Posts archive for Jan 2025

Arsenal wraps up their Champions League group phase with an away game against Girona on Matchday 8. Clinching five wins out of seven games, Arsenal is poised to advance to the round of 16 after a decisive 3-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb. With Girona out of the competition, Arteta might prioritize the upcoming Premier League face-off with Manchester City. Viewers can catch the game live on TNT Sports 4 in the UK or via VPN abroad.

FC Barcelona faced off against Benfica in a high-stakes UEFA Champions League clash on January 21, 2025, achieving a remarkable comeback victory. Despite swirling transfer speculations linking forward Ferran Torres to AC Milan, he affirmed his commitment to Barcelona. The dramatic 5-4 match highlighted Barcelona's attacking capabilities and the strategic mastery of coach Hansi Flick, revealing both resilience and vulnerabilities within the team.

Nicholas Musonye, Chairman of the CHAN Local Organizing Committee, urges the Football Kenya Federation to focus on enhancing Harambee Stars' performance to ensure success in the upcoming African Nations Championship. As Kenya prepares to co-host the event in 2025, Musonye emphasizes the importance of hiring a skilled coach and assembling a powerful team to capitalize on increased prize money and fan support.

New Year's Day brings a mix of openings and closures across retail and dining venues. While many popular chains like Starbucks will operate, hours can differ greatly by location. Notably, Costco will remain closed, and Chick-fil-A will close early. The pandemic has caused deviations in standard operating hours, underscoring the importance of checking specific hours before venturing out.