Warriors Unleashed: Zimbabwe Names Squad for Crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against South Africa

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has officially announced the Warriors' squad to face regional rivals South Africa ($\text{Bafana Bafana}$) and Lesotho ($\text{Likuena}$) in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. The selection, led by Coach [The image doesn't name the coach, but the person is pictured], features a blend of established international stars and promising young talent, all eager to reignite Zimbabwe's campaign in Group C.

The roster highlights the inclusion of key diaspora players, many of whom ply their trade in some of Europe's top leagues, alongside vital players from the South African Premier Division and other African leagues. Captain Marvelous Nakamba, the tenacious midfielder from Luton Town, and Marshall Munetsi of Wolverhampton Wanderers are among the high-profile names expected to anchor the team.

The Warriors face a critical set of fixtures in the campaign. Maximum points from these Southern African derbies are essential to keep their hopes of a maiden World Cup appearance alive. The coach has emphasized a commitment to fighting spirit and tactical discipline as they prepare for the challenging matches against their Group C opponents.

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Zimbabwe's Warriors Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Here is the full list of players named in the Zimbabwe national team squad:

GOALKEEPERS

• Washington Arubi

• Marumo Gallants

• Elvis Chipezeze

• Magesi

• Martin Mapisa, MWOS FC

DEFENDERS

• Gerald Takwara, Al Ittihad Misurata SC (Libya)

• Munashe Garananga, FC Copenhagen

• Godknows Murwira, Scotland FC

• Emmanuel Jalai, Dynamos FC

• Teenage Hadebe, FC Cincinnati

• Jordan Zemura, Udinese Calcio

• Divine Lunga, Mamelodi Sundowns

• Brandon Galloway, Plymouth Argyle

MIDFIELDERS & ATTACKERS

• Marvellous Nakamba, Luton Town

• Marshall Munetsi, Wolverhampton Wanderers

• Jonah Fabisch, FC Erzgebirg Aue

• Knowledge Musona, Scotland FC

• Tawanda Chirewa, Wolverhampton Wanderers

• Terrence Dzukamanja, Scotland FC

• Khama Billiat, Scotland FC

• Bill Antonio, KV Mechelen

• Tawanda Maswanhise, Motherwell FC

• Walter Musona, Scotland FC

• Prince Dube, Young Africans SC

• Thando Ngwenya, Amazulu