From Zurich to Zimbabwe: Lessons in Leadership
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) continues to invest in building the capacity and capabilities of its officers, with Women’s Football Lead, Ivy Mukahanana, recently representing the nation at the prestigious Women in Football Leadership Programme (WFLP) held in Zurich, Switzerland. The four-day workshop, hosted at FIFA headquarters, brought together 25 women leaders from across FIFA Member […]
THE WARRIORS ARRIVE IN DURBAN UNITED, FOCUSED, AND READY FOR BATTLE
The Warriors of Zimbabwe have safely arrived in Durban, South Africa, ahead of their much-anticipated clash with the South African national team, Bafana Bafana. The local-based contingent, representing the heart of domestic football, was the first to touch down, exuding a sense of determination and national pride as preparations intensify for the crucial encounter. They […]
ZIMBABWEAN REFEREES SCALE GLOBAL HEIGHTS
Zimbabwean referees continue to raise the nation’s profile on the global football stage, with a series of prestigious appointments to upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 and Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (AWC) 2026 qualifiers. The developments mark a significant moment for the country, demonstrating both the calibre of its officials and the confidence that international […]
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, […]