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ZIFA Munhumutapa Cup first round: Pacific Storm Eastern Region round-up
The ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup exploded to life over the weekend, with six first-round ties played between Saturday and Sunday across the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League. Goals, drama, heartbreak and two penalty shootouts — the multi-million dollar cup delivered. Renco Mine FC and Yadah FC were locked 0-0 at Maramba Stadium before Yadah…
Read MoreSimba Bhora roar back to life with statement win over Scottland
Simba Bhora continued their resurgence in emphatic fashion on Sunday, defeating Scottland FC 2-1 at Rufaro Stadium in one of the biggest results of the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League season so far. Coming into the fixture on the back of a dominant 3-0 victory over FC Platinum, Simba Bhora showed once again that they…
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 More“Six of the worst.” FC Hunters fans demand apology after Kwekwe humiliation
FC Hunters hit a new low at Chahwanda Stadium yesterday. Hardrock FC ran riot, hammering the PSL newboys 6-1 in Kwekwe. It is the biggest winning margin in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League this season, and the first time veteran coach Nesbert “Yabo” Saruchera has shipped half a dozen in a league match. Six…
Read MoreBitter start for “Salt & Vinegar” as Grand Legacy exit Munhumutapa Cup
Willard “Salt & Vinegar” Katsande’s reign at Grand Legacy Football Club began in the worst possible way as Grand Legacy Football Club were beaten 2-0 by Bikita Minerals Football Club at the Lithium Stadium to exit the Munhumutapa Challenge Cup. Four late minutes of madness at Lithium Stadium saw Bikita Minerals score two quick goals…
Read MoreMutemera warry of GZU trap ahead of Munhumutapa clash
Tenax CS FC head coach Gibson Mutemera is refusing to get carried away. Despite his Prison Officers riding a six-match unbeaten run, Mutemera says Tenax will take a cautious approach when they host Great Zimbabwe University Football Club this Sunday in the first round of the Munhumutapa Challenge Cup. The clash is set for Mutare…
Read MoreKatsande set for Grand Legacy switch after Rangers exit
Willard “Salt & Vinegar” Katsande is not staying on the sidelines for long. Just days after resigning as Head Coach of Northern Region Soccer League side Rangers FC, the former Kaizer Chiefs hardman is on the brink of a dramatic return to the dugout — this time in the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League.…
Read MoreThe making of Dylan Nyakadzumbu: From Railton to the big dream
The first thing you notice about Dylan Nyakadzumbu is the calm. For a 20-year-old centre back who has started every minute of Africa Mineral Ventures FC’s first seven games in the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League, there’s no panic in his play. No wild lunges. Just quiet authority, clean tackles, and a voice that…
Read MoreMunhumutapa Challenge Cup roars into life
All is set for the first round of the ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup in the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League. With US$5 million on the table this year, the Eastern Region begins its first round this weekend with four last-32 slots up for grabs from this side. Launched last month by His Excellency President…
Read MoreGame Time: Week 7
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. How Game Time Works Game Time is simple but clever – a quiz that brings Zimbabwe’s football community together across every platform.…
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