2026 World Cup: 3 African underdogs ready to shock the world

Morocco proved in 2022 that African teams are not competing to simply make up the numbers.
By Newsday 17h ago

FIFA World Cup Fantasy Game Goes Live Ahead of Historic 48-Nation Tournament  

Transfer windows are generous early on with unlimited free transfers pre-tournament and before the Round of 32, before tightening as the competition reaches its business end. 
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa May. 28, 2026

Chevrons turn to 2027 after Super 8 heroics

The longer-term target, he said, is the 2027 World Cup, which Zimbabwe will co-host alongside Namibia and South Africa.
By Austin Karonga May. 28, 2026

Zim rugby basks in Triple ANSA glory

 "Congratulations to Pieter Benade on being awarded Coach of the Year at the ANSA Awards 2025.
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa May. 18, 2026

Zimbabwe fans get affordable World Cup access

The deal means all 104 matches will be broadcast in Zimbabwe, as well as Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, and Rwanda.
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda May. 15, 2026

Zim baseball make historic 31-place leap on World Rankings

Zimbabwe is now closing the gap on regional giants South Africa, Tunisia, and Kenya, all of whom currently feature in the global top ten.
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa May. 14, 2026

Australia to tour Zimbabwe for an ODI series in September for the first time since 2018

The series is limited to three ODIs and will not feature any Test matches or T20s.
By The Zimbabwe Independent May. 14, 2026

Marinica exit leaves more questions than answers

From the outset, Marinica outlined an ambitious roadmap, targeting qualification for the 2030 Fifa World Cup and identifying Afcon 2027 as a key milestone
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda May. 1, 2026

Musonda bows out after trailblazing career

The 34-year-old last represented Zimbabwe during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Abu Dhabi.
By Sports Reporter Apr. 28, 2026