In Malta: FaZe Clan makes history in Esports with Fourth Intel® Grand Slam Win

Mar 27 2023

FaZe Clan has made history in the world of esports by winning the fourth-ever Intel® Grand Slam. The team secured their victory by winning four ESL Pro Tour competitions, including the ESL Pro League Season 17, IEM Cologne 2022, ESL Pro League Season 15, and IEM Katowice 2022, and taking home the $1,000,000 cash prize.

Russel “Twistzz” Van Dulken of FaZe Clan also became the first player ever to complete an Intel® Grand Slam twice, solidifying his place as one of the most talented players in the world of esports.

The ESL Pro League Season 17 featured a new format with more teams competing and an exciting broadcast vision. In the Grand Final, FaZe Clan took out Cloud9 3-1, winning $200,000 of the $850,000 total prize pool.

With this victory, FaZe Clan has also qualified for the next ESL Pro Tour Championship: Intel® Extreme Masters Cologne 2023, where they will have the chance to compete against the best teams in the world.

The ESL FACEIT Group’s announcement of non-exclusivity for broadcast rights earlier this year gave fans from around the world more opportunities to tune in during live broadcasts. This led to more than 517,000 people tuning in to watch the Grand Final of the ESL Pro League Season 17, showcasing the growing popularity of esports.

In addition to the exciting competition, ESL Pro League Season 17 also featured the world’s first Counter-Strike 2 showmatch on LAN, adding to the excitement and innovation of the event.

FaZe Clan’s achievement in winning the Intel® Grand Slam and the ESL Pro League Season 17 will go down in the history books of esports. Their consistent performance, skill, and teamwork have made them one of the best teams in the world, and their victory is a testament to their hard work and dedication. Congratulations to FaZe Clan on their impressive achievement.

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Nadur Youngsters mathematically declared Champions of the GFA League

Mar 27 2023

Nadur Youngsters have been declared champions of the Gozo Football League’s first division for the 2022/23 season.

Nadur clinched the title after Xewkija drew with Qala Saints and Oratory Youths beat Sannat Lions 2-1.

Nadur played against Kercem Ajax at, where they officially began the celebrations for their latest championship win.

This marks Nadur’s fourteenth championship win in their history, solidifying their place as one of the most successful teams in Gozo’s football league.

The club’s history is rich with achievements, and their consistent performances over the years have made them a force to be reckoned with in the league.

Nadur Youngsters’ performance this season has been remarkable, winning 16 of their 18 games, and drawing the remaining two, accumulating a total of 50 points.

They’ve scored 56 goals and only conceded 11, demonstrating their dominance on the field.

The team’s success this season can be attributed to their skill, determination, and teamwork.

The players have worked tirelessly under the guidance of their coach to maintain a high level of consistency and discipline throughout the season.

Nadur’s achievement in winning the Gozo Football League title will undoubtedly be celebrated by the team and their loyal supporters.

Winning a championship is always a significant accomplishment, and Nadur’s players, staff, and supporters will be proud of their efforts.

Congratulations to the Nadur Youngsters on their impressive achievement.

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Jean Paul Sofia’s mother nominated for European Citizen’s Prize

Mar 27 2023

MEP candidate Peter Agius has nominated Jean Paul Sofia’s mother, Isabelle Bonniċi, for European Citizen Prize.

‘This is in support for more construction site security and towards a public inquiry into the incident that took the life of Jean Paul’ wrote Agius. ‘I call on you all to support this nomination.’

The European Citizen’s Prize was launched by the European Parliament in 2008 to recognise exceptional achievements by Europeans.

‘The jury will pay special attention to projects showing solidarity amongst citizens in the European Union and beyond.’

Jean Paul Sofia was tragically killed in December of 2022 during the collapse of a three-story building in Kordin. The death sparked not only a controversy into infrastructural issues on the island but also protests calling for transparency due to the inquiry into his death not being made public.

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Italian football fan escorted out of stadium after brief ruckus

Mar 27 2023

A video making rounds from yesterday’s EURO 24 match between Malta and Italy shows an Italian football supporter being escorted out of the stadium by local police.

As the fan is being escorted, the Maltese fans hurl insults at him for causing a ruckus as some even toss some drinks at the man.

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The fan seemingly caused some problems during the match, leading to the police having to intervene and show the man the way out of the premises.

At a point, the Maltese football supporters could be heard chanting in favour of Malta to taunt the man. It is unclear what exactly led to the man having to be escorted out.

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