April 2025 was a month packed with intense football action and major global economic moves that shook markets worldwide. If you love football or keep an eye on global trade, this recap is for you.
Starting with Premier League excitement, Arsenal and Crystal Palace delivered a rollercoaster 2-2 draw on April 23. Both teams battled hard, thrilling fans with late goals and shifting leads right until the end. Liverpool supporters were glued to screens as the result had big implications for the league table, showing how one match can ripple through the standings.
Over in Italy, Serie A's Torino and Udinese fought fiercely for mid-table respect. Torino entered the game having slipped recently, while Udinese struggled with four consecutive losses. The contest was tight and tactical, reflecting the pressure each club felt to steady their form in a competitive league atmosphere.
European club competition also heated up with Tottenham facing Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League quarter-final. Both teams were missing key players, making the match unpredictable. Spurs were eager to bounce back from a rough patch at home, hoping for a win to revive their season, while Frankfurt pushed hard despite some recent setbacks.
On the economic front, April saw President Trump declare a national emergency to impose a new 10% tariff baseline on imports starting April 5. This move was aimed at addressing ongoing trade imbalances, excluding semiconductors and pharmaceuticals to soften the blow on key industries. However, tariffs on electronics and apparel raised concerns about rising costs and possible inflation.
Market reactions were swift and somewhat volatile as traders tried to anticipate the impacts on global supply chains. Economists warned of a potential trade war escalation, urging caution. This development reminded everyone how policy decisions can quickly affect everyday prices and international relations.
Whether you're following the football leagues or tracking economic policies, April 2025 brought plenty of moments that kept South Africans and the world watching closely.
