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“We are going for the big one,” declares a not bothered MWOS coach Lloyd Mutasa
MWOS coach Lloyd ‘Samaita’ is not losing sleep over losing three key players ahead of the 2026 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League season and is confident the Punters will mount a serious title challenge regardless. The Norton-based finished second in their debut campaign last season behind eventual champions Scottland. Ahead of the start of the…
Read MoreSancho strikes as Villa book Europa League knockout spot
Aston Villa confirmed a place in the Europa League last 16 with one match still to play after defeating Fenerbahce away from home. The result extended Villa’s strong league-phase run and ensured they cannot slip outside the top eight. The decisive moment arrived midway through the first half. Jadon Sancho reacted quickest to a deflected…
Read MoreForest nightmare in Braga derails European ambitions
Nottingham Forest endured a deeply disappointing Thursday evening in Portugal, where almost everything that could go wrong did. A lifeless loss to Braga was compounded by an own goal, a missed spot-kick, and a late dismissal, leaving little room for optimism. The defeat arrived at a damaging moment. Forest had travelled with realistic expectations of…
Read MoreCeltic cling on for vital draw in Italy despite setback
Celtic’s temporary head coach Martin O’Neill praised the character and toughness shown by his players in Bologna while admitting frustration after surrendering a commanding advantage. A first-half strike from Reo Hatate, followed later by Auston Trusty’s finish, put the Scottish side firmly on track for a victory in Emilia-Romagna. However, the contest shifted dramatically when…
Read MoreNew look for the Bulawayo Hockey Club (BHC) as they head for ACCC tournament
Bulawayo Hockey Club launched the kit they will wear for the upcoming Africa Club Cup Championship (ACCC) slated for tomorrow in Harare. BHC will be representing Zimbabwe together with Hippo Hockey Club at the continental tournament to be held at St John’s College. The kit launch took place in Bulawayo yesterday and it was attended…
Read MoreParis FC move excites Munetsi
Warriors star Marshall Munetsi has expressed delight in his move to Paris FC, saying the environment at the club is conducive for him to excel. The Mabvuku-bred utility player joined Paris on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers until the end of the season. Munetsi is no stranger to the French Ligue 1, having previously turned out…
Read MoreJumbo Giants appoint Justice Mugota Chasura as head coach ahead NRSL debut
Jumbo Giants Football Club have appointed Justice Mugota Chasura as their new head coach, ahead of their debut campaign in the Northern Region Soccer League (NRSL).Chasura, a former assistant coach at Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League sides FC Hunters and St Paul’s Musami, joins Jumbo Giants from Gloy Mine FC, where he led the…
Read MoreOrapa United move excites Honest Mhlanga
Former Highlanders midfielder Honest Mhlanga is relishing the prospect of playing in the Botswana Premier League after sealing a move to Orapa United. “Mhlanga, who signed a one-year deal with the Botswana top-flight side, was unveiled today. Mhlanga told Fanzone after his unveiling that he is looking forward to the challenge and regain full fitness…
Read MoreLiverpool ease past Marseille to strengthen top-eight hopes
Liverpool delivered a composed display in France, emerging with a clear victory that moved them into fourth place in the Champions League table. The outcome placed Arne Slot’s team in a favourable position ahead of their upcoming Anfield meeting with Qarabag, as they aim to stay inside the top eight and bypass the playoff round.…
Read MoreLopez double drives Barca past Slavia in freezing Prague
The contest unfolded in harsh winter conditions, with the thermometer showing minus six degrees as the home side struck first. In ten minutes, a corner was glanced onward by Tomas Holes, allowing Vasil Kusej to force the ball across the line from close range. That opener briefly lifted the hosts, who required victory to keep…
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