NEES NAMES WARRIORS SQUAD FOR WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
HARARE – Zimbabwe Warriors head coach Michael Nees has announced his 23-man squad to face South Africa and Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with matches scheduled for Durban and Polokwane. While the fixtures form part of the global road to 2026, they carry no real consequence for Zimbabwe as the Warriors have […]
ZIFA PRESIDENT TALKS RENEWAL: OPTIMISTIC ABOUT THE FUTURE
Harare – In a speech marked by rare candour and conviction, ZIFA President Mr. Nqobile Magwizi confronted the storm clouds surrounding Zimbabwean football, acknowledging the nation’s frustrations while charting a course for renewal. He admitted the pain of recent failures, conceding that the results of the Warriors have fallen short of the expectations of millions. […]
Zimbabwe Steps Into the Future With FIFA Professionalisation Drive
HARARE – Zimbabwean football takes another decisive step forward on October 9 and 10, when the FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management course is hosted in Harare. This is the second phase of the groundbreaking programme, following the inaugural course in Angola sometime last year. Determined not to be left behind, Zimbabwe raised its hand to […]
Nees in Mhondoro: Football, Food and the Spirit of Zimbabwe
Warriors head coach Michael Nees continued his nationwide visits to Premier Soccer League clubs, underlining his commitment to building stronger ties with local teams and players. Over the past few months, Nees has made it a point to interact with technical teams, share insights, and closely assess talent in training sessions. His journey has already […]
Future Stars Set to Shine in Mutare as National Under-15 Schools Football Tournament Kicks Off
Mutare becomes the heartbeat of Zimbabwean football this week as the National Under-15 boys’ and girls’ school’s tournament roars into life at Mutare Boys High from September 25 to 26. Organised by the National Association of Primary School Heads (NAPH) and the National Association of Secondary School Heads (NASH), the event will showcase the country’s […]
ZIFA President’s Statement on Simba Bhora’s Upcoming Match Against Nsingizini Hotspurs
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA), together with the entire football family, congratulates Simba Bhora for their crucial 1-0 away victory over Eswatini’s Nsingizini Hotspurs in the first leg of their continental assignment played last Sunday at the Obedi Itan Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana. This achievement is more than just a win on the pitch, […]
Raising the Bar: ZIFA Launches Independent Ethics Line to Strengthen Football Integrity
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has taken a bold step towards strengthening integrity and accountability in football with the launch of a new, independent Ethics Line. Managed by Axcentium, a trusted third-party provider, the service offers a safe, confidential and accessible way for all stakeholders to report misconduct, unethical behaviour or breaches of policy without fear […]
Warriors Set for Durban Showdown with Bafana in World Cup Qualifier
The Zimbabwe Football Association has confirmed that the Warriors will take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on Friday, 10 October 2025 at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM CAT. This Match Day 9 clash in the CAF World Cup Qualifiers promises to be […]
VENUE UPDATE: Zimbabwe vs South Africa – World Cup Qualifier
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) wishes to inform fans that the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa on 10 October will be played at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa. Originally, ZIFA had planned to host the match in Francistown, Botswana, but the venue became unavailable due Botswana’s need to use […]