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Due to our shared histories, we all, Caribbean nationals, are familiar with Creole languages. Yet due to variances in our respective geographies and colonial histories, each Caribbean community speaks a different Creole language—from Kreyòl in Haiti, to Vincentian Creole in St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Kwéyòl in St Lucia and Dominica to Creolese in Guyana. Creole and European languages are in constant, if uneasy, tandem in the Caribbean. While the “importance” of standardized international languages is accepted, this does not explain why Creole languages have been devalued. Hence, we need to analyze the socio-economic power-play among the languages that co-exist in our communities.

Let’s first consider how we present ourselves to others. As Peter Roberts says in his book From Oral to Literate Culture: Colonial Experience in the English West Indies, “West Indians [in English-speaking countries] tried to modify their speech in the direction of the host country in order to be more easily understood…” hence giving others control of our self-perception. Despite the fact that Creole languages are natively spoken by most in the Caribbean, formal education tests our ability to master European languages. The usefulness of multilingualism in today’s global economies is not lost to Caribbean nationals. However, the pressing question is: How do socio-economic factors affect language use in the Caribbean?

The perception of Creole languages is often related to the socio-economic profile of the speaker. For example, sociolinguistic surveys in Haiti have shown that participants of higher socio-economic status have more positive attitudes towards French (the prestige language) than those of lower socio-economic status. In these surveys, participants with lower literacy levels have more negative attitudes towards French than highly literate individuals. In the “(Post-)Creole continuum” construct by creolists like David De Camp, “acrolect”, “mesolect” and “basilect” are Creole varieties that are relatively close to or remote from the European “superstrate” language. In some countries, people who are viewed or who view themselves as upper-class tend to speak a variety (an “acrolect”) that is closer to that of the colonizing nation, while those of a lower socio-economic status tend to speak a “basilect”. Evidently, the languages that we speak or do not speak have been enlisted as tools for social stratification and political control.

It is one all-encompassing hierarchy of power that continually self-replicates— often through education. In earlier times, exposure to European languages were mostly afforded to descendants of European plantation owners, their indentured servants and others in their social circles. These people would have benefited from higher standards of living and by extension better educational prospects. This reality filtered through future generations, along with a system whereby wealth feeds into the production of knowledge, and knowledge feeds into power and vice-versa. This means that persons with higher socio-economic standing could afford “education” that is perceived to be of higher quality. This would have led to business ownership, capital investments and other advantages that would have deemed them successful, hence, prolonging the fallacy (convenient, for some) that speaking a “prestigious” language is a guarantee of intelligence and success.

Based on these observations, one can say that, socio-economically, the Caribbean tends to mirror the slavery period (1600s-1800s). That is to say, Caribbean societies are still mimicking a somewhat subconscious state of mental slavery. (Although some Caribbean nationals disagree, proclaiming their hard-won freedom to speak the language they are comfortable with, this begs the question what makes them feel comfortable in said language.) With globalization favouring international languages such as English, French, Spanish, Portuguese etc., linguistic bias is not localized to the Caribbean only, but this bias exists throughout the world.

We must, then, ask: Are Creole languages overpowered by European languages because of historical wrongs or present-day prejudices… or both?

There are many motivational quotes like “Your past, no matter how bad it was, does not define your future.” Though endearing, those sayings are usually enlisted for self-deception in order to superimpose, in our minds, kinder and more likeable versions of ourselves— “kinder” and “likeable” by societal standards. Much of the power given to European languages is a result of us, Caribbean nationals accepting what has always been, due to colonial power devaluing our minoritized languages and identities. While we may think that a European language represents the upper end of some hierarchy of prestige, one should realise that the person who accepts Creole and even switches between both languages is the most “successful” person. Not only are they able to view the world from multiple viewpoints but they have accepted who they are and where they are from. They are fighting age-old biases, which is no small task, given the pernicious global standards of “excellence” that favour the interests of the few (the rich and powerful) to the detriment of the majority.

Ianá Ferguson is a rising junior at MIT with an intended major in the physical sciences. This paper is a subset of a project which explored the theme “Creole languages and Caribbean identities” in fulfilment of a Communication course taught by Professor Michel DeGraff of MIT’s Linguistics and Philosophy department and a co-director of the MIT-Haiti Initiative.

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Caribbean preps for monkeypox

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Caribbean preps for monkeypox

Monkeypox hasn’t yet been reported in the Caribbean, but with cases spreading to countries where it is typically not found, including the United States, regional health officials are taking precautions.

Health and Social Development Minister Marlon Penn said last Thursday in the House of Assembly that his ministry has been monitoring the spread of the virus abroad.

“Monkeypox is not a new virus, with the first case having been identified in 1970,” Mr. Penn noted. “It has been found regularly in several central and west African countries. This particular outbreak has gained international attention because cases have been confirmed in several different countries at the same time and in persons with no reported travel history to countries where the virus is usually found.”

The World Health Organization reported 92 confirmed cases and 28 suspected cases in 12 member states where the virus is not endemic as of May 21. The United Kingdom Health Security Agency announced the first case in the outbreak in the UK on May 7, and Mr. Penn said the initial patient is thought to have contracted it during recent travel to Nigeria.

He added that the WHO recognises “that further spread is likely, and countries should take precautions.”

Though no cases have been confirmed in the Caribbean, they have been reported in England, Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the US, Mr. Penn said.

Caribbean response

“There is risk of spread to the Caribbean region due to travel,” he said. “Therefore, awareness is being raised among health care workers and port health authorities across the region to ensure that adequate prevention and control measures are in place.”

Symptoms can last two to four weeks and include exhaustion, fever, headaches, backache, muscle ache, chills and swollen lymph glands. Within the first three days of fever, rashes can develop on the face, hands, feet and other parts of the body.

“Testing for monkeypox is currently not available in the Caribbean, and the Caribbean Public Health Agency is reportedly in discussion with the [Pan American Health Organisation] and the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to assess its capacity to develop this testing capability,” Mr. Penn said.

He added that the Ministry of Health and Social Development will coordinate with health care workers and agencies working on port health and animal quarantine moving forward.

“Many of the specific recommended actions from CARPHA are in place in the BVI, and strengthened in response to Covid-19,” he said. “Although the likelihood of monkeypox spread in our community is currently low, the chief medical officer and other officials will continue to monitor the situation and ensure that the territory is prepared to detect and respond to any cases as needed, and will keep the community informed of any change in the situation.”

How it spreads

Mr. Penn said initial information about the outbreak has identified the virus within sexual networks, but he noted it is not considered to be a sexually transmitted disease.

The WHO says on its website that the virus is transmitted through close contact with an infected person or animal, typically through lesions, body fluids, respiratory droplets and contaminated material such as bedding.

Vaccines against smallpox have provided some protection against monkeypox, and a newer vaccine has been specifically approved for prevention, according to WHO.

Though severe cases can occur, especially among children, WHO stated that the case fatality ratio has been about three to six percent.

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Linguistics and Economics in the Caribbean:

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We must, then, ask: Are Creole languages overpowered by European languages because of historical wrongs or present-day prejudices… or both?

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Dominican Republic in top 10 best places to retire

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Dominican Republic in top 10 best places to retire

According to Travel + Leisure Magazine

The travel magazine Travel + Leisure published a list of the best destinations after retirement, considering factors such as the ease of obtaining residence, the health system, the climate, and the cost of living, among others.

As global travel has increased over the years, many seniors want to continue the adventure of exploring the world by retiring abroad. Others move to new places to stretch their retirement income or enjoy new experiences.

According to recent data from the United States Social Security Administration, more than 700,000 Americans receive their payments abroad.

Medical care, visa requirements, local culture, taxes, and living costs are all part of the decision to retire to another country. With so many considerations, it’s a good idea to get professional advice, and advisers recommend spending at least several months in a potential retirement destination before you make a move,” said the magazine’s travel specialists.

In that sense, 10 of the best places to retire in the world, according to Travel + Leisure, are:

1- Panama

2- Portugal

3- The Dominican Republic because it is considered one of the least expensive Latin American countries for retirees, according to data from the magazine. In Santo Domingo, the capital, the cost of rent is 90% lower than in New York, and the cost of living is 55% lower. Its location is another advantage for some retirees.

Most retirees purchase private health insurance as they are not eligible for government programs, and quality medical care at private hospitals is available at reasonable prices. Retirees can enter the country on a tourist visa and then apply for a retirement visa, which takes several months.

Most ex-pats live in the cities of Santo Domingo and Santiago, and there are beautiful resort towns like Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, and Boca Chica. However, certain areas are not considered safe, so do your research before moving.

The list continues with:

4- Spain

5- Costa Rica

6- Malt

7- Ecuador

8- Mexico

9- Colombia

10- United States

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CLA seeks protection for Jamaican ganja

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CLA seeks protection for Jamaican ganja

IN a move to strengthen the local medical cannabis industry, the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) is now engaged in the process of protecting the "brand equity" of Jamaican ganja through the application of intellectual property (IP) as well as the recommendation of regulations and policies to increase investment.

CLA interim CEO Daenia Ashpole told reporters during a recent Jamaica Observer Business Forum that the Cannabis Industry Task Force, led by minister of state in the Ministry of industry, Investment and Commerce Dr Norman Dunn, is now reviewing the best approach to acquiring IP protection for the locally grown herb.

"Additionally, the CLA has started its own technical consultation internally to see what is the best IP protection," she said, adding that the authority has considered registering the term "Jamaican ganja" as a geographical indicator.

Geographical indication (GI), according to the World Intellectual Property Organization, is a sign or name affixed to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation based on their origin. Examples of GI include Champagne (sparkling wine) from France, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese from Italy, Idaho potatoes in the US, and Jamaican Jerk.

However, Ashpole argued that protecting Jamaican ganja would require a layered approach that would necessitate exploring options other than GI. To this end, she explained that local players in the medical cannabis industry will also need to get involved to protect their own products.

The CEO further pointed out that the CLA has started "discussing a technical assistance programme that would help individual cultivators or individual licensees appreciate the role of intellectual property in protecting their strains, which they would apply for through the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office.

"So that has started and you'll see greater lobbying for protection of IP...But there are other IP protection like trademarks, which include the protection of the names our licensees are using. There is copyright protection and there are other types of IPs, but the conversation has started," she elaborated.

Ashpole said, too, that Jamaica becoming a signatory to the Madrid Protocol in December 2021 also presented an opportunity for strengthening the Jamaica ganja brand.

According to chairman of the CLA LeVaugh Flynn, Jamaica is "known to produce high-quality strains [of cannabis] because of our climate and soil type".

He added: "Persons still recognise the advantages to having a cannabis industry based in Jamaica and the brand equity that we have built up over the years through Rastafarian communities and through reggae music."

He believes that greater protection of the local medical cannabis industry would also require greater collaboration between local stakeholders and indicating the opportunities for investment.

While noting that could not quantify the demand for Jamaican cannabis, he said that the demand for the drug can be ascertained through the number of shipments through retailers over the last year.

Since its establishment in 2021, CLA has issued 113 export authorisations, more than half of which it issued in 2021. So far, the entity has authorised exports to Germany, Australia, the United States, United Kingdom, Cayman Islands, Israel, Portugal, and Switzerland.

Moreover, the CLA has facilitated the trans-shipment of cannabis from St Vincent and the Grenadines via Jamaica to Germany.

"We want to maximise the opportunities that the medical cannabis industry provides," Flynn told the Business Observer.

"We've been engaging the Pharmaceutical Society of Jamaica and the Medical Doctors Association of Jamaica because we believe that's where the biggest opportunity is. Persons need greater access to cannabis by-products," the CLA chairman continued.

The CLA, as a result, has been finalising policies and regulations that will allow more Jamaicans to access medical cannabis products through prescriptions.

This, Flynn said, would translate to "economic returns both for licenses and the country" and contribute to GDP.

He however cautioned that while CLA saw the medical cannabis industry as an economic enabler, contributor to public health and greater social inclusion, the authority was committed to the herb's medical, scientific and therapeutic uses.

When asked if Jamaica was threatened by other Caribbean countries establishing their own medical cannabis industry, he responded: "No. A lot of the Caribbean countries have been using Jamaica as a benchmark or as a reference point to set up their own industries...Jamaica has its own value proposition no matter what another country does or their proximity to us."

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CHTA’s grand in-person conference coming

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CHTA’s grand in-person conference coming

The Caribbean is preparing to stage one of its largest tourism conventions, and it will be an in-person event, the first such regional conference since the COVID-19 pandemic struck in the first quarter of 2020.

Barbados and the Caribbean have lost another stalwart in the hotel and tourism industry with the passing of the former General Manager of the Sandy Lane Hotel and former President of the Barbados Hotel Association (now Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association), Richard Williams.

Williams was highly respected for his work in the luxury hotel industry with a focus on independent properties across the Caribbean region. Among his accomplishments, “He led the team in executing the US$500 million planning and redesign of the Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados.

“In 2004, he successfully led the tourism bid for Barbados to host the finals of the Cricket World Cup in 2007 following which, he was appointed to the Barbados Tourism Authority (BTA) [now Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.] with responsibility for the Americas in New York where he re-positioned the destination and orchestrated an additional 70,000 air seats per year from the US market.”

He received his education at the UWI Cave Hill Campus and Cornell University in New York and had a long affiliation with the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) based in Miami.

He won that organisation’s prestigious Caribbean Hotelier of the Year Award and in recognition of his commitment to tourism, he was awarded the Silver Crown of Merit by the Barbados Government. He was also recognised as “One of the Top 25 Marketing Minds” in the Americas by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI).

The Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association remembered Williams as a “’Tourism practitioner extraordinaire’, whose energetic and high-spirited personality inspired many who met him.
He was truly an international tourism icon whose passion and commitment to the global tourism industry was evidenced by his numerous contributions whether locally, regionally, or internationally.

“While Richard’s affection and love for tourism was evident and undeniable, the warmth, friendliness and hospitable nature of this gentleman conveyed his respect, professionalism, and humanity. He readily offered advice and would also volunteer to assist
with activities.
He was not simply prepared to talk but was willing to actively get involved in the work which needed to be undertaken. We will miss Richard, his effervescent personality, his infectious smile and his wit, which provided laughter on numerous occasions.”

Meanwhile, President of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, Nicola Madden-Greig, lauded his volunteer service to CHTA during which he contributed to the shape and design of Caribbean Marketplace, the Caribbean Gold Book and CHARMS (Caribbean Hotel Association Reservation Management Service).

“Richard had a tremendous influence on many seasoned as well as new players in the industry. He will always be remembered for his ability to seamlessly and selflessly share his insights and knowledge with others,” the Jamaican hotelier remarked.

Vanessa Ledesma, Acting CEO and Director General of CHTA, added that Williams was a distinguished champion of ensuring the region’s major economic driver was also a responsible steward of the Caribbean environment: “He was a devoted proponent of responsible tourism and headed CAST (Caribbean Alliance for Sustainable Tourism), an initiative of CHTA which provides tourism enterprises with sustainability resources, best practices and provides support for the advocacy of sustainable advances within the hotel and tourism sector of the Caribbean.

“Richard was a tireless advocate of the work of CHTA and Caribbean tourism. He always made himself available to support the important mandate of our organisaation. His insight and intelligence will be sorely missed,” Ledesma reflected. (DH/PR)

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) recently announced plans to stage the 40th edition of the Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM) in April-May
next year.

HTA’s chairman for Caribbean Tourism Market, Karen Whitt, said the event features the region’s buyers and sellers of tourism products, goods, and services. A host country is still to be named.

Most Caribbean destinations are still facing another wave of the COVID-19 pandemic infections, with the Delta variant responsible for the upsurge in cases.

Due to COVID-19-related travel and meeting concerns, the CHTA disclosed that more than 6, 000 meetings were held virtually over three days during Marketplace earlier this year, giving buyers from 20 countries the chance to connect with suppliers representing more than 150 Caribbean hotels and tourism-related businesses.

The fully virtual CTM 39 included buyers from Austria, The Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, France, India, Italy, Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

According to a CHTA statement: “In preparation for CTM 40, CHTA is setting up focus groups with CHTA members, the association’s executive committee, and tourism buyers to determine the form and function of the next conference and to ensure the broadest benefits for all attendees.

“Also, under review will be widening the diversity of offerings as well as including the travel agent community and attracting more small properties to join the traditional CTM mix of boutiques and big brands.

“Dealing with the pandemic and its many effects on hospitality and tourism is high on the focus group agenda to ensure CHTA members are equipped with the best guidance going forward.”

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SO2 - November 28

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Next..."Grammy-nominated artiste Spice" sure has a nice ring to it! SO lauds first-time Grammy nominee Grace "Spice" Hamilton, who is among the six nominees for the Best Reggae Album Grammy Award in 2022. She received the nod, for her album 10 which was produced by international dancehall superstar Shaggy. Reggae songstress Etana is also nominated for the prestigious award. "Receiving a Grammy nomination is a great sign of growth and high recognition in music. To me, it simply signifies the seeds that I've planted. Hard work and prayer pay off," Hamilton told SO2. Then...Jamaican-born jewellery designer Matthew "Mateo" Harris is taking his fine jewellery brand Mateo New York back to where it all started, relaunching his men's jewellery collection while keeping his sights set on the evolution of his brand. Harris - who splits his time between Texas and Portugal - began the brand's journey with men's jewellery in 2009, his first offerings based on utilising pieces found in a toolbox. The brand pivoted to women's designs in 2014, and now men's design is back! The relaunch will retail exclusively at www.mrporter.com - the menswear equivalent to online luxury fashion destination www.net-a-porter.com - for six months, and revisits Harris's first collection, bringing back key styles, like his scissor necklace - a nod to his seamstress mother - plus the screw pendant necklace that started it all. The news was highlighted by WWD.Plus...After much 'sole' searching, fashion designer Tamia Carey Francis has added shoes to her eponymous line. The official launch took place last Wednesday, at 11 1/2 Ardenne Road, home of the brand's flagship store. The new line-up is a reset of the brand that was launched some 12 years ago when Francis returned to Jamaica after building her career as a stylist and personal shopper abroad for many years. The new drop features leather sandals - handcrafted by her team of artisans in Jamaica - and are as wearable as they are objets d'art. In the modern world of fashion, Francis believes seasonal drops are passé. She instead intends to give customers something to look forward to all year long, with new styles landing in stores and online every six months. Each style is made in two or three colours and boast padded leather soles. Francis says she's out to debunk the theory that shoes have to be broken in. "Good shoes don't have to be broken in," she told SO. The Tamia Carey Collection 11 1/2 Ardenne RoadTel: (876) 582-1793IG: @thetamiacareyshoesWebsite: https://tamiacarey.com/Etc...So, guess who popped by to say hello? Chef, author and television personality Carla Hall and Hollywood make-up artist Jacque Mgido that's who! More anon! Finally...This holday when you buy one of Jamaican designer Brandon Blackwood's coveted bags from the Saks Fifth Avenue curated holiday collection, 100% of the collection's net proceeds from online sales on saks.com and at participating Saks Fifth Avenue stores will be donated to The Obama Foundation in support of the Girls Opportunity Alliance to empower adolescent girls through education. Former FLOTUS Michelle Obama announced the initiative during a special appearance at the luxury retailer's unveiling of its holiday windows and 10-storey tall theatrical light show at its New York flagship last Monday night.

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Caribbean Travel Marketplace returns to in-person format in 2022

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Caribbean Travel Marketplace returns to in-person format in 2022

In light of gradual reopenings and increased vaccinations, Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is moving to stage the 40th edition of its travel marketplace event in face-to-face format. The event is expected to take place by May of next year.

Dubbed the region's largest tourism marketing event, Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM) aims to bring together buyers and sellers of the region's tourism products, goods and services. The event will also coincide with the CHTA's 60th anniversary.

Speaking at the CHTA's recently held annual general meeting, Karen Whitt, CTM chairman, said that the proposed spring date (late April to early May) is being considered for the event which is to be hosted at a yet to be named Caribbean destination.

"CTM's success in 2021 enabled the CHTA to expand and reach well beyond our traditional North American and Canadian buyers and allowed the association to reach out into Europe and other areas where we haven't really been successful in the past ... so we will be building on that momentum," Whitt stated.

She said that amid novel coronavirus travel concerns, more than 6,000 meetings were held virtually over three days during this year's staging of the event. During these meetings buyers from over 20 countries got the chance to connect with suppliers across more than 150 Caribbean hotels and tourism-related businesses.

The fully virtual 39th staging of the event also brought buyers from across the globe including countries such as the United Arab Emirates, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, India, and Portugal, among several others.

In preparation for next year's staging, the CHTA has already started to strategise in determining the form and function of the conference in hopes of delivering the greatest benefits for all participants. As a result, the entity is also seeking to diversify its offerings and attract more small properties to join the traditional line up of boutiques and big name brands.

"Dealing with the pandemic and its many effects on hospitality and tourism is high on the focus group agenda to ensure CHTA members are equipped with the best guidance going forward," the CHTA noted.

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UCL Round-Up: Ronaldo saves Ole, Juventus unpick Chelsea, Barcelona hammered

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After a surprise 2-1 loss to Young Boys on matchday 1, Solskjaer was under pressure after two consecutive losses and it took a 95th-minute winner from Cristiano Ronaldo to eke out a 2-1 win. The Europa League champions wasted at least three gilt-edged chances in the first half but they finally took the lead through Paco Alcacer early in the second half. However, Alex Telles’ excellent volley hauled United level on the hour. The frustration then turned to joy in the 95th minute as Geronimo Rulli failed to parry Ronaldo’s shot, which ended in the net to give Solskjaer the needed win and three points.

In the other game in the group, Atalanta won 1-0 over Young Boys courtesy of a 68th minute goal from Matteo Pessina. Atalanta lead the group with four points and their next match is an away trip to Old Trafford on October 20.

In Group E, Barcelona have zero points after two matches, which ensures Ronald Koeman’s head will continue on the chopping block. The 3-0 matchday 1 loss to Bayern Munich was not so surprising but their 3-0 capitulation away to Benfica will rankle the rank and file in Catalonia. A brace from Darwin Nunez and one from Rafa Silva condemned Barcelona to their worst start to a Champions League campaign in 16 years. They will seek to get off the mark on matchday 3 when they host Dynamo Kiev.

In Group H, Chelsea lost their first UCL away match in 18 months with a 1-0 loss away at Juventus. The defending champions had more ball possession but were listless all night. Federico Chiesa was Juventus’ bright spot and he got the only goal 11 seconds after the restart of the second half. Chelsea had half chances through Romelu Lukaku and Kai Havertz but Juventus defended stoutly to go top of the group with six points from their first two matches.

Results

Group E

Bayern Munich 5-0 Dynamo Kiev

Benfica 3-0 Barcelona

Group F

Atalanta 1-0 Young Boys

Man. United 2-1 Villarreal

Group G

FC Salzburg 2-1 Lille

Wolfsburg 1-1 Sevilla

Group H

Zenit St. Petersburg 4-0 Malmoe FF

Juventus 1-0 Chelsea

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