If you want to stay in the loop with top stories from last month, you’re in the right place. April 2025 brought gripping political moments and exciting football action that kept fans and voters on edge.
Mark Carney’s Liberal Party led the pack in Canada’s 2025 election but barely missed a clear majority. The race tightened with special ballots potentially deciding the government’s fate. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre admitted defeat and might have even lost his seat. The new government steps into tricky times ahead, especially with U.S. relations under Trump’s administration shaping foreign policy challenges.
Paris Saint-Germain, already wrapped up as Ligue 1 champions, used the April games to shuffle the squad and prepare for tougher clashes. Their match against Nantes saw key players rested, showing confidence in their team depth after securing the title. But the Champions League wasn’t any easier. PSG’s duel with Aston Villa was a rollercoaster — Villa fought hard in the second leg, scoring three goals, but PSG’s earlier lead was enough to take them into the semifinals. Both sides missed important players, but the match highlighted PSG’s resilience and star power with names like Dembélé driving the attack.
Looking ahead, PSG’s powerful lineup, including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, was ready to take on Aston Villa with betting tips favoring a close win for PSG. This period really showed how tight European football can be and how small moments decide big outcomes.
Meanwhile, over in Spain, Real Madrid and Real Sociedad prepared for a Copa del Rey semifinal that had everyone on edge. With the aggregate score tied, fans expected a thrilling clash featuring exciting forwards like Vinícius Jr. and young talent Endrick. The battle in midfield and defense was set to be intense as both teams aimed to secure a place in the final.
This April’s archive gives us a snapshot of intense political drama and exhilarating football nights. Whether you’re tracking world politics or football’s biggest competitions, these stories capture the excitement of April 2025.
30 Apr
Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is projected to win Canada’s 2025 election but falls just short of an outright majority, with special ballots poised to tip the scales. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre concedes, possibly losing his seat. New leadership faces tough U.S. relations with Trump’s administration.
23 Apr
PSG, with the Ligue 1 title secured, are set to rest regular starters when they face 13th-placed Nantes. Nantes will miss key players Anthony Lopes and Marcus Coco, while PSG's depth gives them the upper hand. The match could see fresh faces as both teams adjust lineups amid tight schedules.
16 Apr
Aston Villa made a valiant attempt to overturn their first-leg deficit against PSG in the Champions League, winning the second leg 3-2. Despite their spirited performance, highlighted by impressive goals and relentless efforts, PSG's earlier advantage ensured their progression to the semifinals, knocking Villa out with a 5-4 win on aggregate.
9 Apr
PSG hosts Aston Villa in a Champions League quarter-final, boasting a strong form with nine wins in their last ten games. Key players like Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will lead PSG's attack, while Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins aims to extend their seven-game win streak. With key absences on both sides, betting tips favor PSG with a -1.5 Asian Handicap and under 3.5 goals, predicting a close 2-1 win for PSG.
2 Apr
As Real Madrid and Real Sociedad gear up for their Copa del Rey semifinal second leg, they're tied at 3-3, sparking a nail-biting showdown. The game will spotlight Vinícius Jr. and Endrick’s attacking flair, Sociedad’s defensive strategy amid injuries, and the midfield contest featuring Bellingham and Zubimendi. Expect a thrilling, goal-packed encounter.