The goal that broke the hearts of the South Africans was scored by Andy Simukonda in the 65th minute. Simukonda beat South African goalie, Abram Marosha with a low shot after accepting a beautiful pass from Innocent Jere.
Simukonda should have scored at least three goals but was also let down by poor finishing.
He wasted a clear cut chance in the 26th minute as he dilly- dallied and was eventually dispossessed when two of his teammates were well positioned to score. The Malawian striker wasted another chance in the 40th minute when he shot over with only the goalie to beat.
The home side, Amajimbos also had their fair share of missed chances with Zenzele Zungu being the main culprit. Zungu missed in the 30th minute when he shot wide from close range. In the 48th minute Zungu was guilty of missing another chance when he shot wide following a good build up by the South Africans. Substitute Sanele Mkhize did well when he was introduced in the second half but he missed one of the match's easiest chances after outrunning the Malawi defenders.
The South Africans were rescued by the woodwork as Malawi struck the woodwork at least three times in the second half. The shots from Luka Milanzi and Brian Ngalande struck the woodwork much to the relief of the South Africans.
In the end it was Malawi who had the last laugh as they got an away win.
Saturday, 30 August 2008
Efforts to recycle bear fruit in Malawi
HOUSEHOLDERS in Conwy who recycle aluminium cans and foil have helped environmental projects in Malawi.
Alupro (the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation) is making sure an orange tree is grown to maturity for every tonne of aluminium drinks cans and foil recycled in the UK.
Conwy residents have recycled 128 tonnes of aluminium cans and foil in just 12 months. So they have ‘given’ 128 fruit trees to families in rural Malawi.
They are looked after on the shores of Lake Malawi, where they will be subject to trials for disease and drought resistance, and at the garden club nurseries.
Conwy environment spokesman Mike Priestley said: “We are delighted that after just one year, recyclers in Conwy have been responsible for giving 128 fruit trees to the project.”
He urged residents to recycle to help build ‘a sustainable future in Malawi’.
Alupro (the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation) is making sure an orange tree is grown to maturity for every tonne of aluminium drinks cans and foil recycled in the UK.
Conwy residents have recycled 128 tonnes of aluminium cans and foil in just 12 months. So they have ‘given’ 128 fruit trees to families in rural Malawi.
They are looked after on the shores of Lake Malawi, where they will be subject to trials for disease and drought resistance, and at the garden club nurseries.
Conwy environment spokesman Mike Priestley said: “We are delighted that after just one year, recyclers in Conwy have been responsible for giving 128 fruit trees to the project.”
He urged residents to recycle to help build ‘a sustainable future in Malawi’.
Three-legged record attempt
An attempt to beat the world record for the longest distance three-legged run in 24 hours will be attempted by a group of six lawyers from Sky’s headquarters in Osterley.
The team of six, aptly-named the Three-legged Eagles, will attempt to cover the 61 miles from Richmond Park to the Malawian embassy in London, to raise money for teaching projects in Malawi.
To add to the challenge they will run the sponsored race today in traditional Malawian costume.
All money raised will go towards building accommodation in Malawi to encourage teachers to move to rural areas where there is currently one teacher for every 61 pupils.
Martin Davidson, Sophie Lewis, Oliver Holland, Marie-Claire McCartney, Kate Lowes and Guy Le Grew are the six taking part in the record attempt, as part of the Times leadership challenge which combines effective leadership training with support for sustainable community projects in Africa.
The team of six, aptly-named the Three-legged Eagles, will attempt to cover the 61 miles from Richmond Park to the Malawian embassy in London, to raise money for teaching projects in Malawi.
To add to the challenge they will run the sponsored race today in traditional Malawian costume.
All money raised will go towards building accommodation in Malawi to encourage teachers to move to rural areas where there is currently one teacher for every 61 pupils.
Martin Davidson, Sophie Lewis, Oliver Holland, Marie-Claire McCartney, Kate Lowes and Guy Le Grew are the six taking part in the record attempt, as part of the Times leadership challenge which combines effective leadership training with support for sustainable community projects in Africa.
SA U17 will beat Malawi, says boss Moloi
SOUTH Africa’s national U17 soccer coach, Teboho Moloi, is confident his troops will defeat Malawi in the first round of the 2009 African Championships qualifiers at Eldorado Park Stadium to day.
Kick off is at 3pm.
Moloi is brimming with confidence as his players defeated Malawi 1-0 in a Cosafa Cup match last December in Blantyre. Moloi says they have prepared well for this crucial encounter and he believes they will advance to the next round.
“We are aware that Malawi will come at us looking for an early away goal. They are a tough side but we have planned for them. We will go all out for a convincing win as we play at home.
“Malawi are good finishers which means our defence must be solid. We last beat them 1-0 but we will treat this game like a cup final. We must humiliate them here so it can be easy for us away,” stated the former Orlando Pirates midfielder.
The squad: GOALKEEPERS: Sanele Ngubane (Afrika Sports Academy), Abram Marosha (Harmony Academy).
DEFENDERS: Mbongeni Gumede, Siyabonga Mkhwananzi, Kamogelo Ratau (O/Pirates), Itumeleng Moleofi (United FC), Doctor Mampuru (Wits), Sello Mohlaka (Afrika Sports Academy), Faeez Khan (Santos).
MIDFIELDERS: Thomas Sertubarube (O/Pirates), Xolani Mdaki, Lebohang Moloto (Wits), Jabulani Ncobeni (Maritzburg Utd), Khulekani Khumalo, Lehlonoholo Masalesa, Menzi Masuku (Afrika Sports Academy), Mothusi Gopane (Wits).
STRIKERS: Justice Nozozo (Afrika Sports Academy), Sanele Mkhize (Maritzburg City), Zanele Zungu (NRD Flotech).
Kick off is at 3pm.
Moloi is brimming with confidence as his players defeated Malawi 1-0 in a Cosafa Cup match last December in Blantyre. Moloi says they have prepared well for this crucial encounter and he believes they will advance to the next round.
“We are aware that Malawi will come at us looking for an early away goal. They are a tough side but we have planned for them. We will go all out for a convincing win as we play at home.
“Malawi are good finishers which means our defence must be solid. We last beat them 1-0 but we will treat this game like a cup final. We must humiliate them here so it can be easy for us away,” stated the former Orlando Pirates midfielder.
The squad: GOALKEEPERS: Sanele Ngubane (Afrika Sports Academy), Abram Marosha (Harmony Academy).
DEFENDERS: Mbongeni Gumede, Siyabonga Mkhwananzi, Kamogelo Ratau (O/Pirates), Itumeleng Moleofi (United FC), Doctor Mampuru (Wits), Sello Mohlaka (Afrika Sports Academy), Faeez Khan (Santos).
MIDFIELDERS: Thomas Sertubarube (O/Pirates), Xolani Mdaki, Lebohang Moloto (Wits), Jabulani Ncobeni (Maritzburg Utd), Khulekani Khumalo, Lehlonoholo Masalesa, Menzi Masuku (Afrika Sports Academy), Mothusi Gopane (Wits).
STRIKERS: Justice Nozozo (Afrika Sports Academy), Sanele Mkhize (Maritzburg City), Zanele Zungu (NRD Flotech).
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