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Tottenham Hotspur’s 11 World Cup Players Revealed As Roberto De Zerbi’s Squad Takes Centre Stage
Tottenham Hotspur have a significant contingent of players representing their nations at the 2026 World Cup, with 11 stars confirmed in action. The arrival of new signings Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi pushed the club’s World Cup participant count up to 11 players across the tournament. Senesi only found out on Thursday that he had […] The post Tottenham Hotspur’s 11 World Cup Players Revealed As Roberto De Zerbi’s Squad Takes Centre Stage appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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KAZA to embark on second massive wildlife census
Rutendo Nyeve, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw THE Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA) is set to embark on a second synchronised and coordinated survey of large herbivores across the vast landscape to…
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‘Turn goodwill into tangible benefits’
Wallace Ruzvidzo, wallace.ruzvidzo@zimpapers.co.zw Zimbabwe and Equatorial Guinea must translate their strong political relations into tangible benefits for their peoples, Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo has said. He made…
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A mother’s rare courage….Hero mum risks life to save baby and sister from Bulawayo Inferno
Danisa Masuku, danimasuku4455@gmail.com PANIC and fear gripped Bulawayo’s city centre as thick black smoke poured out of a burning flat, drawing a crowd of helpless onlookers. But while many stood…
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Slavia Prague Confirm Ogbu Undergoes Successful Surgery
Slavia Prague have announced that Igoh Ogbu has successfully undergone surgery following an injury sustained while on international duty with Nigeria, Completesports.com reports. The defender ruptured his Achilles tendon during a training session ahead of the Super Eagles’ international friendly against Portugal. Ogbu featured in Nigeria’s two Unity Cup fixtures against Zimbabwe and Jamaica. The [...] The post Slavia Prague Confirm Ogbu Undergoes Successful Surgery appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Barcelona File Lawsuit Against Real Madrid President Perez
Barcelona have on Friday announced that the club have filed a lawsuit against Florentino Pérez, president of arch rivals Real Madrid. This comes in response to the inflammatory recent comments laid out by the Spaniard regarding Barca as a club. Pérez of course turned heads across world football last month, in taking firm aim at [...] The post Barcelona File Lawsuit Against Real Madrid President Perez appeared first on Complete Sports.
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ZSM Marathon set to build on Bulawayo’s growing fitness wave
Fungai Muderere, fungai.muderere@bmetro.co.zw BULAWAYO is steadily finding its rhythm again when it comes to health and fitness, and the upcoming 2026 Zimbabwe School of Mines (ZSM) Marathon is arriving at…
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Arsenal And Liverpool Eye Bradley Barcola As PSG Signal Willingness To Sell This Summer
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly open to selling Bradley Barcola this summer, handing both Arsenal and Liverpool a significant transfer opportunity. French outlet L’Equipe has reported that the 23-year-old wide forward is no longer considered untouchable at the Parc des Princes. That represents a dramatic shift in stance, given Barcola remains under contract at PSG until […] The post Arsenal And Liverpool Eye Bradley Barcola As PSG Signal Willingness To Sell This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Early Signs 2026 World Cup will Pay Jumbo Size Returns
‎With one leg of the pomp and pageantry of the opening ceremony out of the way on Thursday night in Mexico City, the 2026 FIFA World Cup truly got under way.‎ ‎Mexico’s and South Africa’s Bafana Bafana settled an old score borne 16 years ago at this same stage. ‎ ‎A lackluster performance by Hugo [...] The post Early Signs 2026 World Cup will Pay Jumbo Size Returns appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Zim, E. Guinea strengthen ties . . . sign four MoUs
Debra Matabvu, debra.matabvu@zimpapers.co.zw Zimbabwe and Equatorial Guinea have pledged to intensify co-operation in trade, tourism and investment, following the signing of four Memoranda of Understanding between the two countries. President…
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Barbourfields goes digital….No gate ticket sales for Bosso, DeMbare showdown
Innocent Kurira, innocent.kurira@chronicle.co.zw WHEN Highlanders and Dynamos meet at Barbourfields Stadium on matchday 19 of the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, there is always more at stake than just three…
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Gweru fire kombi driver, conductor arrested
Patrick Chitumba, pchitumba1@gmail.com POLICE have arrested the driver and conductor of the commuter omnibus that caught fire at Chirandu Business Centre in Senga, Gweru on Wednesday leading to the death…
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300 boreholes, 75 000 lives changed: China-Zim partnership delivers hope
Zimpapers Writer FOR years, thousands of families in drought-prone communities across Manicaland, Midlands, Mashonaland East and Masvingo lived with the daily burden of water scarcity. Women and children often walked…
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PSL 2nd half kicks off with key fixtures
Fungai Muderere, fungai.muderere@bmetro.co.zw The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League returns this weekend, and with it comes the start of what is expected to be a tight and exciting second half…
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Highlanders’ issue is finishing, not Benjani
Stanford Chiwanga, stanford.chiwanga@chronicle.co.zw  HIGHLANDERS’ recent struggles in front of goal have once again put head coach Benjani Mwaruwari under the spotlight. For some sections of the club’s demanding supporters, the…
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Nottingham Forest Reject £120m Elliot Anderson Bid As Mateus Fernandes Heads To Manchester United
Manchester City have seen a second offer for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson turned down, with that bid reportedly worth a total of £120 million. Forest are playing hardball in negotiations and have now rejected two separate offers from City as the club looks to hold onto one of their most prized assets. Despite the […] The post Nottingham Forest Reject £120m Elliot Anderson Bid As Mateus Fernandes Heads To Manchester United appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Done Deal: Nigerian Forward Joins Bundesliga Club Schalke 04
Bundesliga club Schalke 04 Junior Adamu have announced the signing of Nigerian-born striker Junior Adamu, Completesports.com reports. Adamu, who joined Schalke 04 from Bundesliga 2 outfit SC Freiburg penned a contract until 30 June, 2029. The 25-year-old spent last season on loan with Scottish Premiership giants Celtic, where he enjoyed a successful campaign, helping the [...] The post Done Deal: Nigerian Forward Joins Bundesliga Club Schalke 04 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Senegal Can Reach Semi-Finals Of 2026 World Cup –Giresse
Former Senegal coach Alain Giresse believes African football is advancing rapidly, noting that the continent is well positioned to make a deep run similar to Morocco’s historic semi-final appearance. In a chat with Wiw Sport, Giresse stated that regardless of tournament unpredictability, Senegal have the raw potential to progress to the semi-finals of the tournament. [...] The post Senegal Can Reach Semi-Finals Of 2026 World Cup –Giresse appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ombudsman Secures KCSE Certificates for Former Students Denied Access to Education and Jobs
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12-The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ), popularly known as the Office of the Ombudsman, has secured the release of KCSE certificates for two former students whose academic documents had allegedly been withheld by their former schools, reinforcing the government’s position that certificates should not be used to settle disputes or recover school-related […]
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Alisson Becker Admits Missing Liverpool Games Was Deliberate Plan To Secure World Cup 2026 Place
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has revealed that he intentionally missed club games this season to ensure he was fit and ready for the World Cup 2026. The Brazilian shot-stopper made the admission while discussing his physical condition ahead of Brazil’s tournament opener against Morocco on Saturday. Speaking to Estadao, as quoted and translated by Sport […] The post Alisson Becker Admits Missing Liverpool Games Was Deliberate Plan To Secure World Cup 2026 Place appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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2026 W/Cup: Partey Denied Entry Into Canada, To Miss Ghana’s Opener Against Panama
Thomas Partey will play no part in Ghana’s first World Cup game in Toronto as he has been denied entry to Canada, The Athletic reports. The former Arsenal midfielder, now of Villarreal, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in July 2025 by London’s Metropolitan Police. In September of [...] The post 2026 W/Cup: Partey Denied Entry Into Canada, To Miss Ghana’s Opener Against Panama appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arteta Set To Become Premier League’s Highest-Paid Manager
Arsenal are closing in on a new contract for Mikel Arteta that will elevate him into the very highest bracket of world football managers, with TEAMtalk understanding the Spaniard is set to become the Premier League’s highest-paid head coach. Sources have told TEAMtalk that talks over Arteta’s new deal have progressed significantly in recent weeks [...] The post Arteta Set To Become Premier League’s Highest-Paid Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Civil Society Groups Condemn Disruption of Budget Forum, Vow to Keep Scrutinizing Government Spending
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – Civil society organizations have condemned the violent disruption of a post-budget dialogue forum in Nairobi, describing the incident as an assault on democratic participation and an attempt to intimidate citizens and activists scrutinizing the government’s 2026/27 budget. The meeting, held at All Saints Cathedral on Friday, brought together representatives from […]
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China completes, hands over ‘300 Boreholes Project’ for Zimbabwe
Chronicle Reporter THE People’s Republic of China has completed and handed over a 300-boreholes Drilling Project that has brought clean water to more than 75 000 people across 300 villages…
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Kombi driver (22), conductor (18) arrested over Gweru fire that killed 7 pupils
Patrick Chitumba pchitumba1@gmail.com POLICE have arrested the driver and conductor of the commuter omnibus that caught fire at Chirandu Business Centre in Senga, Gweru on Wednesday leading to the death…
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Child Labour Still Robs 138 Million Children of Education and Safety, UN Warns
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 — Rights groups and international organizations have renewed calls for urgent global action to end child labour, warning that millions of children continue to be denied their right to education, safety and a dignified childhood despite years of international commitments. Marking the World Day Against Child Labour on Friday, the United […]
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Marcel Desailly Explains Why Darwin Nunez Would Thrive At Chelsea Under Xabi Alonso
Former Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has backed Darwin Nunez to succeed at Stamford Bridge, claiming the striker would flourish under the right conditions. Nunez spent three years at Liverpool after joining from Benfica in 2022, scoring 40 goals across 143 appearances before departing last summer. The Uruguayan made the move to Saudi Pro League side […] The post Marcel Desailly Explains Why Darwin Nunez Would Thrive At Chelsea Under Xabi Alonso appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Kenya, US Confirm July Rollout of New Health Partnership as Duale, Burns Review Key Milestones
The discussions focused on implementation of commitments reached during previous engagements, with updates indicating steady progress in the portfolio review process, development of a county transition roadmap, preparations for the Strategic Objective Grant Agreement, and establishment of staffing structures for the Programme Management Unit
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Trabzonspor Submit Bid For Super Eagles Invitee
Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor have submitted an offer for former Super Eagles invitee Anthony Dennis, reports Completesports.com. According to reports, Göztepe have placed an initial €7 million valuation on the 21-year-old midfielder, who has attracted interest from several European clubs following his impressive performances over the past two and a half seasons. Dennis, who [...] The post Trabzonspor Submit Bid For Super Eagles Invitee appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zverev: I Want To Keep Playing Tennis For Another 10 Years
Germany tennis star Alexander Zverev has disclosed that he has no immediate plans to retire now that he has won his first Grand Slam at Roland Garros. The World No. 3’s victory against Flavio Cobolli in the final saw him end his long-awaited hunt for a major, but the German still has plenty of goals [...] The post Zverev: I Want To Keep Playing Tennis For Another 10 Years appeared first on Complete Sports.
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China hands over 300 boreholes to Cyclone Idai-hit areas
Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter CHINA today officially handed over 300 boreholes drilled in areas affected by Cyclone Idai in 2019, benefiting over 75,000 people across four provinces. Speaking at the…
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2026 World Cup: Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper explains how South Africa can respond to Mexico defeat
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside has explained what South Africa must do to avoid a group-stage exit at the 2026 World Cup tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. Bafana Bafana began their World Cup campaign with a disappointing performance at the Estadio Azteca, where goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured a 2-0 victory for co-host Mexico on Thursday night. The […]
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Suspected Rusape drug-dealing duo nabbed
Post Reporter TWO suspected drug dealers were arrested in Rusape on Monday after their alleged customer, who stole from his mother to buy drugs, implicated them to police. Luis Tinashe…
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KWS Probes Viral Video Allegedly Showing Destruction of Rare Giant Lobelias on Kenya’s Mountains
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has launched investigations into a viral social media video that allegedly shows the destruction of Giant Lobelias, a rare and ecologically significant plant species found in Kenya’s high-altitude mountain ecosystems. The wildlife agency said it had taken note of the footage circulating online and was […]
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CEDIS programme empowers 30 000 women, youth entrepreneurs
Tendai Gukutikwa Post Reporter  MORE than 30 000 women and youth entrepreneurs across the country have benefited from the Catalysing Economic Development through the Informal Sector programme, which officially closes…
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Ex-police boss proposes abolition of boarding schools, urges conversion of dormitories into labs
Former Police DIG Edward Mbugua has proposed abolishing boarding schools in Kenya, suggesting dormitories be converted into labs and workshops.
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