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A night to remember for Lesotho, a legacy to forget for Zimbabwe

The final whistle cut through the thin mountain air like a blade, and with it came an eruption from the modest stands of Peter Mokaba Stadium last night. Lesotho had done it. A 1-0 win over Zimbabwe, their first home victory in this World …

Published: 14 Oct 2025 at 06:26hrs | | by Ezra Tshisa

Zimbabwe's soccer nepotism falls to Mozambique

Nepotically and tribally selected Zimbabwe Under-17 national team endured a disappointing start to their Cosafa Championship campaign yesterday, losing 1-0 to M

Published: 12 Sep 2025 at 09:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Prisons get soccer kits

Guruve prison and Bindura prison soccer teams are in cloud nine after popular traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani donated the kits and balls to them.The donations were done over the weekend, were all. Prisons teams in Mashonaland Centra…

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 07:02hrs | | by Staff Reporter

ZIFA's Amateur Hour: How Magwizi's Leadership is Destroying Zimbabwean Football

The Zimbabwe Football Association's (ZIFA) recent decision to suspend Under-17 selection activities across the country is a stark reminder of the organization's amateurish approach to the sport. This move is not just a minor setback, but a…

Published: 07 Aug 2025 at 13:58hrs | 205 | by Silent Echo

Cry beloved Dembare

The most successful football team in Zimbabwe, Dynamos, is not having a good season. For the club, it is pouring rather than raining. Dynamos FC has a rich history in Zimbabwe's football history. Formed in 1963, it has weathered all t…

Published: 29 Jul 2025 at 20:50hrs | 397 | by Leonard Koni

Knowledge Musona linked with Scotland FC move

In a move that has electrified Zimbabwean football circles, veteran forward and national icon Knowledge Musona is reportedly on the verge of signing with local Premier Soccer League contenders Scotland FC.The news was first broken by sport…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 12:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bosso hopeful over Chihweta

Highlanders attacking midfielder Mafios "Junior" Chihweta faces a late fitness test ahead of their crucial Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash against GreenFuel at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday.The Bosso playmaker resumed full train…

Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 18:08hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

ZIFA suspends ZIFASOL activities

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended all football activities run by the Zimbabwe Football Federation for Amateur and Social Leagues (ZIFASOL) with immediate effect, citing serious violations of its regulatory framework.In…

Published: 17 Jun 2025 at 07:22hrs | 93 | by Staff reporter

Some ailments require traditional methods, others hospital care

There are many illnesses affecting people these days. Some of them can be treated easily with traditional methods, while others require hospital care.Going to the hospital when you're sick doesn't mean you're abandoning your culture or rel…

Published: 08 May 2025 at 11:17hrs | 169 | by Staff reporter

Mliswa claims ZIFA Ethics Committee compromised, to appeal

The Zimbabwe Football Association presidential hopeful, Temba Mliswa, who did not meet the eligibility criteria this Monday alleges that the country's football governing body is compromised and too corrupt, with preparations to legally cha…

Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:58hrs | 26 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Zanu-PF MP steps down from PSL 'good riddance of bad rubbish

The curtain is coming down on Farai Jere's tenure as the Premier Soccer League (PSL) chairman, a role he assumed on September 9, 2018. As he prepares to step down on December 31, Jere spent yesterday reflecting on his six-year journey with…

Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Open Letter: Zimbabwe Football Association (ZiFA)

Zimbabwe Football Association (ZiFA)66 Bishop Gaul AvenueMilton ParkHarare,ZimbabweDear ZiFA selection Committee,I am writing to express my concerns regarding certain individuals contesting for positions on the new ZiFA Executive Committee…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 23:12hrs | | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Gwanda Pirates ready to play with the big boys next year

In just nine months since their formation, Gwanda Pirates are on the brink of a historic achievement. The ZIFA Matabeleland South Division Two team is one victory away from clinching the championship and securing a spot in Division One.The…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:50hrs | 182 | by Staff reporter

Arsenal Steadily Closing the Gap with Manchester City: Reasons for the Gunners' Successful Development

In the world of English football, a captivating story is unfolding. Arsenal, once a great club that endured years of stagnation, is rising again, challenging Manchester City's hegemony. This process, slow but steady, is causing even the mo…

Published: 18 Aug 2024 at 19:05hrs | 10 | by Staff Reporter

Apostolic church women's club wreaks havoc in Mash Central

Jonah queens 6: 0 Shedza 0neMashonaland Central provincial Apostolic church sect chairperson Biggie (Madzibaba Jonah ) Musanzika's women's team is currently leading the provincial ZIFA women's league.The queens humiliated Shamva based Shed…

Published: 07 Jul 2024 at 22:43hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Msendami joins South African side Marumo Gallants

Warriors midfielder Daniel Msendami has completed his transfer to Marumo Gallants in South Africa's DSTV Premiership, leaving Botswana Premier Soccer League champions Jwaneng Galaxy after his contract expired in June. While the specifics o…

Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 11:57hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Teenage Hadebe leaves Turkish side Konyaspor

Warriors defender Teenage Hadebe has confirmed his exit from Tumosan Konyaspor football club in the Turkish Super League.Hadebe, who joined Konyaspor in February on a four-month contract set to expire on May 31, announced his departure via…

Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:55hrs | 118 | by Staff reporter

Popular football matches for all-time

Football, known as soccer in some regions, has a rich history filled with unforgettable matches that have captivated audiences worldwide. These matches have left an indelible mark on the sport and its fans, from intense rivalries to epic s…

Published: 27 Feb 2024 at 15:29hrs | 14 | 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 | 13 | by Staff reporter

Teenage Hadebe to leave US Major League Soccer

ZIMBABWE soccer international Teenage Hadebe has disclosed that he is leaving US Major League Soccer side Houston Dynamo whom he has been with since 2021.The former Bantu Rovers, Chicken Inn, Highlanders and Kaizer Chiefs left footed centr…

Published: 05 Dec 2023 at 05:19hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Ariel in fourth heaven

HIGHLANDERS captain Ariel Sibanda can be rest assured he has contributed all he could and would want to be counted as one of the best goalkeepers the country has ever produced.He caps the season a happy man, having been selected as part of…

Published: 29 Nov 2023 at 05:08hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's 2023 Soccer Stars selected

CASTLE Lager Premier Soccer League champions Ngezi Platinum Stars have underlined their sweet season by providing three players in the 2023 Soccer Stars of the Year calendar. The 11 soccer stars were selected by a panel of journalists, coa…

Published: 29 Nov 2023 at 05:06hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Arubi captured by SuperSport

SOUTH African Premiership side SuperSport United have confirmed the signing of veteran Zimbabwean goalkeeper Washington Arubi.SuperSport, who are set to announce the arrival of another Zimbabwean Terrence Dzvukamanja, ended the speculation…

Published: 20 Jul 2023 at 06:50hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

The new Big Six: Is there a changing of the guard in the Premier League?

For football enthusiasts, the English Premier League is a captivating arena where the best clubs in the country lock horns. Over the past few years, six teams have consistently remained in the spotlight-Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea,…

Published: 26 Apr 2023 at 11:03hrs | 22 | by Staff Reporter

Dembare wary of Dembare lite

DYNAMOS coach Herbert Maruwa is wary of the threat posed by newbies Simba Bhora saying they "have a point to prove", ahead of their Premier Soccer League clash at the National Sports Stadium (NSS) tomorrow.The Shamva-based side, which has …

Published: 31 Mar 2023 at 07:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

What I learnt from Liverpool vs Man U

By public demand, I have decided to write the above article. 1. Ruthlessly grab your opportunities! One of the major keys to Liverpool's ruthless 7 - 0 nil win over Man U was the manner in which their strikers were clinical with their…

Published: 06 Mar 2023 at 07:03hrs | 4 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi

Bogus Zifa leadership to assemble in Harare today

THE football leadership in the country is expected to assemble in Harare today where they are expected to come up with a road map that will guide the association in the implementation of football reforms.ZIFA acting chief executive officer…

Published: 24 Feb 2023 at 07:01hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Mr Mnangagwa, save our football from global isolation

DEAR President Emmerson MnangagwaYour Excellency, I write to you on a matter of grave concern, that of our football.When the Sports and Recreation Commission suspended the Zimbabwe Football Association board led by Felton Kamambo, it claim…

Published: 07 Sep 2022 at 06:45hrs | 10 | by Alfonce Mbizwo

Mahachi left in the cold

SOUTH African Premiership side SuperSport United have indicated they will not renew troubled Zimbabwe international Kuda Mahachi's contract when it expires at the end of this month.Mahachi was suspended by the club last month and has been …

Published: 09 Jun 2022 at 17:45hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Caps misfire, AGAIN!

CAPS United 0-0 Ngezi PlatinumCAPS UNITED coach Lloyd Chitembwe has defended his charges after the Green Machine registered yet another draw in this Castle Lager Premier Soccer league tie at the National Sports Stadium yesterday.The result…

Published: 22 Feb 2022 at 05:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

From Zimbabwean soccer star to taxi driver

THE death of South Africa-based former Zimbabwe national team footballer Charles Yohane has again highlighted the challenges that African players can face at the end of their careers.Yohane died in South Africa on February 12 at the age of…

Published: 22 Feb 2022 at 05:34hrs | 1 | by Steve Vickers

Chapungu losing its feathers under Bambo Chunga

Life is no longer rosy for former premier league side and current Division One Gweru Air force outfit Chapungu FC which seems to be gambling its hustles between a rock and hard place.They say to be the best, work with the best and Chapungu…

Published: 23 Jan 2022 at 07:57hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean youngster makes Liverpool senior team debut

Isaac Mabaya, 17, has made his debut appearance in matchday squad of the Liverpool senior team.Mabaya signed his first professional contract with Liverpool FC in September 2021 and appeared on the bench when the Reds beat Shrewsbury Town 4…

Published: 10 Jan 2022 at 10:23hrs | 13 | by Staff Reporter

Prince Dube set for another operation

ZIMBABWE international forward, Prince Dube, is set to face six more weeks on the sidelines after he was taken to South Africa this week for surgery. The Tanzania-based striker was set to go under the surgeon's knife yesterday at the Vince…

Published: 10 Sep 2021 at 07:18hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

The impact of Covid-19 on grassroots football in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe football as a whole has been in decline since the standard of living became unbearable as early as 2008 during Mugabe's era. The economic situation has also impacted on the key sporting sectors resulting in companies not spon…

Published: 04 Apr 2021 at 19:11hrs | 7 | by Lord Morris Kakunguwo

Warriors midfielder Nakamba earns praise in the fight for his Aston Villa future

27-year-old Zimbabwe international midfielder Marvelous Nakamba has shown a willingness to fight for his future at English Premier League (EPL) side Aston Villa, following a sparkling return to action for the Birmingham club. The defensive…

Published: 16 Feb 2021 at 14:07hrs | 1 | by Staff Writer

How the popularity of soccer has added to sports fashion?

Football or soccer is a popular game not only in the US but across the world. Millions of soccer fans wait for the popular tournaments organized across the country. Watching their favorite player or team playing the match has become their …

Published: 12 Jan 2021 at 14:22hrs | | by Staff writer

World salutes Musona, Mahrez

THE Warriors versus Algeria four-goal thriller at the National Sports Stadium gripped social media following two exquisite goals by captains of the respective sides, Knowledge Musona and Riyad Mahrez.Mahrez struck first after a sumptuous b…

Published: 18 Nov 2020 at 05:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Exclusion of Bulawayo boys in the Under-17 squad 'an insult'

FORMER national team and Highlanders captain Thulani Biya Ncube and Mkhokheli Dube have reacted with dismay and anger while questioning the criteria which career Under-17 boys coach Tafadzwa Mashiri used to select the national team for the…

Published: 12 Nov 2020 at 05:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Village soccer can be fun

Soccer extravaganza at Chinehasha Primary School grounds, who said rural soccer is not up to scratch? The boys showed great skills with such dexterity and fancy footwork that would shame a mountain goat. Four teams from villages in the loc…

Published: 11 Oct 2020 at 09:56hrs | 1 | by Thomas Tondo Murisa

Green Machine primed for tough Platinum smelters

Caps United coach Lloyd Chitembwe is expecting a tough, but entertaining match when his side meets with champions FC Platinum in tomorrow's Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match at Mandava Stadium.The Green Machine will be desperate for…

Published: 02 Aug 2019 at 08:00hrs | 435 | by Staff reporter

What I Learnt From Liverpool's Historic Comeback

Beaten by Barcelona 3-0 in their away match, very few people would have thought that Liverpool could turn the tables in their home ground and win 4-0 to progress to the finals. A few points can be taken from all this drama.1. Don't Be Hast…

Published: 08 May 2019 at 19:18hrs | 2782 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi

Unpredictable PSL season beckons

IT'S only a week before the start of the new Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) season and champions FC Platinum will begin their title defence in Harare against Harare City in a mouth-watering week one fixture.In another big match, …

Published: 24 Mar 2019 at 14:04hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Soccer rules must also apply to politics

Dear Zimbabweans, We are a great nation blessed with abundant natural resources and very hard-working people. However as Africans we need to understand our history in order to move forward. I'm not a racist but just being realistic... beli…

Published: 22 Jan 2019 at 12:43hrs | 3 | by Munya Shumba

Which Soccer World Cup will Chamisa bring?

Which world cup will he bring? Shandisai pfungwa vanhu imi musaomberera zvese zvese. World Cup 2022 will be hosted by Qatar, bids for 2026 are already closed and 2030 Chamisa will be out of office having served 2 terms as per constitution …

Published: 06 Jun 2018 at 17:01hrs | 1 | by Cremio Sly WaAfrika Mabauwa

SOCCER- List of Zimbabwe foreign based youngsters

THE English Football Association has reportedly inquired about English-born Zimbabwean footballer, McCauley Bonne, with the view of selecting him for their developmental sides, but the player has committed to playing for Zimbabwe.According…

Published: 19 Sep 2017 at 06:32hrs | 48 | by Staff reporter

Like the mighty Warriors: what's Zimbabwe's game plan?

It is the 117th minute of an African Cup of Nations final at the Stade Ahmadou Ahidjo in YaoundÃ©, Cameroon. The match is tied 3-3. The Warriors are battling hard and creating chance after chance - wave after wave Ã la Barcelona FC - and …

Published: 10 Aug 2017 at 11:32hrs | | by Tafi Mhaka

Gwizi The Left-Footed Player

When I was at primary school i played all the school's competitive matches. I played in all the school's tournaments while other players who were more talented than me watched from the stands. Many people in that community began to complai…

Published: 21 Dec 2016 at 13:59hrs | 1 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi

ZIFA debt worry Chiyangwa, turn guns in previous administration

ZIFA president Philip Chiyangwa has upped his fight as he has turned his guns on the previous administration regarding the debt they left.When campaigning to be president, Chiyangwa promised to clear the debt which is more than $7 million.…

Published: 17 Nov 2016 at 06:38hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou

The Zimbabwe Players living in poverty

In this article I will focus on the players who ply their trade in lower leagues fighting for promotion to the Premier League. They are said to be playing in these leagues because their perfomance and quality is not ready and suitable for …

Published: 15 Mar 2016 at 21:09hrs | 2 | by Lord Morris Kakunguwo

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