Central Region Soccer League
Shurugwi finds its heartbeat: New team brings football hope ahead of Central Region debut
Exactly eight years after Nichrut FC disbanded, Shurugwi’s football dreams appear to have received a second wind. Nichrut FC, disbanded in November 2018 shortly after being relegated from the Premier Soccer League to the Central Region Soccer League. However, hope is on the horizon for the small mining town of Shurugwi as Shurugwi FC joins…
Read MoreTsiphamba seals Kwekwe United deal, eyes PSL return
Former Manica Diamonds striker Babadi Tsiphamba has joined Kwekwe United on a one-year contract, linking up with his former coach Jairos Tapera, who is now the Technical Director at the Central Region Soccer League side.Tsiphamba, who impressed with 12 goals in 10 appearances for Tongogara United in the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League, had…
Read MoreCentral Region’s stance on CAF B benchmark
Central Region Soccer League clubs have revealed their stance after ZIFA mandated a CAF B license as the minimum coaching qualification for lower division leagues — saying the decision is welcomed, but has come too late as they have already finalized coaching staff contracts for the season. In a circular to men’s and women’s football…
Read MoreEx-Caps speedster Ian Nyoni Joins Jaure at Kwekwe United
Former Caps United winger Ian Nyoni has officially joined Kwekwe United, teaming up with veteran defender Partson Jaure, who is expected to lead the team’s charge for a quick return to the Premier Soccer League (PSL). Nyoni, who played for Grain Tigers in the 2025 season, is on a recovery path after a long injury…
Read MoreAll set for crunch Central Region AGM
The ZIFA Central Region Soccer League is gearing up for its Annual General Meeting [AGM] scheduled for Sunday, 15 February, in Zvishavane. A key agenda item is the issue of affiliation fees, as the region has faced significant defaults from several errand clubs in recent times. To address this, the league governors are expected to…
Read MorePartson Jaure spotted at Kwekwe United in career twilight bid
After a failed reunion with Dynamos, veteran defender Partson Jaure is trying his luck at Kwekwe United in the Central Region Soccer League, Fanzone can reveal. Jaure, who spent half of the 2025 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League season without a club, is back on the market in search for a new club. The 35-year-old…
Read MoreClub licensing aims to elevate, not exclude…’: Kenny Ndebele tells Central Region clubs
ZIFA vice-president Kenny Ndebele says enforcing club licensing in the country’s four divisional leagues is one of their priorities this year. The local football motherbody has been making serious efforts to uplift the country’s game. Most recently they has achieved a major coup, partnering with FIFA and the International Centre for Sports Studies to host…
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 MoreVhembe Stars Academy bank on Philemon Mutyakureva’s Dynamos experience
New Central Region Soccer League outfit Vhembe Stars Academy is buzzing following the appointment of former Dynamos assistant coach, Philemon Mutyakureva. The Beitbridge based side is one of the five teams promoted into the first divisional league. The other four are Good Morning FC, Sabi Gold Mine FC, Super Strikers FC and Shurugwi FC. Vhembe…
Read MoreNyathi joins Gwanda Pirates, seeks game time
Highlanders midfielder Gillian Nyathi has joined Central Region Division One side Gwanda Pirates on loan and seeking for much needed game time. Nyathi, who rose through the junior ranks of Highlanders, has had some challenges commanding a starting place at Bosso. Speaking to Fanzone, Nyathi confirmed his move to Gwanda Pirates. “ I have moved…
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