HARARE – In a significant boost for the nation’s international football standing, the Zimbabwe National Football Team (The Warriors) has confirmed its participation in the Unity Cup, scheduled to take place in London from May 26 to 30, 2026. This high-profile four-nation tournament marks a pivotal step in the country's re-entry into the global footballing elite following the lifting of the FIFA suspension.

HARARE – This year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup is being promoted as a landmark celebration of global football, but a new report by Amnesty International has raised concerns over potential human rights risks facing fans. The tournament, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is expected to attract millions of supporters from around the world. However, Amnesty says the experience on the ground may fall short of the inclusive and welcoming environment promised by org

FRANCISTOWN – Following a clinical 3-0 demolition of hosts Botswana on Saturday evening, Warriors head coach Marian Marinica has lauded his squad’s professionalism and the "seamless integration" of fresh talent into the national system. The victory at Obed Itani Chilume Stadium sets the stage for a high-stakes final against the Zambia national football team this Tuesday at 6 PM CAT.

FRANCISTOWN – In a performance that combined clinical efficiency with a glimpse into the future of Zimbabwean football, the Warriors dismantled hosts Botswana at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium on Saturday. The victory secures Zimbabwe a spot in the Mukuru Four Nations final this Tuesday, where they will face perennial rivals Zambia in a highly anticipated “Battle of the Zambezi.”

FRANCISTOWN – In a significant move to professionalize the national team’s technical setup, former Warriors legend Esrom Nyandoro has reportedly been appointed Team Manager. While the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has yet to issue a formal press release, sources close to the normalization committee and reports from Soccer24 confirm that the "Yellow Man" has already begun his duties.

HARARE – Warriors head coach Marian Marinica has officially moved to de-escalate a growing rift between the national team technical department and star midfielder Marshall Munetsi. On Thursday, 26 March 2026, Marinica confirmed he has requested a formal "sit-down" with the player to resolve the misunderstandings that led to his high-profile exclusion from recent international fixtures.

The Egyptian forward has reached an agreement with the club to depart after nine years at Anfield, opting to announce his decision early out of respect for supporters. Salah said he wanted fans to have clarity about his future as the season progresses, allowing them to fully appreciate what will be his final months in a Liverpool shirt.

HARARE – Zimbabwe international forward Tawanda Maswanhise has been ruled out of the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Botswana, after his Scottish club Motherwell FC confirmed he picked up a minor injury over the weekend. The in-form striker sustained the knock during a goalless draw against Hibernian FC, forcing him to withdraw from national team duty. The decision means Maswanhise will miss the regional tournament scheduled for March 23–31, featuring Zimbabwe, Botswana,

BULAWAYO — The Zimbabwe national football team will play an exhibition match against Highlanders FC at Barbourfields Stadium on Wednesday as part of final preparations for the Four Nations Tournament in Botswana. The friendly is intended as both a warm‑up for the Warriors and a celebration of local football, organisers said, with affordable ticketing aimed at encouraging strong fan turnout.

Southern African football fans are set for a thrilling regional showcase later this month, after Mukuru was confirmed as the title sponsor of the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Francistown, Botswana.

Morocco has been awarded the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title following a dramatic ruling by the Confederation of African Football appeals board, which overturned Senegal’s victory in a controversial January final. In a statement released Tuesday, CAF confirmed that Senegal had been “declared to have forfeited the final,” converting their 1-0 extra-time win into a 3-0 result in favour of host nation Morocco.

Marshall Munetsi Harare, Zimbabwe- The release of the Zimbabwe national team squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Botswana has reignited a fierce debate over the selection criteria used by head coach Mario Marinica. At the heart of the storm is the continued exclusion of vice-captain Marshall Munetsi , whose absence is being viewed by many as a snub of the country's most in-form overseas talent. Marshall Munetsi’s exclusion is particularly jarring given his re

The opening weekend of the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League produced results that may not accurately reflect the strengths of competing teams after several matches were played on waterlogged pitches. Heavy rains left some stadiums flooded, forcing players to adapt to difficult conditions that resembled “water polo tactics” rather than conventional football.

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is reportedly exploring plans to build a new state-of-the-art stadium in Victoria Falls as part of preparations for a regional bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations. Zimbabwe is expected to jointly bid for the tournament with South Africa and Botswana.

FIFA and the International Football Association Board (IFAB) have approved several changes to the Laws of the Game that will take effect before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The decisions were adopted during IFAB’s annual meeting held in Hensol, Wales. The tournament will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

Money is returning to Zimbabwean football. Clubs are signing players again. Wealthy patrons are backing new teams. Conversations around stadium renovations are resurfacing. After years of financial struggle, the domestic game suddenly appears attractive to investors. On the surface, it looks like football is simply recovering.

Melie Kerr delivered an outstanding all-round performance as the New Zealand women's national cricket team secured a comfortable victory over the Zimbabwe women's national cricket team in the second One-Day International (ODI) at University of Otago Oval. The win ensured the White Ferns clinched the series after previously defeating Zimbabwe by 180 runs in the opening match, also played in Dunedin. The third and final ODI will take place at the same venue on Wednesday.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) President Nqobile Magwizi following the official launch of the ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup, Zimbabwe’s premier national knockout competition. In a message marking the occasion, Infantino described the new tournament as a significant step for the development of football in Zimbabwe, highlighting its potential to strengthen the game at all levels

JOHANNESBURG — A new online campaign is promoting South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe as a prospective leader of the ruling African National Congress (ANC), injecting early speculation into the party’s succession contest ahead of its national conference next year.

HARARE — Reigning Premier Soccer League champions Scottland FC have confirmed a US$10 million sponsorship package to back their 2026 title defence and maiden CAF Champions League campaign, the club announced at a high‑profile kit unveiling at Harare Sports Club on Friday.