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Marinica is capable of taking Zimbabwe to the World Cup, says Lazarus Muhoni
Former Warriors midfielder Lazarus ‘Mali’ Muhoni believes current coach Marian Marinica has the potential to take Zimbabwe to the FIFA World Cup is given the time, resources and support. Marinica, who replaced German mentor Michael Nees in the Warriors dugout, took charge of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Morocco, where Zimbabwe…
Read MoreDivision One was a wake up call, says ‘Javas’ as Bulawayo Chiefs prepare for PSL return
Bulawayo Chiefs Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Thulani ‘Javas’ Sibanda believes their participation in Division One last year was a wake up call which gave them plenty of lessons ahead of their return to the PSL. The Bulawayo-based side was relegated at the end of the 2024 season but immediately returned to the country’s top-flight after…
Read MoreFC Hunters’ dream deal turns sour as PSL slams brakes on N’ombeyaora partnership
FC Hunters’ partnership with N’ombeyaora might hit a snag, amid revelations that the Premier Soccer League (PSL) has not approved it because of many inconsistencies in the paperwork. The two clubs entered into a partnership which would see the club taking part in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, using the name FC Hunters with…
Read MoreSunderland dominate Burnley to extend remarkable home streak
Sunderland never looked back after taking the lead inside the opening 10 minutes against a Burnley side stuck deep in trouble. Habib Diarra’s effort took a deflection off Axel Tuanzebe, wrong-footing the visiting defence and giving the hosts an immediate advantage. From that point, the contest felt one-sided. The home side controlled the tempo, pressed…
Read MoreCrystal Palace secure Jorgen Strand Larsen in landmark transfer
Crystal Palace has finalized a major deal to bring centre-forward Jorgen Strand Larsen to Selhurst Park from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The agreement, which could rise to £48 million, represents the biggest outlay in the club’s history. The 25-year-old Norway international has committed to a four-and-a-half-year contract and will take the number 22 shirt with the Eagles.…
Read MoreHowe reassures on Tonali future amid Arsenal links
Eddie Howe has insisted there is no concern surrounding Sandro Tonali’s situation at Newcastle United despite speculation connecting the midfielder with Arsenal late in the transfer window. Reports on deadline day claimed the league leaders were considering a move, but Newcastle maintained the player was unavailable and confirmed no discussions had taken place. Tonali’s representative,…
Read MoreKwekwe United bolster technical team amid rebranding rumours
Kwekwe United has made an exciting addition to their technical team, welcoming Stanley Ncube as Tendai Chikuni’s assistant coach. Ncube, the master tactician who expertly honed the skills of Zimbabwe’s outstanding midfielder Munashe Bamara, brings a wealth of experience to the team. A key architect of Triangle United’s remarkable PSL promotion in 2024, alongside the…
Read MoreHardrock Football Club: A monster in the making
Just six years ago, Hardrock Football was an unknown entity, a name that only evoked images of the Kwekwe landscape. Perhaps, the only known “hard rock” was basalt, a dark, fine-grained igneous rock common in Zimbabwe — only until one man entered the football fray to change the whole narrative. Formed in 2019 by Kwekwe-based…
Read MoreOPINION: Marinica is a risk Zimbabwe cannot afford
Zimbabwe’s dream of reaching the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals in East Africa will crumble if Marian Marinica remains in charge. The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) cannot afford to gamble on the Romanian-born gaffer, whose record across Africa is defined by failure. Instead, the Nqobile Magwizi-led ZIFA administration should look to South Africa’s example…
Read MoreNo Hatter will ever forget Marv’s contribution, say Luton as Nakamba completes deadline day switch to Wednesday
English Championship side Luton Town have heaped praise on Marvelous Nakamba, describing the Warriors captain as a player whose contribution will never be forgotten. The Hwange-bred midfielder completed a deadline day move to Sheffield Wednesday yesterday, after agreeing to terminate his Luton contract by mutual consent. Nakamba, who was a crowd favorite at Luton, joined…
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