0 victory in their final Champions League group game.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Both teams entered the match having booked their place in the Round of 16, with Jurgen Klopp‘s men needing to win by four goals if they wanted to knock the Partenopei out of top spot.
The Reds started strong, Curtis Jones firing an effort over the bar from a tight angle, while Kvicha Kvaratskhelia saw a penalty appeal rejected after being nudged over by Ibrahima Konate.
Salah was one-on-one with Alex Meret, with the Napoli goalkeeper doing well to get a touch, though the Egyptian was offside.
Napoli thought they had taken the lead after 53 minutes when Leo Ostigard‘s diving header from Kvaratskhelia’s free kick found the back of the net. However, after a lengthy VAR review that lasted over three minutes, the goal was eventually called off.
The decision proved decisive as Liverpool went ahead with just five minutes remaining. Substitute Nunez sent a bullet of a header on goal that was parried by Meret, but Salah was there to fire home from close range.
Salah should have had a second in stoppage time but Ostigard did well to deny him a simple tap after Nunez managed to put a ball across the face of goal.
Nevertheless, Liverpool scored a second deep in stoppage time. Virgil van Dijk header was saved by Meret, only for Nunez to turn home the rebound from in close.
The sequence resulted in another lengthy VAR check, before it was ruled Piotr Zielinski kept the Uruguayan onside.
The result means Liverpool end their Group A campaign on a high and with a second-place finish, while Napoli top a Champions League group for just the second time in club history despite seeing their run of 13 consecutive victories come to an end.
After a prolonged and contentious eight-year legal battle, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the Daily Mail, the former couple officially signed off on the divorce paperwork on Monday, December 30.
However, their dispute over a French chateau they once shared remains unresolved.
“Frankly, Angelina is exhausted,” said divorce lawyer James Simon.
“Over eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt. She and the children left all the properties they had shared with him, and since then, she has been focused on finding peace and healing for their family.”
Jolie filed for divorce in September 2016, just two years after their marriage, following a 10-year relationship.
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Alan Shearer, the legendary Newcastle striker, has shared his predictions for the Premier League matches set to take place this weekend before Christmas. Among the standout fixtures is Liverpool’s exciting away trip to face Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, which promises to be a thrilling encounter between two attacking teams.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Shearer offered his insights on several key clashes, starting with Aston Villa’s home match against Manchester City. He noted Villa’s strong home form, saying, “Aston Villa vs. Man City – Villa is a formidable team, especially when their passionate crowd backs them. They play with flair and aggression, making them tough to beat, particularly on the attack. I’m predicting a draw for this one.”
Turning to the Crystal Palace vs. Arsenal match, Shearer recognized the challenge for Arsenal, saying, “Crystal Palace v Arsenal – This will be a tough test for Arsenal, but I believe they have the resilience to bounce back after recent performances. I’m predicting an away win for Arsenal, but it won’t be easy; Palace are always difficult to beat at home. Expect a very competitive game.”
For the Everton vs. Chelsea clash, Shearer praised Chelsea’s form, stating, “Everton v Chelsea – Chelsea is in second place and showing great form, clearly in the title race. While they have a strong chance, I’m still uncertain about their ability to win the Premier League this season. My prediction is a Chelsea victory in this one.”
Regarding the Manchester United vs. Bournemouth game, Shearer predicted a tight contest, saying, “Man United vs. Bournemouth – I think this one will end in a draw. Bournemouth has proven to be competitive, and I believe they’ll manage to take something from United.”
Finally, for the highly-anticipated Spurs vs. Liverpool match, Shearer backed Liverpool’s attacking strength, commenting, “Spurs v Liverpool – I think Liverpool will win this one. Expect plenty of goals and action, as both teams play an offensive style, but I see Liverpool coming out on top in what should be a fantastic game to watch.
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SWAPO’s Nandi-Ndaitwah Triumphs In Namibia’s Presidential Race, But Opposition Rejects Results
Namibia’s ruling SWAPO party has claimed victory in last week’s contentious elections, marking a historic achievement as Vice-President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes the country’s first female president. However, the results remain disputed by the main opposition party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) announced that Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, secured just over 57% of the vote, while her closest challenger, Panduleni Itula of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), received 25.5%. Despite the outcome, the IPC has rejected the results, citing irregularities and logistical issues during the voting process.
Nandi-Ndaitwah, a longtime member of SWAPO, takes leadership of the resource-rich nation, which has been governed by SWAPO since its independence in 1990. Her election marks a milestone, as she joins the ranks of a small number of female leaders across the African continent.
The election, held on November 27, was marred by logistical challenges, including ballot paper shortages and technical failures with electronic voter registration devices. These problems led to extended voting hours and long queues, with some voters abandoning the process after waiting for up to 12 hours. The IPC has accused authorities of deliberately attempting to disenfranchise voters and has vowed to challenge the results in court.
Election monitors, including a group of southern African human rights lawyers, condemned the delays, calling them intentional. While the ECN acknowledged organizational shortcomings, such as overheating devices and insufficient ballot papers, they defended the overall process.
Voter turnout was high, with nearly 77% of the 1.5 million registered voters casting their ballots. The election proved to be a crucial test for SWAPO, as dissatisfaction grows among the younger population, a trend seen in other liberation-era parties across Southern Africa, such as South Africa’s ANC and Botswana’s Democratic Party.
Despite Namibia’s wealth in natural resources like uranium and diamonds, much of the population remains disadvantaged, with youth unemployment reaching an estimated 46% in 2018. Nandi-Ndaitwah has promised to address these challenges by focusing on economic diplomacy and attracting foreign investment.
Known for her signature gold-framed glasses and consistent display of SWAPO’s blue, red, and green colors, Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasizes the wisdom and experience she brings to her new role. As she steps into office, she faces the dual challenge of uniting a divided nation while fulfilling her campaign promises of economic growth and job creation.
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