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Mighty Warriors Head Coach Sithethelelwe Sibanda has welcomed Zimbabwe’s draw in the African qualifiers for the Women’s Football Tournament at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, describing it as a competitive but familiar assignment. Zimbabwe has been drawn against Malawi in the second round, with the two – legged tie scheduled for 5-13 October 2026. […]

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has unanimously approved new amendments to the Laws of the Game aimed at strengthening action against discriminatory and inappropriate behaviour, marking a significant step forward in safeguarding the integrity of football. The decision was taken at a Special Meeting held in Vancouver, Canada, following proposals submitted by FIFA. The […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is pleased to note that the draw for the African qualifying phase of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games Women’s Football Tournament will be conducted today, Wednesday, 29 April 2026, at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The draw will be streamed live on CAF TV […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association’s nationwide coach education programme has continued to gather momentum, with the latest CAF D Coaching Course currently underway in Bindura, Mashonaland Central Province. The course, conducted by CAF and FIFA Coach Educator Tafadzwa Mashiri, has attracted 38 participants drawn from different football structures in the province. It forms part of ZIFA’s […]

The journey to Zimbabwe football’s premier knockout competition has begun at Regional First Division level, with ZIFA Regions conducting their draws for the Munhumutapa Challenge Cup. Clubs from across the Eastern, Northern, Central and Southern regions have now discovered their opening fixtures, setting the stage for a highly competitive start to the tournament. Featuring a […]

Newly appointed Warriors Interim Head Coach Kaitano Tembo steps into the role at a pivotal moment for Zimbabwean football, with the team preparing for the Unity Cup in London. Having served as assistant under both Marian Marinica and Michael Nees, Tembo brings continuity, experience and a deep understanding of the current squad. As he takes […]

Zimbabwean match commissioners are continuing to make their mark on the continental stage, with a delegation currently in Cairo for the CAF Commissioners Workshop. The group comprises Norman Matemera, Stellar Ruvinga, Tendayi Bwanya and Faith Mloyi, who is also the Chairperson of the ZIFA Referees Committee. Their participation reflects Zimbabwe’s growing presence and contribution to […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) can confirm that Marian Marinica has resigned from his position as Head Coach of the Zimbabwe Senior Men’s National Team, bringing an end to a brief but impactful tenure at the helm of the Warriors. Marinica bows out after overseeing seven international matches, a period that included Zimbabwe’s campaign at […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) Executive Committee, led by President Nqobile Magwizi, has delivered on its mandate to stabilise and rebuild Zimbabwean football, ushering in a new era defined by structure, accountability, and forward momentum. Just over a year since assuming office, the ExCo’s impact is becoming increasingly evident – not through rhetoric, but through […]