MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – A total suspension of 13 matches, 12 for the gesture and one for the expulsion: this is the sanction imposed by the RFEF disciplinary body on Esteban Andrada, goalkeeper of Zaragoza, who last Sunday punched Jorge Pulido of Huesca in a match valid for the Spanish second division . Andrada lost his temper after the second yellow, attacking his opponent and sparking a brawl on the pitch: Huesca goalkeeper Dani Jimenez (4 matches) and Dani Tasende of Zaragoza (2 matches) were also punished. The disciplinary body therefore applied the maximum penalty (12 matches), without considering the aggravating circumstance of the injury, which could have further increased the sanction.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – Morocco could create up to 1.7 million new jobs by 2035 and increase its GDP by nearly 20%, according to two new World Bank reports produced in collaboration with the Moroccan government. As reported by the Yabiladi website, the documents, focusing on growth, employment, and the private sector, outline a series of structural reforms aimed at strengthening competition, attracting private investment, and supporting businesses.

According to the World Bank, despite the progress made, job creation remains insufficient, especially for women and young people. However, if fully implemented, the reforms could generate up to 2.5 million jobs by 2050. According to experts, if Morocco were able to overcome certain administrative and professional challenges, it could unlock $7.4 billion in private investment and create over 166,000 jobs over the next five to ten years. Finally, the most promising sectors are solar energy, low-carbon textiles, argan-based cosmetics and marine aquaculture.

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BUENOS AIRES (ARGENTINA) (ITALPRESS) – Pablo Longoria, president of Marseille until last March, is the new sporting director of River Plate. The Argentine club has made it official. Head of scouting at Juventus from 2015 to 2018, Longoria also worked with Newcastle and Valencia before joining OM, first as sporting director and then as president.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Hansi Flick will remain as coach of Barcelona until 2028. According to “Marca,” the German coach is now close to reaching an agreement to extend his contract with the Blaugrana for another season: all that’s missing is the signature, which could arrive in the next few days or at the latest when the title is mathematically secured. President Joan Laporta, confirmed as the club’s manager on March 15, has never made a secret of his desire to keep Flick until the end of his term. Since the German coach’s arrival in the summer of 2024, Barça has already won one La Liga title, one Copa del Rey title, and two Spanish Super Cups.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta will enter into a short-term gas purchasing agreement once its current hedging system expires in August, Energy Minister Miriam Dalli has announced.

The agreement is expected to secure the country’s gas supply until the end of 2027, a period when global LNG market conditions are projected to improve.

Dalli said the move aims to ensure both stability and competitive pricing. “Enemalta is making sure to have a secure supply of LNG at a good price,” she noted.

The decision comes amid growing global energy concerns linked to geopolitical tensions, particularly fears surrounding Iran’s potential disruption of the Strait of Hormuz—a key route for around 20% of the world’s oil and gas supply.

Compounding the uncertainty, several major energy companies have withdrawn from hedging agreements, invoking force majeure after attacks on critical energy infrastructure.

Malta’s current gas purchasing contract is tied to oil prices, with Enemalta applying hedging strategies periodically based on market conditions. Hedging allows the company to lock in fixed prices over time, shielding consumers from volatility.

When asked whether fixed energy pricing would continue beyond October, Dalli said future terms would depend on supplier offerings, adding that Enemalta is exploring multiple options to secure the most favorable deal.

Enemalta currently has a generation capacity of about 960 megawatts, well above Malta’s typical demand of 400 to 550 megawatts, though usage can spike during peak summer periods.

The country relies primarily on the Delimara LNG power plant and the Malta-Sicily interconnector, supplemented by solar energy, diesel-powered turbines, and backup generators for emergencies.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – Canada has recognized Morocco’s autonomy plan as a basis for a mutually acceptable solution to the regional dispute over the Sahara.

This position was made clear in a statement released by the Canadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, following a telephone conversation between Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita.

In the statement, relaunched by the Moroccan news agency MAP, Ottawa also emphasized the importance of the Sahara issue for Morocco, noting United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797 of October 31, 2025. Canada characterized the Moroccan plan as a serious and credible initiative to achieve a just and lasting solution to the conflict.

According to the Ottawa statement, the minister reiterated the need for a lasting, just, and mutually acceptable political solution, in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions.

Finally, Minister Anand expressed interest in making an official visit to Morocco in the coming weeks, an opportunity to deepen bilateral dialogue and intensify consultations on the Sahara issue.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Having arrived last summer from Bologna, Sam Beukema could leave Napoli after just one season. According to “TEAMTalk,” Liverpool have set their sights on the 25-year-old Dutch center-back: Arne Slot has long admired him, so much so that he attempted to sign him from Go Ahead Eagles when he was manager of Feyenoord.

The presence of other compatriots in the squad would facilitate Beukema’s inclusion, but he is under contract with Napoli until 2030 and is valued at around €35 ​​million. Slot’s plans for the former Bologna player would be an important addition to the defense, which should still include Ibrahima Konaté (close to a renewal) and Jeremy Jacquet, who has been booked by Rennes.

Van Dijk is leaving for 35, and Giovanni Leoni will need time to return to full fitness after a long layoff due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Alessandro Bastoni remains the main target, but Barcelona are also considering a plan B. According to “Sport,” sporting director Deco is reportedly working on several fronts. While there’s a basic agreement with the Nerazzurri center-back, who’s ready to join the Blaugrana, there’s also the matter of Inter’s value at €70 million.

This is far from what Barça can afford, which is why they’re considering Cristian Romero, a 28-year-old Argentine defender formerly of Genoa and Atalanta, now at Tottenham. Romero is right-footed, unlike Bastoni, but possesses the qualities Flick and Deco are looking for to bolster their defense: experience, leadership, pace, a strong one-on-one player and aggressive marking.

The Blaugrana have reportedly already begun exploring the deal, which would be more affordable, especially if Spurs fail to save the club. Other alternatives on the table include Nico Schlotterbeck, who has just renewed his contract with Borussia Dortmund, and Jon Martin, a 20-year-old Real Sociedad centre-back valued at around €20 million, who, however, would not guarantee the same impact as Bastoni or Romero in the short term.

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VANCOUVER (CANADA) (ITALPRESS) – The next World Cup will be the richest ever. The FIFA Council meeting in Vancouver approved a further increase in prize money to be distributed to the 48 national teams competing in the World Cup, scheduled for June and July in Canada, Mexico, and the United States: $871 million, over €743 million, 15% more than announced last December.

Specifically, the amount allocated to cover preparation costs (from $1.5 million to $2.5 million) and the qualification prize (from $9 million to $10 million) will increase. More than $16 million will also be allocated in the form of subsidies for delegation costs and increased ticket quotas allocated to teams.

The remaining revenue will continue to be redistributed to benefit all 211 member associations.

“FIFA is proud to be in its strongest financial position ever, enabling us to support all our associations in an unprecedented way. This is a further example of how FIFA’s resources are reinvested in football,” said President Gianni Infantino.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – The Tunisia–Italy Days on the conservation and enhancement of archaeological heritage have concluded in Tunis. The initiative was organised by the Italian Embassy in Tunis in collaboration with the National Heritage Institute (INP), the Italian Trade Agency, the Italian Cultural Institute, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Assorestauro, OICE, and Conect – the Confederation of Tunisian Citizen Enterprises.

The event was inaugurated by INP Director General Tarek Baccouche and Italian Ambassador Alessandro Prunas, and closed with remarks by Alfonsina Russo, Head of the Department for the Enhancement of Cultural Heritage at Italy’s Ministry of Culture.

For the first time, the event combined its academic and cultural dimension with a strong economic component. Numerous joint archaeological projects and missions were presented, confirming Italy as Tunisia’s leading partner in the sector. These were accompanied by a business forum and B2B meetings between Italian and Tunisian companies specialising in restoration.

“An integrated approach that brings together culture, research and the economy,” reads the Embassy’s closing statement, “in the spirit of the Mattei Plan, to further promote Tunisia’s extraordinary archaeological heritage on an international scale.”

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