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Manchester City vs Manchester United Preview: Team News & Predicted Lineups
Match Details
Fixture: Manchester City vs Manchester United
Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Kick-off: 4:30 pm BST
Venue: Etihad Stadium
🔍 What We Know: Injuries & Lineups
Manchester City
Out for this derby: Omar Marmoush (knee injury while away with Egypt), Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rayan Cherki, and Mateo Kovacic .
John Stones is doubtful.
New signing Gianluigi Donnarumma is a candidate to start in goal, possibly making his debut.
Manchester United
Will be without Matheus Cunha, Mason Mount, and Diogo Dalot due to injuries.
Altay Bayindir confirmed to stay in goal.
Potential for Benjamin Sesko to make his full Premier League debut in the absence of Cunha.
⚽ Predicted Starting Lineups
Manchester City (4-3-3):
Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Rodri, Reijnders, Bernardo; Bobb, Haaland, Doku
Manchester United (4-2-3-1):
Bayindir; Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw; Mazraoui, Casemiro; Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo; Sesko; Amad
💬 Context & What’s at Stake
Both clubs start the season under pressure: City have suffered back-to-back defeats, leaving them in an uncharacteristically low position for this stage.
United have shown flashes of promise, including a late win over Burnley, but consistency remains an issue.
Lines in goal will attract attention: Donnarumma vs. Bayindir, both under scrutiny.
Tyler Robinson Arrested for Fatal Shooting of Charlie Kirk
On September 10, 2025, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during his “American Comeback Tour” event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. A single bullet struck him while he was speaking to a crowd, triggering a swift investigation.
Authorities have now arrested Tyler James Robinson, 22, in connection with the killing. He is being held without bail at Utah County Jail, facing state charges including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily harm, and obstruction of justice.
🔍 What the Evidence & Background Show
Robinson allegedly became “more political” in recent years and expressed strong disdain for Kirk’s views, according to family members. He reportedly told a family friend or relative that he was responsible for the shooting.
Key physical evidence includes bullet casings and digital messages. Some casings found at the scene were engraved with political or provocative messages. Authorities also report Discord messages from Robinson discussed obtaining the rifle used in the attack.
Robinson is believed to have acted alone.
⚖️ Legal and Social Fallout
Robinson is expected to be formally charged soon, with some counts possibly carrying the death penalty under Utah law.
Public reaction has been intense. Leaders across the political spectrum—state officials, campus administrators, and national figures—are condemning political violence and calling for calm and respectful discourse. Utah Governor Spencer Cox has emphasized that this moment demands reflection rather than further division.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Sentenced to 27 Years
Brazil’s Supreme Court has sentenced former president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and 3 months in prison for plotting to overturn the results of the 2022 election. The ruling was delivered on September 11, 2025, marking the first time a former Brazilian head of state has received such a sentence for undermining democracy.
Bolsonaro was convicted on multiple charges, including attempted coup d’état, violent abolition of the rule of law, and leading a criminal organization. The case is linked to the January 8, 2023 riots, when thousands of his supporters stormed government buildings in Brasília after he refused to accept electoral defeat to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Prosecutors argued that Bolsonaro deliberately spread misinformation about Brazil’s voting system, fueling unrest that led to violence and destruction of public property. The justices concluded that his actions endangered Brazil’s democratic order and encouraged efforts to overthrow a legitimate election.
Bolsonaro, who has been under house arrest, has denied any wrongdoing and called the charges politically motivated. His legal team confirmed they will appeal the ruling, though analysts believe the judgment already sends a strong signal about protecting democratic institutions.
The verdict has divided Brazil, with critics hailing it as a step forward for justice while Bolsonaro’s supporters claim it is persecution. The outcome could shape Brazil’s political landscape for years to come.
📌 Sources: Reuters, AP News, Al Jazeera
Liberia vs Malawi | FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match Day Kick-off 18:00hrs
It’s Match Day! 🇱🇷 Liberia takes on 🇲🇼 Malawi in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
📍 Bingu National Stadium
⏰ Kick-off: 18:00hrs
Who’s taking the win tonight? 🔥
#FIFA #LiberiaVsMalawi #afrinitytv
SLPP MPs Mock Fatima Bio in Sierra Leone Parliament
Freetown, Sierra Leone A video circulating online shows SLPP Members of Parliament (MPs) chanting phrases like “Coco roast” and “D Mami e coco burn” as First Lady Fatima Maada Bio entered the chamber during the State Opening of Parliament in August 2025
Observers noted that the First Lady remained seated while the President, Vice President, and legislative leaders entered. She was also seen wearing earphones during the President’s speech, raising questions about her engagement during the session.
In response, Fatima Bio downplayed the incident, attributing it to a few “older men who envy her” and clarified it does not represent the SLPP’s position
The incident has sparked intense debate on social media, highlighting concerns about decorum in political spaces and ongoing internal tensions within the SLPP.
Chiamaka Nnadozie Wins Back-to-Back
Chiamaka Nnadozie, the Super Falcons and Paris FC goalkeeper, has been named the 2024 CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year, marking her second consecutive win of this prestigious award.
Nnadozie’s exceptional performances have solidified her status as one of the world’s top goalkeepers. She played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s successful campaign during the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and was instrumental in Paris FC’s historic run in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, where her heroics in penalty shootouts earned global acclaim.
Expressing her joy, Nnadozie said, “This is for every young girl who dares to dream. I am honored to represent Nigeria and Africa on this stage. This award is a testament to hard work, resilience, and the incredible support I’ve received from my teammates and coaches.”
The Nigeria Football Federation has also congratulated Nnadozie on her achievement, reflecting the nation’s pride in her accomplishments.
Nnadozie’s back-to-back CAF awards underscore her dedication and the significant impact she continues to have in women’s football, both in Africa and internationally.
Lamine Yamal Shines Bright: Wins 2024 Golden Boy
Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal has been crowned the 2024 Golden Boy after a sensational campaign that saw him propel Spain to European Championship glory.
Turning 17 just a day before Spain’s 2-1 triumph over England in the Euro 2024 final, Yamal played a pivotal role in ‘La Roja’s’ success, earning both the Young Player of the Tournament and the Goal of the Tournament honors for his stunning strike against France in the semi-finals.
Originally set to collect the prestigious award in Turin, the teenager will remain sidelined for three to four weeks due to an ankle injury sustained during Barcelona’s 1-0 loss to Leganés in La Liga on Sunday.
MOVIE PERSONALITY PROFILE: IDRISSA JALLOH
Known in the Sierra Leonean entertainment circuit as General Dansco, Idrissa Jalloh is a passionate and consummate cinematographer with over 15 years experience in the creative industry coupled with extensive knowledge of movie production, Jalloh is a production powerhouse.
Also, an electrical Engineer of over 20 years, he has directed over 25 movies, managed and produced his own movies.
Some of his works include:
Village queen ( valentine’s production), Bitter experience ( sierra pictures), Yakouba( The witch girl) JJ Blessed, Blood addict JJ Blessed, Nmantri liberty film production, Dark Rain Star light movie production, wicked princess, Monjama ( the blind princess), My trials- (Unite film production), Kainkayama – (Grade A film production), Home Apart – (Generation Motion pictures), My bitter experience – (God’s love movie production), Hannah – (Sierra pictures), Cave of doom (Golden touch movie production), Clash of love – Golden touch movie production), Crown of thorns- (unite film production) to mention but a few.
CEO, General Dansco Visual Studio (GDVS) located at C/O 28 Bailey street Brookfields Freetown Sierra Leone, Jalloh says he is a post production turnkey merchant; with the skills to supervise post production processes including editing and color corrections.
Recognized by the Sierra Leone film council and Sierra Leone Film Guild, he is the national coordinator Cinematographer and Technical Guild of Sierra Leone.
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AfrinityTv interviews Sierra Leone Information and Civic Education Minister Mr Chernor Bah.
As it prepares for its super series on Sierra Leone, the nation, Afrinity tv Crew conducted an interview session in which the Minister of information and Civic Education, Sierra Leone, Chernor Bah gave an incisive perspective.
Titled; Salone Sweet Success Story, the program is a weekly showcase on the successes and great strides the President of the West African country has been making since assuming office in 2018.
In the interview conducted by Afrinity’s International Chief Correspondent, Chris Paul Otaigbe, the young Minister speaks to issues confronting Sierra Leone in a most sincere and candid manner.
Just before his engagement, AfrinityTv had had a similar session with the Spokesperson to the President and Honorable Minister for Public Affairs, Alh. Alpha Kanu.
According to Afrinity Chairman, Chairman/CEO, Wilfred U. Adams, both interviews will give the international community an appreciative understanding of the the Sierra Leonean situation.
“More importantly, is the fact that both men have marketed the man Maada Bio in a way that manner the Viewer will literally fall in love with President Julius Maada Bio and be anxious want to come to the country.” Said Adams.
Carers Appreciation Night(CAN): AfrinityTv Visits Corby Mayor
As preparations for the first ever Carers’ Appreciation Night for Players in the UK care industry get in top gear, Afrinity conglomerate Team paid a courtesy call to the Mayor Of Corby Town, Mayor Leanne Buckingham at the CorbyCube town centre , today, January 4,2024.
The Special Event is slated for Saturday February 10, next month, the program which is designed to appreciate those who are diligently serving British citizens; for their professional and humanitarian service in the United Kingdom health care sector.
Leading the Afrinity Crew, Mr. Wilfred U. Adams said the visit was meant to interview the Mayor and also update her about the preparations for the program.
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