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The dream was over long back

Although losses to Lesotho and South Africa had made the situation worse, it is the latest result against the underated West Africans, which has made the situation unbearable.

By Michael Kariati Mar. 23, 2025

Knowledge Musona in Warriors return

Musona is one of 23 players called up by coach Michael Nees.

By Sports Reporter Mar. 12, 2025

Choosing Durban was an insult to fans

While promises to the Mighty Warriors remain unfulfilled, the Warriors - on the other hand - have had theirs honoured and already have funds set aside

By Michael Kariati Feb. 16, 2025

A Warriors team we can trust

We hope that the Zifa normalisation committee will not destroy the mood in the camp by not providing the players' allowances and bonuses as happened in the past.

By Michael Kariati Jun. 2, 2024

Inside sport: Racing against time

Word was that the NC wanted Mapeza to continue as the Zimbabwe coach, but the developments over the past week could have sent those plans to the canvas.

By Michael Kariati Apr. 21, 2024

Inside Sport: Waiting for the Warriors coach

All that Zimbabweans want is a coach who is technically sound, has a proven track record and above all, is respected by the players most of whom play for recognisable teams abroad.

By Michael Kariati Apr. 7, 2024

Inside Sport: Waiting for the Warriors coach

InsideSport: We can do better than Bafana Bafana

What is even heartening is that the South African Football Association are not living on the events of what happened at Afcon 2023 and are already planning for the future.

By Michael Kariati Feb. 18, 2024

InsideSport: We can do better than Bafana Bafana

Inside Sport: Let’s give Brito the benefit of doubt

For a start, we need to give Baltermar Brito, the benefit of the doubt and allow him to finish a campaign he started.

By Michael Kariati Dec. 24, 2023

Inside Sport: Let’s give Brito the benefit of doubt

Inside Sport: Nothing is so far guaranteed

What we have not been told is whether the Zifa normalisation committee has spoken to these and the other players on their availability for the Warriors at this very crucial time.

By Michael Kariati Nov. 5, 2023