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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 Mozambique in front of a sizeable home crowd at Ngoni Stadium.The Young Warriors…

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 | 1 | 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 | 304 | 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 | 330 | by Staff reporter

'US probably not the right place to host the World Cup'

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says the decision to suspend the Club World Cup last-16 tie with Benfica for two hours because of extreme weather was "a joke" and said the US is "probably not the right place to do the competition"."This is no…

Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 13:05hrs | 525 | by Staff reporter

TelOne humbles struggling Scottland at Rufaro

Scottland 0 - 1 TelOne FCA moment of brilliance from Panashe Mutasa was all TelOne needed to edge past Scottland 1-0 in a tightly contested Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash at Rufaro Stadium yesterday.Mutasa, picking up a loose bal…

Published: 22 Jun 2025 at 09:02hrs | 219 | by Staff reporter

ZIDA launches grievance response mechanism

In a landmark move aimed at enhancing Zimbabwe's investment climate, the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) has launched the Investor Grievance Response Mechanism (IGRM) - a formal system designed to swiftly address complain…

Published: 17 Jun 2025 at 07:24hrs | 53 | 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

Zimbabwe women's football impresses with talent and high-scoring matches

Women's football in the Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League (ZWPSL) is proving to be not only competitive but also more entertaining than the men's game, showcasing remarkable talent and exciting matches.This is evident in the high number…

Published: 08 May 2025 at 11:17hrs | 264 | by Staff reporter

Elite clique in Zimbabwe wants on capture football

Outspoken former Norton Member of Parliament Temba Mliswa has stirred controversy after being disqualified from contesting in the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) presidential elections. Mliswa took to X (formerly Twitter) to air his g…

Published: 26 Dec 2024 at 17:04hrs | 1655 | 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 | 1039 | 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 | 388 | 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 | 883 | 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

8 file papers for Zifa presidency, Prophet Magaya missing

At least eight candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) presidency, with nominations set to close this Wednesday. The much-anticipated elections will take place on January 25, marking a s…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:28hrs | 2971 | 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 | 452 | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabwe linked teen signs for Norwich City

Norwich City have completed the signing of Zimbabwean defender Lucien Mahovo on a two-year-contract.Mahovo moved to the English Championship club from League Two side Notts County for an undisclosed fee.A statement by Norwich said: "Norwic…

Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 09:00hrs | 42 | 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 | 486 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Pitso Mosimane hypes Zimbabwean football players

Pitso Mosimane, renowned South African football coach, credited Zimbabwean players for contributing significantly to his coaching success in the Premier Soccer League. During an interview on the Marawa Sports Worldwide show with Robert Mar…

Published: 03 Jul 2024 at 10:30hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

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 | 57 | by Staff Reporter

ZBCtv Secures Full Broadcast Rights For 2023 AFCON

The broadcasting rights for all fifty-two games of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in the Ivory Coast have been secured by the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation Television (ZBCtv).Commencing on Saturday, 13 Januar…

Published: 14 Jan 2024 at 20:29hrs | 3 | 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

Bulawayo man arrested for fatal assault of soccer fan

A BULAWAYO man has been nabbed in connection with the fatal assault of a soccer fan outside Babourfields Stadium on September 3.Police provincial spokesperson Inspector Abdenico Ncube said Bongani Sibanda (31) of New Magwegwe was in detent…

Published: 15 Nov 2023 at 05:12hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe inked Trey Nyoni named in the England's Under-17 squad

ENGLAND-born teenage sensation Trey Nyoni has been named in the England men's Under-17 squad for next week's doubleheader with Norway at  St. Georges Park.Born to Zimbabwean parents, Nyoni who plays football at Liverpool FC appears un…

Published: 10 Oct 2023 at 20:56hrs | 46 | 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

English Premier League 23/24 fixtures out

Manchester City will begin their push for a record fourth consecutive Premier League title away to Vincent Kompany's Burnley. The Treble winners will visit Turf Moor to face their former captain's promoted side on the evening of Friday 11 …

Published: 15 Jun 2023 at 11:33hrs | 3 | 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 | 55 | by Staff Reporter

Dodo pleased

ZPC Kariba 1 - 0 TriangleZPC Kariba coach Darlington Dodo is excited about the direction his team is taking after beating Triangle at the National Sports Stadium yesterday to record their second victory of the season.Tino Chiunye's first h…

Published: 10 Apr 2023 at 07:28hrs | | 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

Dembare in town

HARARE soccer giants Dynamos lived true to their moniker "Glamour Boys" as they showed off a fine sense of fashion with a trendy photoshoot in the build-up to the start of the 2023 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League season.If their stylish…

Published: 18 Mar 2023 at 06:34hrs | 1 | 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

Former Highlanders rising star turns down Major League for art

IN 2010, Ackim Mpofu was touted as a future star for Highlanders FC and the national team, two years later he was promoted into Bosso's first team.Mpofu captained the national Under-15 boys' team that participated in the Singapore Youth Ol…

Published: 04 Mar 2023 at 08:01hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

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

Munetsi vows to take Zim crisis to global stage

WARRIORS midfielder Marshal Munetsi has vowed to take the country's current football crisis, caused by government interference, to the world stage following his appointment into the FIFPRO's Global Player Council (GPC) earlier this week.Th…

Published: 14 Jan 2023 at 16:32hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe, South Africa soccer legends clash set for next year

PREPARATIONS for a clash pitting Warriors legends and Bafana Bafana legends have gathered momentum with Jonathan Mashingaidze who is part of the organising committee revealing the encounter is scheduled for February next year. Mashingaidze…

Published: 08 Dec 2022 at 05:06hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

It never rains for Zimbabwe Saints

IT never rains but pours for Zimbabwe Saints.The club has been relegated from the Zifa Southern Region league to Division Two.Plans to fight for a quick return to Premier Soccer League have effectively been derailed for another few years.N…

Published: 07 Oct 2022 at 05:54hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Nakamba deserves another chance

Marvelous Nakamba has quickly become the forgotten man in Aston Villa's squad, just nine months after being focal to Steven Gerrard's bright start in English Premier League football management.The Zimbabwean played back-to-back 90 minutes …

Published: 26 Sep 2022 at 05:53hrs | | 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

Grassroots Soccer closes shop in Zimbabwe

GRASSROOTS Soccer Incorporation (GRS) will wind up its operations in Zimbabwe on Thursday this week, after 20 years in the country, rendering over 200 people jobless.Grassroots Soccer, headquartered in the United States, was co-founded by …

Published: 28 Jun 2022 at 07:21hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

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

Bosso, Dynamos battle abandoned after Dembare fans uprooted the goalposts

The game between Highlanders and Dynamos was abandoned before the fulltime whistle after chaotic scenes forced two lengthy stoppages.The first interruption happened at the hour mark and lasted for fifteen minutes after the home team threat…

Published: 15 May 2022 at 17:46hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Highlanders declare war on Herentals

A STILL confident but underfire Highlanders coach Mandla "Lulu" Mpofu has  declared war on Herentals ahead of their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match at Barbourfields Stadium tomorrow on a weekend which has been shrouded by stu…

Published: 12 Mar 2022 at 07:35hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

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