Zimbabwe’s coach Michael Nees has announced a 23-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin Republic and Nigeria. Key players include Jordan Zemura and Marshall Munetsi, while captain Marvelous Nakamba is absent due to injury. Zimbabwe currently occupies the bottom position in their qualifying group.
On Wednesday, Zimbabwe’s head coach, Michael Nees, announced a 23-man squad in preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Benin Republic and Nigeria. Notable players selected include Udinese defender Jordan Zemura, Marshall Munetsi from Wolverhampton Wanderers, and forward Walter Musona, who is returning to the national team after a brief retirement in 2022.
However, the squad will miss captain Marvelous Nakamba due to injury. The Warriors are scheduled to compete against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Thursday, March 20, at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Following this match, they will travel to face the Super Eagles at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, March 25. Currently, Zimbabwe is at the bottom of Group C, having secured only two points from four games.
In summary, the Zimbabwean national team, under coach Michael Nees, has finalized a squad for the critical World Cup qualifying matches against Benin and Nigeria. Key players have been named, alongside notable absences due to injury. With the current standing at the bottom of Group C, the upcoming matches are essential for the team’s chances of advancing.
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