Posts by Central Region Correspondent
Benjani Mwaruwari: ‘We must feel the pain…..’
Highlanders coach Benjani Mwaruwari is not getting complacent after two wins on the trot, saying his team still has a long way to go and must ‘feel the pain’ until they are firing on all cylinders. On Wednesday, they beat Hardrock FC, sealing their second win in a row – only the first time they…
Read More9 goals in 2 matches: Kelvin Kaindu keeps feet on ground
Hardrock FC has been ruthless. They have scored a combined nine goals in their last two matches against FC Hunters and TelOne FC. But coach, Kelvin Kaindu, has maintained a calm demeanor as they rise in the PSL, urging his squad to embrace the ‘huge privilege’ of being in top contention rather than buckling under…
Read MoreTelOne FC close in on Silas Songani in bid to turn fortunes around
Troubled TelOne FC is set to sign 2013 Soccer Star of the Year runner-up Silas Songani, in hopes that he will help turn the club’s fortunes around. Songani, a tried and tested attacker, has been training with the Gweru-based side for a month and is now a top priority to be registered during the mid-season…
Read MoreNqobile Magwizi: ‘This is a landmark moment for our nation….’
ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi is on cloud nine as The Warriors brace for the Unity Cup to be staged in London this month, saying it is a giant step in elevating the country’s game. The Warriors were confirmed as one of the four nations to compete in the 2026 Unity Cup, a four-nation international tournament…
Read MoreWarriors itching to turn up heat against Nigeria in Unity Cup, says Nakamba
Warriors captain Marvellous Nakamba says they are ready to turn up the heat when they face The Super Eagles of Nigeria in the upcoming Unity Cup to be staged in London this month. The Warriors, one of four nations confirmed for the 2026 Unity Cup in London, will take on Nigeria, Jamaica, and India from…
Read MoreTelOne gambles on Saul Chaminuka, faces skepticism
Following Herbert Maruwa’s sacking, TelOne FC has taken a huge leap of faith, appointing the enigmatic Saul Chaminuka to turn their fortunes around, but the decision has been met with skepticism in Gweru, with many seeing it as a recipe for more disaster. Chaminuka’s last five stints in the PSL – at Black Rhinos, Bikita…
Read MoreKelvin Kaindu heaps praise on the silent Eswatini impact at Hardrock
Kelvin Kaindu has heaped praise on Hardrock’s imports, Sambulo Simelane and Neliswa Dlamini of Eswatini, and Andrew Phiri of Zambia, for their impact, saying they’re making a silent but significant contribution to the Kwekwe-based side. Striker Simelane has been instrumental in Hardrock’s attacks, alongside Zambian import Phiri. The duo compete with Washington Navaya, the 2025…
Read MoreTelOne cut ties with Maruwa but who will replace him?
TelOne FC have cut ties with coach Herbert Maruwa after days of speculation over his future at the struggling Gweru-based side, Fanzone can reveal. Maruwa, who led The Wifi Boys to a historic fifth-place finish last season, struggled to keep the team on track this season. In nine games, they lost six games and drew…
Read MoreKaitano Tembo’s first words as Warriors Head Coach
Interim coach Kaitano Tembo has outlined his vision as he steps into the Warriors’ hot seat following Marian Marinica’s tumultuous exit from the role on Monday – crucially ahead of what will be his first test in the 2026 Unity Cup, to be staged in England. Tembo replaces Marinica, whose sudden resignation was announced on…
Read MoreWillard Katsande reacts to his first win: ‘I’m so happy and relieved….’
Willard Katsande has opened up about his first win at the helm of Rangers FC in the Northern Region Soccer League, his maiden role as a head coach in Zimbabwe. Katsande took over Chinhoyi-based Rangers FC at the start of the current season, having previously been based in South Africa where he had an illustrious…
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