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Spain secure automatic qualification after tense draw with Turkey
Spain confirmed their direct passage to the 2026 World Cup following a lively stalemate with Turkey on home soil. Luis de la Fuente’s group concluded the campaign at the summit of Group E, sustaining an impressive record built on five shutout victories from six outings. The hosts seemed on course to maintain their perfect defensive…
Read MoreAustria reach World Cup after dramatic fightback
Ralf Rangnick’s squad earned their first World Cup ticket since the late 1990s after recovering from an early setback against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Vienna. The visiting side struck before the quarter-hour mark, with Haris Tabakovic finishing a quick move to put Bosnia-Herzegovina ahead. Austria continued to push throughout the second half and finally leveled when Michael…
Read MorePSL–ZIFA clash raises questions over motives as relegation row deepens
The tug-of-war between the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) the country’s football authorities has taken another dramatic twist, leaving many observers sceptical about what is truly happening behind the scenes. This week, the PSL announced a major shift in its competition structure, revealing plans to expand the league to 22 teams…
Read MoreChevrons display grit but fall short in Pakistan opener
Zimbabwe’s Chevrons showed marked improvement in their opening match of the T20I tri-series in Pakistan but ultimately came up just short as they fell to a five-wicket defeat against the hosts in Rawalpindi. Batting first, Zimbabwe posted a low 147 for 8 in their 20 overs. The team got off to a promising start with…
Read MoreAfrica Cup of Nations set to disrupt Premier League squads
The Africa Cup of Nations will begin earlier than normal this year, with the competition scheduled from 21 December to 18 January in host nation Morocco. As many as 17 top-flight clubs are expected to lose players during a busy run of fixtures. The exact date that teams must release their internationals has not yet…
Read MoreMbappe pursues major claim against former club
Kylian Mbappe and his former employers have brought their prolonged disagreement to a labor tribunal in the French capital. The France skipper is demanding 263m euros (£231.5m) from Paris St-Germain, arguing that unpaid income and wider harm resulted from the breakdown in their relationship. The Real Madrid attacker, now 26, says his claim includes 55m…
Read MoreTuchel’s challenge: managing Bellingham’s influence
Jude Bellingham’s stature in international football has grown rapidly since his debut as a teenager, with appearances and goals at the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024 underlining his reputation. However, his role for England has become less consistent since Thomas Tuchel took charge, with the midfielder often excluded from squads and line-ups. Tension seemed…
Read MoreGame Time: Week 14
Welcome back to Game Time – Fanzone’s exciting weekly quiz where football knowledge meets social engagement! This week, we’ve turned up the heat with some awesome prizes for the sharpest fans in Zimbabwe. Up for grabs: a MWOS FC replica shirt, a bucket hat, a cap, and even a power bank. Think you know your…
Read MoreLady Cheetahs show spirit and progress in Nairobi World Rugby Sevens Qualifiers
The Lady Cheetahs represented Zimbabwe with determination, passion and clear signs of growth at the World Rugby Sevens Qualifiers held in Nairobi, Kenya, finishing the tournament in 7th place after a competitive and spirited campaign. Despite limited preparation time, the Zimbabwean side demonstrated encouraging potential, teamwork and technical improvement against some of the continent’s strongest…
Read MoreWarriors end winless run with shock win over World-Cup bound Qatar
In a much-needed boost to morale, the Warriors secured a 2–1 victory against Qatar in an international friendly on Monday evening. The win ended a year-long drought without a win across all competitions and offers a timely lift as Zimbabwe rebuilds under new leadership. Qatar — a side already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World…
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