Michael Nees, the Warriors coach, has named the squad for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria and Benin. Matches are set for March, with Zimbabwe hosting Benin and subsequently traveling to Nigeria. Notable inclusions are Knowledge Musona, current captain Marvelous Nakamba, and goalkeeper Washington Arubi, along with other significant players in various positions.

Michael Nees, the coach of the Warriors, has officially announced the squad intended for the upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria and Benin. The matches are scheduled for March, with Zimbabwe hosting Benin on March 21 at Moses Mabida Stadium in Durban, South Africa, followed by a match against Nigeria in Uyo at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium four days later.

Noteworthy is the return of Knowledge Musona to the Warriors after he previously ended his international retirement in May 2022 to concentrate on his club career. After discussions with Coach Nees, Musona has joined the squad once more. Current captain Marvelous Nakamba and goalkeeper Washington Arubi, both of whom have faced injury challenges, are also included in the selection.

Additionally, several prominent players make up the chosen squad, such as Wolves’ Marshall Munetsi, Huddersfield’s Tawanda Chirewa, and Khama Billiat from Scottland FC, who plays in the Castle Lager Premiership. The full roster for the qualifying matches features:

Goalkeepers:
– Washington Arubi (Marumo Gallants, SA)
– Martin Mapisa (MWOS FC, Zim)
– Marley Tavaziva (Brentford, England)

Defenders:
– Jordan Zemura (Udinese, Italy)
– Godknows Murwira (Scottland FC, Zim)
– Emmanuel Jalai (Dynamos, Zim)
– Devine Lunga (Mamelodi Sundowns, SA)
– Gerald Takwara (Al Minaa, Iraq)
– Munashe Garan’anga (FC Copenhagen, Denmark)
– Isheanesu Mauchi (Simba Bhora, Zim)
– Peter Muduhwa (Scottland FC, Zim)

Midfielders:
– Khama Billiat (Scottland FC, Zim)
– Marshall Munetsi (Wolverhampton, England)
– Andy Rinomhota (Cardiff City, England)
– Marvellous Nakamba (Luton Town, England)
– Mthokozisi Msebe (Scottland FC, Zim)
– Knowledge Musona (Al-Okhdood, Saudi Arabia)
– Tawanda Chirewa (Huddersfield Town, England)

Forwards:
– Prince Dube (Young Africans, Tanzania)
– Tawanda Maswanhise (Motherwell, Scotland)
– Terrence Dzvukamanja (SuperSport United, SA)
– Tymon Machope (Scottland FC, Zim)
– Walter Musona (Scottland FC, Zim)

In conclusion, Michael Nees has selected a formidable squad for the Warriors in their quest during the World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria and Benin. The return of seasoned players such as Knowledge Musona and the inclusion of emerging talents signal a strategic approach to achieving success in these crucial matches. The squad encompasses a mix of experienced players and youth across key positions, promising a competitive performance.

Original Source: www.soccer24.co.zw

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