Blessing Malinganiza-Zimpapers Sports Hub THE Warriors’ recent outing against Nigeria may have ended in a 2-0 defeat, but it may have also unearthed a crucial solution to a long-standing selection…

Ellina Mhlanga-Zimpapers Sports Hub VETERAN distance runner Mike Fokorani is next month expected to headline a five-member team of local athletes under the Nedbank Running Club Zimbabwe to compete at…

Eddie Chikamhi-Zimpapers Sports Hub IN-FORM Ghanaian winger Frank Agyemang is eager to continue his resurgence and inspire Dynamos as they attempt to end Ngezi Platinum Stars’ impressive unbeaten run in…

Cassie Achermann-Matters of Faith I got married eight months ago. I had previously been living on the same property as my sister, her husband, and their two young daughters. So…

Tadious Manyepo-Zimpapers Sports Hub CAPS United midfielder Bret Amidu said he is slowly finding himself again after a hectic off-season in which he had to deal with the trauma of…

The Oklahoma City Thunder have started Luguentz Dort in every game of the Western Conference Finals, yet they have been outscored with him on the floor in all six games. Dort carries a negative plus/minus even in the two games where the Thunder won by double digits, which underlines how damaging his presence has been. […] The post Oklahoma City Thunder Must Start Cason Wallace Over Luguentz Dort In Game 7 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal defender Ben White will miss the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain after a knee injury ended his season prematurely. The newly-crowned Premier League champions are targeting a historic double, having ended their 20-year wait to reclaim the summit of English football. Mikel Arteta’s side are 90 minutes away from breaking their duck on […] The post Ben White And Four Players Set To Miss Paris Saint-Germain Vs Arsenal Champions League Final In Budapest appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tottenham’s plans to build a women’s and girls’ football academy complex at Whitewebbs Park are facing serious new opposition from multiple fronts. The recently-elected leader of Enfield Council, Alessandro Georgiou, has signalled his intention to block the north London club’s long-standing proposals for the site. At the annual council meeting on Wednesday, Georgiou confirmed he […] The post Dame Judi Dench Opposition And New Council Leader Alessandro Georgiou Pile Pressure On Tottenham Whitewebbs Park Plans appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Football.london’s two Arsenal reporters have named their preferred starting line-ups for the Champions League final against PSG in Budapest. Chief Arsenal Correspondent Tom Canton and reporter Ryan Taylor have selected their teams, with one key disagreement emerging between the pair over Jurrien Timber. Canton insists Timber must start if he is fit enough to play, […] The post Tom Canton And Ryan Taylor Disagree Over Jurrien Timber For Arsenal’s Champions League Final Starting XI Against PSG appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Jamaica head coach Rudolph Speid has acknowledged that his side will face a stern test against the Super Eagles, describing the Nigerian team as a formidable opponent. The Reggae Boyz will be up against the Super Eagles in the final of the 2026 Unity Cup at the Valley, London on Saturday night. The encounter will [...] The post Unity Cup: Beating Super Eagles Will Be Difficult — Jamaica Coach Speid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Anthony Gordon has completed his move to Barcelona after signing a five-year deal, RTE reports. Barca did not disclose the transfer fee when confirming the 25-year-old’s arrival but a reported £69.3million means the Magpies could have made a significant profit on the £45m they paid Everton for his services in January 2023. A statement on [...] The post Gordon Joins Barcelona On Five-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool are being urged to pursue Mohammed Kudus or Johan Bakayoko following Anthony Gordon’s agreement to join Barcelona this summer. Both forwards have previously been linked with moves to Merseyside during past transfer windows, keeping their names firmly in the Liverpool conversation. The Reds are said to be in need of at least two wingers, […] The post Liverpool Eye Mohammed Kudus And Johan Bakayoko As Potential Anthony Gordon Replacements appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Knicks owner James Dolan declared in January that his team “absolutely” needed to reach the NBA Finals, but players say that ambition already existed within the locker room. Karl-Anthony Towns made clear the Finals had been the squad’s own target long before Dolan made his feelings public to the wider basketball world. “We all had […] The post Karl-Anthony Towns And Josh Hart Address James Dolan’s NBA Finals Mandate appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has disclosed that to write a new chapter and claim their first-ever European Cup, the team must play with such clarity, a lot of courage, and a relentless desire to win against PSG in Saturday’s final.. He noted that while the squad earned their right to be in the final through [...] The post UCL Final: Arsenal Must Play With A Lot Of Clarity, Desire To Win Vs PSG –Arteta appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bafana Bafana of South Africa were held to a 0-0 draw by 131st ranked Nicaragua in a friendly match on Friday. The game was part of South Africa’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite controlling possession and territory, South Africa found it hard to create clear-cut openings against a well-organised Nicaragua defence that [...] The post Friendly: South Africa’s Winless Run Continues After Goalless Draw With Minnows Nicaragua appeared first on Complete Sports.

San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Sean Sweeney is set to depart the franchise at the conclusion of the playoffs to become the next head coach of the Orlando Magic. The news broke via ESPN’s Shams Charania ahead of Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, a result that will impact the Spurs’ future regardless of […] The post Sean Sweeney Set To Leave San Antonio Spurs For Orlando Magic Head-Coaching Role appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Mikel Arteta has provided a significant injury boost ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest this Saturday. Arsenal face reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain at the Puskas Arena, with kick-off scheduled for 5pm on Saturday evening. A victory for Arteta’s side would round off an already memorable season in remarkable fashion for […] The post Jurrien Timber Confirmed Fit To Start As Arsenal Prepare For Champions League Final Against PSG appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Wallace Ruzvidzo, wallace.ruzvidzo@zimpapers.co.zw TWENTY-TWO female leaders were yesterday honoured by President Mnangagwa for their exceptional leadership in their spheres of influence. The event took place at the State House in…

Dalyn Chigwizura, dchigwizura8@gmail.com A man aged 46 from Bulawayo has been sentenced to six years in prison for using broken bottle pieces, an iron bar and stones to assault his…

Innocent Kurira, innocent.kurira@chronicle.co.zw WHILE the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League continues to deliver drama every weekend, veteran coach Joey Antipas is living a very different kind of life these days.…

Dalyn Chigwizura, dchigwizura8@gmail.com A Bulawayo man (41) has been sentenced to four months in prison for stealing two road runner chickens worth US$21. Bonisani Ngwenya of Old Pumula suburb was…

Rutendo Nyeve, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw SOUTHERN African nations have been urged to urgently scale up climate-proofing measures and strengthen food security systems ahead of a predicted moderate-to-very-strong El Niño event that could…

Mthokozisi Ncube, mthokoncube3015@gmail.com DRAPED in traditional attire, dancing to the rhythm of indigenous drums and proudly showcasing African cuisine, learners at Tsholotsho High School transformed their school grounds into a…

Gibson Nyikadzino and Mthokozisi Ncube,  Zimpapers Writers MINISTER of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Judith Ncube, has encouraged Indian businesses to expand their investments to the region especially…

Stephen Mpofu, sibandathembakuye@gmail.com PRESIDENT Mnangagwa’s recent appointments of Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza as Chief Justice and Vimbai Chikwenhere as Auditor-General are not only milestones for women in the country’s 46 years…

Rutendo Nyeve, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw AT the reception desk of Elephant Hills Resort in Victoria Falls, a green plastic jar now sits empty. For years, it was never like this. The jar…

Tongai Mashonga, tongimashon@gmail.com JUST days after shocking scenes of violence left Chahwanda Stadium badly damaged, Hardrock Football Club have begun the long task of rebuilding their pride and joy. The…

Vusumuzi Dube, vusumuzi.dube@sundaynews.co.zw THE Shana clan in Hwange District has petitioned Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe, calling for the immediate suspension of plans to establish the proposed…

Hugo Ekitike has publicly urged Ibrahima Konate to sign a new contract with Liverpool, in a comment that caught widespread attention online. The French forward was spotted leaving a message on Konate’s Instagram account, with the words: “Sign brother.” Reports have since confirmed that Konate is expected to leave Liverpool on a free transfer this […] The post Hugo Ekitike Pleads With Ibrahima Konate To Sign New Liverpool Contract appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are tied at 3-3 in the Western Conference Finals, with a decisive Game 7 set for Saturday in Oklahoma City. The series carries enormous implications for the NBA’s future, with whoever wins likely setting the tone for years to come across the entire league. The Thunder entered […] The post Victor Wembanyama And San Antonio Spurs Stand One Win Away From Reshaping The Entire NBA Landscape appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Ghana’s Parliament has passed the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, widely known as the anti-gay bill, following renewed debate and amendments to the proposed legislation. The bill seeks to criminalise LGBTQ-related activities, advocacy and promotion in the country, but the revised version introduces exemptions for some professionals and institutions. Under the amendments, […]

Paris Saint-Germain have received a significant boost ahead of their Champions League final clash with Arsenal in Budapest. The French giants confirmed that trio Ousmane Dembele, Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes have all overcome their injury concerns in time for the showpiece occasion. PSG enter the final as reigning Champions League holders, looking to successfully […] The post Ousmane Dembele, Achraf Hakimi And Nuno Mendes All Fit To Face Arsenal In Champions League Final appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal will be unable to keep the Champions League trophy permanently should they defeat Paris Saint-Germain in Saturday’s final, owing to a crucial UEFA regulation. The Gunners face the current holders in the final, where they are aiming to become the seventh English club to lift the famous trophy. However, the silverware will not remain […] The post Arsenal Would Have To Return Champions League Trophy If They Beat Paris Saint-Germain In Final appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Liverpool and Manchester United are among several Premier League clubs reportedly keeping close tabs on Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi this summer. Both clubs are understood to be keen on bolstering their respective forward lines, with the teenage striker emerging as a potential target for multiple top sides. Kroupi has enjoyed a remarkable breakout campaign […] The post Liverpool And Manchester United Eye Eli Junior Kroupi As Bournemouth Slap £100m Price-Tag On Teenager appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Orlando Magic are closing in on a deal to hire Sean Sweeney as their next head coach, according to sources. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report that the two sides are finalising an agreement that will bring Sweeney into the top job. Sweeney currently serves as an assistant coach with the San Antonio […] The post Orlando Magic Set To Appoint Sean Sweeney As New Head Coach appeared first on Gooner Daily.

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