Bosso strike drags into day three, Dynamos derby in jeopardy
By Naledi Nyoni BULAWAYO — The industrial action by Highlanders FC players has stretched into Thursday, marking a third consecutive day of strike action and further deepening uncertainty over Sunday’s highly anticipated Castle Lager Premier Soccer League showdown against Dynamos FC at Barbourfields Stadium. What began as a training boycott on Tuesday has now escalated […]
Highlanders players boycott training over unpaid salaries ahead of Dynamos clash
By Victor Fanuel BULAWAYO — Highlanders’ preparations for Sunday’s Castle Lager Premier Soccer League showdown against Dynamos have been thrown into disarray after players reportedly boycotted training over unpaid salaries and winning bonuses. According to reports, members of the Bosso squad failed to attend training on Tuesday in protest over outstanding payments, raising fresh concerns ahead […]
10,000 youths brace for mega Africa Day sports gala
By Staff Reporter HARARE — More than 10,000 youths from across Harare are expected to gather in Ushewokunze, Harare South, on May 30 for a belated Africa Day sports gala aimed at promoting grassroots talent development and expanding access to sporting opportunities in underprivileged communities. The event is being organised by ZimSport for Economic Development, […]
NetOne backs President’s Cup 2026 in push for sports driven development
By Staff Reporter HARARE— State-owned telecommunications firm NetOne has reaffirmed its support for the 2026 President’s Cup, positioning the tournament as a strategic platform for advancing national development, unity and youth empowerment. The President’s Cup 2026 is scheduled to bring together professional, amateur and junior players, with the professional tournament set for 14 to 16 April, […]
CAF strips Senegal of AFCON title in unprecedented ruling, Morocco declared African champions
By Staff Reporter HARARE — African football’s governing body, Confederation of African Football (CAF), has taken the extraordinary and unprecedented step of stripping Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title and awarding the championship to Morocco, in a decision that has sent shockwaves across the continent’s football community. The ruling, announced on Tuesday by CAF’s […]
Raza leads Zimbabwe to shock Sri Lanka, seal unbeaten group-stage run
By Victor Fanuel COLOMBO – Zimbabwe stunned hosts Sri Lanka by six wickets in Colombo on Thursday to complete an unbeaten group-stage campaign and surge into the Super Eights with confidence. Chasing 179, Zimbabwe reached 182 for four with three balls to spare at the R. Premadasa Stadium. Ranked 11th in the world, Zimbabwe had already […]
Marvelous Nakamba secures move to
Sheffield Wednesday following Luton departure By Sports Reporter SHEFFIELD, UNITED KINGDOM — Zimbabwe captain Marvelous Nakamba has joined English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday for the remainder of the season after mutually terminating his contract with Luton Town. The 32-year-old midfielder put pen to paper on Monday, the final day of the January transfer window, bringing […]
Chivayo recognizes soccer legend Sunday Chidzambwa with luxury vehicle, cash
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Business mogul Wicknell Chivayo has rewarded and publicly recognised Zimbabwe’s most decorated football coach, Sunday Marimo “Mhofu” Chidzambwa, in a gesture that blends national sporting pride with personal gratitude for a lifetime of service to the game. In a heartfelt social media tribute, Chivayo hailed Chidzambwa as a “football talisman” whose […]
Senegal stun Morocco in chaotic AFCON final after walk-off protest
By Sports Correspondent RABAT, Morocco – Senegal stunned hosts Morocco in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final as Pape Gueye’s extra-time goal secured a 1-0 victory in a match overshadowed by chaos, including the eventual champions walking off the pitch in protest over a late controversial penalty. Morocco’s Brahim Diaz had a chance to snatch the […]
Munetsi, Zemura dropped as Marian Marinaca announces final Warriors squad for AFCON
By Sports Reporter Harare — Marshall Munetsi and Jordan Zemura have been dropped from the final Warriors squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The final selection was confirmed on Thursday afternoon. The duo picked up injuries in the past week, with Munetsi suffering a calf injury during Wolverhampton’s match against Nottingham Forest last […]