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Hughton, Redknapp among 200 applicants for Warriors job

Former Newcastle United and Ghana coach Chris Hughton is among more than 200 applicants vying for the vacant Warriors head coach position, as Zimbabwe's national team post draws strong international interest ahead of the Africa Cup of Nati…

Published: 5 hrs ago | 168 | by Staff reporter

Sam Allardyce; Bruce, and Peter emerge favourites for Warriors job

Veteran former England manager Sam Allardyce is reportedly leading the list of candidates being considered for the vacant Zimbabwe Warriors coaching position following the sacking of Michael Nees on Wednesday.The 71-year-old Bolton Wandere…

Published: 26 Oct 2025 at 08:01hrs | 412 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe set out to scuttle Bafana Bafana's World Cup dream

As the sun dips below the Indian Ocean on Friday evening, Durban's iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium will become the beating heart of African football - the stage for a decisive showdown in the race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals.In a contes…

Published: 10 Oct 2025 at 08:36hrs | 327 | by Staff reporter

Warriors fans call for Nees' dismissal

The National Soccer Supporters Association has called for the immediate dismissal of Warriors coach Michael Nees, accusing the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) of failing the nation by retaining him despite a dismal run of results.The …

Published: 12 Sep 2025 at 09:48hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Warriors fans call for Nees' dismissal

The National Soccer Supporters Association has called for the immediate dismissal of Warriors coach Michael Nees, accusing the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) of failing the nation by retaining him despite a dismal run of results.The …

Published: 12 Sep 2025 at 08:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors' struggles continue

Zimbabwe's Africa 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign suffered another blow as Rwanda's Gilbert Mugisha scored in the 40th minute to hand the visitors a 1-0 victory at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.The Warriors struggled to find thei…

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 08:24hrs | 23 | by Staff reporter

Nees' poor Warriors' record a serious concern

Zimbabwe's 1-0 defeat to Benin has dashed the nation's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and intensified scrutiny on head coach Michael Nees and the Warriors' ongoing struggles. Since taking charge in August last year, Nees' …

Published: 08 Sep 2025 at 12:46hrs | 88 | by Staff reporter

Inmate bites off fellow prisoner's tongue

A 35-year-old inmate at Khami Maximum Prison has been sentenced to six months in jail after biting off a portion of another prisoner's tongue during a violent altercation.Dumisani Sibanda, from Nkulumane suburb, pleaded guilty to assault b…

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 19:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors crash out of World Cup Qualifiers

Zimbabwe's dream of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended on Friday evening after a 1-0 defeat to Benin in a qualifier played in Abidjan, CÃ´te d'Ivoire.From the outset, the task was a difficult one for the Warriors, who were hoping…

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 19:55hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors at full strength

The Zimbabwe senior men's football team, the Warriors, held their first full training session in Abidjan on Wednesday afternoon following the arrival of European-based players ahead of Friday's World Cup Qualifier against Benin.Coach Micha…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 07:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Fusire saga puts ZIFA in the spotlight

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has come under heavy criticism following the withdrawal of England-based midfielder Sean Fusire from the Warriors squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers.Fusire, who plays for Sheffield Wednesday, was i…

Published: 02 Sep 2025 at 06:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Warriors make controversial squad changes

The Warriors technical team has made late adjustments to its squad ahead of Thursday's crucial World Cup qualifier against Benin in Abidjan.Reading midfielder Tivonge Rushesha has replaced Sheffield Wednesday's Sean Fusire, who was withdra…

Published: 02 Sep 2025 at 06:37hrs | | by Staff reporter

Warriors call up Scottland FC striker after Dynamos heroics

In-form striker Tymon Machope has received a late call-up to the Warriors squad ahead of Zimbabwe's crucial World Cup qualifiers, following a match-winning performance against Dynamos.Machope, who plays for newly promoted side Scotland FC,…

Published: 02 Sep 2025 at 06:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

Warriors depart for Abidjan ahead of World Cup Qualifier

Locally based senior national team players have left for Abidjan, CÃ´te d'Ivoire, ahead of Zimbabwe's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin on Friday.The travelling group includes goalkeeper Martin Mapisa, defenders Emmanuel Jalai an…

Published: 01 Sep 2025 at 07:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Nees Names Warriors squad for World Cup qualifiers

Warriors head coach Michael Nees has unveiled his squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda, with a blend of experience and fresh faces set to represent Zimbabwe.The squad sees the return of captain Marvelou…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 22:42hrs | 274 | by Staff reporter

ZIFA unveils new warriors jersey

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has announced the winner of its national design competition for the new Warriors jersey, with local designer Gallant claiming the top prize.The competition, which was launched earlier this year, inv…

Published: 22 Jul 2025 at 10:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Dzvukamanja joins Scottland FC

Zimbabwe international Terrence Dzvukamanja has officially joined Premier Soccer League side Scottland FC as their first signing of the mid-season transfer window, bolstering the club's attacking options ahead of a crucial league phase.The…

Published: 02 Jul 2025 at 18:29hrs | 566 | by Staff reporter

ZIFA launches 'Go Warriors Fans' initiative

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has launched a bold fan mobilisation campaign, "Go Warriors Fans," aimed at rallying nationwide support for the senior men's football team, the Warriors, ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFC…

Published: 11 Jun 2025 at 17:53hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter

Zifa fails to pay Young Mighty Warriors after tournaments

The plight of Zimbabwe's women's footballers continues to mirror a tragic cycle of neglect, broken promises, and unfulfilled dreams. Despite bold pledges of reform and support, the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has once again come u…

Published: 07 Jun 2025 at 10:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Fabisch ready for the Warriors test

As Zimbabwe's Warriors prepare for back-to-back Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Burkina Faso and Niger, one player quietly stands out with a deep sense of legacy, purpose, and readiness - Jonah Fabisch.The Warriors will fa…

Published: 05 Jun 2025 at 09:56hrs | 233 | by Staff reporter

Money talks: Scottland FC winger smuggled Into Warriors COSAFA cup squad

 Nathan Mutasa grabbed headlines on Monday after his unexpected inclusion in Zimbabwe's 2025 Warriors squad for the COSAFA Cup.The Scottland FC winger, who is also known as the son of socialite Pokello Nare, was spotted at Robert Muga…

Published: 03 Jun 2025 at 12:05hrs | 819 | by Staff reporter

Manager up for stealing employer's cash

A 42-year-old manager at Lingwale Enterprises in Plumtree, Sipho Ndlovu, has been arrested and dragged before the courts for allegedly embezzling over R621,000 from his employer in a sophisticated scheme involving manipulation of company r…

Published: 03 Jun 2025 at 10:10hrs | 442 | by Staff reporter

Pokello's son in Warriors squad raises dust

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is facing intense criticism following the last-minute and unexplained inclusion of Scotland-based midfielder Nathan Mutasa in the Warriors squad set to take part in the 2025 Cosafa Cup, which kicks …

Published: 03 Jun 2025 at 10:09hrs | 868 | by Staff reporter

Controversy erupts over Zimbabwe Warriors' squad selections

Zimbabwe's preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025 have come under intense scrutiny following Warriors coach Michael Nees' controversial decision to exclude several key regulars from the national squad for the upcoming inte…

Published: 01 Jun 2025 at 14:21hrs | 223 | by Staff reporter

2024 El NiÃ±o Drought Spurs Malnutrition in Gokwe

The El NiÃ±o-induced drought that gripped Zimbabwe during the 2023/24 rainy season has taken a devastating toll on nutrition, especially among children under five and pregnant women in Gokwe, prompting urgent intervention by humanitarian o…

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:28hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo MPs appeal for social welfare funding

Legislators from Bulawayo have called on the government to urgently release funds allocated to the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, saying continued delays are severely hampering efforts to assist Zimbabwe's most vuln…

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:28hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZIFA to hunt for Warriors COSAFA coach

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is set to appoint a local coach to take charge of the Warriors at the 2025 COSAFA Cup tournament, as current head coach Michael Nees will be unavailable due to international commitments.The regional…

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors to face Burkina Faso and Niger in Morocco friendlies

Zimbabwe's senior men's national football team, the Warriors, will take on Burkina Faso and Niger in international friendly matches scheduled for next month in Morocco, the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has confirmed.The two games f…

Published: 14 May 2025 at 08:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zifa opens UK talent tap

Zimbabwe's football governing body, ZIFA, has launched an ambitious new talent-tracking programme aimed at connecting Zimbabwean diaspora players, with the goal of strengthening the national football team. The initiative, dubbed "Roots &am…

Published: 25 Apr 2025 at 07:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Wolves winger Ethan Sutherland commits to Zimbabwe Warriors

Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Ethan Sutherland has officially pledged his international future to Zimbabwe's national football team, the Warriors, following a successful engagement with ZIFA Global and Diaspora chairperson Marshall Gore.T…

Published: 18 Apr 2025 at 15:21hrs | 1111 | by Staff reporter

Zifa launches competition for new Warriors kit and logo

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has launched a design competition inviting local designers to create the next Warriors kit and logo. The contest, titled "Warrior Pride Brand Design Battle," will run for six weeks, with the submiss…

Published: 03 Apr 2025 at 17:54hrs | | by Staff reporter

'Scottland select' fight back to secure 2-2 draw against Benin

Zimbabwe's Warriors staged a dramatic comeback to salvage a 2-2 draw against Benin in their FIFA World Cup qualifier at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Wednesday night.The Warriors found themselves trailing by two goals after Steve MouniÃ© and Do…

Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 18:30hrs | 1219 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa pledges $150,000 winning bonus for 'Scottland FC select'

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has pledged a US$150,000 bonus for Zimbabwe's national men's football team, the Warriors which was controversially stuffed with Scottland FC players, for each victory in their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers…

Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 14:44hrs | 388 | by Staff reporter

Scottland FC dominates dodgy Warriors squad for World Cup qualifiers

Knowledge Musona's return to the Zimbabwe national football team after a two-year retirement is the standout feature of coach Michael Nees' squad selection for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Nigeria. The 35-year-old fo…

Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 11:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors secure 3-year formal wear sponsorship

The Warriors have received a significant boost ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Nigeria after the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) signed a three-year partnership with leading men's formal clothing brand, 4May…

Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 07:17hrs | 1263 | by Staff reporter

Nees finalising Zimbabwe Warriors Squad for FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Warriors coach Michael Nees is in the final stages of selecting his squad for Zimbabwe's upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Nigeria. The German tactician has been closely monitoring potential national team candidates…

Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 13:12hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe coach targets upset against Nigeria in World Cup qualifier

Zimbabwe's head coach, Michael Nees, is aiming for a historic upset when the Warriors take on the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium …

Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 08:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

SA's Hugo Broos looks beyond Warriors

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has expressed confidence ahead of South Africa's Group B encounter with neighbours Zimbabwe at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The draw, conducted on Monday in Morocco, placed South Africa in the same…

Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 07:03hrs | 323 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors discover opponents at 2025 Afcon

Zimbabwe's Warriors have discovered their opponents for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to take place in Morocco from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.The Warriors, who finished as Group J runners-up behind Cameroon to secur…

Published: 27 Jan 2025 at 21:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Young Warriors storm into Afcon qualifier semis

Zimbabwe's Young Warriors secured a spot in the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations COSAFA qualifiers as the best runner-up following a dramatic 4-4 draw against Namibia in their final Group B match yesterda…

Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 06:40hrs | 306 | by Staff reporter

Msendami continues to raise his profile in South Africa

Warriors striker Daniel Msendami has continued to impress in South Africa, earning his second Man of the Match (MOTM) award of the season after a standout performance in Marumo Gallants' 1-0 victory over SuperSport United on Friday.Msendam…

Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 12:50hrs | 154 | by Staff reporter

Nees proud of Warriors

Zimbabwe's Warriors coach, Michael Nees, expressed pride in his team's performance despite a narrow 2-1 loss to African giants Cameroon in their final Group J match at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers on Tuesday.This defeat mar…

Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

Controversial offside spoils Zimbabwe Warriors fightback

Cameroon 2 - 1 ZimbabweZimbabwe's Warriors suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Cameroon in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group J qualifier at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in YaoundÃ© yesterday, with a controversial refere…

Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:42hrs | 669 | by Staff reporter

Warriors lose last AFCON qualifier to Cameroon

Zimbabwe's hopes of finishing the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers undefeated were dashed yesterday after a 2-1 defeat to Cameroon at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in YaoundÃ©.Both the Warriors and the Indomitable Lions had alrea…

Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:40hrs | 126 | by Staff reporter

Warriors secure 2025 Afcon ticket

Zimbabwe 1 - 1 KenyaZimbabwe's Warriors clinched their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Kenya last night, sealing their qualification with a game to spare in Group J.The result takes…

Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 14:24hrs | 280 | by Staff reporter

Maswanhise available for Warriors' duty

Motherwell has confirmed that Tawanda Maswanhise will be available for selection in the Zimbabwe national team's upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers. The Warriors are set to face Kenya on November 15 at Peter Mokaba Stad…

Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:49hrs | 116 | by Staff reporter

Kadewere returns to the Zimbabwe national football team

Tino Kadewere has made a timely return to the Zimbabwe national football team, as he has been included in the 23-man squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) Group J qualifiers against Kenya and Cameroon later this month.Kadewe…

Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:01hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter

Nakamba fit for Warriors

Zimbabwean captain Marvelous Nakamba has declared himself fit and ready for national duty, despite a brief appearance as a late substitute in Luton Town's 1-0 win over Cardiff City in the English Championship on Wednesday. The 30-year-old …

Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 06:49hrs | 114 | by Staff reporter

Harare select booted out of CHAN qualifiers

Former Warriors' coach Zdravko Logarusic expressed his delight on Saturday evening as his Eswatini side secured a decisive 1-0 victory over Zimbabwe in the second leg of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers. This result …

Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Warriors call ups manipulated to disadvantage some teams

In recent weeks, tensions have flared within Zimbabwe's football circles as several top club coaches voiced frustration over national team call-ups disrupting their squads in key matches. These disputes have highlighted a growing concern o…

Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

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