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Brito still loves Bosso despite Fifa scandal

Although his marriage with Highlanders FC ended on a sour note, spilling into FIFA corridors over a $26,500 debt, Brazilian coach Baltemar Brito has made it clear that his love for the Bulawayo giants remains strong.Brito parted ways with …

Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 10:28hrs | 269 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors coaching chaos

Disagreements between the ZIFA Normalization Committee and Solomon Mudege, FIFA's head of development programmes for Africa, have caused a delay in appointing the Warriors coach and thwarted Baltemar Brito's return to the helm.Mudege, alon…

Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:42hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

'Iran leader's death blow to Zimbabwe'

President Mnangagwa affirmed Zimbabwe's commitment to collaborating with Iran in advancing mutual socio-economic development goals despite facing sanctions. He conveyed condolences to Iran following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed…

Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:47hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Brito divides Zifa

The ZIFA Normalisation Committee members are currently divided over the selection of the Warriors coach, with reports indicating a push to reinstate Baltermar Brito gaining momentum within one faction of the committee.ZIFA, under Lincoln M…

Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:45hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Brito's dance with Warriors hangs by a thread

WARRIORS interim coach Baltemar Brito's dance with the national team hangs by a thread after his contract expired on Sunday.Brito and the entire Warriors' technical team signed short-term contracts with Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa)…

Published: 03 Jan 2024 at 05:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors risk losing Brito

The Warriors risk losing coach Baltemar Brito as his contract with Zifa lapses at the end of this month.Zifa rode on Brito's contract with Highlanders which also ends on December 31 and now have to reengage the coach for a new contract and…

Published: 06 Dec 2023 at 05:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bosso confirm Brito's departure

GIANTS Highlanders have confirmed the departure of Head coach Baltemar Brito and his assistant Antonio Torres.A statement from the club ended the uncertainty surrounding the fate of the duo following a season of mixed fortunes, which saw B…

Published: 04 Dec 2023 at 14:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito to miss Bosso's last 3 games

HIGHLANDERS coach Baltemar Brito will miss the club's last three games as he embarks on preparations for the Warriors' 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers with the Bulawayo side yet to engage the Portuguese gaffer on a contract extension.Brito'…

Published: 11 Nov 2023 at 15:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito's selection cast doubts on the Warriors ambitions

THE decision by interim coach, Baltemar Brito to include untested and largely inactive foreign-based youngsters for the crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Nigeria in Kigali this month has cast doubts on the Warriors …

Published: 03 Nov 2023 at 05:38hrs | 23 | by Staff reporter

Warriors coach takes huge gamble

Warriors coach Baltimore Brito has taken a significant risk by inviting several foreign-based players for the team's World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Nigeria later this month, some of whom have previously declined the offer to play …

Published: 02 Nov 2023 at 05:50hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter

Brito defends Warriors selection

The announcement of the provisional Warriors squad to commence Zimbabwe's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign has stirred significant discontent within the local football community. However, national coach Baltemar Brito has defended his se…

Published: 02 Nov 2023 at 05:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito's Warriors plan

Baltemar Brito, the 71-year-old coach, is facing doubts about his tactical abilities, particularly considering Highlanders' recent performance. However, he remains resolute in his belief that he can contribute positively to Zimbabwean foot…

Published: 08 Oct 2023 at 07:49hrs | 230 | by Staff reporter

Zifa meet Brito

The newly-appointed interim coach of the Warriors, Baltemar Brito, had not yet met with and signed a contract with the Zifa Normalisation Committee as of late yesterday, despite his appointment to lead the senior men's national team a week…

Published: 27 Sep 2023 at 06:19hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Brito names first Warriors squad ahead of Botswana friendly

Portuguese coach Baltemar Brito has announced his first squad as the head coach of the Warriors, following his recent appointment. Brito, who was confirmed as the new senior national football team head coach on a short-term contract until …

Published: 23 Sep 2023 at 19:52hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Bosso unhappy with Brito over Warriors job

THE relationship between Highlanders and coach  Baltemar Brito is said to have soured following the Portuguese's admission that he was looking for a job, having already applied to be Warriors coach.Bosso are prettily poised to end the…

Published: 19 Aug 2023 at 16:25hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Brito wants Warriors job

HIGHLANDERS gaffer Blatermar Brito has joined the growing band of foreign coaches, who have set their sights on the vacant Warriors job.Despite the Normalisation Committee that is running the affairs of ZIFA still to speak about their on-g…

Published: 18 Aug 2023 at 06:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito for Warriors job?

SUCCESS stories often arise from the innovative minds and masterful strategies of football coaches who possess the ability to transform under-performing teams into formidable contenders.Such is the tale of Baltermar Brito, whose remarkable…

Published: 12 Aug 2023 at 07:50hrs | 26 | by Staff reporter

'Only Bosso can stop Highlanders'

A belief has taken root among football people in Zimbabwe that Highlanders FC, with unwavering determination and a trailblazing record, are poised to emerge as champions in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League. This conviction finds its …

Published: 12 Aug 2023 at 07:50hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter

Brito targets everything on offer

HIGHLANDERS coach Baltemar Brito is targeting winning everything on offer in the local league as the Bulawayo giants start their Chibuku Super campaign with a first-round tie against Bulawayo Chiefs at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday.With …

Published: 11 Aug 2023 at 06:45hrs | 21 | by Staff reporter

'BF should stay our fortress'

HIGHLANDERS FC coach Baltemar Brito says the multitudes of Bosso fans have a key role to play in making sure Barbourfields Stadium remains their fortress despite bitter rivals also using the same venue as their home ground. Bosso face&nbsp…

Published: 07 Jul 2023 at 07:38hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Madinda sacking divides opinion

HIGHLANDERS Football Club coach Baltemar Jose De Oliveira Brito's alleged decision to freeze out assistant coach Madinda Ndlovu on suspicions of sabotage have divided opinion among followers who feel two bulls can't occupy the same kraal.B…

Published: 12 Jun 2023 at 06:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito fires Madinda

HIGHLANDERS FC is reportedly facing internal tensions as the presence of club legend Madinda Ndlovu has unsettled Portuguese coach Baltemar Jose De Oliveira Brito.In the last two games, Brito allegedly barred Ndlovu from the technical benc…

Published: 10 Jun 2023 at 17:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito confident of Dembare victory

HIGHLANDERS Football Club coach Baltemar Brito put up a grin at yesterday's press conference, as he said he hopes to get lucky and guide his team to a victory within 90 minutes of play against Dynamos.Bosso plays host to Dynamos at Barbour…

Published: 24 May 2023 at 05:59hrs | 86 | by Staff reporter

Bosso's Brito apologies to referees

Highlanders coach Jose Baltemar Brito has apologised to referee Allan Bhasvi and his assistant Michael after he accused them of bias against his team in their goalless draw against Simba Bhora at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday.Bosso compl…

Published: 19 May 2023 at 20:44hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Bosso ready for 'any funny tricks'

BARBOURFIELDS Stadium has never been a pleasant venue for visiting teams coming to face Bulawayo soccer giants Highlanders.Bosso's fans always create an intimidating atmosphere which stimulates its players and intimidate the opposition if …

Published: 14 May 2023 at 11:34hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Bosso ready to believe again

RED-HOT Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was only five years old when Highlanders last won the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League title.That was in 2006, when Methembe "Mayor" Ndlovu led Bosso to their sixth PSL championship.Since th…

Published: 30 Apr 2023 at 08:56hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

Brito rallies Bosso fans

HIGHLANDERS' coach Baltemar Brito has rallied the club's fans to come in their numbers as he seeks to guide his side to victory against reigning champions FC Platinum in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League tie that promises fireworks this…

Published: 02 Apr 2023 at 11:03hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Bosso coach takes blame for poor results

DESPITE having reservations about decisions made by referees in the last two Castle Lager Premier Soccer League games, Highlanders coach Baltemar Brito has shouldered the blame for the points dropped by the Bulawayo giants.Highlanders trav…

Published: 07 Oct 2022 at 05:58hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Brito takes Bosso players out for dinner

HIGHLANDERS coach Baltermar Brito rewarded his players with dinner at a plush restaurant in Bulawayo on Sunday night following their 2-0 Premier Soccer League win over Triangle United.A brace by striker Lynoth Chikuhwa powered Highlanders …

Published: 13 Sep 2022 at 05:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brito defends 'weird' tactics

HIGHLANDERS coach Baltermar Brito has defended his decision to deploy some players out of position, arguing that he plays players in positions where they have potential to thrive and make the team better.Since taking over, Brito has made a…

Published: 02 Aug 2022 at 06:45hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo tightens water rationing

BULAWAYO residents will now go for two days a week without water supplies after the local authority from yesterday effected a 48-hour water shedding schedule. The local authority has further put in place relief measures like bowsers to hig…

Published: 31 Jul 2022 at 08:12hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean scientist explains rare discovery

A TINY frog called the cave squeaker had not been seen for more than half a century and it had been placed on the international red list of threatened species.Dr Robert Hopkins (80) of Parklands suburb who is an associate researcher at the…

Published: 30 Jul 2022 at 19:07hrs | 407 | by Staff reporter

Brito is brewing something beautiful at Highlanders

SOMETHING is brewing at Highlanders and the brew master is Portuguese expatriate Baltermar Brito who has so far not only proved to have a good eye for the finest ingredients but a brewmaster of the highest calibre.It might be early days as…

Published: 30 Jul 2022 at 19:07hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF's incapacity suffocating Zimbabwe

THE country's economic health has remained precarious under Zanu-PF's misrule for more than four decades.For years, the situation has been worsened by disputed elections.In 2023, Zimbabwe cannot afford another disputed election.Youths shou…

Published: 29 Jul 2022 at 06:49hrs | | by Mai Ruru

Brito loses first game as Highlander coach

Whawha FC 2 - 1 Highlanders FCHIGHLANDERS coach Baltermar Brito tasted defeat for the first time after his side was edged by a resilient Whawha outfit in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match here yesterday.Veteran striker Albert Mate…

Published: 17 Jul 2022 at 09:07hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Brito wants playing turf fixed

WITH less than two months in Zimbabwean football, Highlanders coach Baltemar Brito has seen the worst of the local game, with the latest being the standard of playing fields.As he heads into his fourth Premiership match against Whawha in G…

Published: 15 Jul 2022 at 09:04hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Bosso fans eager to see changes

HIGHLANDERS fans will be eager to see some of the changes in approach made by new coach Baltemar Brito when their team takes on Black Rhinos in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League at Barbourfields Stadium this afternoon.Brito has spent tw…

Published: 26 Jun 2022 at 08:15hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Bosso coach Brito feels the love

NEW Highlanders' head coach Baltemar Brito's romance with the club is less than a month old, but the Brazilian-born gaffer is already overwhelmed with the love he has received from the club and its supporters.Brito will be in charge of his…

Published: 24 Jun 2022 at 07:33hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

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