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Bolt, Stormzy, Williams, Melanie C, Payne & Butterfield star in charity match

Jun 12 2023 Share

The charity match between England and the Soccer Aid World XI FC showcased the incredible talent of both male and female footballers, all in the name of raising funds for UNICEF’s vital work.

Making history as the first female captain of Soccer Aid, Lioness Jill Scott led the England team with passion and determination. On the opposing side, the legendary Usain Bolt returned to captain the Soccer Aid World XI FC, having famously passed the armband to Andriy Shevchenko in last year’s match.

Adding to the excitement, grime artist Stormzy made his debut as co-manager for England, alongside Harry Redknapp and Emma Hayes. Their coaching team included the likes of Robbie Williams, Vicky McClure, David Seaman, and Zavon Hines. The star-studded Soccer Aid World XI FC management team featured football manager Mauricio Pochettino and actor Martin Compston, with Daniel Bachmann, Jesus Perez, Robbie Keane, and Sporty Spice Melanie C as coaches.

The match kicked off with Usain Bolt scoring the opening goal, marking a special moment for the Olympic sprinter and Manchester United fan in his fifth Soccer Aid appearance.

England turned up the heat in the second half, with Asa Butterfield scoring the equaliser with his first touch. Shortly after, Paul Scholes, an Old Trafford legend, put the Three Lions ahead with a second goal before being substituted due to injury, receiving a well-deserved standing ovation from the crowd.

England fought hard to turn the game around, but Robbie Keane of the World XI made an immediate impact by scoring two goals shortly after coming on. Teammate Kem Cetinay then secured his place in Soccer Aid history by becoming the all-time top scorer with his fifth goal.

The match ended with a 4-2 victory for the World XI, marking their fifth consecutive win in Soccer Aid.

One notable aspect of Soccer Aid 2023 was the increased participation of female celebrity players. With Jill Scott leading the way, Lioness and Euro 2022 Winner, the match showcased the talent of Eni Aluko and Heather O’Reilly, who represented England and the Soccer Aid World XI FC, respectively. Additionally, former professional footballers Karen Carney, Kaylyn Kyle, Izzy Christiansen, and celebrity players Scarlette Douglas and Maisie Adam made their Soccer Aid debuts.

Breaking barriers, the match officials for Soccer Aid 2023 featured an all-female lineup. Referee Abi Byrne, assisted by Georgia Ball and Nicoleta Bria, along with Jane Simms as the fourth official, demonstrated that women can excel in all areas of the beautiful game.

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‘Wear the damn shorts’, trainer encourages women

'Wear the damn shorts', trainer encourages women
Jun 12 2023 Share

As summer brings the heat, we cannot help but bring back this post by personal trainer and online coach Georgina Cox encouraging women to just wear the damn shorts. 

‘As the weather continues to get warmer please know you DO NOT need to wait until your body looks a certain way to wear something, you deserve to NOW,’ she explained. 

She explained how she spent her teenage and adult life restricting what she would wear, saying “When I lose weight I’ll wear this” or ““When I get rid of my cellulite I’ll wear this”. 

“For me this went on for years. I genuinely thought I could only wear certain things when my body looked like this “perfect” image in my head. Even after losing 100lbs I still didn’t feel like I could wear these things.” 

“Wear whatever YOU feel comfortable in, regardless of what anyone else is wearing, because you are dressing YOUR body, for you!” 

“I DESERVE to wear the clothes I want to and so do YOU!”

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Unusual friendship between cat and squab

Unusual friendship between cat and squab
Jun 12 2023 Share

Arnold Sciberras, known locally as The Exterminator, shared the story of Mufasa, a maicoon kitten, and a squab named Prada, who became the unlikeliest of friends.

‘The two grew together, becoming friends’ explained Arnold. They were separated years later for unseen circumstances, he continued. 

Despite not seeing each other for roughly half a year, the two never forgot each other. ‘They were reunited in a new place’ and ‘could not leave each other’s side, protecting each other.’

‘Its incredible the emotions they have shown when they saw each other again’ concluded Arnold. 

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Malta’s very first Film Education conference this 27th June

Malta's very first Film Education conference this 27th June
Jun 12 2023 Share

Malta’s film industry is growing at an unprecedented pace as more and more directors, actors and creators with international acclaim choose our island for their blockbuster projects.

Of course, this has prompted Malta’s Film Commission to continue investing in the sector, with Commissioner Johann Grech announcing €500,000 annual pledge into education initiatives. 

But that’s not at all as Malta is set to host the very first conference of its kind on the island focused on Film-Education.

On the 27th of June, the Mediterranean Conference Centre will bring together professionals, educators and policymakers to discuss themes related to film education in both formal and informal settings. 

With keynote speeches delivered by the likes of Kathleen Beckman from FACETS – an American nonprofit organisation with decades of experience in Film Education initiatives in Chicago – it will also feature panels consisting of representatives from various entities.

These include the University of Malta, MCAST, secondary schools, Aġenzija Żgħażagħ, NGOs, National Skills Council, film festival organisers and representatives from the industry. 

So if you are in any way interested in the film industry or the fields which educate the youth to seek it as a career, mark down your calendar as this is the place to be.

Anyone seeking more information about Sure Start or the Film Commission’s initiatives in Film Education can send an email to [email protected].

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